Kala Premier Macawood C-Ukulele

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Kala Premier Macawood C-Ukulele

Kala

Premier Macawood C-Ukulele

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 496060
Brand: Kala
Model: Premier Macawood C-Ukulele
Price: $108.90

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The Kala Premier Macawood C-Ukulele is a solid choice for players seeking a well-built, great-sounding instrument without spending a fortune. The Macawood top offers a surprisingly mellow tone that's versatile for various playing styles – from strumming along to fingerpicking. This ukulele is ideal for beginners and intermediate players who want a reliable and attractive instrument.

Product Description

  • Kala Premier Macawood C-Ukulele
  • Concert Ukulele
  • Top: Macawood
  • Back and sides: Macawood
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fretboard: Rosewood
  • Total length: 587 mm
  • Scale length: 381 mm (15")
  • Rosewood binding
  • 18 Frets
  • GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle
  • GraphTech Ratio mechanics
  • Strings: Daddario Clear Nylon
  • Finish: High gloss
  • Includes concert bag

*Note:* Register your product at https://shop.warwick.de/en/warrantyregistration and extend the guarantee to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Macawood top delivers a surprisingly warm, articulate tone.
  • • Rosewood binding adds a touch of class and enhances the instrument's projection.
  • • GraphTech hardware improves tuning stability and sustain.
  • • Mahogany neck provides comfortable playability and good resonance.
CONS
  • • High-gloss finish can be a fingerprint magnet and feel a bit plasticky.
  • • Macawood, while nice, isn't as tonally complex as Koa or figured woods.
  • • Limited fret access beyond the 12th fret might frustrate more advanced players.

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Key Features

Top Wood Macawood
Back & Sides Macawood
Size Concert (587 mm total length, 381 mm scale)
Frets 18
Electronics None
Weight Approximately 18 oz (510 g) – typical for a concert ukulele

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Frequently Asked Questions

Macawood tends to be a bit warmer and less bright than Koa, with a slightly more subdued, mellow character. It’s a good alternative if you prefer a less 'splashy' tone.
Yes, rosewood provides a smoother, slightly darker feel compared to ebony or other common fretboard woods, contributing to a comfortable playing experience.
GraphTech hardware (nut, saddle, tuners) generally leads to better tuning stability, improved sustain, and a more precise intonation – a noticeable upgrade in overall performance.

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