Description
Pono TE-MDB Solid Mango Blue Thinbody Electric Tenor Ukulele + 12-Month Lessons is a thinbody electric tenor ukulele with a solid mango top, back and sides in a gloss blue finish, tuned G-C-E-A with a high G. It has a cutaway body, a radiused Macassar ebony fingerboard and Pono's passive TE pickup system with volume control for playing through an amp or PA.
Specifications
| SKU | TE-MDB |
|---|---|
| Size | Thinbody Tenor |
| Color | Blue |
| Top | Solid Mango |
| Back & Sides | Solid Mango |
| Finish | Gloss |
| Cutaway | Yes |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard & Bridge | Macassar Ebony |
| Fretboard Radius | Radiused |
| Nut & Saddle | Bone |
| Electronics | Pono Passive TE Pickup System with Volume Control |
| Tuners | Grover |
| Strings | Ko'olau Alohi |
| Tuning | G-C-E-A with HIGH G |
Measurements
| Overall Length | 26.5” |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 17” |
| Nut Width | 1.375” |
| Lower Bout Width | 9” |
| Upper Bout Width | 7” |
| Body Length | 12” |
| Frets | 20 |
| Frets to Body | 14 |
What is included
- Pono Gig Bag
- 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
Common questions
Is the Pono TE-MDB solid wood or laminate?
The Pono TE-MDB has a solid mango top, back and sides with a gloss blue finish.
Does the Pono TE-MDB have a pickup?
Yes. The Pono TE-MDB has the Pono passive TE pickup system with a volume control.
How is the Pono TE-MDB tuned?
The Pono TE-MDB is tuned G-C-E-A with a high G, using Ko'olau Alohi strings.
What is the difference between the Pono TE-MDB and the Pono TE-MD?
The Pono TE-MDB is the gloss blue version of Pono's solid mango thinbody electric tenor, while the Pono TE-MD has a gloss natural finish. Both are cutaway tenors with the Pono passive pickup.
Does the Pono TE-MDB come with a case or gig bag?
Yes. The Pono TE-MDB comes with a Pono gig bag.
Who is the Pono TE-MDB for?
The Pono TE-MDB suits tenor players who perform, with a thin body that is comfortable for long sets and a cutaway for reaching the upper frets. Its solid mango top, back and sides give a warm and sweet sound, and the built-in pickup lets you plug into an amp or PA for gigs, open mics and recording.
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.
