OQAN QUK-ARAWAK CONCERT - Solid Mahogany Concert Ukulele
Discover the OQAN QUK-ARAWAK CONCERT, a concert ukulele that blends high-quality construction with a unique design and exceptional sound. Made entirely of solid mahogany , including the top, sides, and back, this instrument offers a rich, warm resonance with deep sustain that improves over time. Its natural matte finish not only gives it an elegant and organic appearance but also allows the wood to breathe and vibrate freely, contributing to its superb tonal quality.
One of the most innovative features of the QUK-ARAWAK is its double-sounding system. It has a traditional front soundhole and an additional side sound outlet on the upper rim. This second opening acts as a personal monitor, projecting the sound directly towards the player. This allows for clear and detailed monitoring of one's own playing, enhancing the experience when playing solo or in a group. The design is inspired by Arawak culture, with distinctive details such as the mother-of-pearl binding and the fingerboard inlays that evoke symbols from this Amazonian culture, adding aesthetic and cultural value to the instrument.
Main Features
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Totally Solid Construction: Top, sides and back made of solid mahogany, guaranteeing a warm tone, with great volume and a noticeable sonic improvement as the instrument ages.
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Dual Sound Output: Incorporates a traditional mouthpiece and a side opening that projects the sound towards the musician, offering natural acoustic monitoring and an immersive experience.
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Comfortable Neck and Smooth Fretboard: The mahogany neck, combined with a "compound rosewood" fretboard, provides comfortable and smooth fingering across all frets.
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Precision Open Tuning Pegs: Equipped with classic style open tuning pegs that not only contribute to its vintage aesthetic, but also ensure stable and precise tuning.
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Inspired and Detailed Design: The pearlescent binding and placeholders with Arawak symbology give it a unique and attractive visual identity.
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Quality Strings: It comes equipped as standard with Aquila strings, recognized worldwide for their brilliance, intonation and durability.
Benefits for the Musician
The OQAN QUK-ARAWAK CONCERT is ideal for ukulele players of all levels looking for a superior instrument. Beginners will appreciate its comfort and the ease with which they can achieve a good sound right from the start. For intermediate and advanced players, this ukulele represents a reliable tool for expression, with the tonal richness of solid woods and the innovative side soundhole feature, perfect for live performances without amplification or for more detailed practice.
Use Cases
This concert ukulele is extremely versatile. Its size and balanced sound make it perfect for a wide variety of musical styles, from folk and pop to Latin rhythms and jazz. It's an ideal companion for singer-songwriters, for playing at small gatherings, for studio recordings where a natural and organic acoustic tone is desired, or simply for enjoying music at home with superior sound quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the body to be made of "solid mahogany"?
This means that the top, sides, and back of the ukulele are made from solid pieces of mahogany, rather than laminates. This significantly improves resonance, volume, and overall tone quality, allowing the sound to mature and enhance over time.
What is the "compound rosewood" of the fretboard?
It is a technologically advanced composite material, designed to replicate the best qualities of traditional rosewood. It offers great durability, stability against changes in humidity and temperature, and a smooth, consistent surface, as well as being a sustainable alternative to exotic woods.
Does the side opening really make a difference?
Yes. The side port acts as a personal acoustic monitor, directing a portion of the sound directly towards you. This allows you to hear yourself with greater clarity, detail, and volume, which is very useful for practicing and playing with other musicians.
Is there an electrified version of this model?
Yes, OQAN offers an electro-acoustic version (model QUK-ARAWAK CONCERT CE) that includes a preamp system with built-in equalizer and tuner, ideal for connecting to an amplifier or sound system.
Project description
Concert-size ukulele with a solid mahogany top, back, and sides. The neck is also mahogany with a compound rosewood fingerboard. It features two sound holes: one on the front and one on the side of the body. It has mother-of-pearl binding and open-gear precision tuning machines. The instrument has a natural matte finish.
