Go team Mango! The Mango on the Koaloha is very similar to that on my Pono deluxe Tenor, I can hear similarities in the sound as well, but with more projection. The Kanile’a is on another level.
This was a nice Comparison. In terms of playability, my choice would be the Kanilea because of the Kanilea's 38mm nut and wider string spacing. In terms of sound, the Kanilea seems to have a little more sparkle, clarity, and richness with the high notes. The Koaloha seemed to have more fullness on the low end. It also seemed to have a slighty less crisp sound for the individual notes. That is not bad, just different and even better for some music. Based on sound i can think of songs and playing styles that each one would be more suited to then the other.😊
Flights are great and punch above their weight but both the Kanile'a and KoAloha are honestly a couple of steps up from that uke. I would say a more worthwhile comparison would be something like a Big Island or a Romero Creations Mango uke.
I think you’re being too harsh on yourself regarding the rambly nature of this video. When discussing intricacies of a Uke’s sound, especially when there are so many similarities at play, it’s difficult to verbalise in a direct manner, and I enjoy hearing your thoughts. I’ve very much enjoyed this video and am excited for further developments in the mango movement
I really like the Kanile'a playability ( got a K1c and a K1cs ) but overall the Ko'aloha sound was as you said sort of more out there. Particularly for me the Kanile'a is crisper sounding when thumb strummed ( which style I endeavour to emulate as my hands are not getting any less arthritic) as I hear a more balanced and separated sound of the notes played. I find also of course the broader nut of Kanile'a instruments more comfortable also. Interestingly enough my DaSilva could have been cut from stock from the same tree as the Ko'aloha and I believed it to be Indian Mango. So I think it is not so much where the wood comes from in the world but the variety of Mango tree. Does the Ko'aloha you own show green colouration in some lights that are not present in the wood of the more treacley hued Kanile'as wood, I wonder ? Nice comparison Alex.
Subscriber here. I really enjoy your videos and have learned much helpful information. One question please. Is there any advantage to having a slotted head stock? They seem to be more commonly used on more expensive UK worlds. I've always wondered why. I hope you or someone will answer this question. Thank you.
Hi Roy, I think a slotted headstock is 80% fashion, 20% function... the benefit to a slotted headstock is usually a slight increase in sustain and a feeling that the notes are a bit tighter when playing open chords. This is because the angle at which the strings travel after leaving the nut to the machine head is a lot more severe. The strings are effectively pulled at a 45 degree angle instead of a 30 degree angle. On some cheaper instruments the slotted headstock is purely cosmetic but on something like the Kanile'a Manako I use, the instrument is noticeably taut compared to a paddle headstock uke. I hope this helps? 🙂
Excellent comparison and I enjoy your “rambling” you do a good job verbalizing something that very difficult to put into words!
Go team Mango! The Mango on the Koaloha is very similar to that on my Pono deluxe Tenor, I can hear similarities in the sound as well, but with more projection. The Kanile’a is on another level.
Both are beautiful. And as always your playing. I think the Kanile is the best !
I preferred the sound of koahola and the looks of kanilea Thankyou for the info
Really beautiful sound samples Alex
Thank you so much for watching and spreading some positive vibes
Nice, I've been waiting for this one!
Think the Koaloha sounds superior but wish they came with slotted headstocks. For some reason, a slotted headstock highly aesthetic.
This was a nice Comparison.
In terms of playability, my choice would be the Kanilea because of the Kanilea's 38mm nut and wider string spacing. In terms of sound, the Kanilea seems to have a little more sparkle, clarity, and richness with the high notes.
The Koaloha seemed to have more fullness on the low end. It also seemed to have a slighty less crisp sound for the individual notes. That is not bad, just different and even better for some music. Based on sound i can think of songs and playing styles that each one would be more suited to then the other.😊
My thoughts exactly.
Yep, I second that, too.
Definitely liked the Kanilea better for depth, tone and looks. I just got the Tiny Tenor in Mango so found that very interesting.
Great stuff. The tiny Tenors are great. I love the thin neck profile on them.
Thought the Koaloha was best after tune one but the last two swung it for the Kanilie’a for me - bit deeper and richer. Tough call though.
Beautiful! Thisis really nice!
Pair of beauties! Be interesting to see how the custom Flight mango compares...
Flights are great and punch above their weight but both the Kanile'a and KoAloha are honestly a couple of steps up from that uke. I would say a more worthwhile comparison would be something like a Big Island or a Romero Creations Mango uke.
The Kanile'a for me that is my dream ukulele .❤️😊🎶
Always the Manako Alex.. But the KoAloa sounds Great too.. !!
Great rule to live by 'always the manako'
@@UkesWithAlex I love mine Alex.. Most of my others live on the walls.. !!
The Kanile'a has a more complex sound for sure
I think you’re being too harsh on yourself regarding the rambly nature of this video. When discussing intricacies of a Uke’s sound, especially when there are so many similarities at play, it’s difficult to verbalise in a direct manner, and I enjoy hearing your thoughts. I’ve very much enjoyed this video and am excited for further developments in the mango movement
I second that sentiment!
I really like the Kanile'a playability ( got a K1c and a K1cs ) but overall the Ko'aloha sound was as you said sort of more out there. Particularly for me the Kanile'a is crisper sounding when thumb strummed ( which style I endeavour to emulate as my hands are not getting any less arthritic) as I hear a more balanced and separated sound of the notes played. I find also of course the broader nut of Kanile'a instruments more comfortable also. Interestingly enough my DaSilva could have been cut from stock from the same tree as the Ko'aloha and I believed it to be Indian Mango. So I think it is not so much where the wood comes from in the world but the variety of Mango tree. Does the Ko'aloha you own show green colouration in some lights that are not present in the wood of the more treacley hued Kanile'as wood, I wonder ? Nice comparison Alex.
Yes it does Nige! Both of the KoAloha Mangos I have owned have shades of yellow and green that only come out under artificial light.
Subscriber here. I really enjoy your videos and have learned much helpful information. One question please. Is there any advantage to having a slotted head stock? They seem to be more commonly used on more expensive UK worlds. I've always wondered why. I hope you or someone will answer this question. Thank you.
Hi Roy,
I think a slotted headstock is 80% fashion, 20% function... the benefit to a slotted headstock is usually a slight increase in sustain and a feeling that the notes are a bit tighter when playing open chords.
This is because the angle at which the strings travel after leaving the nut to the machine head is a lot more severe. The strings are effectively pulled at a 45 degree angle instead of a 30 degree angle.
On some cheaper instruments the slotted headstock is purely cosmetic but on something like the Kanile'a Manako I use, the instrument is noticeably taut compared to a paddle headstock uke.
I hope this helps? 🙂
what does slinky in your hadn mean
Loose, easier to play.