KA-6 Kala Gloss Mahogany Tenor 6-String Ukulele with Slotted Headstock Tenor Ukulele Australia

Kala KA-6 Gloss Mahogany Tenor 6-String Ukulele

The Kala KA-6 Gloss Mahogany Tenor 6-String Ukulele delivers the familiar feel of a tenor ukulele with a richer, more layered voice.

By doubling selected strings in octave and unison pairs, the KA-6 creates a natural chorus effect that adds shimmer, sustain and projection without changing how you play.

Built entirely from mahogany, this instrument produces a warm, balanced tone with strong midrange presence. The high-gloss finish highlights the woodgrain while adding durability, and the classic slotted headstock improves string break angle for stable tuning and clear response.

Six-string ukuleles were developed in Hawaii as players looked for a fuller sound that could carry in group settings. Kala brings that expanded tonal character to an accessible instrument, making the KA-6 an ideal upgrade for players wanting more depth while keeping standard ukulele playability.

How the 6-String Tuning Works

The KA-6 keeps standard ukulele tuning but doubles two courses.

• The C string is paired with a lower octave C
• The A string is paired with a lower octave A

This creates a gentle shimmer similar to a 12-string guitar. Chords feel wider, single notes carry more weight, and strumming gains extra movement. Importantly, your chord shapes stay exactly the same.

Sound and Playing Experience

• Fuller chord texture
• Increased sustain
• Natural chorus effect
• Strong projection for group playing
• Excellent for fingerstyle and chord melody

The KA-6 keeps the comfort of a tenor while sounding noticeably bigger.

Why Players Choose a 6-String Ukulele

• Easy upgrade from a standard tenor
• Adds depth without increasing instrument size
• Helps your playing stand out in ensembles
• Ideal for singers wanting a richer backing sound
• Great for recording and live performance

Construction Highlights

• All mahogany body for warmth and balance
• Gloss finish for durability and visual appeal
• Slotted headstock for improved string angle
• Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle for accurate intonation
• D’Addario Nyltech strings for consistent tone

Kala’s approach makes extended-course ukuleles affordable while maintaining reliable build quality.

Who This Ukulele Is For

Perfect for:

• Players ready to upgrade from their first ukulele
• Group players wanting more presence
• Fingerstyle players seeking extra sustain
• Performers wanting a distinctive tonal texture
• Anyone who enjoys the shimmer of a 12-string style sound

WHO THIS UKULELE IS BEST SUITED FOR

• Ukulele players wanting a fuller, more resonant sound

• Guitarists transitioning to ukulele who prefer added string presence

• Strummers and accompaniment players seeking extra depth and sustain

• Intermediate players looking to expand tonal range beyond standard 4-string ukes

• Players who appreciate traditional looks with enhanced sound complexity

SPECIFICATIONS

• Size: Tenor 6-String

• Top: Mahogany

• Back & Sides: Mahogany

• Binding: Cream

• Neck: Mahogany

• Finish: Gloss

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Headstock: Slotted

• Nut & Saddle: Graph Tech NuBone

• Strings: D’Addario Nyltech Tenor 6-String

• Electronics: N/A

MEASUREMENTS

• Scale Length: 16.9375 inches

• Overall Instrument Length: 26.125 inches

• Body Length: 11.75 inches

• Number of Frets: 18

• Width at Upper Bout: 6.875 inches

• Width at Lower Bout: 9.125 inches

• Width at Waist: 5.5 inches

• Body Depth: 3.0 inches

• Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1.5 inches

• Fingerboard Width at Neck/Body Joint: 1.875 inches