This KTI-700 has been a regular seller in the World of Ukes store. It is a favourite of mine and naturally, when customers arrive with a budget including this model, I’d suggest it. More often and not, my positive opinion was reaffirmed with a purchase. Finally, I’ve had one long enough to get this listing together!

Kai might be a newer name to many, but it is brought into the UK by Stones Music, who also import Risa, Magic Fluke and Baton Rouge. Mark, who runs Stones, is a friend of mine and has an eye for great ukes and this brand makes great ukes.

The level of finish is really high, with a stunning gloss finish on the body, with exotic looking red padauk binding, an interesting inlay on the fingerboard and an abalone soundhole rosette. The Kai KTI-700 also has a side soundhole, which really lets you hear the rich, sweet tone. The back and sides are laminate bocote, which really glows under the gloss. Lovely.

The KTI-700 concert has a 35mm nut and regular-feeling neck profile. Nothing at all to dislike in the way it plays. It has good quality geared tuners and smooth feeling fluorocarbon strings.

It even comes with a good quality gig bag, only adding to the already fantastic value.

For a video demo of the KTI-700, click additional info below.

For common accessories and customisations (like strap buttons / low G fitting) scroll down to the bottom of the page where you'll be able to add these common items to your basket.