Rich 12-String Guitar-Like Chorus Effect

The Kala Gloss Mahogany 8-String Tenor Ukulele (KA-8) delivers the shimmering, chorus-like tone of a 12-string guitar in ukulele form. Featuring four courses of doubled strings in all-mahogany construction with a gloss finish, this unique instrument produces rich, full sound with natural chorus that's perfect for fingerstyle playing, recording, and adding depth to your ukulele arrangements.

8-String Configuration for Lush Tone

The KA-8 features four courses of doubled strings (8 strings total), similar to a 12-string guitar. The paired strings create a natural chorus effect that adds shimmer, depth, and richness to every note. This configuration produces a fuller, more complex sound than standard 4-string ukuleles, making your playing sound like multiple instruments at once.

All-Mahogany Construction

Mahogany is the classic tonewood for ukuleles, delivering warm, balanced sound with strong midrange presence. The all-mahogany body produces rich, woody tone that complements the 8-string configuration beautifully, with excellent sustain and clarity across all registers.

Tenor Size for Comfortable Playability

The tenor size provides a larger body and longer scale length, resulting in fuller tone, increased volume, and enhanced sustain. The 17-inch scale offers comfortable fret spacing that accommodates the wider string spacing required for the 8-string configuration.

Gloss Finish for Classic Beauty

The gloss finish enhances the mahogany's rich color and grain patterns while providing durable protection. The traditional glossy appearance gives this ukulele a classic, professional look that stands out on stage and in the studio.

Perfect for Fingerstyle and Recording

The 8-string configuration excels in:

• Fingerstyle arrangements with rich, layered textures
• Recording sessions where you want fuller ukulele sound
• Solo performances with natural chorus and depth
• Ensemble playing where one instrument needs to fill more sonic space
• Contemporary and folk styles that benefit from lush, shimmering tones

Quality Components

The KA-8 features quality hardware designed for 8-string performance:

• Precision geared tuners for all 8 strings
• Rosewood bridge for optimal tone transfer
• GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle
• Mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard

Unique Voice in Your Ukulele Collection

The 8-string ukulele offers a distinctive voice that sets it apart from standard ukuleles. The natural chorus effect created by the doubled strings adds dimension and richness that's impossible to achieve with a 4-string instrument, making it a valuable addition to any player's collection.

Key Features & Specifications

• Size: Tenor (17" scale length)
• Strings: 8 strings (4 courses doubled)
• Top: Mahogany
• Back & Sides: Mahogany
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Bridge: Rosewood
• Nut & Saddle: GraphTech NuBone
• Finish: Gloss
• Model: KA-8

Perfect For

Ideal for fingerstyle players, recording artists, singer-songwriters seeking fuller accompaniment, and ukulele enthusiasts who want a unique voice in their collection. Perfect for folk, contemporary, and indie styles that benefit from rich, layered ukulele tones.

Why Choose Kala Ukuleles?

Kala is the world's leading ukulele brand, known for innovative designs and exceptional quality. The KA-8 represents Kala's commitment to offering unique instruments that expand the sonic possibilities of the ukulele, with solid construction and components that deliver reliable performance.

Free shipping available. Order your Kala 8-String Tenor Ukulele today and experience the rich, chorus-like tones that make this instrument special.