Kala KA-S8E 8-String Tenor Ukulele
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Kala
KA-S8E 8-String Tenor Ukulele
Product Info
Article Number:
507219
Brand:
Kala
Model:
KA-S8E 8-String Tenor Ukulele
Category:
Alternative Design Ukuleles
Price:
$273.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The KA-S8E is a fun, unique ukulele for players wanting a fuller, richer sound. That 8-string setup adds harmonic complexity, and the onboard pickup makes it stage-ready. It's a great option for those looking to explore alternative ukulele voicings and amplified performance without breaking the bank.
Product Description
- Kala KA-S8E 8-String Tenor Ukulele
- 8-String Tenor Ukulele with Pickup
- Top: Solid spruce
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Black binding
- Scale: 428 mm (16.875")
- Total length: 654 mm
- GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle
- Frets: 18
- Kala UK-300TR electronics
- Colour: Natural high-gloss
- Strings: Aquila Super Nylgut
- Includes Tenor gig bag
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, resonant tone with good projection
- • Mahogany back and sides add warmth and sustain, balancing the spruce
- • GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle improve clarity and tuning stability
- • UK-300TR electronics offer usable amplified tones, surprisingly clean
CONS
- • The 8-string configuration can feel cramped for players with larger hands
- • Mahogany construction, while warm, can lack the sparkle of koa in certain settings
- • High-gloss finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints and smudging
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Size
Tenor
Frets
18
Electronics
Kala UK-300TR
Weight
1.4 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The increased string density requires more finger strength and dexterity, potentially feeling tighter, especially for beginners or those with larger hands.
It's a decent entry-level pickup, offering usable tones, but don't expect high-end studio quality; it's best suited for smaller gigs or practice.
Yes, laurel tends to be a bit harder and smoother than rosewood, providing a slightly faster feel and potentially a brighter tone response.
