Ibanez Uks100-Opn Natural

An Ibanez Ukulele with a Modern Design Focused on Playability

With the UKC100, Ibanez applies its "player-oriented" instrument craftsmanship to the world of ukuleles: contemporary "open pore" finishes and details designed for comfort. This model emphasizes the feel under the fingers, note clarity, and a more immersive experience thanks to the side sound port, while maintaining the simple and effective spirit of a soprano.

For Whom and Which Styles?

The Ibanez UKC100 is particularly aimed at beginners who want an enjoyable instrument to play from the first minutes, as well as intermediate players looking for a responsive and expressive soprano. Its format and quick response are well suited for pop/folk strumming, vocal accompaniment, as well as Hawaiian patterns and light arpeggios. The 16 frets offer good freedom to explore melodic playing without losing the simplicity of the soprano.

Sound

The sapelli top, back, and sides provide a natural balance: present midrange, clear attack, and coherent projection in a compact format. The Purpleheart used for the fingerboard and bridge enhances the sense of precision, with rich midrange and clear highs, helping maintain definition in both chords and picking. The side sound port improves on-stage perception: you hear yourself better, with a sense of more immediate response, particularly useful for acoustic playing without amplification.

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Technical specifications

Format	soprano body	Number of frets	16
Top	sapelli	Neck heel	smooth and rounded
Back and sides	sapelli	Inlay	white dots
Rosette	rosette	Fingerboard	Purpleheart
Side sound port	yes	Bridge	Purpleheart
Neck	UKC / okoumé	Tuners	Chrome Open Gear tuners
Scale length	13.86" / 352 mm	String spacing	0.59" / 15 mm
Nut width	1.46" / 37 mm	String gauge	.022/.028/.032/.022
Width at 14th fret	1.85" / 47 mm	Factory tuning	1A, 2E, 3C, 4G
Thickness at 1st fret	0.67" / 17 mm	Carrying case	included
Thickness at 7th fret	0.85" / 21.5 mm	High frets	yes
Radius	flat