I keep seeing comments that this is a fantastic beginner uke. That is rubbish. This is a fantastic ukulele regardless of skill level. What do you want before it is no longer a beginners instrument? It has a rosewood fretboard, nickel frets, geared tuners, great action, great sound, comes with quality strings. So what's left? I understand that it doesn't have a solid wood body but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. There are people like me that don't want to concern themselves with whether or not the humidity in the corner of the bedroom is going to warp the body of our favorite ukulele. I don't have to worry so much about humidity with this ukulele.
I have three ukuleles now. One is an Oscar Schmidt OU3 concert and the other is a mango Fluke. The fluke is much deeper and louder. This Kala ukulele manages to remain delicate and still project it's sound well. It's hard to tell you what I appreciate about this ukulele without bringing emotion into it. But I'm going to try to explain.
If I were knocking around with a friend who had an acoustic guitar then I would grab my Fluke. If I were singing with a group of kids I would grab my Fluke. It's loud, fun, and looks cool.
If I were posing for a picture I would grab my Oscar Schmidt because it looks beautiful. That's mostly what it's good for. Nothing wrong with that. It really is a pretty concert ukulele.
However, if i'm going to sit in the front lawn by myself under the moonlight and pitch a ballad out there this Kala is the ukulele I'm taking. If I'm singing to my wife, this Kala is the ukulele I'm using. Do you know what that means? It means that this ukulele is special.
Kala KA-S Mahogany Soprano Ukulele
4.5 | 1,113 ratings
Price: 89
Last update: 08-29-2024
About this item
Kala Soprano Mahogany Ukulele in a rich, satin finish with bright, contrasting cream binding
These are gorgeous instruments that sound and play much more like an expensive, one-off, boutique-grade ukulele and have a warm, full-bodied, balanced tone.
Comes with Graphtec NuBone nut and saddle, Silver Nickel Frets, Chrome Die-Cast Tuners, & Aquila Super Nylgut strings from Italy
Kala ukuleles are played by some of the most renowned players around the world including: twenty one pilots, Vance Joy, dodie, EatMyUke, The Ukulele Teacher, and Zac Brown.
SOPRANO UKULELE – This is the most common size of ukulele, and the smallest, with the shortest scale length and tightest fret spacing – tuned G C E A
These are gorgeous instruments that sound and play much more like an expensive, one-off, boutique-grade ukulele and have a warm, full-bodied, balanced tone.
Comes with Graphtec NuBone nut and saddle, Silver Nickel Frets, Chrome Die-Cast Tuners, & Aquila Super Nylgut strings from Italy
Kala ukuleles are played by some of the most renowned players around the world including: twenty one pilots, Vance Joy, dodie, EatMyUke, The Ukulele Teacher, and Zac Brown.
SOPRANO UKULELE – This is the most common size of ukulele, and the smallest, with the shortest scale length and tightest fret spacing – tuned G C E A
Product information
| Item Weight | 15.9 ounces |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 21.06 x 7 x 2.37 inches |
| ASIN | B00172UV6S |
| Item model number | KA-S |
| Customer Reviews |
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1,101 ratings
4.5 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #6,585 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #37 in Ukuleles (Musical Instruments) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | April 2, 2008 |
| Back Material | Mahogany |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Color Name | Brown |
| Fretboard Material | Walnut |
| Scale Length | 13.625 |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material | Nylon |
| Top Material | Mahogany |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Material Type | Mahogany |
| Instrument Key | Chromatic |
| Size | One Size |
| Proficiency Level | All |
Top reviews from the United States
N'Tucky Mnkey
I'm not sure what a beginner uke is anymore.
Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2014Daniel C.
So Happy! Really nice Ukulele
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2022Slewis
Amazing
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2011Alexa
Great first ukelele
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2023someRandomEngineer
I really like this ukulele
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2015Herbicider
Very good
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024