Description
The KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline Solid Hawaiian Koa Tenor Ukulele is a slimline tenor ukulele made in Hawaii with a solid Hawaiian koa top, back and sides and a satin finish.
Specifications
| Model/SKU | KoAloha KTM-S10 (KTM-S10) |
|---|---|
| Size | Tenor |
| Top | Solid Hawaiian Koa |
| Back & Sides | Solid Hawaiian Koa |
| Finish | Satin |
| Neck | CNC-Cut Mahogany |
| Headstock | KoAloha 5-Pointed Crown |
| Fretboard & Bridge | Ebony |
| Nut & Saddle | TUSQ |
| Soundhole | KoAloha’s patented “Musubi” |
| Construction | Single-Piece Sidewall |
| Tuners | KoAloha Black Chrome Geared |
| Strings | KoAloha Fluorocarbon |
| Made in | Hawaii |
| Tuning | G-C-E-A with UNWOUND LOW G |
Measurements
| Overall Length | 27" |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 17" |
| Nut Width | 1.49" |
| Body Width | 8.97" |
| Body Depth | 2.08" |
| Frets | 20 |
What is included
- KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline Solid Hawaiian Koa Tenor Ukulele
WARRANTY - KoAloha Lifetime Warranty
BUILD TO ORDER - Choose Build to Order and KoAloha builds a new KTM-S10 for you by hand in Hawaii. Photos marked as examples show earlier KTM-S10 ukuleles, and the wood grain on yours will be different. Build time is usually 6 to 8 weeks, and we confirm it with you after you order.
Common questions
What is the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline made of?
The KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline has a solid Hawaiian koa top, back and sides with a satin finish and single-piece sidewall construction. It has a CNC-cut mahogany neck, an ebony fretboard and bridge, and a TUSQ nut and saddle. The headstock is KoAloha's 5-pointed crown, the soundhole is KoAloha's patented "Musubi" design, and the tuners are KoAloha black chrome geared tuners.
Does the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline come with a pickup?
No. The KoAloha KTM-S10 is the model without a pickup, and the KoAloha price list notes no pickup install for it.
What size is the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline and how is it tuned?
The KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline is a tenor ukulele, 27 inches long overall, with a 17-inch scale length, a 1.49-inch nut width and 20 frets. It ships with KoAloha fluorocarbon strings tuned G-C-E-A with an unwound low G.
What does slimline mean on the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline?
Slimline refers to the slimmer body. The KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline has a body depth of 2.08 inches and a body width of 8.97 inches, which makes it easier to hold during long playing sessions. KoAloha's patented "Musubi" soundhole and single-piece sidewall construction are used to keep resonance and projection despite the slim profile. In Terry Carter's video on the KTM-S00, the gloss slimline model, he says that although the body is slim it still has a big sound.
What does the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline sound like and who is it for?
KoAloha describes the tone of its koa ukuleles as a balance of warmth and brightness, and says they suit styles from fingerpicking to strumming and from classical to jazz. In his video on the KTM-S00, the gloss slimline model, Terry Carter says the slimline sounds big for a slim body and that the neck feels very good to play, and he notes that the slimline comes with a low G. The satin finish highlights the natural koa grain.
What is the difference between the KTM-S10 and the KTM-S00?
Both are KoAloha solid Hawaiian koa slimline tenor ukuleles. The KoAloha KTM-S10 has a satin finish, and the KoAloha KTM-S00 has a gloss finish. The first video above is about the KTM-S00.
Is the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline made in Hawaii?
Yes. The KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline is made in Hawaii by KoAloha, from solid Hawaiian koa.
What strings does the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline use?
The KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline comes with KoAloha fluorocarbon strings tuned G-C-E-A with an unwound low G.
Does the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline have tuners with gears?
Yes. The KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline has KoAloha black chrome geared tuners.
Does the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline have a warranty?
Yes. The KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline is covered by the KoAloha Lifetime Warranty. Terry Carter says the KoAloha warranty is automatic, with no serial number or registration needed.
How does Build to Order work on the KoAloha KTM-S10 Slimline?
Choose Build to Order under Your ukulele and check out as usual. We place an order for a new KTM-S10 with KoAloha, who build it by hand in Hawaii. Build time is usually 6 to 8 weeks, and we confirm the timing with you after you order. It is covered by the KoAloha Lifetime Warranty.
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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.
