Lanikai LU8EK 8 String Tenor Ukulele
Fishman Kula Pickup & Active Preamp
N a t o M a h o g a n y T o p , B a c k a n d S i d e s
Beautiful Tonewoods, superb craftsmanship along with the full acoustic sound of 8 strings and Fishman Kula electronics for plugged-in performances.
Lanikai have raised the bar again with this beautiful musical instrument.
Featuring 8 strings run as pairs the Lanikai LU8EK simply sounds superb and as well as making a statement in its own right as a solo instrument the LU-8EK is an absolute “must have” in a Ukulele Ensemble or Group.
The paired strings simply add another dimension to chords and solo playing and you will add a whole new tonal texture to your songwriting or performance!
The LU-8EK from Lanikai is an amazing instrument.
Handcrafted from beautifully grained Eastern Mahogany – also known as Nato Wood – the Lanikai LU-8EK features a quailty rosewood fingerboard which when coupled with the Mahogany Body delivers a sweet, mellow tone with an articulate mid-range that is often missing from instruments in this price range.
It’s often said that if you can play one ukulele you can play them all and we couldn’t agree more! Including a southcoastmusic setup for easy playability, the Lanikai LU-8EK is the fullest sounding, most beautiful ukulele you have ever heard.
Lanikai LU-8EK Tuning
The Soprano, Concert and Tenor Ukuleles all share the same tuning of GCEA which makes the Lanikai LU-8EK the perfect transition instrument from a smaller sized Uke. If you are playing in a Band or Ensemble, the 8 string LU-8EK will add a depth and richness of tone that has to be experienced to be believed!
The strings on the Lanikai LU-8EK are doubled like a 12 string guitar.
The LU-8EK 8-String Tenor Acoustic-Electric Ukulele with Fishman Kula Electronics uses the standard Ukulele tuning of G, C, E, A…with a twist:
1) The eight strings are strung as pairs
2) The additional “G” string is tuned either an octave up or down
3) The additional “C” string is tuned either an octave up or down
4) The two “E” strings are tuned in unison (same octave)
5) The two “A” strings are tuned in unison (same octave)
Fishman Kula Electronics
The sleek design of this preamp lends itself well to the ukulele and fits everything you could ask for in a preamp.
Lanikai have worked with Pickup Giants, Fishman and the result is the superb Fishman Kula system. Featuring an under saddle transducer pickup and an active pre-amp, the Lanikai LU8EK is ready to plug in on stage or in the studio.
With a three band EQ, you’ll be prepared to please any crowd by adjusting the low mid and high range to your liking. Never search for your clip-on tuner again! The Kula preamp features an on-board chromatic tuner so you can tune up wherever you go.
Lanikai LU-8EK specifications:
Size: Tenor 8 string
Scale Length: 17.25 inches
Width at Nut: 38 millimeters
Top: Mahogany (Nato)
Back/Sides: Mahogany (Nato)
Fretboard: Rosewood
Electronics: Fishman Kula Under-saddle transducer and Active Preamplifier
Frets: 18
Machines: Gold In-Line
Binding: Multiple
ONE YEAR warranty
Before we double box and send your brand new Lanikai LU-8EK to you, it will be thoroughly checked and set up in our workshop. String height, Frets and electronics all undergo the scrutiny of our experienced technicians.
We have a limited quantity of BRAND NEW Lanikai LU-8EK Ukuleles for sale at only…AUD$549.00!
limited stock…do not miss this.
Delivery Australia-Wide is INCLUDED!
