The Kala Revelator Night Owl Acacia Tenor Ukulele redefines modern ukulele craftsmanship, blending an ultra-slim body design with rich acoustic output inspired by British luthier Pete Howlett's original concept. Incldes a padded gigbag.
Described as an acoustic anomaly, this electro-acoustic tenor offers the full projection and resonance of a traditional full-depth body in a streamlined format that provides outstanding physical comfort and playing ease.
Engineered to maximise string energy transfer, the instrument pairs minimal top bracing with a player-focused soundhole position located right near your ears for immediate acoustic feedback.
Whether plugged into an amplifier on stage or played unamplified, it yields an articulate voice that responds dynamically to every nuance of your performance.
Solid Acacia Top & Okoume Body Construction
The soundboard features a solid acacia top, a tonewood renowned for its clear, pronounced acoustic projection and rich harmonic warmth. Similar in character to Hawaiian koa, acacia delivers a bright, articulate attack with balanced mid-range focus that sweetens over time. Supported by an okoume back and sides, the slimline body achieves impressive sustain while remaining lightweight and comfortable.
A protective gloss finish coats the body, enhancing the natural depth of the wood grain. For improved ergonomics, the lower and upper body edges feature beveled comfort contours, keeping your picking and forearm positioning relaxed during extended playing sessions.
Player-Oriented Design & Night Owl Porting
Positioned along the upper bout closer to the player's line of sight, the Night Owl soundhole delivers instant, direct monitoring without sacrificing forward sound projection. Combined with minimal internal top bracing, this layout allows the solid acacia top to vibrate freely, maximizing volume and clarity across the entire dynamic range.
Passive Piezo Electronics & Stage Versatility
Equipped with an onboard passive piezo pickup system, the Revelator Night Owl is completely stage-ready for direct amplification or studio interface tracking. The battery-free piezo setup preserves the natural voice of the solid top, offering a clean, reliable signal path that integrates seamlessly with external preamps, DI boxes, and acoustic amplifiers.
Tenor Scale Playability & Extended Access
Featuring a 17.1875" (43.7 cm) tenor scale length and a 38 mm nut width, the instrument provides comfortable string spacing for intricate fingerpicking and clean chord fretting. The okoume neck includes an internal carbon fibre stabilizer bar for structural rigidity and consistent action. Access to all 22 frets on the rosewood fingerboard is made effortless by a sharp Florentine cutaway and a smooth, seamless neck joint.
Kala Revelator Night Owl Acacia Tenor Ukulele Specifications
- Instrument Type - electro-acoustic tenor ukulele.
- Top Material - solid acacia.
- Back & Sides Material - okoume.
- Binding - ABS composite.
- Neck Material - okoume.
- Finish Type - gloss.
- Fingerboard Material - rosewood.
- Headstock - bezier curve headstock with white mother of pearl inlay.
- Bridge Material - engineered wood.
- Nut & Saddle Material - bone.
- Tuners - black open gear.
- Truss Rod - carbon fibre stabilizer bar.
- Strings Supplied - Aquila Nylgut tenor low G.
- Electronics - passive piezo.
- Cutaway - Florentine.
- Strap Button - chrome (x1).
- Scale Length - 17.1875" (43.7 cm).
- Nut Width - 38 mm.
- Number of Frets - 22.
- Included Accessories - Revelator deluxe padded logo gig bag.
An exceptional choice for gigging musicians and recording artists seeking an innovative, slimline instrument, the Kala Revelator Night Owl Acacia Tenor Ukulele offers premium acoustic projection and electro-acoustic versatility in equal measure.