Kala U-Bass Solid Body 5-Str FL JBK

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Kala U-Bass Solid Body 5-Str FL JBK

Kala

U-Bass Solid Body 5-Str FL JBK

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Product Info

Article Number: 584888
Brand: Kala
Model: U-Bass Solid Body 5-Str FL JBK
Category: Bass Ukuleles
Price: $493.90

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This Kala U-Bass is a seriously fun instrument. The fretless action and 5-string configuration open up a ton of possibilities for bassists and ukulele players looking for a unique voice. It's surprisingly versatile and a great entry point into the world of fretless instruments.

Product Description

  • Kala U-Bass Solid Body 5-Str FL JBK
  • 5-String Fretless Electric Bass Ukulele
  • Fretless model with lines
  • Body: Okoume
  • Neck: Bolt-on maple
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Scale: 597 mm (23.5")
  • Total length: 845 mm
  • Pickup: 1 Kala humbucker
  • Volume and tone controls
  • White pickguard
  • Enclosed bass machine heads with 1: 18 gear ratio
  • Black hardware
  • Original strings: Kala Round Wound
  • Colour: Jet Black
  • high-gloss
  • Includes gig bag
PROS
  • • Okoume body delivers a surprisingly warm and resonant tone for a U-Bass.
  • • Fretless design allows for expressive slides and vocal-like phrasing.
  • • Kala humbucker provides a thick, punchy low-end with reduced noise.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck offers stability and a comfortable, familiar feel.
CONS
  • • Okoume body, while nice sounding, can be prone to dents and scratches.
  • • 597mm scale feels cramped for bassists accustomed to longer scales.
  • • Fretless learning curve can be steep for players unfamiliar with the style.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Okoume
Back & Sides Okoume
Size Full Size (845mm)
Frets Fretless
Electronics 1 Kala Humbucker, Volume & Tone Controls
Weight Approximately 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The action will feel higher and require more precise finger placement; expect a steeper learning curve initially.
The Kala humbucker is serviceable for recording, but a higher-output pickup would provide more clarity and definition in a mix.
The 1:18 ratio provides decent tuning stability, but frequent adjustments might be necessary, especially with aggressive playing.

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