The Yamaha GL1 is a popular guitalele, which is a unique hybrid instrument combining the size and portability of a baritone ukulele with the six nylon strings and playability of a classical guitar. It is a highly regarded travel-friendly instrument known for its quality and value.
Key Features and Specs
The Yamaha GL1 is praised by reviewers for its balanced tone and quality construction using select tonewoods.
Specification
Detail
Total Length
698 mm (27 1/2″)
Scale Length
433 mm (17″)
Tuning
Pitched up to “A” (A/D/G/C/E/A) (a perfect fourth higher than a standard guitar)
Top Material
Spruce
Back/Sides Material
Meranti / Locally Sourced Tonewood
Neck Material
Nato / Locally Sourced Tonewood
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Nut Width
48 mm (1 7/8″)
Strings
Nylon strings (medium tension recommended for standard tuning)
Finish
Matte finish (available in Natural, Black, Tobacco Brown Sunburst, and Persimmon Brown)