California U•BASS®

The newest generation of California U•BASS® offers a refined approach to Kala’s original short-scale solid body bass design. Known for its quality craftsmanship, versatility, and head-turning low end, this beloved series has an established legacy among professionals in the bass industry. Every California U•BASS® is handcrafted at the Kala USA Workshop in Petaluma, California. Boasting exceptionally deep lows and outstanding craftsmanship, it makes a perfect fit for the next-level bass player. Specialty components have been added to deliver the huge low end and versatility this series is known for. Graph Tech’s HeliumX® Bridge with Ghost® Saddles provides adjustability for flawless intonation, and the LR Baggs custom preamp produces incredible bass tone with clarity in the mid-range and upper registers. Each California U•BASS® comes with a Deluxe Padded Gig Bag.

Big Leaf Maple 4-String Fretted California U•BASS® Out of Stock
UB4-MAP-FS
Big Leaf Maple 4-String Fretted California U•BASS®
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$1,499
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Big Leaf Maple 4-String Fretted California U•BASS®
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Big Leaf Maple 4-String Fretted California U•BASS®

UB4-MAP-FS

$1,499.00 MSRP

This product is temporarily unavailable online.

Understated yet elegant, the natural look of the Big Leaf Maple California U•BASS® is sure to turn heads. Literally 'going against the grain' is wh...
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Hawaiian Koa 4-String Fretted California U•BASS® Out of Stock
UB4-KOA-FS
Hawaiian Koa 4-String Fretted California U•BASS®
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$1,499
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Hawaiian Koa 4-String Fretted California U•BASS®
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Hawaiian Koa 4-String Fretted California U•BASS®

UB4-KOA-FS

$1,499.00 MSRP

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Each cut of wood selected for the Hawaiian Koa California U•BASS® features its own unique patterns and hues, making every creation a highly figured...
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Big Leaf Maple 4-String Fretless California U•BASS®
UB4-MAP-FL
Big Leaf Maple 4-String Fretless California U•BASS®
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$1,499
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Big Leaf Maple 4-String Fretless California U•BASS®
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Big Leaf Maple 4-String Fretless California U•BASS®

UB4-MAP-FL

$1,499.00 MSRP

Understated yet elegant, the natural look of the Big Leaf Maple California U•BASS® is sure to turn heads. Literally 'going against the grain' is wh...
More Details →
Hawaiian Koa 4-String Fretless California U•BASS®
UB4-KOA-FL
Hawaiian Koa 4-String Fretless California U•BASS®
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$1,499
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Hawaiian Koa 4-String Fretless California U•BASS®
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Hawaiian Koa 4-String Fretless California U•BASS®

UB4-KOA-FL

$1,499.00 MSRP

Each cut of wood selected for the Hawaiian Koa California U•BASS® features its own unique patterns and hues, making every creation a highly figured...
More Details →
Big Leaf Maple 5-String Fretted California U•BASS® Out of Stock
UB5-MAP-FS
Big Leaf Maple 5-String Fretted California U•BASS®
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$1,599
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Big Leaf Maple 5-String Fretted California U•BASS®
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Out of Stock

Big Leaf Maple 5-String Fretted California U•BASS®

UB5-MAP-FS

$1,599.00 MSRP

This product is temporarily unavailable online.

Understated yet elegant, the natural look of the Big Leaf Maple California U•BASS® is sure to turn heads. Literally 'going against the grain' is wh...
More Details →
Hawaiian Koa 5-String Fretted California U•BASS®
UB5-KOA-FS
Hawaiian Koa 5-String Fretted California U•BASS®
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$1,599
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Hawaiian Koa 5-String Fretted California U•BASS®
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Hawaiian Koa 5-String Fretted California U•BASS®

UB5-KOA-FS

$1,599.00 MSRP

Each cut of wood selected for the Hawaiian Koa California U•BASS® features its own unique patterns and hues, making every creation a highly figured...
More Details →
Big Leaf Maple 5-String Fretless California U•BASS®
UB5-MAP-FL
Big Leaf Maple 5-String Fretless California U•BASS®
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$1,599
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Big Leaf Maple 5-String Fretless California U•BASS®
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Big Leaf Maple 5-String Fretless California U•BASS®

UB5-MAP-FL

$1,599.00 MSRP

Understated yet elegant, the natural look of the Big Leaf Maple California U•BASS® is sure to turn heads. Literally 'going against the grain' is wh...
More Details →
Hawaiian Koa 5-String Fretless California U•BASS® Out of Stock
UB5-KOA-FL
Hawaiian Koa 5-String Fretless California U•BASS®
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$1,599
X
Hawaiian Koa 5-String Fretless California U•BASS®
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Out of Stock

Hawaiian Koa 5-String Fretless California U•BASS®

UB5-KOA-FL

$1,599.00 MSRP

This product is temporarily unavailable online.

Each cut of wood selected for the Hawaiian Koa California U•BASS® features its own unique patterns and hues, making every creation a highly figured...
More Details →

HeliumX® Bridge with Ghost® Saddles

These low mass saddles by GraphTech offer unmatched string vibration and harmonic transfer to the body letting the full potential of the instrument show. Versatility is also second to none, as the HeliumX® bridge is fully adjustable allowing for perfect intonation and action height.

LR Baggs EQ

Designed and manufactured exclusively for Kala, the LR Baggs active electronics system is a powerful and versatile tool in shaping any tone you can imagine. To control this system, you have a master volume knob, Treble boost/cut knob, and a Bass boost/cut knob.

Magnetic Backplate

By popular request, the California U•BASS® now comes standard with a magnetic backplate. With this upgraded feature, access for mid-set battery changes is a breeze and you can be assured that it will stay securely in place during performances and jam sessions.

Made in USA

Each California U•BASS® is handcrafted at the Kala USA Workshop in Petaluma, California.