A reliable, high-quality concert ukulele at an affordable price — that's the Kala MK-C. Kala, the renowned American ukulele brand, is known for producing instruments with outstanding build quality and excellent tonal characteristics. The Makala MK-C is no exception. Made entirely from mahogany, this concert ukulele delivers rich, warm sound and is considered one of the best in its class. It's the ideal model for anyone starting out on their ukulele journey. Includes a deluxe padded gig bag.

The Kala MK-C Series

The Kala MK-C is part of Kala’s Makala line, which comes in three categories: Classic, Dolphins, and Sharks. The Classic models, like the MK-C, are designed for players looking for a more serious and well-built beginner ukulele. This series was created specifically for those starting their ukulele journey, with a focus on essential materials and key quality standards. The result is a model that delivers excellent value for its price — combining great tone, a vintage look, and reliable performance. Perfect for both beginners and casual players, the MK-C is also available in a smaller soprano size and a larger tenor version.

About Kala

Kala is an American company founded in 2005. The brand has its roots in Petaluma, a culturally rich town located about 30 miles north of San Francisco. Known for its wine production, agriculture, and thriving artistic community, the region has long fostered creativity and expression. This spirit of innovation and artistry is what inspires every Kala ukulele. Influenced by its surroundings, Kala has grown into a globally recognized brand known for crafting high-quality, distinctive instruments that stand out in both sound and style.

The Kala MK-S is one of the best-selling soprano ukuleles in the affordable price range. Kala is known for producing ukuleles with excellent sound and playability, and this budget-friendly model from the Makala line is no exception. With its vintage appearance, the MK-S looks and feels like a serious instrument — perfect for both beginners and more advanced hobby players. It comes complete with a deluxe carrying bag, making it a guaranteed great buy!

Features of the Kala MK-S

The Kala MK-S is made entirely from mahogany. The front, sides, back and neck are all made from this type of wood, which is often used in guitar construction. In addition to their beautiful appearance, these types of wood have a positive effect on the sound, resulting in a wonderful ukulele tone. Since February 2017, the fingerboard has been made from walnut. The Kala KA-S is also available, featuring identical wood types but in a more luxurious finish.

The Soprano Ukulele

Although the ukulele is often associated with Hawaii, it actually originated from Portugal. It evolved from the branguinha or the machete, a Portuguese instrument, and ended up on Hawaii because it was brought along by Portuguese invaders. King Kalakaua liked the instrument and implemented it in the local royal culture. As such, the ukulele became an enormously popular instrument in Hawaii. Throughout the centuries the ukulele has evolved and is now available in different forms and sizes. This ukulele is a soprano ukulele, which is the smallest size. Other ukuleles (from smallest to biggest) are the concert, the tenor, and the baritone. The soprano ukulele has that typical high ukulele sound and is often associated with typical ukulele music. It can be considered a bit too small for people with big hands, though.

The MK-C Pack includes a Makala Classic Concert ukulele, clip-on tuner, gig bag, and instruction pamphlet. The Makala Classic Concert ukulele is excellent for the novice or intermediate player. The inexpensive Makala Classics are comfortable and easy to play. The concert ukulele is the traditional ukulele and produces an authentic sound. It’s not too small which means it’s also suitable for people with larger hands.