Yamaha GL1 Guitalele

The Yamaha GL1 is a guitalele: a six-string, nylon-strung instrument with the compact size of a ukulele and the string layout of a classical guitar. If you already play guitar, the six strings mean chord shapes and fingerpicking patterns carry straight over to a much smaller body. If you’re coming from ukulele, it’s an approachable step towards guitar-style playing.

The GL1 pairs a spruce top with Meranti back and sides. The neck is Nato, topped with a Rosewood fingerboard. Nylon strings sit comfortably under the fingertips, which helps during longer practice sessions and suits beginners still building up their hands.

Because it’s lightweight and small, the GL1 is easy to take travelling, keep by the sofa for quick practice, or bring along to casual sessions. It works across a range of styles, from classical pieces to contemporary songs, whether you’re just starting out or already an experienced player wanting something portable.

• Six-string guitar layout in a ukulele-sized body
• Nylon strings for comfortable playing
• Spruce top with Meranti back and sides
• Nato neck with Rosewood fingerboard