Kala Brand UK

12/10/2025

The Review is in!

The real question is though.....where you one of the lucky ones who managed to bag one?

Got A Ukulele looks that the 20th Anniversary Kala Pan Pacific Deluxe Soprano Ukulele

08/10/2025

Happy Hump Day! 🐪

That magical midpoint of the week where coffee becomes survival fuel, Pot Noodles and Pringles turn into percussion instruments, and the weekend finally starts to appear on the horizon.

We’ve been crazy busy these past few months with all the new releases and everything else going on… but yesterday, we FINALLY managed to grab a few minutes to sit down and spend some quality time with them.

And this — is the end result! (Sorry, not sorry!)

So, here’s a little tune to help you hang in there. It’s safe to say this week has definitely got to us! 🤣☕🙌

Ger & Walt

PS) If you want to play along we've dropped the Chords in the comment Section.

03/10/2025

✨20th Anniversary Limited Collection✨

And Finally I can announce that the All Solid Koa 20th Anniversary models are now available here in the UK & Ireland!

Available in Concert, Tenor, Tenor XL & Baritone, these models are truly a one-and-done release: once they’re gone, they’re gone forever. With only a handful available, this is a rare chance to own a piece of Kala history.

Each instrument is crafted with stunning Hawaiian Koa (handpicked by Mike Upton Himself!), showcasing the rich figuring, warmth, and resonance that has made this tone wood legendary.

Every detail has been considered – from the Californian Poppy inlay to the Paua Abalone rosette & Fretboard inlays, to the Comfort Edge and the many other premium appointments that this series boasts – making these ukuleles not just amazing instruments, but collector’s pieces.

All models will come strung with D’Addario Fluorocarbon strings, and include a custom logo gig bag, ensuring a premium experience no matter which exceptional ukulele you choose

20th Anniversary Koa Concert RRP £395
20th Anniversary Koa Tenor £454
20th Anniversary Koa Tenor XL £499
20th Anniversary Koa Baritone £429

02/10/2025

✨ (Another) NEW ARRIVAL ALERT! ✨

Pan Pacific Series (Limited Edition) - ACT FAST!!!!!!

Introducing our Pan Pacific Series Soprano ukuleles. Now before I ramble on, if you have already pre-ordered one of these beauties these with your KALA dealer?, then please get in touch ASAP because I know that before I get to finish writing this post more of these would have been sold and stock is VERY limited!

The Pan Pacific Series draws on the ukulele’s roots in Madeira, Portugal, and the luthiers who pioneered the beautiful instrument we love and see today.

This modern classic boasts a hand picked all solid Hawaiian Koa construction and a timeless rope-style rosette of maple and rosewood. The Deluxe version will have a matching Rope Purfling and a mahogany binding.

Now let's talk about that headstock!

The headstock crest offers an homage to Petaluma’s history as the home of the World Wrist-Wrestling Championship. We are so happy with how the crest has turned out!

But the real question is, "Were you quick enough to wrestle one off the shop wall before they disappeared for good?!"

KA-F8-KOA-S (Standard) £299.99
KA-F8D-KOA-S (Deluxe) £334.99

01/10/2025

✨ NEW ARRIVAL ALERT! ✨

BRASS RESONATOR SERIES
If you’ve been waiting to add something truly unique to your collection, this is it!

These beauties bring that classic growl and projection of a bell brass body, paired with modern playability. Whether you’re a blues purist, a folk picker, Americana lover or perhaps you're just chasing that raw vintage vibe? – these resonators are built to inspire.

Available in both Tenor and Baritone, with an all-brass body and hand-applied finishes, these extraordinary instruments are sure to turn heads.
At their core, resonator instruments are designed to keep up volume wise with other brass or percussion instruments in a live setting. In place of a traditional soundboard top, the resonator features a brass housing containing an aluminium cone that produces the sound when played, amplifying the natural volume of the instrument—and the metal components add the distinctive shimmer that these instruments are known for.

To further add to the live performance capabilities of these instruments, the passive pickup allows you to amplify the sound even further.

Each Resonator comes with its own plush padded gig bag (Also pictured)

And you have 4 flavours to choose from :

Antique Copper (Distressed)
Raw Copper
Brushed Nickel
Matte Black

Tenor RRP £550
Baritone RRP £585

What's your pick of the bunch? We are eager to hear what you think! Comment below.

-Ger & Walt

06/09/2025

🎶✨ GIVEAWAY TIME! ✨🎶

We are giving away this Beautiful Salt & Pepper Dog Hair Series Baritone! (KA-SDH-BE)

All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning is:

1) FOLLOW The Kala UK page
2) Comment On The Original Post
3) Share the Post with your friends

Easy Peasy!

This competition ends on Tuesday, September 30th and the winner will be announced shortly afterwards!

GOOD LUCK GUYS!

05/09/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Matthew Quilliam Music to the Kala Family!

Matthew is a talented multi-instrumentalist, teacher, and performer whose creativity and passion shine through every note. With his unique style and dedication to sharing the joy of music, he perfectly embodies what the Kala family is all about.

Matthew is often seen at his show’s with his trusty Sunburst Arch top (KA-JTE-2TS) but just recently added a 5 String Solid Body UBass to his arsenal after a very productive chat at the 2025 Shrewkfest - The Shrewsbury Ukulele Festival

We’re so happy to have him on board officially and can’t wait to see the amazing things he’ll create with his Kala instruments.
Join us in giving Matthew a warm welcome!

For more information about Matthew, His show and his Online Courses/Group Workshops, please visit him at https://matthewquilliam.co.uk/

04/09/2025

Well The Cat is Out Of The Bag!

Introducing the KALA Revelator Midnight Owl! (SUS Exclusive)

Alex is seen here playing a prototype that I hand delivered on my recent visit at the Southern Ukulele Store.

Due in 2026 and Price to Be Confirmed.

I won't lie, Alex has been onto me for a good 6+ months about doing this so it's been super rewarding seeing his idea come to life! He knows a thing or two about the Ukulele you know.....

What do you guys think?

04/09/2025

🌋 Need someone to Lava? Then meet the Kala Metropolitan Curly Mango Tenor 🌋

Quickly recognizable for its distinct curly figuring of blonde and caramel streaks, Mango is a wood that thrives in tropical climates like Hawaii, Java, and India.

This contemporary tone wood is the perfect match for players seeking a handcrafted ukulele that is both cosmetically beautiful and sonically competitive with the absolute best on the market. Sharing many tonal qualities with Hawaiian Koa, our All Solid Curly Mango Metropolitan™ Ukulele has a sweet and mellow character.

As you can hear it a great for picking and strumming, it has a great and mellow balance

RRP £699

03/09/2025

Isn't she Something!

Here's Amelia Coburn with her Beautiful KA-SSEBY-B-CE.

Who else is looking forward to more new Amelia Coburn Music??? ☝🏼

02/09/2025

🤩 For you guys that suffer with UAS, Keep Scrolling! 🤩

This week we received our latest batch of our Metropolitan Series ukuleles, which feature these magnificent Curly Mango Concert & Tenors!

Our Kala Metropolitan™ Series was designed for players in need of an instrument that can match their trajectory and growth as an ukulele player — soloists, songwriters, and burgeoning performers will feel right at home with these distinct and feature-rich solid wood models.

Every Kala Metropolitan™ Ukulele is all solid wood, handcrafted in a premium workshop in Java, and includes a custom Kala Metropolitan™ Ukulele Gig Bag.

Available to purchase at all KALA Stockists around the UK & Ireland

KA-MNGG-C (Concert) RRP £649
KA-MNGG-T (Tenor) RRP £699