New for 2010, the 3G Tone Rite, and available now from Hole in the Wood! Hot off the presses, and representing the most advanced design to date, Hole in the Wood now proudly offers the latest 3G, 3rd Generation ToneRite® models. Designed to sweeten your acoustic guitar's tone, ToneRite is a non-evasive, speedier alternative for maturing your acoustic, ukulele's or archtops tone. Simply plug it in and let ToneRite do the rest.
**THIS JUST IN** - the Ukulele version is available to fit most 4-string uke designs, from Soprano all the way up to Baritone sizes.
Some of the improvements of the 3rd generation Tone Rite models are provided below: - All New Electronics! The ToneRite® electronics have now been updated to be better then ever. This update allows for much finer control of intensity and harmonic content as well as being in-line with the ToneRite® for ease-of-use.
- New Elastone™ Feet! After over a year of research we are finally releasing our new Elastone™ feet. These feet not only fit better and are safe for long term use on instruments but also improve the energy transfer between the ToneRite® and your instrument. The result is quieter, more efficient, and faster.
- Environmentally Conscious Packaging! We are proud to say that all of our new packaging is made from post-consumer recycled materials and will be 100% recyclable. ToneRite, Inc is trying to do it's part to reduce our impact on the environment and we believe that providing ultra high quality packaging that is and can be recycled will go a long way.
ToneRite History
For centuries, well-versed musicians and luthiers have acknowledged the importance of playing instruments regularly to achieve and maintain their optimum sound. However, when accomplished musician and engineer Agapitus (Augi) Lye purchased a new cello, he lacked the time necessary to adequately play-in the instrument.
Utilizing his knowledge of acoustical physics and leaning on his engineering background, Augi worked to develop a tool which would virtually eliminate the years of play required for his instrument’s tone to mature. Surprised by the tonal improvements that had occurred in such a short time, fellow musicians and professionals urged Augi to continue his research and it was from his exploration that the first rudimentary version of the ToneRite was born in 2007.
Through their ambitious studies of acoustical physics, practiced musicians and experienced engineers Ryan Frankel, Hans Yeakel and Augi together formed ToneRite. Uniting tradition with technology, ToneRite has collaborated with luthiers and musicians from around the world to conduct meticulous research of the play-in process. This dedication to their field’s advancement has brought the ToneRite play-in device to fruition.
This product was added to our catalog on Thursday 05 August, 2010.
