Detail 01
18:1 gear ratio
Provides the smooth, accurate tuning adjustment described for the Sta-Tite 97-18 series.

Independent shopping perspective
The gold Grover Sta-Tite 97-18 tuning machines use an 18:1 ratio for smooth, accurate adjustment. Die-cast plates establish the hardware's visual foundation, and the amber acrylic buttons bring a brown-toned detail to the instrument's appearance. The series also offers multiple button options, allowing its look to be customized. It is a focused tuner choice for players looking for measured tuning control alongside a particular button style.

Strong match
What matters in use
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 01
Provides the smooth, accurate tuning adjustment described for the Sta-Tite 97-18 series.
Detail 02
Forms the series' plate construction.
Detail 03
Adds the brown-toned button appearance named for this version.
Final check
Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
They use an 18:1 gear ratio.
This version has amber acrylic buttons.
The Sta-Tite 97-18 series is described as offering multiple button options.
Reference
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