MT-4
SKU
MT-4
Special Price
$138.00
Regular Price
$165.00
|or$13/month*
Islander by Kanile'a - Mahogany Tenor Ukulele!
This was the model that really put Islander on the map. The MT-4 has such a big warm tone while still retaining the bright qualities that are uniquely ukulele.
This one really get towards that Kanile'a tone but with it's own voice. We're impressed with the volume and body of sound this model gives at such an affordable price and it's been the perfect fit for many of our customers.
The Islander has a 1.5" nut width allowing a little more space when compared to the 1 3/8" most companies do. That aspect makes it popular for those with larger hands or just players that want more space for chording.
Mika gives a raw sound sample.
If you are looking for an affordable , high quality sound in a tenor ukulele, this Islander MT-4 may be just right!
"The Islander Mahogany Series Ukulele offers a very bright yet balanced traditional Hawaiian tone that is so synonymous to this wonderful instrument. Our time-honored approach allows these instruments have a very clean, authentic ukulele look to them".
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justifiably, the standard for laminates in this price range 0 people found this helpfulThis is a shockingly good uke for the money. Very good fit and finish. Excellent intonation. I love the feel of the fretboard (a little roomier, like a Kanile'a). Terrific starter uke, or a great beater, if that's what you need. The setup was spot-on. I didn't make a single tweak. Thanks guys!
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Great value, great sound, frets could be better 0 people found this helpfulI have a Ko'olau tenor that I absolutely love, but I wanted a uke that I could keep in the office. I heard so many good early reports on the Islander that I decided to pick on up from HMS. It is an incredible uke for the price. Obviously, this laminate is not going to be as resonant or alive sounding as the solid Koa uke, but I am pretty happy with the consistency of the tone throughout its range. The intonation is accurate and tuning is smooth and stable although lacking the precision feel of the high-end K-brand ukes. The HMS setup was good, although the fret ends are pretty rough. I have a very early (2011) model, so I do not know if this is just an issue with mine or if it's prevalent in other models. I note that laminate Kala ukes, which are roughly in this price range, do not have this issue. I would have given quality 4 stars if it were not for the rough fret ends and I debated whether I should have knocked off yet another star, but ultimately felt that would have been too strong a knock on an otherwise impressive entry level model.
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islander tennor 0 people found this helpfulShipped as promised and was packaged well. I purchased this uke for myself basically because of the name. For the price I found it surpassed any others in the same price range. You really do get what you pay for. Everything from set up to the look of the laminate was awesome. Thr sound,a bit tinny for my taste. I have since move on but my daughter loves it. This is a great buy for a beginner before they decide to get serious.
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A really great uke! 0 people found this helpfulMy first uke was a makala dolphin. With this uke i got excited to look for a a next stap uke. For me it was the tenor. I got most exited by seeing the video's from Aaron where he is playin the Islander ukes. the main reason to order from hawaii music supply was for the setup of the uke before they send it. The other reason is that in the Netherlands there are no shops who sells brands like Islander. So in this review my only comparison is with a sopran makala dolphin ukelele. I bought the Islander MT-4 with case. So the package was packed well and the delivery time to the Netherlands was ok. The uke feels good and in my opinion it also looks good. Every part looks well build and finished nice. It gives me the feeling and idea that the company took care of it. It is a laminated uke, but what really surprised me was the sound. I also checked the video's from Aaron playing the Islander but i really love the sound for a laminated ukulele. I have no idea how a solid uke sounds like, but for me this is a great sound. My makala dolphin sopran is bright, crips and not to loud. The MT-4 with aquilla makes is very loud in a good way. The sound is warm and bright. The playability in comparison with a makala dolphin is a really a big stap forward for me. It's plays soft, gentle and sliding from the first fret to another goes very smooth. There where no buzzes up and down allong the frets. I have pretty big hands so for me it's more easily to play. The only think i didn't like is a cosmetic thing. On the head you have the logo of a mountain and the text Islander. For me it is too much. I am more a visual man so only the logo would be good or only the text. So this is my first tenor uke. The price is in my opinion very valuable for what you get. The build quality is very nice and good. The playability is also very good. Also thanks for the setup by Hawaii Music Supply before sending (standard service). I think it has a big influence for playing. I am a really happy uke player. My next step would be probably a solid uke, but for know i am really happy. Only for the variety I would like to have an other uke. So if you are looking in the lower priced range, and want a great tenor uke then you will be more then pleased buying the mt-4 Islander. So a full 5 stars award if you looking to price quality, price and value. So bang for the buck. Greatings, Marco from the Netherlands
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Great value 0 people found this helpfulThis instrument brings a well tested design from higher end models into the kind of price range new players can afford. Excellent playability and sound that is a huge step above other laminate based ukes, comparable with many solid wood designs.