Description
Pono ULN4-1 Solid Cedar & Acacia Big Baritone Ukulele - Lattice Bracing + 12-Month Lessons is a nylon-string big baritone ukulele with a solid cedar top, solid acacia back and sides and a gloss finish, tuned D-G-B-E with a low D. It uses Pono's lattice bracing, a crisscross pattern inspired by classical guitar building, for more resonance, volume and sustain.
Specifications
| SKU | ULN4-1 |
|---|---|
| Size | Big Baritone Ukulele |
| Top | Solid Cedar |
| Back & Sides | Solid Acacia |
| Finish | Gloss |
| Fretboard Radius | 12” |
| Neck | Solid Mahogany |
| Headstock | Slotted Ebony |
| Fretboard & Bridge | Ebony |
| Nut & Saddle | Bone |
| Rosette | Rope Inlay |
| Binding | Ebony |
| Bracing | Lattice |
| Purfling | Black/White/Black |
| Truss Rod | Yes |
| Tuners | Open Grover 9GB |
| Strings | Ko'olau |
| Made in | Java |
| Tuning | D-G-B-E with Low D |
Measurements
| Overall Length | 32” |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 21.38” |
| Nut Width | 1.38” |
| Upper Bout Width | 8” |
| Lower Bout Width | 11.25” |
| Waist Width | 6.5” |
| Body Length | 15.5” |
| Frets | 20 |
Included with Purchase
- Pono Baritone 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 & a 6-Week Q&A Series with Terry Carter
Common Questions
Is the Pono ULN4-1 Solid Wood or Laminate?
The Pono ULN4-1 has a solid cedar top and solid acacia back and sides.
How is the Pono ULN4-1 Tuned?
The Pono ULN4-1 is tuned D-G-B-E with a low D, the same as the top four strings of a guitar, and uses Ko'olau nylon strings.
What is the Difference Between the Pono ULN4-1 & the Pono UL4-1?
The Pono ULN4-1 is the nylon-string version with lattice bracing and a slotted headstock. The Pono UL4-1 uses the same cedar and acacia woods with steel strings and a solid headstock.
Does the Pono ULN4-1 Come With a Case or Gig Bag?
Yes. The Pono ULN4-1 comes with a Pono gig bag.
Who is the Pono ULN4-1 for?
The Pono ULN4-1 suits guitar players moving to ukulele and anyone who wants a deeper ukulele voice, since it is tuned like the top four strings of a guitar. Its solid cedar top with solid acacia back and sides gives a warm and rich sound that grows richer with playing.
Where is the Pono ULN4-1 Made?
The Pono ULN4-1 is made in Java.
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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