Detail 01
18:1 open-gear ratio
Gives the tuner the stated precision for fine pitch adjustments.
Product detailSKU #1500000430120
GroverSta-Tite Ukulele With 18:1 Gear Ratio U98-18 Series Ebony Button Tuning Machines Gold
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built for a U98-18-series ukulele replacement, these gold Grover Sta-Tite machines pair open gears with an 18:1 ratio for small, controlled pitch adjustments. The die-cast plate keeps the tuner assembly lightweight, while the ebony button options let you alter its appearance. Check the 20 mm measurement to the post hole and 25.2 mm overall post length against the existing installation before treating it as a drop-in upgrade.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a U98-18-series tuner set while retaining its specified mounting format.
- Making fine tuning adjustments on a ukulele with open-gear machines.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
20 mm to post hole; 25.2 mm overall post length
These are the key post measurements to compare with the instrument.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the existing tuners are U98-18 series and compare both supplied post measurements.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What finish do these tuning machines have?
They have a gold finish with ebony buttons.
02Can the buttons be changed?
Yes. The ebony button options are interchangeable for a customized appearance.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gold
- Color Finish
- Black
2 detailsOther
- Open Gears
- 18:1 gear ratio for precise tuning
- 22 64 Quot Post Hole
- 20 mm post length to hole, 25.2 mm overall post length
