Kala Solid Spruce Top-Mahogany Long Neck Soprano

A Combination of Woods at the Heart of the Kala Range

This ukulele belongs to the Kala series combining a solid spruce top with a mahogany back and sides. This family highlights a natural aesthetic: the light, understated appearance of spruce contrasts with the warmer hues of mahogany. The black binding accentuates the contours of the body without drawing attention away from the wood.

The glossy finishing completes the package with an elegant presentation. Within this range, the long-neck soprano configuration is a distinctive option: it retains the soprano body size while featuring an extended neck. It is therefore aimed at players who enjoy compact instruments but want to explore different ergonomics without moving to a larger body.

A Compact Size for Accompanying Singing and Exploring Melodic Playing

This acoustic ukulele can suit both a motivated beginner and a musician already familiar with plucked-string instruments. Its appeal lies in the combination of a compact body and a long neck. For a guitarist curious about the ukulele or a player looking to vary their playing feel, this configuration deserves particular attention.

Pop and folk accompaniment, as well as chord-based songs, naturally fit this instrument. The clarity of spruce also lends itself to arpeggios and short melodic lines, when every note needs to remain clearly defined. It therefore allows players to alternate between light rhythmic playing to support the voice and more detailed fingerstyle playing.

With no built-in electronics, this model is designed for entirely acoustic use. It is well suited to personal practice and intimate musical gatherings. For amplified use, an external pickup solution will be required: no onboard microphone or preamp is specified in its configuration.

A Clear Sound Balanced by the Warmth of Mahogany

The solid spruce soundboard plays a central role in this ukulele's response. This wood is valued for its crisp attack and its ability to reproduce the nuances of the player's technique. On strummed chords, it encourages a bright expression; on individually plucked notes, it helps maintain definition and clear articulation.

The mahogany back and sides complement this character with a generally warmer color, particularly in the midrange. The combination of spruce and mahogany therefore seeks a balance between precision and roundness. It makes it possible to approach lively accompaniment without sacrificing a certain softness when the right-hand attack is lightened.

The soprano body contributes to the compact, direct response characteristic of this size. Projection and sustain also depend on playing intensity, setup and the acoustics of the venue. Graph Tech NuBone saddles contribute to transmitting vibrations at the strings' contact points, while Aquila Super Nylgut strings complete this acoustic setup.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

For transport, the Kala UC-S and HC-CHAR-S soprano-size cases are specified as compatible. This model is also suitable for most Kala soprano- and concert-size gig bags and cases, but this indication does not apply to every model. The long neck means that exact compatibility should be checked before choosing another protective option. A soft cloth can also be used to easily maintain the glossy finishing after use.

Technical specifications

Category	Ukulele	Fingerboard	Rosewood
Format	soprano	Electroacoustic	No
Left handed	No	Color	Natural
Strings	nylon	Finishing	Glossy
Top	Spruce	Hardware	Chromed
Back&Sides	Mahogany

Instrument type	acoustic ukulele.	Headstock	standard.
Size	long-neck soprano.	Nut	Graph Tech NuBone.
Back and sides	mahogany.	Bridge saddle	Graph Tech NuBone.
Binding	black.	Electronics	none.
Neck	mahogany.	Transport compatibility	most Kala soprano- and concert-size gig bags and cases.
Key	rosewood.	Specific compatibility with the UC-S and HC-CHAR-S models	soprano size only.