Gretsch Roots, Four Strings, One Great Uke
Most people know Gretsch for their drums and hollow-body electric guitars, but the company actually got its start making banjos and ukuleles back in the 1880s. The G9110 Concert Standard is a tip of the hat to that heritage — a no-fuss, great-sounding concert uke built around the tonewoods and construction that made Gretsch's early instruments so well-regarded.
The concert size sits nicely between a soprano and tenor — a little more volume and low-end depth than a soprano, but still compact and easy to hold. If you've been thinking about picking up a uke (or getting back into one), the G9110 is the kind of instrument that doesn't get in your way. It just plays.
This is a solid choice for anyone from a curious beginner to a seasoned player looking for a reliable, warm-sounding concert uke with genuine Gretsch character.
Mahogany Top, Back, and Sides
The G9110 is built with a laminated mahogany top, back, and sides — a wood choice that gives ukuleles a warm, rounded tone with a nice midrange presence. Mahogany tends to be forgiving and consistent, which makes it a popular choice for both practice instruments and performers who want reliable sound night after night.
Gretsch finishes this one with an open-pore semi-gloss treatment in Vintage Mahogany Stain. That open-pore approach means the finish doesn't seal off the wood completely, giving the instrument a more organic, natural look and feel rather than the plasticky sheen you sometimes see on budget ukes.
Ovangkol Fingerboard and Bone Nut
The ovangkol fingerboard is a thoughtful detail at this price point. Ovangkol is a dense, tight-grained tonewood — visually similar to rosewood but with its own character — that makes for a smooth playing surface across all 16 frets. It pairs with an ovangkol bridge, keeping the material consistent from neck to body.
The bone nut and saddle are another standout spec. Bone is widely regarded as one of the best materials for nut and saddle construction because it transfers string vibration efficiently and holds up well over time. Gretsch also strings the G9110 with Aquila Nylgut strings, which are a popular choice among uke players for their warm tone and playability right out of the box.
Neck Feel and Scale
The mahogany neck is shaped in a medium "U" profile — comfortable for most hand sizes without being too chunky or too thin. At 15" scale length and a 1.375" nut width, the G9110 falls right in the sweet spot for concert sizing. The open-back geared tuners keep things in tune reliably, which is especially helpful if you're newer to the instrument and still building your ear.
Product Features:
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Series: Gretsch Roots Collection
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Size: Concert
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Top: Laminated mahogany with open-pore semi-gloss finish
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Back & Sides: Laminated mahogany
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Neck: Mahogany, medium "U" profile
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Fingerboard: Ovangkol, 16 frets (12 to body)
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Bridge: Ovangkol
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Nut & Saddle: Bone, 1.375" nut width
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Scale Length: 15" (381 mm)
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Tuners: Open-back geared, nickel hardware
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Strings: Aquila Nylgut Concert
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Finish: Open-pore semi-gloss, Vintage Mahogany Stain
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Country of Origin: China
Brand: Gretsch
Model: G9110 Concert Standard Ukulele
SKU: 2732030321
Condition: New
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