Kala Gloss Solid Mahogany Concert

A "Classic Kala" Aesthetic Revisited in a Glossy Version

With the Gloss Solid Mahogany series, Kala revisits one of the ukulele's all-time classics: mahogany. Valued for its reliability and sonic balance, it is paired here with a gloss finish that enhances the instrument's visual presence. The maple purfling, slotted headstock, and chrome open-gear tuners add a refined touch, designed as much for the stage as for a beautiful everyday instrument.

For Whom and Which Styles?

This concert ukulele is suitable for both demanding beginners and intermediate players seeking a solid wood model that is responsive and musical. Its balance makes it very comfortable in pop, folk, chanson, light jazz, or fingerstyle. The concert size offers a more "grounded" feel than a soprano, often providing more comfort for the left hand.

Sound

The combination of a solid top with solid mahogany back and sides delivers a warm tone, with present midrange and a soft treble register, very pleasant for both strumming and fingerpicking. The concert size generally provides a bit more volume and projection than a smaller model, while maintaining the clarity needed to clearly articulate chords. The Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle contribute to a clear attack and good vibration transmission, useful for intonation and overall stability.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To protect the instrument, a concert-sized gig bag or hard case is recommended. For regular maintenance, a microfiber cloth helps preserve the gloss finish, and a clip-on tuner is perfect for quick tuning. For replacement strings, opt for nylon strings for concert ukulele (the model comes equipped with D'Addario Clear Nylon strings).

Technical specifications

Size	Concert	Fingerboard	rosewood
Top	solid mahogany	Headstock	slotted
Back and sides	solid mahogany	Tuners	chrome open-gear
Purfling	maple	Nut and saddle	Graph Tech NuBone
Finish	gloss	Strings	D'Addario Clear Nylon
Neck	mahogany