Kamaka HF-4 Baritone Ukulele

The Baritone ukulele’s warm and mellow sound is a favorite of Kamaka Hawaii President Chris Kamaka. This lovely instrument is tuned to match the last four strings of a guitar and resonates chords at a lower register. The Baritone ukulele is the largest Kamaka ukulele and a favorite among guitar players because the chords are the same as guitar chords, just played on four strings instead of six. The sound of this special ukulele is deep and warm, and brings to mind warm summer nights and finding peace and contentment while quietly relaxing with family and friends. 

Every Kamaka ukulele comes with a free Kamaka-branded ukulele case that was designed specifically for the exact ukulele model to match the instrument’s body size and length. The vinyl-wrapped, plywood hard case features a soft velvet lining that is padded around the back of the instrument with a protective, arched top cover that ensures the instrument fits snugly and securely when closed. The custom ukulele case also features a convenient compartment to hold tuners, polishing cloths and other accessories.

Options Available: Long Neck; Slotted Head

“Kamaka ʻukulele has always been my instrument of choice. They are very expressive and itʻs the tone that I grew up listening to as a child. I love their ʻukulele and I hope more people will have the opportunity to experience the joy of playing a Kamaka.” JAKE SHIMABUKURO

Maker of Hawaii's Finest Ukuleles Since 1916
Welcome to Kamaka Hawaii, Inc., makers of Hawaii's finest ukuleles, and the home of the original Pineapple Ukulele! Kamaka Hawaii was established in 1916 in the Territory of Hawaii, and is a family-owned and operated business. The Kamaka family has been dedicated to building skillfully-handcrafted ukuleles for nearly a century. The heritage of ukulele making at Kamaka Hawaii is preserved by second and third generation Hawaiian luthiers, as well as the many talented craftsmen at the Kakaako factory in Honolulu.

A tradition of excellence is the foundation of Kamaka Hawaii's reputation. Kamaka ukuleles are world-renown, and possess a lasting, rich tone that cannot be duplicated. The process of making a Kamaka ukulele is an art that involves design, redesign, and experimentation to produce instruments with outstanding tonal and playing characteristics. Many of the techniques used today have evolved from practices developed by founder Sam Kamaka Sr. This ensures consistency in quality, resulting in ukuleles that are often handed down to future generations and cherished as valued family heirlooms.

Kamaka ukuleles begin as rough Hawaiian koa lumber, and are meticulously hand built into exquisite musical instruments enjoyed by ukulele players and audiences across the globe. The Kamaka name is synonymous with superior Hawaiian craftsmanship, and Kamaka ukuleles are world-class instruments enjoyed by everyone from elementary school beginners to professional musicians.