Legacy Meets Modern Performance: Kala Burled Meranti Tenor Ukulele with EQ

Experience the perfect evolution of a legendary lineage with the Kala Burled Meranti Tenor Ukulele with EQ (KA-20TE), an instrument that proudly continues the remarkable heritage established by Kala's industry-standard KA-15S since 2005 while embracing modern performance capabilities. For 2020, the KA-20 Series carries forward the prestigious legacy of quality, affordability, and simple design that has consistently checked every box for starter ukuleles, now enhanced with professional-grade electronics that bridge the gap between educational excellence and contemporary musical requirements. This tenor ukulele represents the natural progression of Kala's commitment to accessible music education, maintaining the foundational principles that have made the 15 Series the benchmark for entry-level instruments while providing the electronic versatility essential for today's diverse learning and performance environments.

Distinguished by its striking etched Polynesian-style Shark Teeth rosette, this tenor ukulele celebrates Hawaiian cultural heritage while creating a distinctive visual identity that inspires musical exploration and cultural appreciation. 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 captivating visual texture that makes each instrument unique and engaging for students and performers alike. The natural satin finish allows the wood's organic beauty to be the sole focus, preserving meranti's distinctive character while providing a smooth, comfortable playing surface that enhances both learning and performance experiences. The integrated Kala Active EQ system transforms this educational instrument into a versatile tool equally suited for classroom amplification, home practice with monitoring capabilities, recording projects, and live performance, ensuring seamless adaptation to various musical contexts and teaching methodologies. The tenor size provides enhanced projection and comfortable string spacing that makes chord formations easier for developing players while offering the volume and presence needed for group instruction and performance settings. Premium educational appointments include a comfortable Indonesian Nandu fingerboard that supports proper technique development, reliable Graph Tech TUSQ® nut and saddle for consistent intonation and string performance, smooth chrome open gear tuners for precise tuning adjustment, and high-quality Aquila Super Nylgut® strings that deliver exceptional clarity and tuning stability crucial for effective learning progression. These instruments are specifically engineered to be perfect for learning on, whether students are mastering fundamentals in the classroom, practicing repertoire at home, or building confidence through acoustic and amplified performances. Available in a comprehensive range including Soprano, Concert, Concert with EQ, Tenor, and Tenor with EQ, the KA-20 Series provides options for every learning stage and musical application while maintaining the affordability and reliability that has made Kala the trusted choice for music educators and students worldwide.

• Industry Standard Evolution: Continues KA-15S legacy since 2005 with modern electronic capabilities
• 2020 Series Heritage: Maintains quality, affordability, and simple design with added versatility
• Cultural Shark Teeth Rosette: Etched Polynesian-style design celebrating Hawaiian musical heritage
• Unique Burled Meranti Beauty: Iridescent grain with natural dots, dashes, and speckled patterns
• Kala Active EQ Integration: Professional electronics for classroom, practice, and performance applications
• Enhanced Tenor Advantages: Superior projection and comfortable spacing for developing musicians
• Perfect Learning Platform: Ideal for classroom instruction, home practice, and live performance
• Natural Satin Focus: Finish allows wood beauty to be the primary visual element
• Educational Quality Appointments: Graph Tech TUSQ® components and premium strings for reliable performance
• Comprehensive Series Options: Multiple sizes available to meet diverse educational and performance needs