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product_id: 276911477
title: "Acoustic Guitalele, Gl1 – A Hybrid Between Guitar And Ukulele (70 cm) With 6 Strings (3 Nylon/3 Metal Wound, Commonly Known As Nylon String Set) Fitted GiGBag Black"
brand: "yamaha"
price: "R4077"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Yamaha"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/276911477-acoustic-guitalele-gl1-a-hybrid-between-guitar-and-ukulele-70
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Spruce & nato tonewoods for rich balanced sound Compact 70 cm size with fitted gig bag 6-string hybrid tuning A/D/G/C/E/A Acoustic Guitalele, Gl1 – A Hybrid Between Guitar And Ukulele (70 cm) With 6 Strings (3 Nylon/3 Metal Wound, Commonly Known As Nylon String Set) Fitted GiGBag Black

**Brand:** yamaha
**Price:** R4077
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Small Size, Big Stage Vibes – Own the sound that turns heads!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Acoustic Guitalele, Gl1 – A Hybrid Between Guitar And Ukulele (70 cm) With 6 Strings (3 Nylon/3 Metal Wound, Commonly Known As Nylon String Set) Fitted GiGBag Black by yamaha
- **How much does it cost?** R4077 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/276911477-acoustic-guitalele-gl1-a-hybrid-between-guitar-and-ukulele-70)

## Best For

- yamaha enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted yamaha brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Premium Tonewoods:** Crafted from spruce and nato woods for clear, balanced resonance across all notes.
- • **Big Sound, Mini Body:** Experience Yamaha’s signature rich tone in a travel-friendly 70 cm guitalele.
- • **Ready to Go Anywhere:** Includes a sleek black gig bag—ideal for lessons, travel, or spontaneous jam sessions.
- • **Effortless Playability:** Soft nylon strings and expertly scaled fretboard make it perfect for beginners and pros alike.
- • **Hybrid 6-String Tuning:** Unique A/D/G/C/E/A tuning blends guitar familiarity with ukulele charm.

## Overview

The Yamaha GL1 Guitalele is a 70 cm hybrid instrument combining the playability of a guitar with the portability of a ukulele. Featuring 6 strings (3 nylon, 3 metal wound) tuned A/D/G/C/E/A, it’s crafted from premium spruce and nato woods for a balanced, clear tone. Lightweight and compact, it comes with a fitted gig bag, making it perfect for beginners and traveling musicians seeking Yamaha’s trusted quality and rich sound.

## Description

Buy Yamaha Acoustic Guitalele, Gl1 – A Hybrid Between Guitar And Ukulele (70 cm) With 6 Strings (3 Nylon/3 Metal Wound, Commonly Known As Nylon String Set) Fitted GiGBag Black online on desertcart.ae at best prices. ✓ Fast and free shipping ✓ free returns ✓ cash on delivery available on eligible purchase.

Review: Perfect
Review: wow what an exciting instrument. Body is about the size of a tenor uke sounds very uke, but plays like guitar. I bought this for my son who is a beginner and it is literally perfect for him. The fret board and instrument size make it easy to use for all sizes. Plus its a yamaha so great quality great functionality and great value for money

## Features

- True Yamaha quality crafted for playability and tone: the little guitar with a big sound. An inspirational mini acoustic - balanced tone with even, clear response from high to low notes
- A 6-string, quarter size instrument crafted with select tonewoods such as spruce and nato / With a robust construction and tuning (A/D/G/C/E/A) for an impressive sound
- Even and accurate fret positioning ensures the guitalele stays in tune as you play along the full range of the neck/Expertly scaled for comfort with simple and stable quality tuning gears
- Easy-to-play soft, nylon strings for players of all abilities (learners, children or adults)/Fitted gig bag and compact, small size for travel or taking to lessons
- Items delivered: 1x Yamaha GL1 Guitalele in Black with Matt Finish, 1x Yamaha black fitted guitar bag/Warranty and guitar info literature

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00AA6987K |
| Back Material | Meranti Wood |
| Body Material | Wood |
| Color Name | black |
| Country Produced In | indonesia |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,082) |
| Date First Available | 7 December 2012 |
| Fretboard Material | Sonokeling Wood |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | No pickup |
| Item Weight | 998 g |
| Item model number | GL1BL |
| Material Type | Wood Spruce Wood Nato Wood |
| Neck Material Type | Nato Wood |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 71 x 23 x 8 cm; 997.9 g |
| Proficiency Level | Beginner |
| Size | Full Size |
| String Material | Nylon |
| Top Material | Spruce Wood |

## Product Details

- **Back material type:** Meranti Wood
- **Body material:** Wood
- **Brand:** Yamaha
- **Colour:** black
- **Top material type:** Spruce Wood

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***. on 5 January 2026*

Perfect

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***P on 16 January 2026*

wow what an exciting instrument. Body is about the size of a tenor uke sounds very uke, but plays like guitar. I bought this for my son who is a beginner and it is literally perfect for him. The fret board and instrument size make it easy to use for all sizes. Plus its a yamaha so great quality great functionality and great value for money

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by 名***雪 on 23 April 2025*

６弦でギターのように扱え、譜面の齟齬もなく、なにより小ぶりで取り回しが良いのが最高です。チューニングは狂いやすいですが、合わせている時間も愛おしい。 原曲キーとかけ離れすぎてギターでは弾きにくい曲には、これで弾き語りをしています。響きは劣りますけど個室では十分です。むしろこっちがメインになりつつある。

## Frequently Bought Together

- Yamaha GL1 Mini 6-String Nylon Guitalele Black
- D'Addario Pro Arté Nylon Classical Guitar Strings, EJ45, Normal Tension, 6-String Set, Pack of 1
- D'Addario XT Coated Classical Guitar Strings - XTC46 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - Hard Tension

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-11*