Kala Ubass Scout

A U-BASS That Has Become a Kala Reference Since 2008

Launched in 2008, the U-BASS established itself as a unique alternative: a tiny instrument capable of producing surprising bass tones. Year after year, its popularity has continued to grow among both amateur and professional musicians. Within this family, the Scout focuses on a particularly refined aesthetic, designed for the stage as well as intimate gatherings.

For Which Bassist and In What Styles?

The Kala U-BASS Scout is aimed at bassists seeking an expressive and practical instrument: perfect for light rehearsals, acoustic jams, guitar-vocal duos, or adding a bass foundation in unplugged settings. Its size and short scale are also well suited for musicians looking for comfortable playability while maintaining a strong presence in the low end. From pop to folk, including soul and acoustic contexts, it delivers a round and immediate bass.

The Sound

With a mahogany top and a warmth-oriented design, the Scout favors a dense, round, and natural tone, with present mids and a soft attack. The short scale enhances the feeling of flexibility under the fingers and contributes to the typical "punchy" character of U-BASS instruments. Plugged in, the U-BASS Active EQ electronics allow quick shaping of the signal balance to suit a PA system, amplifier, or interface, while preserving the instrument's acoustic identity. The Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle duo helps maintain clean definition and consistent note-to-note response.

Technical specifications

Type	4-string electro-acoustic bass	Nut	Graph Tech NuBone
Top	mahogany	Saddle	Graph Tech NuBone
Finish	satin	Preamp type	U-BASS Active EQ
Neck	mahogany	Accessories	comes with deluxe gig bag
Fingerboard	laurel	Note	U-BASS is a Kala exclusive
Scale length	20" / 508 mm