Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-50T

Tenor Ukulele with Pickup

Custom Line Kahuna Series
Tenor size with cutaway
Body: Acacia
Arched back
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Ovangkol
Dot fingerboard inlays
Neck profile: C
18 Frets
Scale: 430 mm
Nut width: 35 mm
Bridge: Ovangkol
Chrome-plated, open gear machine heads
Pro pickup system with built-in tuner
Strings: Aquila
Colour: Natural, matte

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Available since January 2014
Item number 319667
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Body Acacia
Top Acacia
Frets 18
Neck Mahogany
Pickup Yes

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A glimpse into the future

"Kahuna" is a Hawaiian word often associated with mystery and foresight - a fitting name for an instrument that unlocks musical discovery. The Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-50T is a tenor ukulele tuned to the traditional Hawaiian G-C-E-A (forming a C6 chord), crafted from tonewoods that balance tradition and playability: A figured acacia body, mahogany neck, and ovangkol fingerboard. Equipped with a Harley Benton Pro pickup system and integrated tuner, it will transition seamlessly from intimate acoustic sessions to amplified performances, offering an excellent point of entry into island-inspired musical styles.

Generous tone with tropical character

The Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-50T's tonal identity stems from the selection of materials used, into which Harley Benton has clearly put a lot of thought: The arched acacia back and cutaway-style body echo the warmth and projection of Hawaiian koa, while the mahogany neck delivers crisp articulation. The ovangkol fingerboard and bridge - tonally akin to Indian rosewood - add midrange complexity and sustain, creating a balanced voice for both strumming and fingerpicking. With 18 frets and a smooth satin finish, the Kahuna CLU-50T is as comfortable to play as it is resonant.

Unplugged... or not!

Finished in a warm sunburst, the Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-50T is as visually striking as it is sonically refined. Its acoustic voice is lively and articulate, and the active Harley Benton Pro pickup system (with controls for both volume and tone) ensures that it will effortlessly cut through the mix when amplified. What is more, a standard 6.3mm (1/4") output jack is provided for direct connection to PAs or acoustic amps, making it ideal for open mics, busking, or studio work. For players seeking plug-and-play versatility at a modest price, this ukulele is a standout choice.

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About Harley Benton

Since 1998, the Harley Benton brand has been catering for the needs of countless guitarists and bassists. In addition to an extensive range of stringed instruments, Thomann's house brand also offers a wide choice of amplifiers, speakers, effect pedals, and other accessories. In total, the range includes over 1,500 products. Built by established names in the industry, all Harley Benton products combine quality and reliability at attractive and affordable prices. The continuous expansion of the range ensures that Harley Benton always provides new, exciting, and innovative products that keep players perfectly in tune with the musical world, day after day.

Stage-ready and travel-friendly

The Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-50T's lightweight build and onboard electronics make it equally suited to spontaneous jams, busking, or stage performances, requiring no additional equipment beyond a standard instrument cable. Its active Harley Benton Pro system ensures reliable amplified sound, while the auto-on preamp (powered by a 9V battery) simplifies setup. To preserve battery life, the cable should be disconnected when not in use, as the preamp activates automatically upon connection. With its balanced acoustic voice and plug-and-play amplification, this ukulele bridges Hawaiian tradition and modern versatility - ready to thrive in any musical setting.

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Intonation on higher frets is terrible!

Grey Karma 05.02.2019

Use: I bought this as a cheap extra tenor uke.

Clarity: The body provides a good clear sound with plenty of volume when played acoustically. It has a bright rather than fat sound which I am ok with as it is a budget instrument. What I'm not ok with is an instrument that sounds so out of tune on the higher frets that I can't bare to play it any more.

Pros & Cons: This is a good instrument in terms of the price as it has a pickup with built in tuner. Personally, I wouldn't have any use for such a basic tuner (buy yourself a good clip on tuner instead) and would prefer if more attention was given to the intonation & fret placement as well as the action of the strings which is a little on the high side for comfortable strumming. This wood finish is really nice and feels very natural and much better than the finish on my over priced Luna High Tide which I will be reviewing soon!

Conclusion: If you are a beginner then this instrument is suitable in terms of budget, body size and the ability to plug it in to an amp or record yourself. I bought a Ritter padded gig bag for ¤29 to go with it. This case is excellent!
If the string action and intonation problems were addressed on this instrument then I would like to try out the upgraded version even if that meant a price increase.

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Excellent Value Ukulele

Davey 06.04.2014

So pleased with this uke, the build quality & finish are excellent. Great strings & holds tune nicely. Built in tuner is excellent and would cost as much as the uke if bought separately. This is the 3rd uke in my collection - Soprano > Concert > Tenor.... guess it'll be a baritone next. I found some of the chords are easier to hold down on this size uke, or maybe my fingers are too big for the smaller models. like the sound too, a little more of the bass tones are evident compared with the concert & soprano. If it was full bodied (not cutaway) I think the tone would be even better. However,I recommend you buy this uke - you'll not be disappointed,

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Money Well Spent

Raymond588 20.03.2017

This to me was the bargain of the year. I expected a good ukulele when I bought it, but did not expect such fantastic quality for such a low price. With its electro pickup, sounding great in any amplifier, it was in the price range of an acoustic only uke. I like the Tenor size. It is far easier to play than the smaller ones and has a deeper sounding quality. I've had this for well over a year now and the battery still has not run out. One little tip though. Make sure you switch off the tuner before you begin playing through an amp, as it cuts off all sound while it is tuning. This happened to me and I even fitted new batteries before I realised my mistake.
Terrific value for money and fitted with the best quality Aquila strings.

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Blown away!

WolfmanAndy 04.11.2021

What a fantastic quality! My wife has two other ukuleles that are between 2 and 4 times the price and this uke plays just as well, is built as well and, at least while new, has a superior tone. The intonation is spot on all the way up and beyond the 12th fret. The only issue I have is that the frets are a bit sharp, but just the same on the other two more expensive ukes. A bit of light sanding will make this ukulele perfect. There are some beautiful features on this uke, inlay, binding etc., and great tuners, but the overall look is a bit ordinary. However I would not complain about that on a great ukulele!

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Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-50T

Tenor Ukulele with Pickup