Kamaka HF-3i Classic Slotted Head Solid Hawaiian Koa Tenor Ukulele + 12-Month Lessons

The Kamaka HF-3i Classic Slotted Head Solid Hawaiian Koa Tenor Ukulele is a tenor ukulele that Kamaka builds by hand in Honolulu, Hawaii, with a solid Hawaiian koa top, back and sides (select grade), a satin finish, and a rosewood fretboard and bridge. It is the Slotted Head version of the HF-3, with open slots cut through the headstock for the tuners. It comes with a Kamaka hardshell case made for this model.

Specifications

SKU	KAM-HF-3I
Size	Tenor
Top	Solid Hawaiian Koa
Back & Sides	Solid Hawaiian Koa
Koa Grade	Select
Finish	Satin
Neck	Mahogany
Headplate	Koa
Headstock Logo	Mother of Pearl
Fretboard & Bridge	Rosewood
End Strip	Rosewood
Headstock	Slotted
Made in	Honolulu, Hawaii
Tuning	G-C-E-A

Measurements

Overall Length	27 1/8"
Scale Length	17"
Frets	18
Frets to the Body	14

What is included

• Kamaka HF-3i Classic Slotted Head 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-3i for you by hand in Honolulu after you order. The photos are Kamaka example photos, and the wood grain on yours will be different. Build time is usually 3 to 4 months, and we confirm it with you after you order.

Common questions

What is the Kamaka HF-3i made of?

The Kamaka HF-3i has a solid Hawaiian koa top, back and sides in select grade koa, a mahogany neck, a koa headplate with a mother of pearl Kamaka logo, and a rosewood fretboard and bridge. It has a satin finish and a rosewood end strip.

What size is the Kamaka HF-3i?

The Kamaka HF-3i is a tenor ukulele, 27 1/8 inches long overall, with a 17-inch scale length, 18 frets and 14 frets to the body. On Kamaka's price list, the "I" models are the slotted head ukuleles.

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-3i come with a case?

Yes. Kamaka includes a Kamaka hardshell case made for the HF-3 body size, with a velvet lining and a compartment for accessories.

Where is the Kamaka HF-3i made?

Kamaka Hawaii, Inc. makes the Kamaka HF-3i in Honolulu, Hawaii. Kamaka has made ukuleles in Honolulu since 1916.

How does Build to Order work on the Kamaka HF-3i?

Choose Build to Order under Your ukulele and check out as usual. We place an order for a new HF-3i with Kamaka, who build it by hand in Honolulu. Build time is usually 3 to 4 months, and we confirm the timing with you after you order. It comes with a Kamaka hardshell case and the Kamaka Limited Warranty.

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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