Kala Surf Wipeout Ukulele

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Kala Surf Wipeout Ukulele

Kala

Surf Wipeout Ukulele

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 495740
Brand: Kala
Model: Surf Wipeout Ukulele
Price: $152.90

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The Kala Surf Wipeout is a solid choice for beginner to intermediate players looking for a reliable, well-balanced concert ukulele. The spruce top provides a clear voice, while the mahogany body adds a touch of warmth – it's a really versatile instrument, great for strumming chords and exploring simple melodies. This ukulele is especially appealing to those starting out or seeking a dependable practice instrument.

Product Description

  • Kala Surf Wipeout Ukulele
  • Concert Ukulele
  • Spruce top
  • Mahogany sides and back
  • Mahogany neck
  • Rosewood fretboard
  • Scale length: 376 mm
  • Total length: 608 mm
  • 18 Frets
  • GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle
  • Semi-gloss surface
  • Strings: Aquila Super Nylgut
  • Design: Wipeout
  • Includes carrying bag

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

PROS
  • • Spruce top delivers a bright, articulate tone with good projection.
  • • Mahogany back and sides add warmth and sustain, balancing the brightness.
  • • GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle improve tuning stability and enhance tone transfer.
  • • Aquila Super Nylgut strings offer a comfortable feel and a classic ukulele sound.
CONS
  • • Semi-gloss finish might feel a bit plasticky to some players' preference.
  • • Limited fret access beyond the 12th fret restricts advanced playing styles.
  • • Mahogany construction, while warm, isn't as resonant as koa at this price point.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides Mahogany
Size Concert
Frets 18
Electronics None (Acoustic)
Weight Approximately 1.4 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Wipeout's spruce/mahogany combination offers a brighter, more focused sound than all-koa, which tends to be richer and more complex. It's a trade-off – the Wipeout is clearer, while the koa models have more inherent depth.
The neck profile is fairly standard, but the 376mm scale length is a little shorter than some full-size guitars, which can feel a bit cramped for those with very large hands. It’s manageable, but not ideal.
You absolutely need to register the ukulele on the Warwick website – the link is provided in the description. Failing to do so voids the extended warranty, so don’t skip that step!

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