Something new from Kala Brand using an old recipe the old time makers knew, a 12th fret body neck join give a big full sound.

Meet the Kala KA-12-SCMH-T 12th Fret Tenor Ukulele, a fresh take on the traditional tenor that brings together a beautifully full sound and a surprisingly comfortable playing feel.  

Big tenor sound with a whole new (or is that old School) playing feel.  Mikuela from Kala explained that Kala Brands idea was to combine the bigger body of a tenor with a playing feel more like a soprano. The result? A ukulele that delivers "a much fuller sound" and "big playing out of just the simple chords that you love to play."

Overview

Kala's concert intended ukuleles have always met the body at the 14th fret. For this model, they changed it to the 12th fret, which pushes back the bridge. They adjusted the bracing which creates a warmer sound and a playing feel that's more like a soprano ukulele.

The nice thing about this is that with the bigger body and that short scale, it gives you a much fuller sound and you can expect big playing out of just the simple chords so much that you will love to play it.

A tenor built for players who want something different. Featuring a solid cedar top, and Solid African mahogany back and sides to add clarity and focus, keeping the cedar's natural warmth articulate and balanced. A slotted headstock, ebony fingerboard, and Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle round out an instrument that looks and sounds like a serious upgrade.

Ideal for: Fingerstyle players, singer-songwriters, and anyone ready to step up to an all-solid tenor with a distinctive tonal character.

Features

• 12th-Fret Neck Joint — Bridge sits deeper on the top for greater resonance and warmth
• Solid Cedar Top — Responsive and lush with rich overtones, no break-in period needed
• Solid African Mahogany Back & Sides — Focused midrange with clear projection
• Slotted Headstock — Improved string break angle for tuning stability and sustain
• Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge — Snappy attack, smooth playability
• Faux Tortoise Binding & Rope Rosette — Vintage, handcrafted aesthetic
• Graph Tech NuBone Nut & Saddle — Consistent tone transfer and intonation
• Aquila B-Black Strings — Premium strings installed and ready to play
• Satin Finish — Lets the wood breathe and resonate freely

Specifications

Measurements

Bags & Cases

Fits all Kala Tenor-sized bags and cases. As we always do for our customers a gig bag is included.

Why Buy From Ukulele Trading Co Australia

• Australian-owned and operated — we're real players, not a warehouse
• Authorised Kala dealer — genuine products with full manufacturer warranty
• Quality delivered to your door — every ukulele inspected and adjusted before dispatch
• Fast dispatch from Australia — no international shipping delays or surprise customs fees
• Expert local support — our team is here to help before and after your purchase