Description
Terry Carter reviews the Kanile'a Willie K 19-inch 5-string ukulele on the Uke Like The Pros channel. It is a review of a Willie K ukulele of the same model as the one on this page, and the reviewed ukulele is a different instrument from the serials listed here.
Sound demo of serial 30288, recorded by Kanile'a Sound Studio.
Sound demo of serial 29980, recorded by Kanile'a Sound Studio.
Kanile'a Compares its Willie K, Aldrine & Diamond Pro Series Models.
The Kanile'a Willie K 5-String Super Tenor Ukulele is a Hawaiian-made super tenor with a 19-inch scale, built from solid Premium Grade Hawaiian koa on the top, back and sides, with a single-piece mahogany neck, ebony fretboard, bridge and headplate, an ebony armrest and bevel cutaway, a graphite-infused black TUSQ nut and saddle, UV gloss finish, Cosmo Black Gotoh Stealth tuners, and a Worth fluorocarbon x GHS phosphor bronze 5-string combo set. Every Kanile'a Willie K Super Tenor ships with a Kanile'a Premium Gig Bag and Kanile'a's lifetime warranty. Premium is Kanile'a's Pro Series grade of koa, which is why this ukulele is titled "Premium" in our store.
Specifications
| SKU | WILLIE-K-ST |
|---|---|
| Model | Willie K 5-String Super Tenor |
| Size | Super Tenor Ukulele |
| Number of Strings | 5 |
| Top | Premium Grade Hawaiian Koa |
| Back & Sides | Premium Grade Hawaiian Koa |
| Finish | UV Gloss |
| Neck Finish | UV Silk |
| Neck | Single Piece Genuine Mahogany |
| Headstock | Ebony Kanile'a Cobra Slotted |
| Headstock Logo | Sand |
| Fretboard & Bridge | Ebony |
| Nut & Saddle | Graphite Infused Black TUSQ |
| Rosette | Willie`K Maui Tribe in Black & Koa |
| Binding | Black Plastic |
| Arm Rest | Ebony |
| Cutaway | Ebony Bevel |
| Side Fret Markers | Sand Dots |
| Tuners | Cosmo Black Gotoh Stealth |
| Strings | Worth Fluorocarbon & GHS Phosphor Bronze 5-String Combo Set |
| Tuning | G-g-C-E-A with Low G & Re-Entrant G |
Measurements
| Overall Length | 30” |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 19” |
| Nut Width | 1.5” |
| Lower Bout Width | 10.5” |
| Upper Bout Width | 6.75” |
| Body Length | 12” |
| Frets | 20 |
Included with Purchase
- The Ukulele Shown in the Photos for the Serial Number you Choose, or a New One Built for you When you Choose Build to Order
- Kanile'a Premium Gig Bag
WARRANTY - Kanile'a Lifetime Warranty
BUILD TO ORDER - Kanileʻa builds your Willie K 5-String Super Tenor by hand in Hawaii. Photos show the in-stock serial numbers; your koa grain will be different. Build time is usually 6 to 8 weeks, and we confirm it with you after you order.
Common Questions
Is the Kanile'a Willie`K Super Tenor Ukulele Solid Wood?
Yes. Kanile'a builds the Willie`K super tenor from solid Hawaiian koa on the top, back & sides & this model uses Premium Grade koa.
Where is the Kanile'a Willie`K ukulele made?
The Kanile'a Willie`K ukulele is made in Hawaii by Kanileʻa Ukulele.
What Strings & Tuning Does the Kanile'a Willie`K 5-String Use?
The Kanile'a Willie`K comes with a Worth fluorocarbon & GHS phosphor bronze 5-string combo set & is tuned G-g-C-E-A, with both a low G & a re-entrant G.
What is the Kanile'a Willie`K 5-String Super Tenor Ukulele?
The Willie K is Kanile'a's signature 5-string super tenor, made with a 19-inch scale and a Willie K Maui Tribe rosette in black and koa. It has a Kanile'a Cobra slotted headstock, a traditional soundhole, black plastic front binding and sand-colored headstock logo and side position markers. The five strings include both a low G and a re-entrant G.
What is the Difference Between Kanile'a Natural, Core & Pro Series Ukuleles?
Natural Series: Select Grade Hawaiian koa with a UV natural finish. Core Series: Deluxe Grade Hawaiian koa with a UV gloss body and UV silk neck. Pro Series: Premium Grade Hawaiian koa plus four Pro features: a side sound port, TRU-Reduction, a black graphite-infused TUSQ nut and saddle, and Low-G tuning.
How Does the Kanile'a Willie`K Compare to the K-1 Core Tenor?
The K-1 Core tenor has four strings, Deluxe Grade koa, a Kanile'a Crown headstock, chrome open-geared tuners and a white NuBone nut and saddle. The Willie K is a longer-scale super tenor with five strings, Premium Grade koa, a Cobra slotted headstock, Cosmo Black Gotoh Stealth tuners, an ebony armrest and bevel cutaway, and a graphite-infused black TUSQ nut and saddle.
How do I Choose the Exact Ukulele I Get?
Every Kanile'a Willie K 5-String Super Tenor is hand-built from solid koa, so no two have the same grain. When a finished ukulele is in stock, it is listed under its own serial number with Ships Now, and its photos show that exact ukulele. Choose Build to Order to have Kanileʻa build a new one for you.
How does Build to Order Work?
Pick Pro - Build to Order and check out as usual. We place your order with Kanileʻa, who build the ukulele by hand in Hawaiʻi, and the build usually takes 6 to 8 weeks; we confirm the timing with you after you order. It ships to you with a Kanile'a Premium Gig Bag and Kanile'a's lifetime warranty.
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The photos show the exact instrument you will receive — no surprises. We photograph every high-end instrument individually before it ships. If you want additional angles or have questions before buying, reach out and we'll send more photos.
