Since there seems to be a hundred different threads about this unique instrument, I thought I'd go ahead and start a Ubass club. (since nobody else has). That way we can have a main thread to exchange info and attempt to answer questions instead of having info scattered all over the place. Whatcha think? anyone else in?
I'll go ahead and hand out numbers to anyone who wants one.
I hate being #1 but since I'm starting the club, I guess I'll be #1.
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Kala Website
Road Toad music This is Owen Holt's (designer of the Ubass) personal webpage. He custom makes some beautiful instruments. Well worth the time to look around.
Bassuke.com Also Owen Holt's page
Kala Uke facebook page This is Mike Upton's (president of Kala Ukes) facebook page with a discussion forum. Mike has answered several of my questions personally through email and on his facebook page. A+
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Technical info/FAQ pertaining to the Ubass
Here is a video about installing the polyurethane strings. Very informative.
String height/ setup
The string height spec is 4-5mm measuring from the top of the 12th fret to the bottom of the E string. This height gives the proper string angle/downpressure for the string to work with the pickup.
How to install a new tuner on your U-Bass 2
On the question of string longevity, Mike Upton at Kala said: "The strings won't breakdown material wise. The only thing that they suffer from is stretching. I would think that they would be fine for at least a year but could well last several years depending on the use."
He also said:"The U-Bass has Regular tension strings. We probably will release a Red and blue set next year."
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Other Uke stuff
This is a pretty cool uke forum Ukulele Underground
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A word to the wise !
This instrument has a different feel and sound from a bass guitar or anything else you may have played. Unless you are into taking chances, (some folks are) go to a music store and try one out FIRST before buying! This is a unique instrument and it will not feel or sound like your fender jazz!
I'll go ahead and hand out numbers to anyone who wants one.
I hate being #1 but since I'm starting the club, I guess I'll be #1.
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[Invalid or Expired Link Removed]
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Kala Website
Road Toad music This is Owen Holt's (designer of the Ubass) personal webpage. He custom makes some beautiful instruments. Well worth the time to look around.
Bassuke.com Also Owen Holt's page
Kala Uke facebook page This is Mike Upton's (president of Kala Ukes) facebook page with a discussion forum. Mike has answered several of my questions personally through email and on his facebook page. A+
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Technical info/FAQ pertaining to the Ubass
Here is a video about installing the polyurethane strings. Very informative.
String height/ setup
The string height spec is 4-5mm measuring from the top of the 12th fret to the bottom of the E string. This height gives the proper string angle/downpressure for the string to work with the pickup.
How to install a new tuner on your U-Bass 2
On the question of string longevity, Mike Upton at Kala said: "The strings won't breakdown material wise. The only thing that they suffer from is stretching. I would think that they would be fine for at least a year but could well last several years depending on the use."
He also said:"The U-Bass has Regular tension strings. We probably will release a Red and blue set next year."
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Other Uke stuff
This is a pretty cool uke forum Ukulele Underground
******************************
A word to the wise !
This instrument has a different feel and sound from a bass guitar or anything else you may have played. Unless you are into taking chances, (some folks are) go to a music store and try one out FIRST before buying! This is a unique instrument and it will not feel or sound like your fender jazz!
