AudioFu Chart · November 2026
Best Kala Baritone Ukuleles 2026
The top pick is Kala MK-B Makala Series Baritone Ukulele ($133). Kala KA-B Baritone Ukulele leads the high end. Ranked by the AudioFu Index from 16 models, prices checked every night.
Last updated: November 11, 2026
Top 10
Full detail for the 10 highest AudioFu Index scores. Every other model is listed below.
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Kala MK-B Makala Series Baritone Ukulele
Makala MK-B Baritone Ukulele · Kala
10 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale510 mm (20.08")
- Frets18 frets
- FingerboardRosewood fingerboard
You get a baritone ukulele made of mahogany, with a rosewood fingerboard and 18 nickel silver frets. It has a 510 mm scale and comes with a gig bag, so you can carry it easily. It suits you if you want a larger ukulele in a natural satin finish.
Pros
- Mahogany top, back, sides and neck give a consistent wood build
- Rosewood fingerboard paired with 18 nickel silver frets
- Comes with a baritone gig bag (UB-B) included
Cons
- Plastic nut and bridge rather than bone or other materials
79AudioFu
Index↓ 7.8%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$145 · Aug 17$133 now$133€119 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Scale514 mm (20.24")
- Frets19 frets
- FingerboardEbony fingerboard
This is a baritone ukulele, so it tunes lower than a regular uke and has a longer scale. It has a solid mahogany top, back and sides, with an ebony fingerboard and bone nut and saddle. If you want a ukulele with a lower range and a solid wood build, you'll find it a good fit.
Pros
- Solid mahogany top, back and sides give the body a solid wood build
- Mahogany neck paired with an ebony fingerboard for a smooth playing surface
- Nickel silver frets and bone nut and saddle add classic, durable parts
79AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$504 now$504€449 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Kala KA-B Baritone Ukulele
KA-CT-SA-BG Baritone Ukulele · Kala
13 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale514 mm (20.24")
- Frets19 frets
- FingerboardEbony fingerboard
If you want a ukulele that plays a bit lower than the usual kind, this baritone is worth a look. It has a solid acacia top, back, and sides, plus a mahogany neck and an ebony fingerboard. It also comes with a gig bag, so it is easy to carry to practice or a jam.
Pros
- Solid acacia top, back and sides give it an all-acacia build
- Mahogany neck paired with an ebony fingerboard
- Bone nut and saddle for a clean string path
Cons
- At a 20.25" scale and 779 mm total length, it is bigger than a standard ukulele
79AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$604 now$604€539 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Kala KA-B Baritone Ukulele
CT-SSRW-BG-C Baritone Ukulele · Kala
13 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale514 mm (20.24")
- Frets19 frets
- FingerboardEbony fingerboard
This is a baritone ukulele with a solid spruce top and solid rosewood back and sides. It has a 20.25 inch scale, bone nut and saddle, and comes with a gig bag. It suits you if you want the lower, bigger range of a baritone and a bag to carry it in.
Pros
- Solid spruce top gives the body a solid wood foundation
- Solid rosewood back and sides with purpleheart binding for a finished look
- Bone nut and saddle with 19 nickel silver frets
Cons
- The 20.25 inch scale makes it a larger instrument than a standard ukulele
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Kala KA-B Baritone Ukulele
KALA KA-BE Baritone Ukulele · Kala
13 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale509 mm (20.04")
- Frets18 frets
This is a baritone ukulele made of mahogany, with a rosewood fretboard, a built-in Kala pickup, and a gig bag included. It is tuned lower than a standard ukulele, so it suits you if you want a deeper sound or plan to plug into an amp. If you want an instrument you can play and plug in right away, this one is a good pick.
Pros
- Mahogany top, back, sides and neck give it an all-mahogany build
- Built-in Kala UK-300TR electronics let you plug straight into an amp
- GraphTech NuBone nut and bridge give the strings a smooth-running path
Cons
- Scale length of 20.06 inches is longer than a standard ukulele, so chord shapes may feel different at first
76AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$290 now$290€259 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Scale509 mm (20.04")
- Frets18 frets
If you want a baritone ukulele with a striking exotic wood look, this one fits the bill. It has a ziricote top, back and sides, a mahogany neck, and a rosewood fretboard, plus 18 frets and a GraphTech NuBone nut and bridge. Because it has no electronics listed, it suits you best if you play it acoustically and want the larger baritone size with a bag included.
Pros
- Ziricote top and back and sides give it a distinctive exotic wood look
- Mahogany neck paired with a rosewood fretboard
- GraphTech NuBone nut and bridge included from the factory
Cons
- Acoustic only, with no pickup or electronics listed
- Baritone scale of 20.06 inches is larger than a standard soprano or concert ukulele
76AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$358 now$358€319 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Scale510 mm (20.08")
- FingerboardRosewood fingerboard
If you want a baritone ukulele with solid mahogany wood and a pickup for plugging in, this one fits the bill. It has a 20-inch scale, so it plays a bit like a small guitar, and it comes with a gig bag so you can take it along. It suits a player who wants a plugged-in uke with a solid mahogany build.
Pros
- Solid mahogany top, back and sides give it a classic wood build
- Fishman Kula System pickup lets you plug it into an amp or PA
- Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle for a bone-style nut and saddle
Cons
- At 510 mm scale and 768 mm total length, it is a large ukulele for small hands
76AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$470 now$470€419 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Kala KA-BE Mahogany Baritone Ukulele
KA-B Satin Mahogany Baritone · Kala
7 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale509 mm (20.04")
- Frets18 frets
If you want a baritone ukulele with a natural satin mahogany look, this one is worth a look. It has mahogany on the top, back, sides and neck, a rosewood fretboard, and 18 frets. It comes with a baritone gig bag and Aquila Super Nylgut strings, so you can start playing right away.
Pros
- Mahogany top, back, sides and neck give a classic all-wood build
- Rosewood fretboard with cream binding adds a classic look
- GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle help the strings sit well
67AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$201 now$201€179 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Kala KA-BE Mahogany Baritone Ukulele
KA-BG Gloss Mahogany Baritone · Kala
7 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale509 mm (20.04")
- Frets18 frets
If you want a baritone ukulele with an all-mahogany build and a high gloss natural finish, this one is worth a look. Its longer scale gives you more room on the neck than a standard ukulele, so it suits you if you want a little more space to play. It comes with a bag and Aquila Super Nylgut strings already fitted, so you can start playing right away.
Pros
- Mahogany top, back and sides give it an all-mahogany build
- Mahogany neck with a rosewood fretboard
- GraphTech NuBone bridge and ABS Composite nut for string seating
Cons
- Its 509 mm (20 1/16") scale length is longer than a standard ukulele, so it may feel different at first
67AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$223 now$223€199 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Scale510 mm (20.08")
- Frets19 frets
- BodyMahogany body
- FingerboardRosewood fingerboard
This baritone uke offers a deep sound thanks to its mahogany body and wound strings. The Graph Tech hardware keeps playability smooth. It suits players wanting a bigger voice without needing extra gear.
Pros
- Solid mahogany body and neck for a warm tone.
- Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle for smooth action.
- Wound D and G strings add low-end depth.
Cons
- No electronics listed for amplification options.
- Total length is quite long for standard players.
54AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$167 now$167€149 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗
All 16 baritone ukuleles
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Kala Solid Spruce Travel BaritoneKala51Stable$358€319$358€319Check ↗
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Kala KA-CM-BE Curly Mango Barit UkeKala51Stable$380€339$380€339Check ↗
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Kala KA-TEAK-B Teak Bariton UkuleleKala48Stable$156€139$156€139Check ↗
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Kala Teak Tri-Top Baritone UkuleleKala48Stable$212€189$212€189Check ↗
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Kala KA-TEAK-BE Baritone UkuleleKala48Stable$223€199$223€199Check ↗
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Kala Baritone Ukulele with CutawayKala48Stable$649€579$649€579Check ↗
Baritone Ukuleles by the numbers
Measured across all 45 models we track, not a sample.
Median $358 — half of all baritone ukuleles here cost less.
median of 32 models · 485 mm (19.09")–514 mm (20.24")
median of 35 models · 18–19
median of 22 models · 38 mm (1.5")–38 mm (1.5")
most common · 26 models
How to choose the best baritone ukuleles
Tone
Kala baritones often lean towards a warmer, more mellow tone than some competitors, thanks to their frequently using mahogany or laminate woods. It's a great foundation for fingerpicking and laid-back grooves, but you might need to EQ to really cut through a full band - that low-end thump needs to be controlled.
Build Quality
The entry-level models are solid, but you'll notice a significant jump in quality and consistency with their higher-end offerings. Solid wood tops (like spruce or mahogany) versus laminate construction really change the sustain and responsiveness, and the finish work is noticeably better.
Neck Profile & Playability
Kala's neck profiles are generally comfortable, erring on the side of a slightly thicker feel which is nice for players with larger hands. Action tends to be reasonable out of the box, but a quick setup can really unlock the instrument's potential - especially important if you're playing live and need that responsiveness.
Aesthetics & Design
Kala isn't necessarily pushing boundaries with radical designs, but their aesthetic is consistently appealing. They offer a wide range of finishes and wood combinations, from classic looks to some really striking exotic options, which can be a big factor for stage presence.
Electronics (on models with pickups)
Kala's pickup systems are functional, but they're not going to blow you away. Expect a clean, fairly neutral voicing - meaning you'll likely need to dial in some EQ to get it sounding right for your specific amp or PA. Headroom is decent, but don't expect a ton of breakup or distortion from the preamp itself.
Buying guide
Okay, so you're looking at baritone ukes - smart move. They're not your typical soprano; we're talking guitar-adjacent territory here. Kala's really been the dominant force in baritone uke accessibility and design, and for good reason. Let's break down what makes their baritone offerings tick, and which one's gonna serve your needs best, whether it's laying down mellow grooves or cutting through a band mix.
Don't chase the flashiest finishes if you're serious about tone. Solid wood tops make a world of difference - the difference between a muted thud and a singing resonance. Entry-level models are fine for bedroom practice, but if you're gigging regularly, invest in something with better build quality and a more comfortable neck; a little extra cash goes a long way in avoiding frustration.
And seriously, get a setup - it's the single biggest improvement you can make to any instrument's playability.
How the AudioFu Index works
Five measured signals and nothing else — no stars from strangers, no “tested by experts” we didn’t do. The weights are fixed and public. We don’t play these instruments; we measure the market around them.
This chart covers 16 baritone ukuleles from the Thomann catalogue (of 45 in the category). Before you buy, read hands-on reviews and, where you can, play it. Full methodology.
AudioFu earns a commission when you buy through our Thomann links. It never changes the order — the index does.
- Demand40%
How many of this exact model are for sale on Reverb right now — what musicians actually buy and resell.
- Lineup20%
How many finishes Thomann stocks — makers expand the models that sell.
- Price15%
Where the price has moved since we started tracking in August.
- Specs15%
How completely the maker documents it.
- Maker10%
How deep the brand’s range is in this category.
Questions
What's the difference between a Kala baritone and a tenor?
Baritones are tuned like the four lowest strings of a guitar (DGBE), and are significantly larger - typically around 23-27 inches in scale length. Tenors are smaller and tuned like a standard ukulele (GCEA).
Are Kala baritones good for recording?
Absolutely, but be mindful of that low-end. A good mic and some EQ can tame the boominess and bring out the warmth. They record well for mellow acoustic tracks and can even be surprisingly versatile with some effects.
Can I use guitar strings on a Kala baritone?
While it's technically possible, it's not recommended. The neck wasn't designed for the increased tension, and you risk damage. Stick with ukulele-specific baritone strings.
Which Kala baritone is best for live performance?
The models with solid wood tops and good intonation are your best bet - something like the Kala Elite or the AB Series. You'll need that clarity and sustain to cut through the mix. A pickup system is almost essential too.
What's the deal with Kala's laminate vs. solid wood baritones?
Laminate is more durable and less prone to cracking in varying humidity, making it a good budget option. Solid wood resonates better, offering more volume, sustain, and a richer tone - but it's also more sensitive to environmental changes.
