Kala Makala Indonesian Acacia Tenor

Makala Indonesian Acacia: a renewed style for a must-have entry-level series

The Makala series is known for offering accessible instruments without sacrificing the essentials: coherent craftsmanship, easy playability, and an immediately musical sound. With the Indonesian Acacia collection, Kala brings a new look to this philosophy, focusing on a warmer and more homogeneous aesthetic thanks to the acacia used throughout the body. The result: a tenor ukulele with a strong character, designed for those who want an inspiring instrument for everyday use, whether at home, in class, or at rehearsals.

For whom and for which styles?

This tenor ukulele is primarily aimed at beginners seeking a comfortable and stable format, but also at intermediate players who want a reliable instrument to progress (arpeggios, more nuanced rhythms, chords with extensions). The tenor generally offers more left-hand space, which helps with chord transitions, light barre chords, and more complex positions.

Regarding styles, its warm personality centered on the midrange makes it very comfortable in acoustic pop, folk, reggae, chanson, and vocal accompaniment. It also works very well for fingerstyle playing: the attack remains clear, the notes sing, and the sustain favors both simple melodic phrases and more elaborate arrangements.

Sound

The uniqueness of this model comes from the choice of Indonesian acacia for the top, back, and sides. On a ukulele, the top wood species greatly influences the response: here, the acacia provides a warm tone, with emphasized mids that give presence to the chords. This midrange emphasis helps the instrument stay clear even when playing energetic strumming, while maintaining a pleasant softness on lighter attacks.

The tenor format favors a fuller body sensation: the projection feels more "open," and the notes tend to sustain longer, which is particularly appreciated in arpeggios and melodic playing. The Aquila B-Blacks strings contribute to this impression, with a soft touch and generous sustain, ideal for letting chords breathe and achieving a beautiful continuity between notes.

Finally, the open-pore satin finish lets the instrument "breathe": the feel is natural, less varnished to the touch, and the overall look gains visual authenticity. The light acacia purfling on the top adds an elegant, discreet yet distinctive touch that highlights the wood grain.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of this tenor ukulele, you might consider a chromatic tuner (useful both at home and on stage) and, when the time comes, a set of Aquila B-Blacks strings for tenor ukulele to maintain the original feel and response.

Technical specifications

Type	tenor	Scale length	43.18 cm, i.e. 17" / 432 mm
Top	Indonesian acacia	Nut	plastic
Finish	open-pore satin	Saddle	plastic
Neck	acacia	Strings	Aquila B-Blacks
Fingerboard	rosewood