Gretsch Mahogany Soprano G9100
These won our best in show at the 2012 NAMM. Finally we get some in, and they don't dissapoint! A classy vintage look in a resonate tenor with great intonation, quality construction, and a price tag well under 200. It even comes with a descent gig bag!
Gretsch has designed and produced a soprano patterned after their 1940's model. Only real difference is that they recently started to install geared tuners on these as you can see, but It has a real vintage vibe which can really put you in the mood for some classic uke playing. Gretsch copied the original stain of the mahogany, sheen of the satin finish, and it really also has that same "punchy" tone ukes were first loved for.....AND, while it may not be as cheap as what the original sold for, that was 1940! This is about as good of a value as you will find in 2015 for a uke this cool.
Corey gives us a "dry" sound sample.We use transparent audio recording equipment and are dedicated to showing true tone.
All this uke needs is just 30-40 minutes on our setup bench to make it one of the best $100 sopranos on the market! Note: there is a vintage style "handmade" look to these "Roots Series" models from Gretsch. The aesthetic is often less than perfect. Rest assured, we reject any medium to major blemishes, but most have slight differences in shade for small areas of the stained mahogany and they sometimes show slight sandpaper brushes under the finish at parts, both of which you can see this in the pics and video if you look for it. This is also common in their vintage ukes though and for many, part of this models charm. We mention it though to say, this model isn't for those looking to admire something visually flawless. However, we choose to offer it for a reason. It's a good little musical mate with a retro vibe.
Any music store that says these don't need to be setup simply doesn't want to do the work or doesn't know how to properly get the best feel and tone from each ukulele. We call it a "custom" setup because each instrument is unique and requires different things to be it's best. This is our art and we would like to share it with you.
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Gretsch G9100 Soprano Standard Ukulele
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| Options |
Build Your Own Package! You can customize your order in many ways. These automatically come with a Gretsch embroidered gig bag. We can also include the Uke crazy canvas covered case for better protection. That can be seen in the cases section under the accessories tab. Also on this listing you can... 3. Add a Clip On Tuner - for $5 off normal price & Add a set of Aquila strings discounted also. Put a note in the special instructions for or any specific setup instructions(i.e. string for left-handed, I play light and like very low action etc....) Aloha |
| Brand | Gretsch |
Shipping Information
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SHIPPING CARRIER OPTIONS:
FedEx is our primary shipping carrier, all orders that qualify for free domestic shipping will be sent using FedEx. UPS and DHL can also be chosen as alternative options upon checkout, USPS is only used for smaller accessory orders.
As soon as the shipping label is created you will be automatically notified via email with tracking information. All packages will be shipped with a signature requirement by default. If you do not wish to have a signature requirement you will need to notify us, either by leaving a note in the “special instructions” when adding the item(s) to your shopping cart or by emailing our shipping department directly. Any shipping related requests (hold/delay/address change) should also be directed to our shipping department ( [email protected]).
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UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE PERMIT: If your ukulele contains any amount of shell inlay (abalone or pearl) it will require a permit to be shipped internationally. The cost of this permit is $93.00 USD. We will handle the paperwork and file the permit for you, but the cost of all duties and fees are the responsibility of the customer.
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ACCESSORY AND CASE ORDERS: While non-instrument orders for cases and accessories do not require the same processing time needed for instruments, they do require time for processing and packing. The typical processing time for accessory/case orders is (1-4 business days) depending on current order volume.
CURRENT SETUP PROCESSING TIMES AND DETAILS ARE LOCATED UNDER THE “SETUP OPTIONS” TAB.*
*If you would like to receive your instrument as soon as possible you can forego the full setup process by selecting the “Basic QC Only” option or by selecting the “Full Setup RUSH” option when adding instruments to your shopping cart. More details are available under the “Setup Options” tab.
Setup Options
Current Turnaround Time: Amount of time it takes before shipment-
Full Setup: 10-14 Business Days
Basic Quality Control: 2-3 Days
BASIC QUALITY CONTROL covers inspecting the instrument for any major defects that would have been missed by the factory and any faults in construction that could potentially damage or limit the functionality of the instrument over time. Any defective instruments are rejected and replaced. We make sure that each Ukulele meets the basic standard for a brand new instrument and will be ready to play once you receive it. A final cleanup is also included after inspection before packing and shipment.
Full Setup - FREE for all Ukuleles $399 and over / $20.00 for Ukuleles from $300-399 / $30.00 for Ukuleles Under $300
Includes:
-Overall QC evaluation: To find defects in construction as well as to get an overall view of the instrument and note the areas that need extra attention and adjustment during the setup.
-Saddle Adjustment: The height of the saddle is lowered to reduce the distance between the strings and the fretboard, making it easier to play than the factory setup, especially higher up the fretboard.
-Nut Slot Adjustment: The depth, width, and angle of the nut slots are adjusted to create a more comfortable playing experience especially on the lower frets.
-Fret Dressing: After adjusting the nut and saddle heights, high spots in the fretboard or uneven frets will potentially cause fret buzz, dead spots, or other unwanted problems. The frets are filed to create a more consistent level across the fretboard. We then crown the frets to return their rounded curvature back to the top of each fret creating a clear contact point for each string. We then smooth and polish the frets and condition the fingerboard to bring them back to new condition.
-Final Cleanup: We always do a final overall cleanup of the instrument to make sure it is in new condition and ready to play before it is prepared for shipment.
Rush Setup & Delivery - Additional $50.00
The RUSH SETUP AND DELIVERY service is for customers who would still like to receive everything included in the full setup but on a shorter time frame. One of our setup technicians will work overtime outside of normal business hours to complete the setup within 2-3 days of the order being placed and immediately hand it over to the shipping department for packing and shipment. The $50.00 rush charge is in addition to the cost of the full setup.
Additional services (see individual product listings to add these services to your order)
Re-stringing: We will replace the factory installed stock string set with a new set of your choosing. Select the “replace stock strings” option when adding your desired string set to the shopping cart.
Strap Button Installation: 1-2 buttons are installed to allow the use of a strap. Color options available.
Pickup installation: for players who would like the option to play or record with amplification.
Friction Tuner Upgrade (friction tuners only): We offer upgrade options for select instruments with friction tuners to be retrofitted with new geared tuners for better precision and comfort when tuning.
Left-handed Setup: Left-handed setups are also available upon request. Occasionally an additional charge may be added for compensated saddles on select models.