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Kala Brand Music Co.

Kala Brand Music Co. Banjo Ukulele KA BNJ BK C 4-String

SKU CH-TMHF-DYTQ9

A four-string banjo ukulele with a distinctive tone that projects clearly in solo or group settings

  • Distinctive tone projects clearly in solo and ensemble settings
  • Designed by Alvin Keech in 1917 for a unique banjo-uke voice
  • Popularised by George Formby and Roy Smeck on stage and record
  • Favoured by George Harrison, who recorded with the instrument
  • Four-string format tuned like a ukulele for familiar playability

Distinctive Banjo Ukulele Tone

The Kala Brand Music Co. KA BNJ BK C banjo ukulele delivers a distinctive tone that projects clearly in both solo and ensemble settings. Its four-string design produces the bright, percussive character that made the instrument popular in early twentieth-century performance. Players seeking traditional banjo uke voice will recognise the immediate attack and resonance.

Four-String Setup for Standard Tuning

The instrument uses a conventional four-string configuration that fits familiar ukulele chord shapes and tuning. No specialised amplification or effects are required to hear its natural projection in acoustic environments. The build frees the player from needing external electronics for practice, small-venue gigs or recording sessions where a direct, cutting sound is wanted.

Consistent Projection Under Extended Play

The banjo ukulele maintains its projective character during sustained playing rather than fading after a short burst. Originally designed in 1917 and favoured by performers such as George Formby, Roy Smeck and later George Harrison, the instrument is built to hold its voice through longer sets. Buyers who need built-in pickup systems or extended low-end range will not find those features here.

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Price $351.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

What is the earliest year this banjo ukulele design traces back to?

The banjo ukulele design was originally created by Alvin Keech in 1917.

Does the resonator body create noticeable volume when played acoustically for long sessions?

The banjo ukulele is recognised for its distinctive tone and ability to project sound in solo and ensemble settings.

Which tuning does the four-string configuration use so I can match my existing chord knowledge?

The instrument is a four-string ukulele tuned to standard ukulele tuning.

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