Kala KA-8 Eight String Tenor Ukulele w/ Gig Bag

The Kala KA-8 Eight String Tenor Ukulele is a stunning instrument that blends traditional craftsmanship with a bold, unique sound. Featuring a mahogany body with a high-gloss finish and eight strings arranged in pairs, this tenor ukulele delivers a lush, chorus-like tone full of chime, jangle, and resonance. Perfect for players looking to expand their sound palette, the KA-8 is both eye-catching and inspiring.

Sound

The KA-8 is designed to create a sound similar to a 12-string guitar, producing a natural chorus effect.

• G and C strings: doubled with octave pairs.

• E and A strings: doubled in unison.
  

  This configuration gives the instrument a full, rich, and unique sound, perfect for strumming, picking, and creating dynamic textures. Its tone is warm, mellow, and resonant—yet bright enough to cut through with clarity.

Looks

• Traditional white binding on top and back.

• Gloss mahogany finish for a polished, classic style.

• Chrome die-cast tuners for reliable tuning stability.

• Striking appearance with a professional, high-quality build.

Playability

• Plays just like a standard four-string ukulele—pairs of strings are fretted and strummed as one.

• Comfortable tenor size provides a bigger, more resonant sound.

• Great for players seeking something fresh while keeping the familiarity of GCEA tuning.

Key Features

• Size: Tenor (8-string)

• Top, Back & Sides: Mahogany

• Binding: White (top & back)

• Neck: Mahogany

• Finish: Gloss

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Nut & Saddle: Graph Tech NuBone®

• Strings: Aquila Nylgut® (8-string configuration)

• Tuners: Chrome Die-Cast

Specifications

• Scale Length: 16.875 inches

• Overall Length: 25.75 inches

• Body Length: 11.75 inches

• Upper Bout Width: 7.0 inches

• Lower Bout Width: 9.3125 inches

• Waist Width: 5.625 inches

• Body Depth: 3.125 inches

• Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1.375 inches

• Fingerboard Width at Neck/Body Joint: 1.8125 inches

Inclusions

• Free Kala Gig Bag (perfectly fitted for tenor size)

• Free Online 1-to-1 Private Lesson with a professional ukulele teacher ($39 value)

• Free Carbon Neutral Postage in Australia

• 60-Day Love It or Return It Guarantee

• 12-Month Kala Manufacturer Warranty

• Local, Australian-owned business with expert customer support

Why Choose the Kala KA-8?

✔ Unique 8-string sound – chorus-like tone with warmth and depth.
✔ Beautiful mahogany body with gloss finish.
✔ Plays like a 4-string but offers more tonal complexity.
✔ Perfect for performers, collectors, and enthusiasts seeking something different.
✔ Quality you can trust from Kala, one of the world’s most respected ukulele makers.

✨ Order your Kala KA-8 Eight String Tenor Ukulele today and enjoy the lush, resonant tones of this one-of-a-kind instrument.