Kala KA-BNJ-MHG-C Concert Ukulele
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Kala
KA-BNJ-MHG-C Concert Ukulele
Product Info
Article Number:
576636
Brand:
Kala
Model:
KA-BNJ-MHG-C Concert Ukulele
Category:
Alternative Design Ukuleles
Price:
$262.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Kala banjo ukulele is a blast – it's got that distinctive banjo twang blended with the warmth of mahogany. It's perfect for players wanting a unique, Americana vibe, or those looking to add a little something different to their ukulele repertoire. The build quality is solid for the price point, and it's surprisingly fun to play.
Product Description
- Kala KA-BNJ-MHG-C Concert Ukulele
- Banjo Concert Ukulele
- Americana series
- Remo Weatherking banjo head
- Back and Sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale: 381 mm (15")
- Total length: 616 mm
- Nut: Graph Tech NuBone
- White binding
- 18 Nickel silver frets
- Maple bridge with Ebony saddle
- Open machine heads with white knobs
- Colour: Natural satin
- Strings: Aquila Super Nylgut strings
- Incl. Banjolele gig bag
PROS
- • Remo Weatherking head delivers a bright, punchy, banjo-like tone.
- • Mahogany construction provides warmth and a pleasing mid-range focus.
- • Graph Tech NuBone nut improves tuning stability and sustain.
- • Rosewood fingerboard offers a comfortable playing experience with good articulation.
CONS
- • The banjo head can be a bit sensitive to humidity changes, requiring occasional tuning.
- • The open-gear tuners aren't as precise as geared ones, demanding careful adjustments.
- • While versatile, it's inherently limited in tonal range compared to a standard ukulele.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Mahogany
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Size
Concert (381 mm scale)
Frets
18
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 1.3 lbs (595g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Weatherking head significantly increases volume and projection, making it ideal for jams or performance without amplification.
Changing strings is fairly straightforward, though the banjo head's tension might require a bit more care than standard ukulele strings.
It captures some of the banjo's character but lacks the full-bodied resonance; it's great for Americana but not a direct bluegrass replacement.
