Kala KA-SB-EBY-T Tenor Ukulele
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Kala
KA-SB-EBY-T Tenor Ukulele
Product Info
Article Number:
590646
Brand:
Kala
Model:
KA-SB-EBY-T Tenor Ukulele
Category:
Tenor Ukuleles
Price:
$430.10
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Kala SB-EBY-T is a seriously impressive tenor. The ebony top gives it a crisp, clear voice that cuts through a mix, and the active electronics make it stage-ready without feedback issues. It’s a premium-priced option ideal for gigging musicians wanting a professional sound and amplified versatility.
Product Description
- Kala KA-SB-EBY-T Tenor Ukulele
- Tenor Ukulele
- Ideal for feedback-free stage performance and for use with amps and effects
- Top: Ebony (Striped)
- Body: Okoume
- Neck: Okoume
- Fingerboard: Fibre composite
- Nut and saddle: Bone
- Body size: Tenor
- Total length: 654 mm
- Scale: 429 mm
- 18 Frets
- Open machine heads with black buttons
- Silk-matte finish
- Solid Body Active EQ Electronics
- Controls for volume and tone
- Strings: D’Addario Clear Nylon with Low G
- Includes padded custom Kala gig bag in Stone Grey
PROS
- • Ebony top delivers a focused, articulate tone with surprising projection.
- • Okoume body provides warmth and resonance, balancing the ebony's brightness.
- • Active EQ and onboard preamp enable excellent stage volume and effect integration.
- • Fibre composite fingerboard resists fret buzz and maintains consistent playability.
CONS
- • The composite fingerboard, while stable, lacks the feel of traditional wood.
- • Okoume, while nice, isn't a top-tier tonewood like Koa or Mahogany.
- • The silk-matte finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can be prone to fingerprints.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Striped Ebony
Back & Sides
Okoume
Size
Tenor
Frets
18
Electronics
Solid Body Active EQ with Volume & Tone Controls
Weight
1.3 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ebony is denser, resulting in a brighter, more focused tone with improved clarity and sustain compared to the warmer, more mellow sound of mahogany.
Yes, the simple volume and tone controls are straightforward to dial in quickly, offering a good level of flexibility without complex settings.
It offers excellent stability and resists humidity changes, minimizing fret buzz, but lacks the traditional wood feel—some players may prefer the texture of rosewood.
