Karaoke Bay Series

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The Karaoke Bay Series (KBA)

Firstly, at the Karaoke Shack, we understand that new karaoke discs are few and far between presently. Those heady days, when boat loads of karaoke discs came off the production line by many different firms, are no more. However, there are still new karaoke disc collectors trickling onto the karaoke scene. Obviously, they will need information about the various karaoke manufacturers old and new. Also, they are seeking information about the quality of the discs produced by them. In a word, join in with us and help out the karaoke community.
Karaoke Bay - Pure Funk

Just to point out, looking at the disc labels, it’s clear to see that some are 8+8. In effect, this means they only have 8 songs. To clarify this, it means there are 8 tracks non-vocal and 8 tracks with-vocals. While there are many people who like this situation, many don’t. Indeed, for the new karaoke disc collector looking for the most karaoke tracks, this is not value for money. However, some find the with-vocal tracks help them to learn a particular song. Basically, it is down to what your requirements are.

On the whole, we found there was a lot of Karaoke Bay discs for sale all over the internet. In brief, they were selling at various prices. Indeed, we found Karaoke Bay discs from very cheap to standard priced, mint condition discs. In fact, some are still available complete with cellophane wrappers!

To Clarify The Discs

Indeed, we will list all the Karaoke Bay disc id numbers. In general, we found the disc id numbers were pretty confusing with 8 digits. However, this is how all KJ’s who sent in information listed them. Indeed, readers will note that they all end with a number 2. In fact, there was no need for this. But, if that identifies the Karaoke Bay, so be it!

In the first place, after inspecting the Karaoke Bay disc identity numbers, it is clear that there are gaps. However, if we are to add discs to our list we would need clarification that the ‘missing’ discs actually exist. Also, we hope that anyone who is willing to help out with a small review will do so. Obviously, this will help other potential buyers and karaoke collectors. This is because it helps them to make sound decisions before parting with their cash.

Karaoke Bay KBA28652 - Front - Male Country - CDG
Karaoke Bay KBA33242 - Front - Elvis Presley song list
Karaoke Bay KBA34802 - Front - Crowd Pleasers - song books

Karaoke Bay KBA21xxx Series:

KBA21692
KBA21712
KBA21722
KBA21772
Karaoke Bay - Male Country Volume 3
Karaoke Bay - rock hits now volume 1
Karaoke Bay - sing n'sync

Karaoke Bay KBA22xxx Series Also:

KBA22712
KBA22722
KBA22782
KBA22792
KBA22802
KBA22812
KBA22822
KBA22832
KBA22842
KBA22852
KBA22862
KBA22872
KBA22882
KBA22892
KBA22902
KBA22912
KBA22922
KBA22932
KBA22942
KBA22952
KBA22962
KBA22972

Karaoke Bay KBA26xxx Series Also:

KBA26872

Karaoke Bay KBA27xxx Series Also:

KBA27432
KBA27442
KBA27462
KBA27472
KBA27482
KBA27492
KBA27502
KBA27522
KBA27532
KBA27542
KBA27612
KBA27622
KBA27652
KBA27662
KBA27672
KBA27682
Karaoke Bay - Country Music Hall Of Fame Disc
Karaoke Bay - 16 duet hits
Karaoke Bay - Creed and U2

Karaoke Bay KBA28xxx Series Also:

KBA28062
KBA28072
KBA28082
KBA28212
KBA28222
KBA28232
KBA28242
KBA28252
KBA28262
KBA28272
KBA28282
KBA28292
KBA28302
KBA28322
KBA28332
KBA28362
KBA28382
KBA28392
KBA28402
KBA28422
KBA28432
KBA28452
KBA28462
KBA28472
KBA28482
KBA28492
KBA28512
KBA28522
KBA28602
KBA28652
KBA28662
KBA28672
KBA28682
KBA28932
KBA28962
KBA28992

Karaoke Bay KBA29xxx Series Also:

KBA29022
KBA29032
KBA29042
KBA29202
KBA29222

Karaoke Bay KBA30xxx Series Also:

KBA30302
KBA30432
KBA30472
KBA30582
KBA30602
KBA30612
KBA30622
KBA30632
KBA30642
KBA30652
KBA30662
KBA30672
KBA30682
KBA30692
KBA30702
KBA30712
KBA30722
KBA30732
KBA30742
KBA30752
KBA30862
KBA30872
KBA30912
KBA30932
KBA30942
KBA30982
KBA30992

Karaoke Bay KBA32xxx Series Also:

KBA32202
KBA32212
KBA32222

Karaoke Bay - Barn Burners - hot country
Karaoke Bay - Christmas Tradition
Karaoke Bay - Grease and other 50's hits

Karaoke Bay KBA33xxx Series Also:

KBA33152
KBA33162
KBA33172
KBA33242
KBA33252
KBA33262
KBA33272
KBA33282
KBA33292
KBA33302
KBA33472
KBA33482
KBA33512
KBA33522
KBA33532
KBA33542
KBA33552
KBA33572
KBA33582
KBA33592
KBA33602
KBA33732
KBA33742
KBA33762
KBA33772
KBA33782
KBA33792
KBA33802
KBA33812
KBA33822
KBA33832
KBA33842
KBA33852
KBA33862
KBA33872
KBA33882
KBA33902
KBA33912
KBA33932
KBA33942
KBA33952
KBA33962
KBA33972
KBA33982

Karaoke Bay KBA34xxx Series Also:

KBA34802
KBA34812
KBA34822
KBA34832

Karaoke Bay KBA35xxx Series Also:

KBA35322
KBA35492 A+B
KBA35502 A+B

To Sum Up

Just to point out the obvious, these Karaoke Bay discs all end in a number two. This obviously makes things slightly more difficult to work with in karaoke books. This is because it adds that extra number to the disc identity which is totally unnecessary. In general, the ‘average’ human can remember five numbers and letters in a row comfortably. But, after five we tend to forget things. So keeping the karaoke disc id numbers down to a minimum should have been a priority.

That said, it shouldn’t distract us from the overall aim of the Karaoke Shack. Obviously, that is to find out which set of karaoke discs are worth chasing up to buy. However, our policy is that staff here remain tight lipped. Indeed, we leave all reviews and comments to the members. This obviously gives independent opinions. Generally speaking, karaoke collectors now and in the future need all the information they can get.
Karaoke Bay Martina McBride and Jo Dee Messina - join the forum
So, if you have any of these discs, please make a comment or two.  It is the quality of the music and on-screen lyrics that we basically have an interest in. But, not forgetting price. The cost comes last because most of these karaoke discs are old and should be available cheaper than new discs.

Indeed, if you know how to work the marketplace you can make it a lot cheaper! For example, ebay is a great place to look for these discs. Obviously, don’t bid higher than you should. After all, they will come back around again for sure if you miss out the first time. However, just remember that there is no substitute for quality. So, weigh up what you know about these karaoke discs with cost. Of course, the ultimate aim is to get the best quality karaoke collection cheaper.

Finally

On the whole, should you have any Karaoke Bay discs, please consider making a small review of their quality.
The Karaoke Shack Forum will be here for all discussions about Karaoke Bay discs and all othe karaoke matters.
Obviously, we all want to know your opinions as to the sound quality. Moreover, what are the on-screen lyrics like? Also, any experience you have had with them, we all want to know – seriously! This is because, with so many karaoke labels, we want to establish whether we should accept or reject these. One final point here, we are also looking to eliminate dupes as well.

Karaoke Bay Song Book Also

We now have the information about the discs and the opinions of others. However, we need the track listing for Karaoke Bay. Indeed, we have this available. As previously noted, it was a pain putting all this together. However, after many months, we managed to compile a complete list. So, if the disc is in the list above, the track listing is also available. Finally, if you know of any discs not on the list, let us know. In short, click the link below for the song list.

View The Song Book

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2 Responses to Karaoke Bay Series

  1. ctlw83 says:

    It appears that Sterling/UAV, the company which produced this series of Karaoke CD’s went bust in 2006. UAV was largely a VHS company and distributed everything from Disney films to these CDs. Archive.org versions of karaokebay.com seem to confirm this. After 2006 the website was parked and then squatted.

    A friend of mine got ahold of KBA33872 and I just ran through some of the tracks. My overall impressions are as follows.

    The overall sound seems accurate but, not high-end studio quality sound. The instruments are pretty authentic but, it sounds about the same as if a local garage band went to a cheaper local studio to produce an album. It is more “raw” and unpolished than the originals but, not a bad sound overall.

    Backup vocals seem to take a minimalist approach. There aren’t a lot of them but, the singers are spot-on when present.

    I couldn’t really tell off the top of my head if the key or tempo of the songs were accurate but, they seemed close to me.

    Overall, I’d give this a 6 or 7 out of 10 but, will round up to 7 overall. This label appears to be dirt-cheap used or new on Amazon and eBay.

  2. Jeff_Ehlert says:

    While I have several Karaoke Bay discs, and I like most of them, there are some outstanding ones. My favorite is Crazy by Patsy Cline, and it is on more than one disc.
    The company did go under in 2006, but they are not (IMO) a bad buy

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