Kala Solid Body Maple, Tenor, With Bag

The Kala Solid Body: a different way to approach the ukulele

With its Solid Body collection, Kala brings the ukulele into an environment usually occupied by the electric guitar and bass. The principle remains familiar: nylon strings, light tension and a playing feel true to the spirit of the instrument. The difference lies in its solid-body construction, designed to make amplification the starting point for playing, rather than simply an additional feature.

This Flame Maple version stands out with its flamed maple top, whose tiger-striped patterns give the wood a strong visual presence. It retains the ukulele's sonic identity while opening the door to more electric treatments. It is a particularly interesting option for integrating this instrument into an amplified group, without confining it to a traditional acoustic role.

A tenor format for stage musicians and sound explorers

This Kala tenor electric ukulele is aimed both at intermediate players looking to move onto the stage and experienced musicians seeking new textures. Beginners can also find their bearings on it, provided they plan for suitable amplification to take full advantage of its design. The touch of the nylon strings remains accessible and preserves a light playing feel.

The low G setup provides welcome support for chords and makes it possible to explore melodic lines in a lower register than with a high G. Pop, amplified folk, reggae, solo arrangements or more experimental compositions: the tenor format lends itself to a wide range of uses. On stage, the volume and tone controls allow the sonic balance to be adjusted quickly without interrupting the performance.

A clear voice, ready for direct sound and effects

The character specified for this model prioritizes a clear and assertive sound, a useful foundation for keeping chords and arpeggios articulate. The flamed maple top is paired with an okoumé back and sides, as well as a neck made from the same wood. Here, these woods are part of a solid-body electric construction: this is not an acoustic body whose top alone provides sound projection.

The active pickup sends the performance to the amplifier, while the volume and tone controls allow the level and overall color to be adjusted. The tone control is particularly useful for seeking a softer sound or retaining more presence depending on the accompaniment. This electronics section offers a direct approach, without multiplying the controls when you want to move quickly from one song to another.

With a clean sound, the instrument retains a ukulele personality, with the articulation and flexibility characteristic of nylon strings. Combined with chorus, delay or external distortion, it can take on a much more textured role in an arrangement. The absence of an acoustic soundbox reduces sensitivity to feedback, an advantage when working with effects and playing in an amplified setting.

Recommended compatible accessories

A Kala Stone Grey padded gig bag suitable for the instrument is supplied for transport. Kala also specifies that this model is compatible with all of its tenor-size gig bags and cases. To retain the original playing setup when replacing the strings, choose a set of D'Addario clear nylon strings intended for tenor ukulele, with a low G string. Be sure to check this configuration, which differs from a high G set.

Technical specifications

Category	Ukulele	Fingerboard	Composite wood
Format	tenor	Electroacoustic	No
Left handed	No	Color	Natural
Strings	nylon	Finishing	Satin
Top	Flamed maple	Hardware	Chromed
Back&Sides	Okoumé

Instrument type	solid-body electric ukulele.	Bridge saddle	bone.
Model	Kala Solid Body Flame Maple.	Tuning machines	open-gear, chrome and black.
Back and sides	okoume.	Pickup	active pickup.
Neck	okoume.	Electronics	active EQ with volume and tone controls.
Key	composite fiber.	String configuration	low G.
Headstock	standard.	Included accessory	Kala Stone Grey padded gig bag designed for this ukulele.
Headstock nut	bone.	Transport compatibility	all Kala tenor-size gig bags and cases.