Kala U-BASS Bakithi Kumalo Signature
12 MONTH SPECIAL FINANCING*
Applying for Financing is Quick and Easy!
- Apply: There are two easy ways to apply for financing. A credit application can be completed over the phone in a matter of minutes with a Kraft Music team member. Applications can also be completed online.
- Purchase: All financing orders are completed over the phone. Once you're approved, give us a call at 800-783-3368 to place your order! Or you can contact us and set up a time that works best for you!
Terms and Conditions
No interest if paid in full within 12 months*
On purchases of $299 or more made with your Synchrony credit card. All Yamaha products require a $499 minimum purchase amount. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date if the promotional purchase is not paid in full within 12 Months. Minimum monthly payments required.
*Qualifying purchase amount must be on one receipt. No interest will be charged on the promo purchase if you pay it off, in full, within the promo period. If you do not, interest will be charged on the promo purchase from the purchase date. The required minimum monthly payments may or may not pay off the promo purchase by the end of the promo period. Regular account terms apply to non-promo purchases and, after promo period ends, to the remaining promo balance. For new accounts: Purchase APR is 29.99%. Minimum interest charge is $2. Existing cardholders: See your credit card agreement terms. Subject to credit approval.
Credit is extended by Synchrony Bank.
Special Offers
FIVE FREE ISSUES OF PREMIER GUITAR MAGAZINE!Redemption link will be emailed after purchase.
Bakithi Kumalo has been a proud endorsee of the Kala U•BASS for over a decade. Longtime collaborator and bassist for Paul Simon, Bakithi’s world-renowned work for 1985’s Graceland in South Africa launched his lifelong career as bassist, studio musician, and composer. As a new milestone, Bakithi and Kala have designed his very own Signature Acoustic-Electric U•BASS to help share his unique sound and philosophy as a bassist with players of any level.
With this Signature U•BASS, Kala & Bakithi set out to create the perfect U•BASS introduction for new and experienced bass players alike. This fretted bass pairs a Natural Mahogany build with the Kala Round Wound U•BASS Strings for a clear and confident tone. Personal touches include Bakithi’s signature black pickguard and custom Zulu shield headstock artwork, hand-drawn by Bakithi’s own album cover artist, Gus Liberdade.
Bakithi’s Signature U•BASS includes a Custom Gig-bag and access to free online companion lessons and bass line breakdowns specifically for the U•BASS, featuring Bakithi and some of his most celebrated bass lines.
| SKU | KAL-UBASSBAKITHI |
|---|---|
| MPN | UBASS-BAKITHI-FS |
| Manufacturer | Kala |
| Condition | New |
| Included from Manufacturer | Custom Bakithi Padded Gig Bag Kala Round Wound strings |
| Acoustic Body Style | U-Bass |
| String Material | Nylon Core / Metal Wound |
| Number of Strings | 4-Strings |
| Right/Left Handed | Right |
| Top | Mahogany |
| Back | Mahogany |
| Sides | Mahogany |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Number of Frets | 16 |
| Bridge | Rosewood |
| Bridge Saddle Material | Composite |
| Cutaway | Yes |
| Electronics | U-Bass Active EQ |
| Tuner Built In | Yes |
| Scale Length | 20.8125" |
| Nut Width | 1.75" |
| Nut Material | Graph Tech Tusq |
| Finish | Satin |
| Hardware Finish | Black |
| Unique Features | Bakithi’s signature black pickguard and custom Zulu shield headstock artwork, hand-drawn by Bakithi’s own album cover artist, Gus Liberdade. |
Kala Warranty Terms and Conditions
Kala Brand Music Co. warrants solely to the original purchaser that the instrument purchased shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials and shall function for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. American made models are warranted for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase.
Kala Brand Music Co. reserves the right to determine upon inspection if the warranty claim is valid or not. This warranty is valid to the original purchaser only and is non-transferable.
- Ground shipping is FREE for all orders $99 and up.
- Our central, midwest location ensures fast delivery times.
- See below for transit day estimates. Please note, these are estimates and are not guaranteed.
Generally, package estimated transit days are as follows:
- Upper Midwest: 1-3 days
- Central US, South East US, and East Coast: 2-4 days
- West Central US: 3-5 days
- West Coast: 4-6 days
- Alaska & Hawaii: 7+ days