At KLOS Guitars, we built our Full Carbon Tenor Ukulele for musicians who want more from their instrument. More durability, more consistency, and more musicality, whether they’re playing at home, on stage, or out in the elements. This is an outdoor ukulele designed with a professional feel, delivering stable performance across changing conditions, modern playability, and a voice with real projection and sustain. For players seeking a travel ukulele that doesn’t compromise, this is where innovation meets reliability.
Our design starts with a one-piece carbon fiber neck and body, paired with a 17" scale length that gives you the familiar spacing of a tenor without unnecessary bulk. At just 1 lb 14 oz (850 g), it’s lightweight enough to take anywhere, yet solid enough to inspire confidence in any environment. We include a rugged gig bag built with materials similar to camping backpacks, reinforcing the idea that this is a durable ukulele meant to go wherever you go. Unlike traditional wood instruments, carbon fiber resists temperature and humidity changes, helping prevent warping while maintaining tuning stability across climate swings. Whether you’re playing in dry heat, coastal humidity, or high elevation, your instrument stays consistent.
Playability is at the core of everything we do. We’ve engineered what we describe as “impossibly low action,” allowing for smooth fretting with no buzz, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced players. Tenor spacing offers more room for comfortable fingering compared to smaller ukuleles. Our Carbon Timber construction, a nickel-infused carbon weave, helps bring warmth and familiarity to the tone. The result is a carbon fiber tenor ukulele that feels approachable while still pushing performance forward.
When it comes to tone, we’ve focused on delivering a sound that stands out. Carbon fiber allows for clean, full-bodied sound transfer, producing impressive projection and sustain. Our Carbon Double Top features a closed-cell foam core sandwiched between two carbon soundboards, with negative bracing. This helps enhance volume, tone, and resonance in a way that traditional builds can’t replicate. Independent reviews back this up. Ukulele Magazine described the experience as “phenomenal,” highlighting a loud, vibrant tone that holds up even under aggressive strumming. Got A Ukulele echoed that sentiment, noting that it “doesn’t sound artificial or plastic… it just sounds… terrific.” For musicians who value clarity and presence, this is where the instrument truly shines.
For those who need even more versatility, we offer an acoustic electric ukulele option equipped with the KLŌS Tenor Pickup. This active piezo system includes an onboard tuner powered by two 2032 coin batteries and is designed to deliver bright articulation alongside a warm, full-range signal. Whether you’re plugging in for a live performance or recording in the studio, you get a consistent and reliable tone that translates well across different setups.
We built this instrument with a wide range of musicians in mind. Beginners benefit from the forgiving feel and stable setup, allowing them to focus on playing instead of worrying about environmental factors. Gigging musicians get repeatability and a straightforward plug-and-play experience, similar to how brands like Enya position their stage-ready models, but with a more premium, performance-driven approach. For outdoor players, this stands alongside other all-weather options like Outdoor Ukulele or Martin’s HPL builds, but with the added advantage of a one-piece carbon fiber construction and advanced tonal engineering. Recording artists will appreciate the clarity and balance, especially when paired with onboard electronics.
Ultimately, we see this as more than just a durable ukulele. It’s a gigging ukulele, a travel ukulele, and a creative tool built to perform wherever music takes you. By combining modern materials with thoughtful design, we’ve created a carbon fiber tenor ukulele that removes limitations and opens up new possibilities. Whether you’re chasing tone, reliability, or freedom, this is an instrument built to keep up.
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