Kala U-Bass Scout Fretless 4 NT
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Kala
U-Bass Scout Fretless 4 NT
Product Info
Article Number:
593465
Brand:
Kala
Model:
U-Bass Scout Fretless 4 NT
Category:
Bass Ukuleles
Price:
$372.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Kala Scout Fretless is a seriously cool, portable bass option. Its fretless design and active electronics deliver a surprising amount of thump, and the mahogany body gives it a warm, organic tone. It's perfect for gigging musicians needing a travel-friendly bass or anyone wanting a unique, expressive instrument.
Product Description
- Kala U-Bass Scout 4 NT
- Fretless Bass Ukulele with Pickup
- Fretless
- Top: Mahogany
- Back and Sides: Mahogany
- Venetian cutaway
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Nut: Graph Tech NuBone composite plastic
- Scale: 539 mm
- Total length: 745 mm
- Cream-coloured binding
- Active U-Bass electronics
- Black custom die cast machine heads
- Strings: Aquila Thunderblack
- Colour: Natural satin matt
- Includes Ukulele bass bag
PROS
- • Mahogany construction delivers warm, woody tones ideal for soulful genres
- • Fretless design enables smooth slides and expressive vibrato
- • Active U-Bass electronics provide surprisingly powerful low-end response
- • Rosewood fingerboard offers comfortable playability and a classic feel
CONS
- • Mahogany can be susceptible to humidity changes affecting intonation
- • Fretless learning curve can be steep for players accustomed to frets
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to a full-sized bass or other instruments
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Mahogany
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Size
Scout (compact)
Frets
Fretless
Electronics
Active U-Bass
Weight
Approximately 4.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The U-Bass technology uses a polycarbonated membrane instead of nylon strings, extending the scale length and creating much lower frequencies, resulting in a deeper, more bass-like sound.
It requires a different approach than fretted instruments, demanding more precise finger placement and ear training; it's rewarding but takes practice.
Mahogany provides a warm, balanced tone with good sustain; it’s a relatively dense wood, contributing to a solid feel and decent projection.
