Kala KA-SEM RW Soprano Ukulele
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Kala
KA-SEM RW Soprano Ukulele
Product Info
Article Number:
549125
Brand:
Kala
Model:
KA-SEM RW Soprano Ukulele
Category:
Soprano Ukuleles
Price:
$141.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The KA-SEM RW is a solid entry point to the ukulele world. Its all-mahogany construction provides a pleasingly mellow tone, perfect for traditional Hawaiian music or simpler folk tunes. It's a great choice for beginners or anyone wanting an affordable, easy-to-play soprano uke.
Product Description
- Kala KA-SEM RW Soprano Ukulele
- Soprano Ukulele
- Top: Exotic mahogany
- Sides and back: Exotic mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Rosewood
- Nut and bridge: GraphTech NuBone
- Black binding
- Scale length: 342 mm
- Total length: 530 mm
- 12 Frets
- EX-factory stringing: Aquila Super Nylgut
- Colour: Natural satin
- Incl. Soprano gig bag
*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Solid mahogany top delivers a warm, resonant tone with good projection
- • GraphTech NuBone nut & bridge enhance sustain and tuning stability
- • Rosewood fretboard offers a comfortable playing experience, especially for beginners
- • Included gig bag provides basic protection and portability for travel
CONS
- • Mahogany construction, while warm, lacks the brighter sparkle of koa
- • Soprano size can be cramped for players with larger hands
- • Binding is purely cosmetic and doesn't affect the instrument’s structural integrity
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Exotic mahogany
Back & Sides
Exotic mahogany
Size
Soprano (530 mm total length)
Frets
12
Electronics
None (acoustic)
Weight
Approximately 18 oz (510 g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mahogany offers a warmer, rounder tone compared to the brighter, more articulate sound of koa. It's a matter of personal preference, but mahogany is often preferred for its mellow character.
The soprano size can feel a bit compact, but the rosewood fretboard is smooth and well-finished. Larger hands might find it a bit tight, but still playable with some adjustment.
Super Nylgut strings are known for their warm, clear tone and improved intonation compared to many cheaper nylon strings, providing a more professional feel and sound.
