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Fuel Fretless Bass Fun with a Compact Kala 4-string!





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Kala’s innovative bass designs get a fretless all-electric twist with the solidbody fretless U-Bass electric bass guitar! With its shortened 23.5-inch scale, this 4-string instrument is a blast to play for veteran and novice players alike. It’s an excellent travel companion or a great way to explore fretless bass without a large investment. But don’t be fooled by its size. The solidbody U-Bass is a carefully sculpted, highly capable instrument. A custom all-okoume body gives this U-Bass resonance like a full-sized bass guitar, and the body features deep cutaways for enhanced fingerboard access. Even if you’re new to fretless bass, this instrument keeps the learning curve negligible. A comfortable “C”-shaped Canadian maple neck is topped with a rosewood fingerboard lined with 22 handy fret line markers that guide your fingertips. Plug the U-Bass in, and you’ll experience the punchy sound of a classic split-coil pickup that produces multiple gig- and studio-ready tones with just a few simple tweaks to the onboard controls. From warm, round thump to bright, funky punch, the solidbody fretless U-Bass from Sweetwater covers all your needs and then some.





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Mini bass with mighty tonewoods





The solidbody fretless U-Bass leverages premier wood choices to provide the most quality playing feel possible for its size, including a neck of Canadian maple topped with a gorgeous slab of rosewood. This combination delivers a “C”-shaped neck profile that lands easily and ergonomically in all players’ hands, with a sustain-favoring and ultra-smooth playing surface that optimizes its 23.5-inch footprint. Rooted at the body end in 100% solid okoume, this bass is light enough to match its compact nature yet substantial enough to keep the pocket tight.





Impressively stout split-coil





If ever there were a 4-string not to judge by its size, the solidbody fretless U-Bass makes a firm case, with exhibit B being its split-coil pickup. Taking a page from revered designs of the past, the solidbody fretless U-Bass’s split single-coil pickup opens the door to a wildly versatile tone that’s heartier than you might expect. Enhancing the best traits of its entire tuning range, the split-coil design will help you churn out tones and techniques you’d never assumed possible with a short-scale bass. From fingerstyle and funk slaps to precision picking in just about any genre you can conjure, the solidbody fretless U-Bass is happy to acclimate. Roll on some tone and volume to taste, and you’ll see what we mean!





A well-equipped instrument for any occasion





Regardless of its scale, a sonic option like the solidbody fretless U-Bass that’ll have your back when it counts is a must. Trust in die-cast tuners with impressive 18:1 tuning ratios to hold your intonation and adjust with stunning precision. Likewise, a PPS nut ensures an even response for every string, while the adjustable truss rod makes it easy to keep the neck of your Kala attuned to fluctuating climates. Such attention to quality means the solidbody fretless U-Bass is a tremendous first bass for young players while also providing a solution for a host of other applications, including compact studio tracking, small-space gigs, bedroom jams, travel-friendly rehearsals, and beyond.





Kala Solidbody Fretless U-Bass Electric Bass Guitar Features:


Solid okoume body offers a balanced weight


Canadian maple neck features a comfortable "C"-shaped profile


Fretless rosewood fingerboard with 22 guiding fret line markers


23.5-inch scale length offers an excellent solution for bassists of all ages


Split single-coil pickup is versatile enough for virtually any genre


Volume and tone controls help chase your preferred sound


Die-cast tuners with 18:1 ratios offer excellent intonation with exceptionally precise adjustability


PPS nut provides an even response across the board from all four strings


Adjustable truss rod allows for ideal action in all climates


Custom body shape and pickguard deliver a look that's uniquely Kala


Perfect for beginners, compact studio tracking, small performance spaces, bedroom jams, road trips, and more