Kala KA-SMH-TG Solid Mahogany Gloss Tenor Ukulele
Kala KA-SMH-TG Solid Mahogany Gloss Tenor Ukulele
If you’re after that classic ukulele tone—the one people expect to hear—this is it.
The Kala KA-SMH-TG is built from all solid mahogany, giving you a warm, full voice with smooth sustain and a balanced response across the strings. It’s the kind of tone that works anywhere—home, studio, or stage—without needing to fight the instrument.
The gloss finish brings out the natural grain of the mahogany while adding a bit of visual punch. Paired with maple binding, a slotted headstock, and open-gear tuners, it leans into that traditional look without feeling dated.
In hand, it’s comfortable and responsive. The rosewood fingerboard feels smooth, and the D’Addario clear nylon strings keep things crisp and controlled. A Graph Tech NuBone® nut and saddle help transfer vibration cleanly, so you get the most out of the solid build.
This is a straightforward, well-built tenor that delivers exactly what players expect—no gimmicks, just solid tone and feel.
Available at UKE Republic – professionally set up for optimal sound and playability.
Highlights
- All Solid Mahogany Build – Warm, rich tone with strong sustain
- Gloss Finish – Highlights natural wood grain
- Maple Binding – Clean, classic contrast
- Slotted Headstock – Traditional style and feel
- Open-Gear Chrome Tuners – Smooth, reliable tuning
- Rosewood Fingerboard & Bridge – Comfortable and responsive
- Graph Tech NuBone® Nut & Saddle – Improved tone transfer
- D’Addario Clear Nylon Strings – Balanced, articulate sound
Specifications
- Size: Tenor
- Scale Length: 16.875"
- Overall Length: 25.75"
- Frets: 18
- Top / Back / Sides: Solid Mahogany
- Finish: Gloss
Why This One
If you want a true-to-form mahogany tenor with a little extra visual polish, this hits the mark. It’s warm, dependable, and built to sound better the more you play it.