The Best Ukes and Gear For Spring Break Jams
Spring Break is not only a welcomed respite from the colder weather of winter, its an opportunity to travel and relax! It will probably not surprise you to learn that here at Kala, our favorite travel item is none other than the ukulele: portable, lightweight, quick to pick up, and fun to play!
With spring break coming up soon, we’ve taken the time to put together a guide for how to pick out your next uke with the Spring season and travel in mind. Also included in this guide is a collection of gear and apparel to help make your play experience as smooth and comfortable as possible. Now if only we could help alleviate seasonal allergies…
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TRAVEL-SAVVY
For one reason or another, these items travel well and thrive wherever you play music.
Travel Series
As the name suggests, The ultra-thin Travel line is built to go anywhere! Sleek, convenient, and easily portable, this ukulele uses the power and warmth of its Solid Spruce top and convex back to deliver a huge sound for its size. The Travel Line is the lightweight companion that goes where you do.
Learn To Play
Spring break free time is a great opportunity to learn something new! The Learn To Play Series is the perfect tool for beginners of any age to learn the ukulele. Each kit comes with everything you need to start playing the ukulele today!
Waterman
A beloved Kala staple, The Waterman® is remarkably versatile and designed as an homage to the 1950s Maccaferri ukulele. Made to accompany any outdoor adventure, the Waterman is lightweight yet durable, easy to clean, and water-resistant – it's at home anywhere, in any weather!
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COLORS IN BLOOM
Match the new life of the season with these instruments popping with personality and that fresh spring feeling.
Makala Dolphins & Sharks
The Makala® Dolphin and Makala® Shark lines make excellent first ukuleles to dive in with. Both collections comes in an assortment of colors with fun bridge designs, and a classic look that sounds great. An exceptional value to get anyone playing!
Pastel Solid Body U•BASS®
Pulling inspiration from the original California Series U•BASS®, this innovative short-scale bass is a whole new take on the U•BASS®. This assortment in particular features soft, springtime colors like Pale Pink, Sweet Cream, and Powder Blue.
Candy Shoppe
The sun is coming out and the air is a little sweeter with citrus trees starting to bloom. The Lemon Drop and So Orange Candy Shoppe ukuleles perfectly match with a sunny disposition and bright, vibrant colors sweet enough to eat!
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GEAR & APPAREL
Essential items for traveling with your ukulele and keeping it in prime condition, as well as apparel for staying cool during warmer weather.
Hard Cases
Keep your prized uke safe on the road or through airport security with a Hard Case! Made with padding on the inside and a sturdy exterior, these won’t let a scratch happen!
Tuner
The last thing you want is to arrive at your destination and discover your uke is out of tune without a way to fix it! Kala clip-on tuners are rechargeable, easy to read, and work no matter your instrument – ukulele, bass, guitar and more!
T-Shirts & Merch
Keep cool (temperature and fashion-wise) with Kala t-shirts and merch! All designed in house, our shirts are comfy and unique. Complete the look with plenty of accessories like hats, pins, and more!
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Wherever your spring break takes you – the beach, the woods, or your backyard – don't forget to relax and enjoy the sights of new growth, the smell of freshly blooming flowers, and the sounds of music. Enjoy your break!
