I have the Klös concert, and I adore its bell-like tone. I took it with me to Cheltenham, got it out of a hot car, and it was perfectly in tune. Someone told me off for leaving it in the hot car, and it was great to be able to say "It doesn't matter, it's carbon fibre!"
Very very interesting. I am a big baritone fan and now I have another one to consider. Without your review checking out Klos would not have occurred to me. Thanks!!!!
I've been waiting for a baritone from Enya, but this sounds gorgeous. Guess I'm waiting for a lotto win now 😂 Not that I'm complaining about the price. That sound is worth the dosh.
I don’t play baritone but I really like this carbon ukulele. I also like that headstock. I would like this in a tenor. I agree that is a lot of money. I really love the sound! It surprised me. Another good one …thanks …DOC
My claim to fame is I bought the 1st klos baritone in the UK. I was looking for a high end baritone to add to my collection and jumped on this one with trepidation. I was hoping it wasn't thin or tinny sounding and I was pleasantly shocked how full,loud and mellow it is. I'm not embarrassed to say ive fell asleep with mine a few times after late night noodling 😂 I was told later batches had the upgraded ratio tuners as standard and had black tuning buttons. Mine were white which I think don't look as good as black, I swapped 2 out, so I have 2 white and 2 black and looks quite funky. Apparently the Nut was sharp and needed a good set up from Matt and I find the Amp controller sharp on the corner (maybe just mine?) but I love it and it may have just cured my UAS. Another gr8 review Barry, many thanks and so glad u rate it as highly as I do 👍😁
You did the right thing! One of the nicest baritones i've ever played Don't think they can have changed the tuners on later batches - because Adam Klos sent me this one direct only two weeks ago!
@@uknavynige Nothing really wrong with the tuners he sent me, but his spec sheet with it certainly said that the black ratio tuners are an extra cost option.
Beautiful instrument, amazing sound. If I win the lottery, it's coming home with me! I always say, that I don't prioritise how an instrument looks, as long as it sounds great but this one is breathtakingly gorgeous! 😍 Thanks Baz, as ever, Stay safe mate! 👍🏼
I like the carbon fibre look myself, and realise this is 'just a bigger version' - but something about the baritone makes it work so much better for me. Love it
So I was pining over one of these since December of last year. I was lucky enough to get the Klos Tenor back in March of this year but the Baritone is what I really wanted. Unfortunately they were backordered for quite a while at the time. This past June I managed to snag a Klos Baritone and it has become my everyday main Baritone, even replacing my Flight Aurora that I bought right after seeing your review of it. I still love my Aurora and play it as well, but my Klos Baritone will be with me till the day I die as carbon fiber will last generations. I completely agree with you that the nut width on the Tenor is a bit small for my fat fingers and it takes a great deal of effort to not mute unwanted strings, but the Baritone is an absolute joy to play for hours everyday. I will say though that I wasn't thrilled with the stock strings and replaced them with the Aquilla Lava ones and I am much happier with the sound and action.
Very impressive instrument. Warm rich tone, not muddy, very guitar-ish I think. It would be a great, "lay-around-the- house, grab-and-play" instrument. Leave it out of the case. I can think of a number of uses for it. I'd love to hear the tenor and concert versions. Sweet.
Bought mine (without pickup) from World of Ukes about 4 weeks ago. Barry says it all, warm and resonant and a great sound. Yes it’s expensive but what the hell…..sometimes you just gotta treat yourself!
Thanks for calling out those companies who pass off their composite on people who don’t know better as being carbon fiber. Bi directional CF is NOT the same as some ground up powdered CF material mixed into a plastic resin - the latter actually is easier to break and even shatters easier than most wood and with little effort (and no way to repair it). Btw, you can get any pickup you want installed by KLOS. It will cost extra, but they’ll install anything you want. If you want an LR Baggs, they’ll happily to do it - either you give them the money to buy it and pay an added install fee, OR you can mail one you provide and just add the install fee. You can also get a side sound port and other things done if you so choose. lol, I’m glad you remember those original videos with the trucks, submerging into pools, using them as bats, etc. Also, KLOS makes and gets all their parts in China - that’s how they keep the price down for a fully CF instrument as compared to other companies. They just get put together and setup to the customers’ requests in Utah. Read their old Kickstarter pages where this all gets explained - or ask them more about that. But still, it’s the more affordable fully CF instrument, and it doesn’t matter where the parts get made - I have had one of their original full sized hybrid guitars with a wood neck since they shipped 2018 (was gotten for me as a special gift from their 2017 Kickstarter) and have had an amazing experience with the instrument. Plus, they have amazing customer service and after-sales support (shoutout to Nico!) when needed. They are amazing as a team, as are the instruments - world class high quality.
I have a tenor from a Kickstarter where they offerd diffrent colored backs about maybe 7 years ago, mine has a dark purple back&sides. Wish mine had that new shape headstock though. Cool instrument! I think mine was less than half of that cost but a tenor is smaller and of course years have passed since then and mine is the wooden neck varity (with carbon fiber rods in it though).
@@GotAUkulele Yeah, many years has passed since then so memory is a bit fuzzy regarding it but I almost certainly found out about Klōs through you, must have been when I had just started taking an interest in ukes and recently found your awesome channel and website.
I have two carbon fiber Lava U ukuleles, a tenor and a concert. I really like them both; tone action, looks…it’s all good. I’d love to add a Klos to the collection but the price is too much of a reach for someone of my modest skills. I love that they are out there.
@@GotAUkulele I know. In 50 years of being an aviation mechanic I know carbon fiber. To me the Lava are close enough to true composite for the price point that I'm not offended by their claim. They are not just cheap plastic nor are they wood. They are certainly tougher than wood (I live on a boat for several months out of the year, bad environment that is hard on my wooden Ukes). I like the action and the tone of the Lavas. I would certainly like to have a Klos but the price point is simply absurd. Carbon fiber isn't cheap but it isn't that expensive. It is built up in a mold so there is less physical labor than is needed for wooden instruments. Lots of things is this world, maybe most, are not what is claimed. I own several well known brands of Ukes in all sizes, 10 in total. Only one of them is a cheap plastic one. It was gifted to me by my grandkids and was what got me started. I still play it and it holds the place of honor on my wall when I am back living in the apartment. If I sold all of them for what I paid, I would still be far short of affording the Klos; and I would have only one Ukulele to play. But I appreciate your comment as you are correct. The Lavas are not "real" carbon fiber. You would also be correct if you said, "The Klos is ridiculously expensive."
@@timakey4678 Sorry - for me they are NOT 'close enough' either. I know people who have dropped them (and also dropped the Enya Nova ukes - same material). They chip, crack and shatter. I have nothing against plastic ukes at all and play several, but the brands using the term 'carbon' when there is no carbon matting in the body are doing so to create the impression the instrument is something it is not. And if we are talking 'expensive' - the Lava is about three times the price of the Enya Nova, but is essentially the same thing. The Lava is famously over priced!
Literally just looking at this on their website for the first time and thought I should get one. Are these able to be re-fretted if they wear out eventually? Thanks for the video!
The Frets are a High-Quality Copper Nickel material, so that the softer strings last a long time. Our steel string instruments have stainless steel frets. Both fret options last a very very long time, but we could re-fret them if ever deemed necessary!
Good choice - I like through bridges myself - the most efficient way to transfer tension into the top. Pin bridges do the same, but these remove the pin hassle.
If this is the future so be it. But, this is too much of a departure from traditional builds and look for me. Nice deep tone. Always good reviews you give there.
I think this is a well made instrument, sounds quite nice in the video and will probably last for 3 lifetimes. Which is good bdcause i break almost everything i touch. However its out of my budget.
Respectfully disagree - I think this sounds easily on a par with similar priced wooden instruments. Know performing professionals like Phil Doleman using them now too - and he is very discerning about sound.
My new Klos electro-acoustic carbon baritone arrived today - my buying decision based on your excellent review here. I’m a very happy boy - thank you!
Thanks Del!
I have the Klös concert, and I adore its bell-like tone. I took it with me to Cheltenham, got it out of a hot car, and it was perfectly in tune. Someone told me off for leaving it in the hot car, and it was great to be able to say "It doesn't matter, it's carbon fibre!"
Very cool!
Glad you like it! Hot, Cold, no problem!
@@Klosguitarscarbonfiber I love it!
It looks and sounds terrific! Phil Doleman showed me his yesterday (my first, and probably last, piece of name dropping on the channel. ;) ).
Ah yes - saw Phil had one!
Very very interesting. I am a big baritone fan and now I have another one to consider. Without your review checking out Klos would not have occurred to me. Thanks!!!!
This would be a superb choice!
Lovely unique looking and sounding Uke. Really enjoyed the review. Balanced and fair as expected. Still can’t get over the sustain. Have a great week.
Glad you enjoyed it
What a sweet ukulele made of carbon fiber that sounds amazing.
I love it!
I've been waiting for a baritone from Enya, but this sounds gorgeous. Guess I'm waiting for a lotto win now 😂
Not that I'm complaining about the price. That sound is worth the dosh.
Well worth the money for that beautiful sound. Thanks Barry
Absolutely
I don’t play baritone but I really like this carbon ukulele. I also like that headstock. I would like this in a tenor. I agree that is a lot of money. I really love the sound! It surprised me. Another good one …thanks …DOC
My claim to fame is I bought the 1st klos baritone in the UK.
I was looking for a high end baritone to add to my collection and jumped on this one with trepidation. I was hoping it wasn't thin or tinny sounding and I was pleasantly shocked how full,loud and mellow it is.
I'm not embarrassed to say ive fell asleep with mine a few times after late night noodling 😂
I was told later batches had the upgraded ratio tuners as standard and had black tuning buttons.
Mine were white which I think don't look as good as black, I swapped 2 out, so I have 2 white and 2 black and looks quite funky.
Apparently the Nut was sharp and needed a good set up from Matt and I find the Amp controller sharp on the corner (maybe just mine?) but I love it and it may have just cured my UAS.
Another gr8 review Barry, many thanks and so glad u rate it as highly as I do 👍😁
You did the right thing! One of the nicest baritones i've ever played
Don't think they can have changed the tuners on later batches - because Adam Klos sent me this one direct only two weeks ago!
....🤔 hmm weird sure that's what Matt said, mine was from Wou, still It barely needs tuning anyway even from delivery 👍😳
@@uknavynige Nothing really wrong with the tuners he sent me, but his spec sheet with it certainly said that the black ratio tuners are an extra cost option.
I raised my eyebrows in amazement when I heard the sound. Such life in it.
Indeed!
Beautiful instrument, amazing sound. If I win the lottery, it's coming home with me!
I always say, that I don't prioritise how an instrument looks, as long as it sounds great but this one is breathtakingly gorgeous! 😍
Thanks Baz, as ever,
Stay safe mate! 👍🏼
I like the carbon fibre look myself, and realise this is 'just a bigger version' - but something about the baritone makes it work so much better for me. Love it
I played their tenor at a convention, loved it.
So I was pining over one of these since December of last year. I was lucky enough to get the Klos Tenor back in March of this year but the Baritone is what I really wanted. Unfortunately they were backordered for quite a while at the time. This past June I managed to snag a Klos Baritone and it has become my everyday main Baritone, even replacing my Flight Aurora that I bought right after seeing your review of it. I still love my Aurora and play it as well, but my Klos Baritone will be with me till the day I die as carbon fiber will last generations. I completely agree with you that the nut width on the Tenor is a bit small for my fat fingers and it takes a great deal of effort to not mute unwanted strings, but the Baritone is an absolute joy to play for hours everyday. I will say though that I wasn't thrilled with the stock strings and replaced them with the Aquilla Lava ones and I am much happier with the sound and action.
Nice!
I see what you mean about that sort of guitar-like quality but the warm sound convinces me of its ukulele heritage.
Very impressive instrument. Warm rich tone, not muddy, very guitar-ish I think. It would be a great, "lay-around-the- house, grab-and-play" instrument. Leave it out of the case. I can think of a number of uses for it. I'd love to hear the tenor and concert versions. Sweet.
Right on!
Great, honest review Barry. Much appreciated.
My pleasure!
Really nice! The price is not bad when you look at others with similar specs.
You can get a lot of very decent baritone for $1500 though. I just think maybe they should go more premium on the pickup and tuners for that money
I like it indestructible never worry about humidity again aside from the pickup this things pretty cool 🏝️💪
Very!
Gosh that sounds so good
Bought mine (without pickup) from World of Ukes about 4 weeks ago. Barry says it all, warm and resonant and a great sound. Yes it’s expensive but what the hell…..sometimes you just gotta treat yourself!
Good choice!!
Carbon Fibre is great for ukuleles . . . not so hot for deep sea submarines.
Very true!
Sounds pretty good !!!!
Probably one of the nicest sounding baritones i've ever played
Thanks for calling out those companies who pass off their composite on people who don’t know better as being carbon fiber. Bi directional CF is NOT the same as some ground up powdered CF material mixed into a plastic resin - the latter actually is easier to break and even shatters easier than most wood and with little effort (and no way to repair it).
Btw, you can get any pickup you want installed by KLOS. It will cost extra, but they’ll install anything you want. If you want an LR Baggs, they’ll happily to do it - either you give them the money to buy it and pay an added install fee, OR you can mail one you provide and just add the install fee. You can also get a side sound port and other things done if you so choose.
lol, I’m glad you remember those original videos with the trucks, submerging into pools, using them as bats, etc.
Also, KLOS makes and gets all their parts in China - that’s how they keep the price down for a fully CF instrument as compared to other companies. They just get put together and setup to the customers’ requests in Utah. Read their old Kickstarter pages where this all gets explained - or ask them more about that. But still, it’s the more affordable fully CF instrument, and it doesn’t matter where the parts get made - I have had one of their original full sized hybrid guitars with a wood neck since they shipped 2018 (was gotten for me as a special gift from their 2017 Kickstarter) and have had an amazing experience with the instrument. Plus, they have amazing customer service and after-sales support (shoutout to Nico!) when needed. They are amazing as a team, as are the instruments - world class high quality.
I have a tenor from a Kickstarter where they offerd diffrent colored backs about maybe 7 years ago, mine has a dark purple back&sides. Wish mine had that new shape headstock though. Cool instrument!
I think mine was less than half of that cost but a tenor is smaller and of course years have passed since then and mine is the wooden neck varity (with carbon fiber rods in it though).
I reviewed one of those - think they call them the 'hybrid' range now
@@GotAUkulele Yeah, many years has passed since then so memory is a bit fuzzy regarding it but I almost certainly found out about Klōs through you, must have been when I had just started taking an interest in ukes and recently found your awesome channel and website.
I have two carbon fiber Lava U ukuleles, a tenor and a concert. I really like them both; tone action, looks…it’s all good. I’d love to add a Klos to the collection but the price is too much of a reach for someone of my modest skills. I love that they are out there.
Those Lava are NOT carbon fiber - they just call it that, but it's not
@@GotAUkulele I know. In 50 years of being an aviation mechanic I know carbon fiber. To me the Lava are close enough to true composite for the price point that I'm not offended by their claim. They are not just cheap plastic nor are they wood. They are certainly tougher than wood (I live on a boat for several months out of the year, bad environment that is hard on my wooden Ukes). I like the action and the tone of the Lavas. I would certainly like to have a Klos but the price point is simply absurd. Carbon fiber isn't cheap but it isn't that expensive. It is built up in a mold so there is less physical labor than is needed for wooden instruments. Lots of things is this world, maybe most, are not what is claimed. I own several well known brands of Ukes in all sizes, 10 in total. Only one of them is a cheap plastic one. It was gifted to me by my grandkids and was what got me started. I still play it and it holds the place of honor on my wall when I am back living in the apartment. If I sold all of them for what I paid, I would still be far short of affording the Klos; and I would have only one Ukulele to play. But I appreciate your comment as you are correct. The Lavas are not "real" carbon fiber. You would also be correct if you said, "The Klos is ridiculously expensive."
@@timakey4678 Sorry - for me they are NOT 'close enough' either. I know people who have dropped them (and also dropped the Enya Nova ukes - same material). They chip, crack and shatter. I have nothing against plastic ukes at all and play several, but the brands using the term 'carbon' when there is no carbon matting in the body are doing so to create the impression the instrument is something it is not.
And if we are talking 'expensive' - the Lava is about three times the price of the Enya Nova, but is essentially the same thing. The Lava is famously over priced!
Wow!
Not a Bari player but WOW .
Might need to become a Bari player now! haha
@@Klosguitarscarbonfiber I'm a Lefty and Tenor works best for me.
superb instrument 🖤
seXy too, nicer headstock than on the tenör
Totally!
Great T!
Thanks - courtesy of Southern Ukulele Store!
Literally just looking at this on their website for the first time and thought I should get one. Are these able to be re-fretted if they wear out eventually? Thanks for the video!
Don't see why not?
The Frets are a High-Quality Copper Nickel material, so that the softer strings last a long time. Our steel string instruments have stainless steel frets. Both fret options last a very very long time, but we could re-fret them if ever deemed necessary!
I thought of you yesterday when an ad popped for a "carbon fiber" ukulele for twenty quid 😁
Ha ha!
I own this! I waited YEARS for someone to make a carbon baritone!! The only thing I don’t like is the wacky way they decided to make you string it.
Good choice - I like through bridges myself - the most efficient way to transfer tension into the top. Pin bridges do the same, but these remove the pin hassle.
Agree beautiful sound. Full carbon, not like Enya nova U pro. We know where is price difference.
If this is the future so be it. But, this is too much of a departure from traditional builds and look for me. Nice deep tone. Always good reviews you give there.
Been around for years to be honest
Love the review....I don't have a baritone........mmmmmmmmm!
One of the nicest baritones i've ever played
Next step FOR Klös: build a small submarine to go check the Titanic.
I think this is a well made instrument, sounds quite nice in the video and will probably last for 3 lifetimes. Which is good bdcause i break almost everything i touch. However its out of my budget.
I would own one of these if it weren't for the price...
Considering the materials, and place it was built, can see exactly why it cost this much.
My birthday is in a few days. Just sayin'! ....Otherwise, I'll just sell a kidney and buy this uke. Maybe their mando, too.
It's not indestructible. If you scratch the surface it will break.
Compared to any other ukulele it certainly is..
Try this with a wooden uke..
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@GotAUkulele I work with the stuff. It's strong till it's scratched. We replace the panels on planes.
I guess compared to 99% of ukes it's pretty damn sturdy
Looks are fine but sound is not there. Especially for $1400. You are much better off with wooden uke - unless you live in extremely humid place.
Respectfully disagree - I think this sounds easily on a par with similar priced wooden instruments. Know performing professionals like Phil Doleman using them now too - and he is very discerning about sound.
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