Bakithi Kumalo has been a proud endorsee of the Kala U-BASS® for over a decade. Longtime collaborator and bassist for Paul Simon, Bakithi’s world-renowned work for 1985’s Graceland in South Africa launched his lifelong career as bassist, studio musician, and composer. As a new milestone, Bakithi and Kala have designed his very own Signature Acoustic-Electric U-BASS® to help share his unique sound and philosophy as a bassist with players of any level.
With this Signature U-BASS®, Kala & Bakithi set out to create the perfect U-BASS introduction for new and experienced bass players alike. This fretted bass pairs a Natural Mahogany build with the Kala Round Wound U-BASS® Strings for a clear and confident tone. Personal touches include Bakithi’s signature black pickguard and custom Zulu shield headstock artwork, hand-drawn by Bakithi’s own album cover artist, Gus Liberdade.
Bakithi’s Signature U-BASS® includes a Custom Gig Bag and access to free online companion lessons and bass line breakdowns specifically for the U-BASS®, featuring Bakithi and some of his most celebrated bass lines.acoustic-electric U-BassBakithi Kumalo signature model20.8125" (529 mm) scale29.375" (746 mm) overall lengthMahogany topMahogany back and sidesMahogany neck16 nickel silver fretsRosewood fingerboardGraph Tech TUSQ nutcomposite saddleRosewood bridgeCustom Black Die Cast machine headssatin finishKala Round Wounds stringsactive U-Bass electronicsincl. Custom Bakithi gigbag
The beautiful Striped Ebony U-Bass has a deep brown color with reddish-brown striping. One of the finest woods for instruments, Striped Ebony is a high-density wood that has superior tonal qualities. The light Maple binding creates a striking contrast with the dark Ebony body, that makes the variants in the striping stand out. Comes in a Fretless U-BASS model with Proprietary Polyurethane Strings, Custom Hipshot Ultralite Tuners, GraphTech TUSQ Nut, Custom U-Bass Pick-up, and a Deluxe Padded Gig Bag.acoustic-electric U-Bassfretless model20.375" (517 mm) scale29.375" (746 mm) overall lengthStriped Ebony topStriped Ebony back and sidesMahogany neck16 positions with fret markersRosewood fingerboardGraph Tech TUSQ nutcomposite saddleRosewood bridgecustom Hipshot Ultralite machine headssatin finishMaple bindingRoad Toad Pahoehoe stringsFishman U-Bass EQincl. deluxe U-Bass gigbag
Pulling inspiration from the California Solid Body U-BASS® series, the all new Solid Body U-BASS® is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Its sleek off-set body shape is contoured for balance and comfort. The 22 pocketed frets and 23.5" scale give you plenty of room to maneuver around yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive split-coil pickups. Comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 4-String U-Bassrighthand version4-string electric bass23,5“ (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard22 nickel silver fretsKala Split-Coil Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratioblack hardwareKala Round Wound stringsJet Black Gloss Finishwhite pickguardincl. Gigbag
Pulling inspiration from the original California Series U-BASS®, this innovative short-scale bass is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Kala’s Solid Body U-BASS® features a sleek off-set body shape which is contoured for balance and comfort. The 22 pocketed frets and 23.5" scale give you plenty of room to maneuver around yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive split-coil pickup. Comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 4-String U-Bassrighthand version4-string electric bass23.5“ / 597 mm scale length33.25" / 845 mm overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard22 fretsKala Split-Coil Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratiotop loaded 4-saddle bridgechrome hardwareKala Roundwound stringsSurf Blue Gloss Finish3-ply (white/black/white) pickguardincl. gig bag
Unlock a new level of play with the fretless version of Kala’s 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®. Its sleek offset body shape is contoured for balance and comfort. A 23.5" scale fretless fingerboard supplies plenty of room to maneuver around & new sonic possibilities, yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive split-coil pickup.Solid Body 4-String U-Bassrighthand versionfretless4-string electric bass23.5“ / 597 mm scale length33.25" / 845 mm overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard with fretlines Kala Split-Coil Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratiotop loaded 4-saddle bridgeblack hardwareKala Roundwound stringsSweet Cream Gloss Finish3-ply (black/white/black) pickguardincl. gig bag
The Kala Floral Black Burst U‑BASS is a solid‑body 4‑string electric bass with a compact 23.5" scale length, designed for players who want to break away from the ordinary and bring a high-end, custom look to every session. Its striking Floral Black Burst gloss finish combines deep black tones with an intricate dark floral pattern, creating an elegant and highly distinctive visual identity.
The resonant okoume body and maple neck pair up for a bright, clear attack, powered by a split-coil pickup that handles everything from smooth jazz to heavy rock. This model features closed‑gear machine heads with an 18:1 ratio, a top-loaded chrome bridge and Kala Round Wound strings.
With its sophisticated aesthetic and compact design, this U‑BASS is a portable powerhouse suited for players who value a refined visual presence without compromising performance. A gig bag is included, making it travel-ready from day one.Solid Body 4-String U-Bassrighthand version4-string electric bass23.5" (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neck with spoke wheel truss rodMaple fingerboard22 nickel silver fretsKala split-coil pickupcontrols for volume and toneclosed-gear bass machine heads with an 18:1 ratiochrome hardwareKala Round Wound stringsFloral Black Burst Gloss Finishincl. U-Bass Gig Bag
Pulling inspiration from the original California Series U-BASS®, this innovative short-scale bass is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Kala’s Solid Body U-BASS® features a sleek off-set body shape which is contoured for balance and comfort. The 22 pocketed frets and 23.5" scale give you plenty of room to maneuver around yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive split-coil pickup. Comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 4-String U-Bassrighthand version4-string electric bass23.5“ / 597 mm scale length33.25" / 845 mm overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard22 fretsKala Split-Coil Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratiotop loaded 4-saddle bridgechrome hardwareKala Roundwound stringsSurf Green Gloss Finish3-ply (white/black/white) pickguardincl. gig bag
The Kala Paisley Orange Burst U‑BASS is a solid‑body 4‑string electric bass with a compact 23.5" scale length, designed for players who want their instrument to reflect the energy and personality of their performance. Its Paisley Orange Burst gloss finish combines warm burst tones with a vibrant vintage-inspired paisley graphic, creating a bold and expressive visual identity that stands out.
The resonant okoume body and maple neck pair up for a bright, clear attack, powered by a split-coil pickup that handles everything from smooth jazz to heavy rock. This model features closed‑gear machine heads with an 18:1 ratio, a top-loaded chrome bridge and Kala Round Wound strings.
With its vibrant look and compact design, this U‑BASS is a true portable powerhouse for players who want to bring personality and visual impact to every performance. A gig bag is included, making it travel-ready from day one.Solid Body 4-String U-Bassrighthand version4-string electric bass23.5" (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neck with spoke wheel truss rodMaple fingerboard22 nickel silver fretsKala split-coil pickupcontrols for volume and toneclosed-gear bass machine heads with an 18:1 ratiochrome hardwareKala Round Wound stringsPaisley Orange Burst Gloss Finishincl. U-Bass Gig Bag
Pulling inspiration from the California Solid Body U-BASS® series, the all new Solid Body U-BASS® is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Its sleek off-set body shape is contoured for balance and comfort. The 22 pocketed frets and 23.5" scale give you plenty of room to maneuver around yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive split-coil pickups. Comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 4-String U-Bassrighthand version4-string electric bass23,5“ (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard22 nickel silver fretsKala Split-Coil Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratioblack hardwareKala Round Wound stringsCandy Apple Red Gloss Finishwhite pickguardincl. Gigbag
Pulling inspiration from the California Solid Body U-BASS® series, the all new Solid Body U-BASS® is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Its sleek off-set body shape is contoured for balance and comfort. The 22 pocketed frets and 23.5" scale give you plenty of room to maneuver around yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive split-coil pickups. Comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 4-String U-Bassrighthand version4-string electric bass23,5“ (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckAsh bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard22 nickel silver fretsKala Split-Coil Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratioblack hardwareKala Round Wound stringsSapphire Blue Gloss Finishwhite pickguardincl. Gigbag
Pulling inspiration from the original California Series U-BASS®, this innovative short-scale bass is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Kala’s Solid Body U-BASS® features a sleek off-set body shape which is contoured for balance and comfort. The 22 pocketed frets and 23.5" scale give you plenty of room to maneuver around yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive split-coil pickups. This left-handed model comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 4-String U-Basslefthand version4-string electric bass23,5“ (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard22 nickel silver fretsKala Split-Coil Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratioblack hardwareKala Round Wound stringsTobacco Burst Gloss Finishwhite pickguardincl. Gigbag
Pulling inspiration from the original California Series U-BASS®, this innovative short-scale bass is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Its sleek off-set body shape is contoured for balance and comfort. A 23.5" scale fretless fingerboard supplies plenty of room to maneuver around & new sonic possibilities, yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive humbucker pickup. Comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 5-String U-Bassrighthand versionfretless5-string electric bass23,5“ (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard with fretlinesKala Humbucker Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratioblack hardwareKala Round Wound stringsJet Black Gloss Finishwhite pickguardincl. Gigbag
Pulling inspiration from the original California Series U-BASS®, this innovative short-scale bass is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Kala’s Solid Body U-BASS® features a sleek off-set body shape which is contoured for balance and comfort. The 22 pocketed frets and 23.5" scale give you plenty of room to maneuver around yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive humbucker pickup. Comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 5-String U-Bassrighthand version5-string electric bass23,5“ (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard22 nickel silver fretsKala Humbucker Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratioblack hardwareKala Round Wound stringsJet Black Gloss Finishwhite pickguardincl. Gigbag
Unlock a new level of play with the fretless version of Kala’s 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®. Its sleek offset body shape is contoured for balance and comfort. A 23.5" scale fretless fingerboard supplies plenty of room to maneuver around, yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive humbucker pickup.Solid Body 5-String U-Bassrighthand versionfretless5-string electric bass23.5“ / 597 mm scale length34.5" / 876 mm overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard with fretlinespassive Humbucker Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratiotop loaded 5-saddle bridgeblack hardwareKala Roundwound stringsSweet Cream Gloss Finish3-ply (black/white/black) pickguardincl. gig bag
Pulling inspiration from the original California Series U-BASS®, this innovative short-scale bass is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Kala’s Solid Body U-BASS® features a sleek offset body shape, which is contoured for balance and comfort. The 22 pocketed frets and 23.5" scale give you plenty of room to maneuver around, yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive humbucker pickup.Solid Body 5-String U-Bassrighthand version5-string electric bass23.5“ / 597 mm scale length34.5" / 876 mm overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard22 fretspassive Humbucker Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratiotop loaded 5-saddle bridgeblack hardwareKala Roundwound stringsSweet Cream Gloss Finish3-ply (black/white/black) pickguardincl. gig bag
Pulling inspiration from the original California Series U-BASS®, this innovative short-scale bass is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Its sleek off-set body shape is contoured for balance and comfort. A 23.5" scale fretless fingerboard supplies plenty of room to maneuver around & new sonic possibilities, yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive humbucker pickup. Comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 5-String U-Bassrighthand versionfretless5-string electric bass23,5“ (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard with fretlinesKala Humbucker Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratioblack hardwareKala Round Wound stringsTobacco Burst Gloss Finishwhite pickguardincl. Gigbag
Pulling inspiration from the original California Series U-BASS®, this innovative short-scale bass is a whole new take on the U-BASS®. Kala’s Solid Body U-BASS® features a sleek off-set body shape which is contoured for balance and comfort. The 22 pocketed frets and 23.5" scale give you plenty of room to maneuver around yet it is still compact enough to easily travel with. The tone is thick and meaty thanks to the classic passive humbucker pickup. Comes with a Logo Gig Bag.Solid Body 5-String U-Bassrighthand version5-string electric bass23,5“ (597 mm) scale length33.25" (845 mm) overall lengthbolt-on neckOkoume bodyMaple neckLaurel fingerboard22 nickel silver fretsKala Humbucker Pickupcontrols for volume, toneclosed bass machine heads with 1:18 ratioblack hardwareKala Round Wound stringsTobacco Burst Gloss Finishwhite pickguardincl. Gigbag
The Scout Fretless U-BASS® is the most economic Fretless U-BASS® on the market, paired with Aquila Thunderblack® strings, a Venetian cutaway, Custom Active U-BASS® EQ with built-in tuner, cream binding, and a pre-installed strap button
The next level in affordable U-BASS®, the Scout will help you reach your full potential as a fretless bassist. Subtly stylish, great sounding, responsive and punchy - with focus - makes for a thunderous U-BASS®.acoustic-electric U-Bass20.8125" (529 mm) scale29.3125" (745 mm) overall lengthMahogany topMahogany back and sidesMahogany neckRosewood fingerboardGraph Tech NuBone nutcomposite saddleRosewood bridgeCustom Black Die Cast machine headssatin finishcream bindingVenetian cutawayAquila Thunderblack stringsactive U-Bass electronics, incl. batteryincl. U-Bass gigbag
Designed in collaboration with legendary session and touring bassist Hutch Hutchinson (Bonnie Raitt, Neville Bros. Band), this signature U-BASS blends a solid spruce top with mahogany back and sides for a warm, articulate tone. Its unique angled “4‑Vent” soundport provides distinctive look and stage feedback protection. A Fishman® U-BASS preamp delivers rich acoustic‑electric sound, and Road Toad Pahoehoe® strings provide a supple, upright‑like feel. Perfect for players seeking a stage‑ready acoustic-electric U-BASS upgrade.Artist Signature SeriesHutch Hutchinson Signature modelacoustic-electric U-Bass518 mm / 20.38" scale746 mm / 29.38" overall lengthSolid Spruce top with angled “4‑Vent” soundportMahogany back and sidesMahogany neckRosewood fingerboard16 fretsGraph Tech TUSQ® nutcomposite saddleCustom Hipshot Ultralite® machine headsRoad Toad Pahoehoe Proprietary Polyurethane stringsblack hardwaresatin finishFishman U-BASS® EQ electronicsincl. deluxe padded bag
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