Ohana BK-35GCE Solid Mahogany Cutaway Baritone Ukulele with Active Pickup
Ohana BK-35GCE Solid Mahogany Cutaway Baritone Ukulele – Bold Tone, Refined Feel
The Ohana BK-35GCE isn’t just another baritone—it’s a full-bodied, low-end powerhouse wrapped in polished sophistication. Crafted entirely of solid mahogany and finished in a sleek gloss, this uke brings warm, woody resonance with every strum.
Whether you’re fingerpicking a mellow tune or laying down rich rhythm work, the BK-35GCE responds with clarity, depth, and tonal character.
The cutaway design invites your fingers to explore higher up the fretboard, while detailed purfling and wood binding give this instrument a timeless, tailored look.
Outfitted with an onboard active pickup and built-in tuner, it's stage- and studio-ready at a moment’s notice. Chrome Grover open-geared tuners keep things stable, and as always, UKE Republic includes a Pro Setup for peak performance straight out of the box.
FEATURES:
- Baritone scale – delivers deep, guitar-like tones, tuned D–G–B–E
- Solid Mahogany top, back, and sides – rich warmth with natural projection
- Cutaway body – easy access to upper frets for expressive play
- Gloss finish – sleek, durable, and stage-worthy
- Wood binding + white/black/white purfling – classic visual contrast
- Mahogany headstock with matching purfling – elegant from top to bottom
- Pearloid side markers – stay visually grounded as you play
- Grover open-geared tuners (chrome) – smooth, accurate tuning
- Active pickup with built-in tuner – plug in and perform with ease
- Professionally set up by UKE Republic – for optimized action, intonation, and feel
From cozy living room jams to live sessions with a loop pedal, the BK-35GCE delivers a satisfying blend of beauty, depth, and dependable performance.
Q: What is the Ohana BK-35GCE made of?
A: The BK-35GCE is made of all solid mahogany—top, back, and sides—for a rich, warm tone. It also features wood binding and a high-gloss finish for added beauty and protection.
Q: What size is this ukulele?
A: This is a baritone ukulele, the largest of the standard uke sizes. It has a deeper, more guitar-like voice and a longer scale length of about 20 inches.
Q: Does it have a pickup for amplification?
A: Yes! It comes equipped with an active pickup system and built-in tuner, so it's ready for plugged-in performance on stage or in the studio.
Q: What tuning does a baritone ukulele use?
A: Standard baritone tuning is D-G-B-E, like the highest four strings of a guitar. You can also experiment with alternate tunings if desired.
Q: Is the cutaway design useful?
A: Definitely. The cutaway body allows easier access to the upper frets—ideal for soloing, chord melody, or more expressive playing.
Q: Is this ukulele beginner-friendly?
A: It can be! While many baritone players have prior guitar or ukulele experience, beginners looking for a deeper sound and larger fret spacing may enjoy starting here.
Q: Does UKE Republic set this ukulele up before shipping?
A: Yes. Every BK-35GCE sold at UKE Republic receives a comprehensive Pro Setup—we adjust action, check intonation, and fine-tune for optimal playability.
Q: What strings come on the Ohana BK-35GCE?
A: It typically ships with quality baritone strings (non-wound) suitable for DGBE tuning. You can upgrade or change based on your style preference.