Description
Pono BN8-1 Solid Acacia 8-String Baritone Nui Ukulele is an 8-string Baritone Nui ukulele with a solid acacia top, back and sides and a gloss finish, tuned D-G-B-E with octave D and G courses and unison B and E courses. The Baritone Nui body is larger than a standard baritone, close to a tenor guitar, with a 23” scale.
Specifications
| SKU | BN8-1 |
|---|---|
| Size | 8-String Baritone Nui Ukulele |
| Top | Solid Acacia |
| Back & Sides | Solid Acacia |
| Finish | Gloss |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Headstock | Solid |
| Headstock Plate | Ebony |
| Fretboard & Bridge | Ebony |
| Nut & Saddle | Bone |
| Rosette | Wood Rope |
| Binding | Ebony |
| Tuners | Der Jung |
| Strings | Aquila Nylgut |
| Tuning | D-G-B-E, octave D and G, unison B and E |
Measurements
| Overall Length | 35.5” |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 23” |
| Nut Width | 1.35” |
| Lower Bout Width | 13.75” |
| Upper Bout Width | 10” |
| Body Length | 17” |
| Body Depth | 3” upper, 3.75” lower |
What is included
- Pono Gig Bag
Common questions
Is the Pono BN8-1 solid wood or laminate?
The Pono BN8-1 has a solid acacia top, back and sides.
How is the Pono BN8-1 tuned?
The Pono BN8-1 is tuned D-G-B-E, the same as the top four strings of a guitar. The D and G courses are octave pairs and the B and E courses are unison pairs.
What is the difference between the Pono BN8-1 and the Pono BN4-1?
The Pono BN8-1 has eight strings in four pairs and an all-solid acacia body. The Pono BN4-1 is a four-string Baritone Nui with a solid cedar top and solid acacia back and sides.
Does the Pono BN8-1 come with a case or gig bag?
Yes. The Pono BN8-1 comes with a Pono gig bag.
What size is the Pono BN8-1?
The Pono BN8-1 is a Baritone Nui with a 23” scale length, a 17” body, a 13.75” lower bout and a 1.35” nut width.
Who is the Pono BN8-1 for?
The Pono BN8-1 suits guitar players moving to ukulele and baritone players who want a bigger, fuller 8-string sound. Its all-solid acacia top, back and sides give a warm and balanced sound that grows richer with playing.
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📸 NOTE ON PHOTOS
This instrument is crafted from natural materials — wood grain, color, and figuring vary between pieces, which is part of what makes each one unique. The photos show a representative example. Questions before ordering? We're happy to help.
