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The revolutionary "play-in" simulator

ToneRite


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"The ToneRite® has made a dramatic difference in the tone of new instruments, and has helped to 'wake up' vintage instruments that haven't been played in years."
—Eric Schoenberg, Schoenberg Guitars

"All I know is the ToneRite works. It has caused several instruments in my shop to develop tone and response to a significant degree."
—Michael Lewis, luthier

"After one week with the ToneRite on the guitar, the voice of my LaVenezia opened-up beautifully!"
—Robert 'Bob' Benedetto, Benedetto Guitars, Inc.

The ToneRite is creating a buzz in the guitar world! This revolutionary device is based on the observation that the more an acoustic instrument is played, the faster it reaches its full tone and volume potential (its "play-in" period). The ToneRite applies direct vibration to a guitar at controlled frequencies, to simulate and accelerate the results that occur from actual playing. Many players report increased volume and dynamic range in their instruments after using the ToneRite.

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ToneRite
 
Item# Description In stock Price Quantity
0480 ToneRite, 110 volts Yes
$149.00

0481 ToneRite, with 220-volt adapter Yes
$169.00


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3rd Generation model!
Updated electronics
Finer control of intensity and harmonic content
More efficient, better fitting Elastone feet
Can be used on steel-string, archtop, classical and hollowbody guitars

The ToneRite is used between playing sessions; simply plug it into a wall outlet. It fits between the strings of a steel-string, archtop, classical or acoustic bass guitar (up to 2-5/32" / 55mm string spread) and rests against the bridge. The special Elastone feet are designed to safely and quietly maximize energy transfer to the instrument. The intensity of vibration can be controlled by a convenient dial on the power cord. The manufacturer recommends an initial usage of 72 hours, with subsequent usages to maintain and further "open up" the response of the instrument.

110 volts AC, 60Hz.
Also available with international 220 volt 50 Hz. power adapter.

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ToneRite
ToneRite
 
4.5 out of 5 stars
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5 1-21-2012
Gobsmacked

I plugged it onto my rebuilt 1954 Southern Jumbo ( new top, fretboard, bridge and finish )for 72 hours at the full setting and then gave it another 8 for luck. With trepidation I picked it up and strummed it. Gobsmacked- absolutly no change whatsoever, still sounded like a brand new constipated guitar, what a disappointment, what a waste of money. In desparation I stuck it back on again at the lowest setting for another 30 hours. Picked it up, strummed it and ------ GOBSMACKED,it sang it far exceeded all my expectations. Don't give up folks it works. Fantastic./

John TheAntique  UK Read my reviews (2)
5 12-21-2011
Awesome

This device really works!!! Anyone who owns acoustic guitars should invest in a ToneRite - it's worth every penny.

Dan R  USA Read my reviews (5)
3 12-02-2011
It works! But...

My guitars sound better especially my adirondack spruce top, so I like the tonerite! However I ordered 220v version but I get 110v with an adaptor which dead after a few days of usage. I hope I could get the true 220v one as I expected and pay for. Or at lease there should be an information that i will 110v with adaptor when I order 220v one

Vuthichai  Bangkok, Thailand
StewMac responds

Vuthichai,
We apologize for the inconvenience and we are sending you a replacement adapter. We've adjusted our copy and pictures, as you suggested. Thank you for your feedback!

4 8-31-2011
I think it works therefore it works...

Well I tried it on my Carvin Cobalt 12-string,which guitar has felt quite "stiff" since new. Ran the ToneRite for a solid week at varying intensities. Then changed the strings and tried the guitar.
The instrument "seems" to feel and sound better, has a more connected response and is generally a nicer playing experience. No science in my testing or use of the ToneRite, just plain feeling and hearing. I think it was quite worth the $$ and effort!

jsmith  FL Read my reviews (2)
5 8-31-2011
Works well. Improves the sound of a guitar.

The ToneRite has worked well for me by improving the sound of my guitars. One way to describe the change is to say that each one sounds more like itself. It also seems to "mellow out" the sound. I first used it on a hybrid archtop/flattop guitar which had a definite edge to the sound.

The Tone Rite mellowed it out and to me it sounds like it would after being played for many years. The second experiment was with a 1953 Gibson L7. I didn't think it could sound any better but I was surprised how good it sounds now. All in all I'd say it works as advertised. The changes are subtle but they are there.

One small nit. It only works on steel string guitars. Doesn't work on classical or bass guitars so you would have to by one for each instrument.

Frank Sole  Green Village, NJ
5 8-30-2011
Tonerite 3G

This thing does everything it says on the tin. I used it on my Taylor 512 which had not been played for about 6 months. The sound it produce after 72 hours on medium setting was nothing short of stunning! I am well impressed, money well spent with no regrets. Highly Recommended Product.

BeeGee  UK
5 8-19-2011
ToneRite

When it arrived I put it to work on a mountain duclimer I'd just finished. Like others, I was amazed at what it accomplished overnight. Five days later was even more amazing. It works.

wayne simms  Bennington, Oklahoma
5 7-08-2011
niceeeeeeee

brings your guitar to life ...

Raj Pereira  dubai, UAE Read my reviews (5)
5 6-25-2011
Update on Tonerite/HD28

I've had the Tonerite on the HD28 for a bit longer now and would like to change my rating to 5 stars! The guitar's performance is definitely more noticeably improved!

Normhart  Guam Read my reviews (2)
4 6-19-2011
Tonerite w/HD28

I did the recommended 144 hours on full settings with my '96 Martin HD28. Actually, the guitar was already loud enough to begin with so I was curious what the Tonerite would do to it. What I perceived initially as loss of bass response was more emphasis on mids and highs giving the guitar a more even response rather than the somewhat bass heaviness it had prior to the Tonerite.

After a few days, it seemed to get its bass back to some degree and now it's just the way I expected -nice and full but more 'even'. I figured this as a kind of 'settling in' period after the treatment. Another thing is that the strings I used to restring were ones I've never used before (d'Addario med phosphors) -I'd normally used Martin or Martin SP+ so I'm not too sure if this had anything to do with differences before and after that I might have perceived.

Recently, I've been using the lower settings and that seems to be working well. I'll be trying it out on my electric next just to see if there'd be any benefit. It's my 2004 Fender '54 Anniversary master build. I figure if it works with it, it'll make the guitar even more like a 'real' vintage instrument!

Normhart  Guam Read my reviews (2)
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