Detail 01
18:1 gear ratio
Allows fine-tuned changes by turning the peg.
Product detailSKU #1500000430134
GroverSta-Tite Ukulele With 18:1 Gear Ratio U99-18 Series Rosewood Button Tuning Machines Gold
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
For a ukulele that calls for gold hardware with rosewood buttons, this U99-18 version combines that visual direction with an 18:1 ratio for detailed tuning changes. Turning the peg allows fine pitch adjustments, while the open-gear construction and die-cast plate are built for regular use. Its classic styling keeps the upgrade focused on both accurate intonation and the headstock’s appearance. It is relevant for ongoing practice, performance, or recording preparation where tuning needs close attention.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Outfitting a ukulele with gold machines and rosewood-button styling.
- Making fine pitch adjustments before practice, performance, or recording.
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
Die-cast plate
The tuning machines are mounted on a die-cast plate.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What finish does this version have?
It has a gold finish with rosewood buttons.
02Are the gears enclosed?
No. These machines use an open-gear construction.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gold
1 detailsOther
- 18
- 1 gear ratio for precise tuning
