Writing tuner reviews might seem like a pretty straightforward thing to do: you turn on the tuner and tune the strings. In reality, this requires a bit more research and exploration. The differences between products are often very subtle. In fact, the sheer process of tuning the strings of a guitar or bass guitar is delicate. Sounding good often requires patience and precision.
Some people can do all this without a tuner, and they are exceptionally gifted. I, like the majority of other musicians, rely on tuners, and I had an opportunity to try many different ones.
The Korg PitchHawk-G2 caught my eye with its blend of high visibility and practicality. An upgrade from the original PitchHawk, the G2 is designed to offer superior clarity and ease of use while maintaining Korg’s hallmark accuracy.
It packs plenty of features into a slim, convenient design, but does it live up to the reputation of Korg’s more powerful tuners?
Let’s break down the details in this Korg PitchHawk-G2 review.
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The Korg CA-50 is known for its straightforward functionality, simplicity, and reliability. As someone who has used various tuners, including clip-ons and pedal-based models, I found the CA-50 offers a distinct set of features.
Its compact design and enhanced display make it suitable for a broad range of musicians, from beginners to professionals. Below, I’ll outline the key aspects of this tuner, highlighting both its strengths and areas where it could be improved.
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As a guitarist constantly on the hunt for precision and reliability, I’ve used numerous tuners over the years. When I came across the TC Electronic UniTune Clip-On Tuner, I was intrigued, especially given TC’s reputation for innovation in the music industry.
After testing the product myself, reading reviews, and talking to other users, I can confidently say that this tuner lives up to the high standards we’ve come to expect from TC Electronic.
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When it comes to keeping my instrument in tune, I need something that is reliable, accurate, and easy to use. That’s what led me to consider the Snark SN-1X clip-on tuner, a tuner that I’ve not only tested myself but also researched extensively by reading other reviews and talking to fellow musicians who use it.
The reputation it has among guitar and bass players is well… mixed. And that is why I was eager to put it through its paces and see what the fuss was all about.
Read my Snark SN1X clip-on tuner review below!
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As a professional tuner, I’m always on the lookout for reliable and user-friendly tools to help musicians achieve optimal intonation. Recently, I had the opportunity to test out the Fender Flash 2.0 Rechargeable Tuner. This clip-on tuner promises fast and accurate tuning with a variety of features geared towards guitarists, bassists, and string players of all levels.
Let’s see what you can expect from it.
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Like many other Peterson products, I am well aware that even their clip-on tuners are some of the best in the industry.
The Peterson StroboClip HD is a clip-on tuner that boasts incredible accuracy (0.1 cents) and a high-definition display. It includes over 50 alternate tunings and historic temperaments, making it versatile for a variety of instruments besides the guitar.
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I’ll be honest — I use clip-ons more often than pedals. While pedals work perfectly for gigs, there’s something about clip-ons that makes them super convenient for everyday use. Probably the simplicity, and — as you’ll see in this Snark Air Tuner review — Snark likes to keep it simple.
Snark is a leading name in clip-on tuners and has released the innovative SNARK AIR®, a rechargeable tuner boasting exciting new features and a sleek design.
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When the opportunity to review the D’Addario Chromatic Pedal Tuner, model PW-CT-20, came my way, I was eager to see how it stacked up. Let me take you through my journey with this device, from the unboxing to a detailed analysis of its features, and finally, my overall impressions.
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Behringer TU300 was one of the most common tuner pedals I had a chance to stumble upon in my high school and college days when buying more expensive equipment wasn’t an option. In other words, the TU300 is a budget pedal, and, as such, it comes with some downsides I’ll point out in this review.
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Ernie Ball might not be the first thing to come to mind when thinking of tuning pedals, but the Californian company has actually had great success with a range of accessories, including the VPJR volume pedal. Now, they wanted to go out of the box with this product, adding a tuner on top of it.
I like my tuners to be tuners and volume pedals to stay that, but I must admit I was excited testing this tool.
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