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    Acoustic-Electric U•BASS®

    The U•BASS® by Kala is the Original, short-scale bass developed and brought to the market in 2009. Used by bass artists around the world - live and in the studio. The portable U•BASS® makes a great addition to any bassist’s arsenal. Recognized as one of the music industry’s most innovative products, the U•BASS® has received multiple BEST IN SHOW awards from publishers, retail leaders and review websites.

    Kala U•BASS® are currently played by well-known artists: Bakithi Kumalo (Paul Simon), Chris Baio (Vampire Weekend), Nik West (Prince), Nicole Row (Panic! at the Disco), Nathan East, Tony Russel (Kendrick Lamar), Doug Wimbish (Living Colour), Adam Taylor (Iration), and Philip Bynoe (Steve Vai).

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    A Solid Hawaiian Koa Top Acoustic-Electric U•BASS® shown at a right angle
    Solid Hawaiian Koa Top U•BASS®

    2 models

    from $699.00

    A Nomad Acoustic-Electric U•BASS® shown at a right angle
    Mahogany U•BASS®

    4 models

    from $199.00

    A Bakithi Kumalo Signature Acoustic-Electric U•BASS® shown at a right angle
    Bakithi Kumalo Signature U•BASS®

    1 model

    from $299.00

    A Black Journeyman Mahogany Acoustic-Electric U•BASS® with F-Holes shown at a right angle
    Journeyman U•BASS®

    2 models

    from $359.00

    A Bamboo Acoustic-Electric U•BASS® shown at a right angle
    Bamboo U•BASS®

    1 model

    from $299.00

    A Spalted Mango Acoustic-Electric Fretted U•BASS® shown at a right angle
    Exotic Wood U•BASS®

    5 models

    from $449.00

    A Exotic Mahogany Acoustic-Electric U•BASS® shown at a right angle
    Exotic Mahogany U•BASS®

    2 models

    from $449.00

    A Rumbler Mahogany Acoustic-Electric U•BASS® shown at a right angle
    Rumbler U•BASS®

    1 model

    from $349.00

    A Striped Ebony Fretless Acoustic-Electric U•BASS® shown at a right angle
    Striped Ebony U•BASS®

    3 models

    from $449.00

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