Description
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 and 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.
Specs:
- TOP: Mahogany
- BACK and SIDES: Mahogany
- NECK: Mahogany
- FINISH: Satin
- FINGERBOARD: Rosewood
- HEADSTOCK: Standard
- BRIDGE: Rosewood
- NUT: Graphtech TUSQ
- SADDLE: Composite
- TUNERS: Custom Black Die Cast
- TRUSS ROD: Yes
- STRINGS: Kala Round Wound
- ELECTRONICS: U?BASS? Active EQ
Willis Music Company has been serving the local community since 1899 and the online community since 2010. With our rich history, we have always had a focus on music education. From our internationally known educational piano catalog to one of the top retail music chains in America the focus on education has always remained. In 2005, Willis partnered with the Hal Leonard Corporation who now handles product development, production, and distribution for the Willis catalog in the America’s and beyond. With the 2013 acquisition of Moeller Music, Willis strengthened its commitment and dedication to school music programs in all markets. At the same time, Willis began representing the renowned Yamaha Band and Orchestra line of instruments. As a family-run company, all of us at Willis are tremendously proud of the legacy that began with Charles H. Willis so many years ago and continues through the Cranley Family today and we are committed to continuing with the same dedication for years to come. Our mission is to be the epitome of forte in your musical life. We strive to focus on people, offer the highest value in quality products and services, reach potential through empowerment, tradition of integrity, and enrich lives by encouraging music participation. Thank you for your trust in Willis Music Company and we will always strive to be your trusted music company.