Laka
Laka
Also known as: Laka Ukuleles, Laka by Vintage
UnclaimedLaka is a ukulele brand from John Hornby Skewes & Co. Ltd. (JHS), the long-established British musical instrument distributor based in Garforth, Leeds. The line is named after Laka, a figure in Hawaiian mythology associated with the hula, reflecting the brand's focus on the ukulele family. Laka instruments are sold through JHS dealers across the UK and Europe and sit alongside JHS's other house...
Laka is a ukulele brand from John Hornby Skewes & Co. Ltd. (JHS), the long-established British musical instrument distributor based in Garforth, Leeds. The line is named after Laka, a figure in Hawaiian mythology associated with the hula, reflecting the brand's focus on the ukulele family. Laka instruments are sold through JHS dealers across the UK and Europe and sit alongside JHS's other house brands such as Vintage and Encore.
The range covers soprano, concert, tenor, and bass ukuleles, available in both acoustic and electro-acoustic configurations. Models are organised into wood-based series including the Sapele Series, Mahogany Deluxe Series, Bamboo Series, Maple Series, Walnut Series, and an all-solid Acacia line, plus the colourful Rainbow Series of soprano ukuleles. The instruments are typically supplied with carry bags and are aimed at a span of players from beginners to intermediate and gigging musicians.
The brand's most prominent endorser is British entertainer and ukulele player Joe Brown, whose signature models include the LK-JBS soprano (all-solid acacia with maple binding) and the LK-JBC concert (solid mahogany top, back, and sides). Laka has a relatively low profile compared with Hawaiian and US ukulele makers, and is positioned primarily as a UK-market alternative offering wider tonewood options at accessible price points.
Laka has 3 products cataloged on Equipboard, including Ukuleles.
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