Description
The Kamaka HB-3 Hawaiian Koa Bell-Shaped Ohta Tenor Ukulele is a bell-shaped tenor ukulele with a solid Hawaiian koa top, back and sides, a semi-gloss finish, a solid Honduran mahogany neck and a rosewood fretboard and bridge, supplied with the Kamaka Deluxe Hardshell Case.
Specifications
| Size | Bell-Shaped Tenor |
|---|---|
| Top | Solid Hawaiian Koa |
| Back & Sides | Solid Hawaiian Koa |
| Finish | Semi-Gloss |
| Neck | Solid Honduran Mahogany |
| Headstock Logo | Mother-of-Pearl |
| Fretboard & Bridge | Rosewood |
| Rosette | Abalone |
| Strings | Kamaka Black Nylon with Silver Wound Low G |
| Tuning | G-C-E-A with WOUND LOW G |
Measurements
| Overall length | 27.5” |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 17.25” |
| Nut Width | 1-7/16th" (1.38") |
| Lower Bout Width | 9.18” |
| Upper Bout Width | 6.5" |
| Body Length | 12” |
| Frets | 18 |
What is included
- Kamaka HB-3 Hawaiian Koa Bell-Shaped Ohta Tenor Ukulele
- Kamaka Deluxe Hardshell Case
WARRANTY - Kamaka Limited Warranty
Common questions
What is the Kamaka HB-3 made of?
The Kamaka HB-3 Bell-Shaped Tenor Ukulele is crafted from solid Hawaiian koa for a rich, warm tone. The semi-gloss finish highlights the natural beauty of the wood and adds a smooth feel for effortless play. The solid Honduran mahogany neck and rosewood fretboard give comfort, precision and durability, and the Mother-of-Pearl headstock logo completes the look.
What size is the Kamaka HB-3 and how is it tuned?
The Kamaka HB-3 is a bell-shaped tenor ukulele with a 27.5” overall length, a 17.25” scale length, a 1.38” nut width and 18 frets. The body measures 12” with a 9.18” lower bout and a 6.5" upper bout. It is strung with Kamaka black nylon strings with a silver wound low G and tuned G-C-E-A with a wound low G.
What does the Kamaka HB-3 sound like and who is it for?
The Hawaiian koa gives the Kamaka HB-3 a rich, warm tone. Kamaka itself describes its tenor ukulele as having fine tonal quality and a full-bodied sound, generally preferred by professional entertainers, with a comfortable size and scale length that make it one of Kamaka's most popular models.
Where is the Kamaka HB-3 made?
The Kamaka HB-3 is made in Honolulu, Hawaii, by Kamaka Hawaii, Inc., the ukulele maker that dates its history to 1916.
What does bell-shaped mean on the Kamaka HB-3?
The Kamaka HB-3 is a bell-shaped tenor ukulele, so its body outline differs from the figure-eight shape of Kamaka's standard HF-3 tenor, while the scale length and overall length are the same: 17.25” and 27.5”.
Does the Kamaka HB-3 come with a case?
Yes. The Kamaka HB-3 includes the Kamaka Deluxe Hardshell Case, so it is protected for travel and storage.
What strings does the Kamaka HB-3 use?
The Kamaka HB-3 uses Kamaka black nylon strings with a silver wound low G, tuned G-C-E-A with a wound low G.
What warranty covers the Kamaka HB-3?
The Kamaka HB-3 is covered by the Kamaka Limited Warranty.
What if the Kamaka HB-3 is sold out?
Kamaka ukuleles arrive in small numbers, so a model can sell out between arrivals. If the Kamaka HB-3 shows as sold out, contact us and we will let you know when the next one arrives.
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