Continuing the Legacy: Kala Burled Meranti Tenor Ukulele KA-20T

Experience the evolution of a legend with the Kala Burled Meranti Tenor Ukulele (KA-20T), an instrument that proudly continues the remarkable legacy established by Kala's industry-standard KA-15S since 2005. For 2020, the KA-20 Series carries forward this prestigious heritage of quality, affordability, and simple design that has consistently checked every box for starter ukuleles across classrooms, homes, and performance venues worldwide. This tenor ukulele represents the natural progression of Kala's commitment to making exceptional music education accessible to all, building upon the foundation that has made the 15 Series the benchmark for entry-level instruments while introducing exciting new visual and tonal characteristics that enhance the learning experience.

Distinguished by its striking etched Polynesian-style Shark Teeth rosette, this ukulele pays homage to the rich cultural heritage of Hawaii while creating a distinctive visual identity that sets it apart from ordinary starter instruments. The beautiful burled meranti construction showcases wood that naturally displays lots of dots, dashes, and speckles with iridescence that highlights the flecked grain, creating a mesmerizing visual texture that makes each instrument unique and captivating. The natural satin finish allows the wood to be the sole focus, preserving and enhancing meranti's organic beauty while providing a smooth, comfortable playing surface that feels refined and professional. This thoughtful approach ensures that beginning players experience the satisfaction of owning a visually appealing instrument that inspires practice and musical exploration. Premium appointments include a comfortable Indonesian Nandu fingerboard that enhances playability, reliable Graphtech Tusq nut and saddle for optimal string performance, and high-quality Aquila Super Nylgut® strings that deliver exceptional clarity and tuning stability essential for effective learning. These instruments are specifically designed to be perfect for learning on, whether students are discovering music in the classroom, practicing scales and songs at home, or gaining confidence through acoustic performances. The tenor size provides enhanced projection and comfortable string spacing that makes chord formations easier for developing fingers, while the 18-fret access allows for exploration of melody playing as skills advance. By continuing the legacy of the industry-standard 15 Series while introducing the beautiful visual character of burled meranti and the cultural significance of the Shark Teeth rosette, the KA-20T represents the perfect evolution of Kala's educational mission: making quality ukuleles accessible to every aspiring musician.

• Legacy Continuation: Builds upon the industry-standard KA-15S heritage since 2005
• 2020 Series Evolution: Natural progression maintaining quality, affordability, and simple design
• Distinctive Shark Teeth Rosette: Etched Polynesian-style design honoring Hawaiian cultural heritage
• Beautiful Burled Meranti: Natural dots, dashes, and speckles with iridescent flecked grain
• Natural Satin Finish: Allows wood beauty to be the sole focus while providing smooth feel
• Perfect for Learning: Ideal for classroom, home practice, and acoustic performance settings
• Enhanced Tenor Advantages: Superior projection and comfortable string spacing for developing players
• Quality Educational Appointments: Graphtech Tusq components and Aquila strings for reliable performance
• Unique Visual Character: Each instrument distinctive due to natural meranti grain variations
• Accessible Excellence: Continues mission of making quality ukuleles available to every aspiring musician