Kala Ka-15 Baritone Mahogany
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The KA-15 Series: A Must-Have from Kala
A true flagship of the brand, the KA-15 series has established itself as a standard thanks to an excellent balance between simplicity, musicality, and careful craftsmanship. Available in several sizes and finishes, it retains Kala's DNA: recognized tonewoods and an approach designed for immediate playability with a reliable instrument, whether you are a beginner or already advanced.
For Whom and Which Styles?
The Kala KA-15 Baritone is aimed both at beginners looking for an easy-to-handle instrument and at intermediate players seeking an inspiring baritone to expand their palette. Its lower register is perfectly suited for vocal accompaniment, folk, pop, soft jazz, as well as arrangements with enriched chords. It is also an excellent choice for guitarists who want to find familiar size and range while enjoying the ukulele feel.
Sound
With a mahogany top, the KA-15 Baritone favors a soft attack and warm tone with present mids that highlight rhythms and arpeggios. Mahogany provides a balanced response across the spectrum, while the long scale length typical of the baritone promotes a sense of sustain and a more "settled" projection. The combination with the GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle contributes to good vibration transfer, improving precision and tuning stability.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For maintenance and identical replacement, choose a set of Aquila Super Nylgut strings dedicated to the baritone ukulele. A gig bag is available as an option: make sure to select a model explicitly designed for the baritone size to ensure a proper fit.
Technical specifications
| Category | Ukulele | Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Format | Baritone | Electroacoustic | No |
| Left handed | No | Color | Natural |
| Strings | nylon | Finishing | Satin |
| Top | Mahogany | Hardware | Chromed |
| Back&Sides | Mahogany | ||
| Type | Baritone | Nut and saddle | GraphTech NuBone |
| Finish | satin | Accessories | gig bag optional |
| Neck | mahogany | Note | download the free Kala app on your smartphone or tablet for tablatures, a tuner, and playing tips |
| Scale length | 20" / 508 mm | ||
Questions frequently asked
What is the tuning for the Kala KA-15 Baritone Mahogany?
The description does not specify the original tuning. It is a baritone ukulele with nylon strings, featuring a 20-inch (508 mm) scale length.
Is the baritone size suitable for vocal accompaniment?
This size offers a lower register, suitable for vocal accompaniment. The mahogany top, back, and sides provide a warm tone and pronounced mids on both chords and arpeggios.
Is this baritone ukulele electro-acoustic?
No, this model does not have electronics and cannot be plugged directly into an amplifier. Its construction is acoustic, with a mahogany top and rosewood fingerboard.
What replacement strings should be used?
A set of Aquila Super Nylgut strings designed for baritone ukulele is recommended for replacement. The GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle contribute to vibration transmission and intonation accuracy.
Is a case provided with the KA-15 Baritone?
A case is offered as an option; a model specifically designed for baritone ukulele is required to fit its size.
