KA-CT-SSRW-BG-C Kala Contour Series Solid Spruce Top/Rosewood Baritone Cutaway Ukulele W/Gigbag

The Kala Contour series makes its debut in Australia, showcasing an innovative baritone design.

The baritone ukulele has been with us since the 1940s and has changed very little since then.

Being tuned to DGBE, it was intended to be larger and deeper in tone than traditional ukuleles , filling a niche between ukuleles and guitars. 

Unchanged, that is, until the Kala designers decided to bring baritones into the 21st century, fusing together classic and modern ukulele style philosophies.

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Featuring a solid spruce top, the KA-CT-SSRW-BG-C baritone ukulele delivers clear tones and crisp resonance, complemented by rosewood back and sides for a balanced low-end sound.

Accentuating its elegance, purple heart binding, and a two-tone "Eclipse" rosette add contemporary flair to this classic instrument.

With a Venetian cutaway and contoured comfort edge, playability is enhanced, aligning with the uke's modern aesthetic.

The solid spruce top provides a clean look, great attack and resonance, and ensures pristine sound quality from the high end.

The rosewood back and sides offer clarity and a balanced low end.

With features like a reimagined slotted headstock design and a unique eclipse wood rosette, this model seamlessly blends classic and modern ukulele styles.

Six reasons Kala Brand ukuleles are world-renowned for quality and durability. Real instruments designed and constructed to last a lifetime and be passed down through the generations.

1. Neck: Mahogany: Mahogany is a popular choice for neck construction due to its stability, durability, and tonal characteristics. It provides a warm and rich tone, and its strength helps to resist warping or bending over time.

2. Finish: Gloss: A gloss finish not only enhances the appearance of the instrument but also provides protection against wear and tear. It adds a smooth and lustrous surface that can improve playability by reducing friction on the neck and body.

3. Fingerboard: Ebony: Ebony is prized for its density and durability, making it an excellent material for fingerboards. It offers a smooth and responsive surface for fretting, allowing for precise intonation and comfortable playability. Additionally, ebony is known for its elegant appearance and contributes to the overall aesthetic of the instrument.

4. Headstock: Slotted: A slotted headstock design can improve tuning stability and string tension by reducing the angle of the strings as they pass over the nut. This can result in smoother tuning adjustments and improved sustain, enhancing the overall performance of the instrument.

5. Nut & Saddle: Bone: Bone is a traditional material used for nuts and saddles due to its excellent acoustic properties. It provides a firm and resonant contact point for the strings, which can enhance sustain, clarity, and overall tone. Additionally, bone is durable and tends to wear more slowly than synthetic materials, ensuring long-lasting performance.

6. Truss Rod: A truss rod is a metal rod embedded in the neck of the instrument, which allows for adjustments to the neck's curvature. This feature is essential for maintaining proper neck relief, ensuring optimal playability and preventing issues such as fret buzz or string buzzing. A truss rod enables players to fine-tune the instrument to their preferred playing style and environmental conditions.

Bag and Case Information

Includes Contour Series deluxe gig bag.
Currently, there are no hard case options available

Specs

Measurements

Scale Length: 20.25 inches, Overall Instrument Length: 30.6875 inches, Body Length: 14.25 inches, Number of Frets: 19, Width at Upper Bout: 7.9375 inches, Width at Lower Bout: 11.125 inches, Width at Waist: 7.0 inches, Body Depth: 3.0 inches, Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1.5 inches, Fingerboard width at neck/body joint: 1.625 inches