All user reviews for the Boss TU-3 Chromatic Tuner

I have 3 years and before I used a tuner that clips onto the head (not mine, that the guitar!) And even before? ... Well, the keyboard buddy. And yet, even before? Well, I typed two flints against each other. One of the advantages of TU3, major in my opinion, is the ability to mutate the sound of the tuning time. We can also let the signal pass continuously and that, for example, the great "bendeurs" (who want to know if they "bendent" right). Two exit choices therefore, a so-called "bypass" and the other mute (and this is not a spoonerism). Second interest, a DC power output that allows re-feeding one or more pedals. It rubs the connector of the AC adapter type .... "Boss", one would have doubted. Otherwise, the screen is very readable in my opinion, have not really played too much sunlight. I left the factory lighting, but there is a manipulation 'to enter "higher brightness" mode.
Six "modes" which are available in two essential fat, a "chromatic" mode (which displays the note) and a mode called "guitar" (which display a string number). Other methods are described in the manual: http://media.rolandus.com/manuals/TU-3_OM.pdf.
There are also two modes to the extent of the agreement. Personally I used the one in which stabilizes a beautiful green line surrounded by two oranges, I have not tested the other. This tuner is also supposed to meet bassists with dedicated modes. All selected modes remain in memory even after power failure. Anyway ... No other specific comments to make, I am satisfied in all respects, having posted in the first in my effects chain. I read here and there that the buffer of TU2 (previous model so) was excellent, I can not appreciate the quality of the buffer TU3 for not having done a comparative experience ... As long as the guitar is fairly properly adjusted (not too many "strips" etc. ...) the tuner is very responsive. I do not know how he reacts against tunings a bit "exotic" (open thing or something open or 3 tones in normal ...) but it offers the possibility of a calibration LA 436-445 Hertz ( 440 = factory setting, of course).
Need I say more? Beauty and durability to the "Boss".
The quality / price is right (in my opinion) taking into account all the little details of possible settings and I recommend reading the manual especially if one has tampered with the thing too because it is possible to return the "factory" settings a little manipulation '.
I would do this choice, although I like change.
Hello you.

In the days before guitarists could step on a pedal and tune their guitar on the fly, their best option was either an expensive model from the Peterson 400 Strobe series, or the small needle-based Boss TU-12. Neither were a very convenient option for a variety of reasons. The strobe tuners were difficult to read unless one was educated in how to use them, plus they were bulky, and setting them on top of your amp would still have you turning your back to the audience to tune your guitar.

The TU-12 needle tuner was an improvement in simplicity and size, but compromised in accuracy. Another downside to these tuners was they didn't have the capability to mute the guitar signal coming from the amp while the player tuned. As a result, the unpleasant sounds of a guitar being tuned could be heard by everyone.

The Boss TU-2 revolutionized stage tuning by placing the tuning solution on the guitarist's pedalboard where, with a step of the foot, mute their guitar signal, and tune the instrument utilizing a series of LED lights and Digital note readout. Pretty soon the TU-2 became standard equipment in every guitarist and bass player's pedalboard.

The TU-3 was designed to be everything players had come to love and expect from the TU-2, while addressing common complaints about the TU-2. Boss succeeded beautifully in making the classic TU-2 design even better.

The TU-3 sports a 21 LED readout, as opposed to the 12 LED readout of the TU-2, allowing a much more precise readout of microtonal deviations from the note. The display is also considerably brighter than the TU-2, allowing it to be read even on bright outdoor stages. Another improvement is response. The TU-3 tracks the signal pitch considerably faster than the TU-2. It also has a wider Vernier range than the TU-2, allowing a reference range of A436 to A445.

All of these improvements are housed in the same familiar aesthetic and functional design of the TU-2. It still sports the mute/bypass jacks, mode change, and stream/cent switch of the TU-2. With these updates, The TU-3 is destined to become the new standard in pedal tuners.

I use this pedal tuning in since April 2010 repeated at least two times a week!

I tested at least a dozen tuner (TC Electronic, Ibanez ...) with my 5-string bass and I must say it is one of the few tuners format that takes pedal well without the low B flinching.

I love this tuner in its strength (good though robust metal box) and its ease of use. Firstly if you want to change tuning (de-tuner half a tone, for example) just push a little button to the right to select the desired tuning. More small red and green LEDs are handy to match live on a dark stage as they are visible and very easy to identify (this is not a Christmas tree that lights up like the TC Electronic! )

I would add that this is not the cheapest on the market nearby, but it does the job very well. Guitarists have more choice in the matter, with a 5-string bass, the Boss was required of him even after ten tests ...

I remake that choice, probably yes, repeating my friends scratch me borrow it often! It helps maintain the friendship! lol

I used it for over a year, it was my first pedal tuner size and I think it's best year at the display with all modes very accessible and easy to change from the front and with a good visually selecting the mode on the interface complete, sturdy and well designed with its beautiful screen and beefy, much more than in TC electronic. Alime output can power several pedals. Its only flaw: the pedal is true bypass.

The price / quality ratio is good opportunity, we saw nine more widely.

With the experience I would resume the day there will be a version true bypass, while waiting I'm on a mini PolyTune who do not take place, is true bypass chromatic and does its job and that's all I ask him! While its display is less beautiful.

This is a review for the Boss TU-3 Chromatic Tuner. It replaced the popular TU-2 that Boss put out many years ago. The TU-3 has a noticeably easier to read display and better accuracy than the old TU-2. There is also a strobe tuning feature, which may or may not be a new feature?

I was a longtime user of the TU-2 and when I heard the TU-3 was coming out I sold my old TU-2 for $45 and upgraded to the TU-3 for $80 total. I believe I bought it through Guitar Center's website when they had a special discount coupon.

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I like that the unit kept the features I loved from the TU-2 like the sturdiness and only improved up in with adjustable brightness and better tuning accuracy.

There isn't anything I do not like about it. Boss did their homework and put out a sturdy, amazing pedal. Some people complain that the pedal isn't true bypass and that buffered bypass is not the same. I believe I have a decent ear and I do not notice any signal loss whatsoever.

Rock solid! You could throw this off a cliff, then go find it and take it to your gig. The battery life is great too.

Bottom Line if you need a pedal tuner I really would like you to consider this one. There are fancier tuners out there, but like it's older brother, the TU-3 will soon become the industry standard in guitar and bass tuning.

This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com

This is the updated version of the very popular TU-2 Stompbox tuner. It has several different tuning modes and also includes a power supply capable of powering up to seven other pedals.

I bought this tuner because I have recently been using the Behringer pedal tuner. I wanted something more accurate and also wanted something that would pick up my low E string better. I like Boss and I had borrowed a TU2 before but just couldn't bring my self to spend $100 on a tuner. I am very glad I did.


The tuner is much more accurate than the Behringer I had been using and it also seems to be a little more accurate that its predecessor. It has brighter LED's than the previous model which is great for tuning outdoors when you need them to cut through. There is nothing worse to me than tuning with your guitar coming through the PA in a live setting. When going from drop D back to E or visa versa, the tuner picks up the string immediately which makes for speedy tuning. You can also choose how bright the LED's are which is nice if you are running on battery power, if you don't need them bright, you can turn them down.

I don't really have any negatives, I still think $100 for a good tuner is steep, but if thats the price for a good tuner, so be it. I also wish there was a way to keep the store display running while you aren't tuning.

It is in the Boss case so its tough as nails.

If you need a good tuner for a live setting, this is the one to get in my opinion. Don't skimp on the Behringer, it will only raise your blood pressure.

This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com

Did you tried many other models before buying it?

No but I had tested several in stores. The pitch black tempted me more but not available the same day in my store, so I listened to the "advice" of the seller ... coarse error, a trader is by definition a man almost anything to sell its products. In my case a horrible junk.

What is so special that you love the most, least?

the +:-Simple and goes everywhere
- Some nice lighting effects
- A very good precision tuning
- An output bypass
- Chromatic
The switch-BOSS handy! (Try to initiate a small clone barefoot ^ ^)

The -: - A buffer disgusting (unless my whammy but still) but that is recurrent in BOSS
- The size
- She let me go later that night during a concert by putting flashing in all directions without reasons thus becoming unusable, and it barely 2 years after purchase ...

The hidden +: - explode this digital peephole with a bat backstage gave me a blast


How would you rate the quality / price?

€ 80 the stress relief it is expensive, my bass player is a cheaper way ^ ^ and joking aside € 80 for 2 years is the mouth of foutage simple.mes EHX pure analog function for much longer without a hitch. But without this worry, I'll say it was worth every penny

With experience, you do again this choice?

No. I was already rétissant to buy BOSS for their persistence in the digital buffurisé me cum in all directions, and invade our stores despite other brands (with my personal EHX is a love story ^ ^) . This experience taught me never to decide on a whim (or bat) and never go near those dreadful pedals.

But let us still has to Caesar what is Caesar; the short time she worked or I was very satisfied. Go zou opinion posted furious I control it not a pitch black ^ ^

Thank you for taking the time to read my buggery cable and good scratches loulous

I use it for a big week and that's enough to estimate its capacity.

The pros:

- The LED flash though (note the retinas anyway ...) You're not about to miss!
- Lots of nice small adjustments such as changing display (pass a letter to a figure for example).
- An output and Out Bypass, it is convenient. To you choose the one that suits you best ... I tend to prefer the silent tuning (hence output) history of not passing the pr musicos sucks!
- Ability to power on the other pedal effect (big +), but not what we say is that you buy a Boss power supply if it feeds 2 or 3 pedal, not + ...
- Suitable for guitars and bass is not bad.
- Indestructible (... How is the Boss)
- Can be used to stab ..............

The -:

- The price, which is not feeble admittedly good but y 'has probably for years and all ways we are obliged to go to the tuner (hee hee ..)
- To find the standard tuning of a Mi passes only by its cons, you find an A on a 7 string, it galley a little ... He tends to dance the Sirtaki on the screen unlike what it says in the ad. He is still after a few seconds should not lie either (between 3 and 4s for me).

With the experience I would do this choice (I hope in time, its costs the skins of nuts this pedal for a few tps go on!)

For how long have you been using it?
Nearly a year

What is so special that you like best?
- The possibility of silent tuning
- Display clear, bright and fast
- Good responsiveness to tuning Dropped
- The possibility of adding a garland for powering pedals: AC troubleshoots

What is so special that you like least?
- Some functions on a bit useless to me

Did you try many other models before getting this one?
- DJ-25 Danelectro, a model of entry-level meeting but pleasant to use month (less precise, readable display rudimentarily)

What is your opinion about the value for the price?
Very good, although it is still expensive for a single tuner which is an accessory, incidentally necessary, but at the cost of an effect, it remains expensive. Following is the boss: indestructible!

Knowing what you know now, would you make the same choice? ...
Absolutely, I preferred to put a little more money in this model solid, reliable, and, indeed, will not leave me.

Appraisal:
The TU-3 is the proud successor of the TU-2, a model widely used. I do not know the TU-2, but the TU-3 is really damn good, indestructible, readable even in full dodger, fast and widely enough for ordinary mortals. Nothing to say: 10/10

The Boss TU-3 is the newest model of the Boss tuner foot pedal. For the most part, it is very similar to Boss TU-2, it's predecessor, but it does have a few new features that help it stand out just a little bit. For those who don't know about this line of tuner pedals, they have become pretty much the first choice for a tuner pedal for both professional and amateur guitarists. I'm a big advocate for them, as the TU-2 is something that I've been using for a while now. Just about every studio that I've worked at has the TU-2, as it is simply a well designed model, which extends completely into the TU-3. Like the TU-2, the TU-3 is a chromatic tuner, consisting of a 1/4" input, a 1/4" output and another 1/4" bypass output. It can be powered by either a nine volt battery or power supply, and with the power supply and optional daisy chain, you can power up to eight other guitar pedals that need nine volt power. This is perhaps the best feature, but the easy to read and versatility of the tuning options also adds to it's prestige. The LED display screen on the TU-3 is improved from the TU-2, as it is brighter and easier to see, catering to those are using the TU-3 for live shows. The TU-3 can indeed be used for either live shows or in the studio of course, and is equally as useful in either situation in my opinion. However, the improved lights and display screen do make it easier to see in the dark during a show. The pedal will mute when you have it engaged, and there are a number of different modes that you can choose from. In my opinion, there isn't too much of a different between the TU-2 or TU-3, so either way you go you can't lose as long as you go with one of the two!