![]() ![]() It is a bit of an oversimplification of the process, but I bet you got the point. While most tuners are based on a microphone of some sort, strobe tuners use light frequencies to compare the frequency of a note played with the frequency of the target note. They can come in many forms, as “strobe” describes the technology behind them. Strobe tuners are the most accurate tuners in the market and are used by guitar techs and studio recording engineers. They are relatively accurate, and since they come built-in with your DAW, they are practically free. ![]() They take the audio information from your signal and track its pitch. If you are using a DAW (digital audio workstation) to record your guitar (whether acoustic or electric), you probably came across a few of these. I used to use a few of them a few years back when I was producing music in a studio, and they are a huge fun to mess around with. I don’t feel like advising on which multi-effect you should buy because it depends a lot on what are you planning to do with it. The tuner function is usually not even the main feature of these, as they are most likely multi-effects. Their high level of accuracy and huge display can make an actual difference to the experience of tuning a guitar. There is actually ZERO load put on the signal.Rack tuners may seem like an overkill, but they do have some benefits. This means you can leave the tuner in your pedal chain without any worry that it will interfere with the signal as it passes through it. Additionally, when the tuner is turned off the input signal is passed directly to the output. When the ST-300 is turned on the output of the tuner becomes muted. This ‘stroboscopic display’ provides you with an easy way to visualize the tuning of your guitar or bass while you tune. As we touched on previously the tuner incorporates the use of LED’s that are positioned in a circular fashion around the note display. The display of the ST-300 is incredibly easy to read, which is great if you plan on using it on-stage or under bad lighting conditions. It should be mentioned that while in this mode the string number will be displayed instead of the note name. The beauty of the ST-300 is that you are able to modify these settings for whatever tuning you want (up to 9-strings). The ST-300 comes with 5 pre-programmed settings for you to use: guitar, bass, CST1 (standard), CST2 (drop D), and CST3 (6-string bass). Guitar/Bass Mode: In this mode the tuner only selects notes that are defined for the particular tuning. The ST-300 features 2 different modes for you to choose from: chromatic, and guitar/bass mode.Ĭhromatic Mode: In this mode the tuner will respond to all 12 notes of the chromatic scale. The only difference is that the full-sized version can be powered using a 9V battery or AC adapter, while the mini can only be powered through the use of an AC adapter.Īccurate tuning is very important in making sure your guitar sounds right, and I can tell you right now that the ST-300 is incredibly accurate. In saying that though, both versions still feature all of the great things you would expect from the ST-300. As you would expect the mini version is much more compact, which is great for those that are looking for a smaller sized tuner. ![]() There are two iterations of the ST-300 that exist right now – a full-sized version, and a mini version. These specs were taken directly from the official Turbo Tuner Model ST-300 owner’s manual if you want to go and check it out. (12 hour continuous operation with alkaline battery) 1 Hz incrementsĩV alkaline battery (included) OR external 9V DC adapter (optional)Ĥ8 mA typ. To start things off lets go ahead and list the specs of the ST-300: SpecificationĤ.4” (11.2 cm) x 2.4” (6.1 cm) x 1.4” (3.4 cm)Ī4 = 300.0 Hz to 599.9 Hz in. So let’s just go ahead and get straight into it! I would like to present to you with our review on the Sonic Research ST-300 Turbo Tuner. I’ve heard so many great things about this tuner, and now I’m finally able to have a look at it myself. I’m feeling pretty excited to be able to review this fine piece of technology. ![]()
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