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Type | Polyphonic Tuner |
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Tuning Range | A0 (27.5 Hz) to C8 (4186 Hz) |
Bypass Mode | True Bypass |
Current Draw | 45 mA |
Display | LED |
Tuning Modes | Chromatic, Polyphonic |
Accuracy | ±0.5 cent |
Input | 1/4" TS (unbalanced) |
Output | 1/4" TS (unbalanced) |
Power Supply | 9V DC |
Weight | 300 g |
Input Impedance | 1 MOhm |
Output Impedance | 100 Ohm |
Reference Pitch | A4 = 435 to 445 Hz (1 Hz steps) |
Critical safety advice regarding fire, electrical shock, liquids, modifications, and installation.
All servicing must be performed by qualified personnel; conditions requiring service.
Compliance with FCC rules for Class B digital devices and Canadian ICES-003.
PolyTune™ revolutionizes guitar and bass tuners with its polyphonic tuning capabilities.
1/4 inch mono jack input and true bypass output for connecting instruments and amplifiers.
Identifies tuner on/off, Drop D access, display screen, note indicator, and mode toggle buttons.
Locations for 9VDC power input and service port for maintenance.
Connect your instrument via the input jack. Remove jack to conserve battery when not in use.
Connect the output to an amp or mixer. True bypass preserves your tone when the tuner is bypassed.
Use a 9 VDC power supply or daisy-chain power to other pedals via the power out jack.
Toggle between Polyphonic, Chromatic, Guitar/Bass modes by pressing the DISPLAY button.
Standard single-string tuning; display options include Needle and Stream modes for pitch indication.
Stream moves left/right indicating pitch; tune until the stream of LEDs is steady.
Strum all strings simultaneously for an overview; tune strings in Chromatic or Poly mode.
"Monopoly" technology automatically switches between Chromatic and Poly modes based on detected strings.
For optimal Poly mode tuning on electric guitars, use the neck pickup and strum with your thumb.
Adjust Dropped tunings (up to 5 semitones) and Capo modes (frets 1-7) using the TUNING button.
Available Dropped modes include Eb, D, Db, C, B.
Available Capo modes include F 1, Gb 2, G 3, Ab 4, A 5, Bb 6, B 7.
Dropped tuning and Capo modes can be combined with the "Drop D" mode.
Low E-string dropped to D (DADG BE tuning). Switch between modes by holding the on/off switch.
Display shows "DROP D" or "STD" to indicate the current tuning mode.
Calibrate pitch reference from 435 to 445 Hz in 1 Hz steps using rear panel buttons.
Leave buttons untouched for 2 seconds to exit calibration and return to normal tuning mode.
Ambilight sensor adjusts display brightness based on ambient light for optimal visibility and battery life.
Inserting an input jack shows current Tuning, Pitch Reference, and Display mode settings.
PolyTune™ retains last used settings even without power or battery.
Unscrew backplate, remove old battery, install new battery correctly, and remount backplate.
Do not heat, disassemble, or incinerate batteries. Dispose of according to regulations. Recharge only rechargeable batteries.
The display will show "BATT" when the battery power is running low.
Tuning Range (A0-C8), Accuracy (+/- 0.5 cent), Reference Pitch (435-445Hz).
Input Impedance, Power Supply, Current Draw, Dimensions, Weight.
Package includes 2 pcs. 3M velcro for pedal board attachment.