Description
The Kamaka HF-36LD Deluxe Long Neck Solid Curly Hawaiian Koa 6-String Tenor Ukulele is a 6-string tenor ukulele that Kamaka builds by hand in Honolulu, Hawaii, with a solid Hawaiian koa top, back and sides (light curl grade), a satin finish, rope rosette and purfling, and an ebony fretboard and bridge. It is the Long Neck version of the HF-36: the same 6-string tenor body with a longer neck. It comes with a Kamaka hardshell case made for this model.
Specifications
| SKU | KAM-HF-36LD |
|---|---|
| Size | 6-String Tenor |
| Top | Solid Hawaiian Koa |
| Back & Sides | Solid Hawaiian Koa |
| Koa Grade | Light Curl |
| Finish | Satin |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Headplate | Koa |
| Headstock Logo | Black Mother of Pearl |
| Fretboard & Bridge | Ebony |
| Rosette | Rope |
| Purfling | Rope |
| Binding | Rosewood, Top |
| End Strip | Rosewood |
| Neck Length | Long Neck (longer than the standard HF-36) |
| Strings | 6 |
| Tuner Buttons | Snakewood |
| Made in | Honolulu, Hawaii |
What is included
- Kamaka HF-36LD Deluxe Long Neck 6-string tenor ukulele
- Kamaka hardshell case
- 12-month Uke Like The Pros Premium membership: online ukulele courses for all levels, workshops, weekly live beginner ukulele Q&A lessons on Zoom, and a 6-week Q&A series with Terry Carter
WARRANTY - Kamaka Limited Warranty
BUILD TO ORDER - Kamaka builds a new HF-36LD for you by hand in Honolulu after you order. The photos are Kamaka example photos, some showing the Classic HF-36 or the Deluxe trim on another size, as marked, and the wood grain on yours will be different. Build time is usually 5 to 6 months, and we confirm it with you after you order.
Common questions
What is the Kamaka HF-36LD made of?
The Kamaka HF-36LD has a solid Hawaiian koa top, back and sides in light curl grade koa, a mahogany neck, a koa headplate with a black mother of pearl Kamaka logo, and an ebony fretboard and bridge. It has a rope rosette and purfling, rosewood binding on the top, and a satin finish.
What is the long neck on the Kamaka HF-36LD?
Kamaka lists Long Neck as an option on the HF-36. The Kamaka HF-36LD has the same 6-string tenor body as the standard HF-36 with a longer neck. We confirm the exact scale length with Kamaka when we place your order.
What is the difference between Kamaka Classic, Deluxe and Deluxe 2?
Kamaka lists three trims. Classic has select-grade koa, a rosewood fretboard and bridge and a satin finish. Deluxe adds light-curl koa, an ebony fretboard and bridge, rope rosette and purfling and rosewood top binding, with a satin finish. Deluxe 2 has medium-curl koa, an ebony headplate, fretboard and bridge, abalone rosette and purfling, ebony binding on the top and back, and a polished finish.
Does the Kamaka HF-36LD come with a case?
Yes. Kamaka includes a Kamaka hardshell case made for the HF-36 body size, with a velvet lining and a compartment for accessories.
Where is the Kamaka HF-36LD made?
Kamaka Hawaii, Inc. makes the Kamaka HF-36LD in Honolulu, Hawaii. Kamaka has made ukuleles in Honolulu since 1916.
How does Build to Order work on the Kamaka HF-36LD?
Choose Build to Order under Your ukulele and check out as usual. We place an order for a new HF-36LD with Kamaka, who build it by hand in Honolulu. Build time is usually 5 to 6 months, and we confirm the timing with you after you order. It comes with a Kamaka hardshell case and the Kamaka Limited Warranty. Kamaka also offers this trim with a cedar or spruce top; contact us before you order if you want one.
How do I claim the Uke Like The Pros membership?
After you order, we email you a link to claim your 12-month Uke Like The Pros Premium membership. The membership includes courses from beginner through advanced, workshops, weekly live beginner ukulele Q&A lessons on Zoom, and a pre-recorded 6-week Q&A series with Terry Carter. A card is needed to sign up, but nothing is charged today. After 12 months the membership renews at $188 a year unless you cancel.
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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.
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