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Learn To Play Guitar - Buying An Electric Guitar Amp

Having a great guitar amp might just be more important than having a great guitar.  Sure, both are important but you can sometimes plug a poor quality guitar into a great amp and have it sound good but a great guitar plugged into a terrible amp still won’t sound that good.

There are basically four types of guitar amplifier and each has its own strengths and weaknesses.

Tube amps – The tube amp has been around the longest and is the amplifier that all others are modeled after.  A tube amp uses glass vacuum tubes in its power section and preamplifier section.  Because of the tubes, these amps have a warm tone that feels natural and offers a lot of sustain and power.  The drawback to tube amps is that the tubes wear out over time and as they wear out, the sound of the amp changes.  Tube amps also store a lot of voltage and therefore require a specially trained technician to change the tubes every few years.

Solid state – The solid state guitar amp has the benefit of sounding the same every time it’s switched on as it doesn’t rely on parts that wear out to create its tone.  A solid state amp uses transistors in its preamp section rather than tubes.  While this does make the amplifier slightly more reliable, the tone is generally grittier and more sterile especially on overdriven or lead tones.  Solid date amps almost always cost less than tube amps.

Hybrid – The hybrid amp is a new breed of amplifier that blends a tube preamp section with a solid state power amp section to try to achieve the much desired tube tone.  Marshall started this trend with their Valvestate line of amps and Line 6 has partnered with world renowned tube amp manufacturer Bogner to create a modern hybrid amp.  A hybrid amp naturally costs a bit more than a solid state amp but are still less expensive than a high quality tube amp.

Modeling amp – These are amplifiers that have a digital processor built in that attempts to replicate the sounds of many different guitar amplifiers, cabinets, rooms and microphone placement.  They are very flexible and usually have effects built in as well as a tuner, and a direct line out for recording.  Most can be switched via a foot controller so that different sounds can be brought up on the fly.  They are versatile amplifiers that can generate many different sounds and are getting closer to sounding like tubes amps all the time, but many are just not there yet.

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BOSS Chromatic Tuner with Built-In Metronome $27.99 Sound your best with this highly accurate tuner that features a reference tone play function to help you quickly tune your instrument.

Chromatic Guitar Tuner Bass Tuner A4 Tone Generator Musical Instruments (Cherub WST-552GB) $16.99 Features:BRAND NEW& professional Quality Guaranteed musical instruments!Guitar tuner bass tuner which is built-in microphone6.3MM input jacks;Three buttons with item & A4 tone button and on/off button, easy to useMaterial: ABSSpecification:Power: 3V two pieces AAA batteries (not included)Electricity: <=35mA (under tuning state)Tuning accuracy: plus or minus3 cents;A4 frequency: 435~445Hz;Size: W95 x H58 x D13 (mm)Tuning range: A2 (27.5Hz)~a3(1760Hz)Tuning item: Chromatic, guitar, bassColor: blackWeight: 141gPackage contents:1 x guitar tuner and bass tuner1 x input plug cable with clip

On-Stage Clip-On Chromatic Tuner - Black $19.99 Keep your instrument in tune with this On-Stage CTA7700 clip-on chromatic tuner that features chromatic, guitar, bass and violin tuning modes to help achieve an optimal tone. The large LCD screen provides an easy-to-read design.

3-in-1 Metronome Tone Generator and Tuner for Chromatic/Guitar/Bass $15.8 - Mode: EMT-900GB (Tuner Metro)- Use the EMT-900GB to track every note you play. Try playing a simple passage and see how close to "in-tune" each note is. Strive to get every note as close as possible to in-tune!- Metronome Features:- Volume control- Sweeping pedulum LCD display- Flat: b/bb/bbb/bbbb- Tempo: 30-250/minute- Beats type: -/4, 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 8/8, 9/8- Common Rhythm Figures: Duplet, Triplet, Quadruplet and more- Tuner Features:- Tuner for chromatic, guitar and bass, automatic And manual tuning mode- LCD with simulated needle display- Tuning range for chromatic: A0(27.5Hz)~a3(1760Hz)- Tuning range for guitar: 1E-6E- Tuning range for bass: 1G-4E- A4 frequency: 430Hz-450Hz- Tone frequency range: 410-450Hz- Battery:2xAAA (included)- Auto memory for the information before the tuner is off, thus when the tuner is on again, it is the display of memory- Auto-shut off after 3 minutes with no signal- 1x MIC includedSpecificationsDimensions: 3.93700787 in x 2.5196850368 in x 0.7086614166 inWeight: 5.1499984374 oz

Chromatic Metro-Tuner with Pickup $12.6 - Tuner mode:- Tuning tone: C,F,Bb,Eb- A4 frequency range: 435Hz~445Hz- Tuning mode: Auto- Tuning range: A0(27.5Hz)a3(1760Hz)- Tolerance: 1 cent- Metronome mode:- Speed range: 30~280 beats/minute- Beat type: 0/4, 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 8/8, 9/8- Tone generater mode:- Range: 2A-6A- Frequency range: 435Hz~445Hz- Powered by 2*AAA batteries (included)SpecificationsDimensions: 4.02 in x 2.52 in x 0.63 inWeight: 4.36 oz

Korg Hawaiian Chromatic Tuner $24.99 The Korg HA-40 Ukulele and Steel Guitar Tuner for Hawaiian Instruments is a fully functional ukulele and steel guitar tuner, supports a variety of tunings, and features a highly visible display with easy to use functionality.Dedicated and precise ukulele tuner for Hawaiian music performersKORG, who has sold over twenty million tuners worldwide, has now created the HA-40, a dedicated tuner for the instruments of Hawaiian music; the ukulele, taken up by numerous people because of its beginner-friendly ease of playing, and the steel guitar, widely loved for its distinctive sound and performance technique.In spite of its compact size, the HA-40 is a high-precision LCD ukulele tuner with a detection accuracy of better than +/-1 cent, allowing you to tune with impeccable precision. It's designed with the motif of a turtle, beloved in Hawaii as a guardian deity of the ocean.Support for various types of Hawaiian performance tuningsThe HA-40 has a detection range of C1 (24.500 Hz) to C8 (4186 Hz), and allows you to tune sharps or flats relative to standard pitch. You can also adjust the pitch up or down in semitone steps and tune your instrument with a capo still attached.The HA-40 supports a variety of tunings for Hawaiian instruments - two modes for ukulele and five for steel guitar. For the ukulele, the Korg HA-40 provides LOW-G tuning suitable for solo performance as well as D tuning (American tuning) which raises the conventional C tuning by one step. A broad range of pitch detection is also supported allowing you to even tune steel guitars that have more than six strings.Sound Out modeThe HA-40's Sound Out mode uses the internal speaker to play a reference tone for each string of the instrument you're tuning. This allows you to tune more accurately by using both your eyes and ears and training your sense of pitch by listening to the reference tone.Output functionThe HA-40 provides an output jack that can be connected directly to your amp/speaker system. This allows you to leave your instrument connected to the ukulele tuner while you perform so you can easily check tuning at any time. By using the optional CM-100L contact microphone you can tune acoustic instruments accurately, even in noisy environments.Auto Power Off functionThe Auto Power Off function conserves battery life by automatically turning the power off when the ukulele tuner is not in use for ten minutes.Dedicated steel guitar and ukulele tuner for Hawaiian music and instruments A broad detection range is supported in this hand held tuner, covering the tuning of steel guitars with numerous stringsSharp/flat tuning allows you to tune even with a capo attached to your instrumentMeter mode lets you tune according to the input pitchSound Out mode that lets you tune while listening to a reference toneAn output jack allows the Korg HA-40 to be connected directly to your ampThe convenient stand on the back of the tuner allows it to be used in an upright positionAuto Power-Off function preserve

Chromatic Tuner + A4 Tone Generator for Guitar Violin (WST-500A) Silver $12.99 Feature:BRAND NEW& professional Quality Guaranteed!Chromatic Metronome/tuner with large LCD screen, built-in speaker and microphoneFunction mode: automatic mode, manual mode, tone generator modeFunction buttons and 3 LED indicatorsSpecification: Power: 3V two pieces AAA batteries (not included)Tuning range: Db ~ d2 (69.29-587.33Hz)Tuning item: chromatic (either flat or sharp indication), violin, and guitarA4 Tone Generator: chromatic, the string sound of violin and guitarSize: W62 x H94 x D15 (mm)Earphone jack: 2.5mmWeight: 92g 

Korg BA40 Bluegrass Tuner $19.99 The Korg BA-40 is a dedicated tuner for bluegrass instruments featuring easy-to-use functionality in a compact size that fits in your gig bag or instrument case. With its sleek design, large display and Korg's renowned accuracy, the BA-40 is destined to become a staple among professional or aspiring bluegrass musicians.Specialized tuningPeople all over the world enjoy the lively up-tempo sounds and various stringed instruments of bluegrass. Korg has now created a dedicated tuner for bluegrass instruments. The BA-40 tuner allows you to tune bluegrass instruments including banjo, fiddle, mandolin, resophonic guitar in addition to standard guitar and bass. Perfect fifths are supported for fiddle tuning. The LCD meter-type display provides better than +/-1 cent accuracy, and features excellent visibility on stage or in the studio to ensure that you can tune easily and accurately.Accurate tuningWith a detection range of E1 (30.868 Hz) to C8 (4186 Hz), the BA-40 covers the entire range of instruments used in bluegrass music*, and also allows you to adjust the pitch up or down in semitone (half note) steps so that you can use sharp/flat tunings relative to the standard tunings of these instruments. You can even tune your guitar with a capo still attached. Markings on the meter allow you to use a tuning reference in a range of 430 Hz to 450 Hz.*Even if the pitch is within range, detection may not be possible for instruments that produce large numbers of overtones, or for instruments that have a very fast decay.Sound Out modeThe BA-40 tuner's Sound Out mode uses the internal speaker to play a reference tone of the correct pitch for each string of the instrument you're tuning. You'll be able to tune more accurately by using both eye and ear as well as train your sense of pitch by repeatedly listening to the reference tone.Bypass functionThe Korg BA-40 provides an output jack that can be connected directly to your amp/speaker system. This allows you to leave your instrument connected to the tuner while you perform so you can easily check tuning at any time. By using the optional CM-100L contact microphone you can tune accurately even in noisy environments.Auto Power Off functionThe Auto Power Off function conserves battery life by automatically turning the power off when the unit is not in use for ten minutes.Dedicated tuner for bluegrass instruments such as banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and resophonic guitarSharp/flat tuning allows you to tune with a capo attachedMeter mode lets you tune according to the input pitchSound Out mode lets you tune audibly to a reference tone1/4" output jack for amp connectionBuilt-in stand for upright positioningAuto Power Off function preserves battery life

Korg Ba40 Bluegrass Tuner $19.99 The Korg BA-40 is a dedicated tuner for bluegrass instruments featuring easy-to-use functionality in a compact size that fits in your gig bag or instrument case. With its sleek design, large display and Korg's renowned accuracy, the BA-40 is destined to become a staple among professional or aspiring bluegrass musicians.Specialized tuningPeople all over the world enjoy the lively up-tempo sounds and various stringed instruments of bluegrass. Korg has now created a dedicated tuner for bluegrass instruments. The BA-40 tuner allows you to tune bluegrass instruments including banjo, fiddle, mandolin, resophonic guitar in addition to standard guitar and bass. Perfect fifths are supported for fiddle tuning. The LCD meter-type display provides better than +/-1 cent accuracy, and features excellent visibility on stage or in the studio to ensure that you can tune easily and accurately.Accurate tuningWith a detection range of E1 (30.868 Hz) to C8 (4186 Hz), the BA-40 covers the entire range of instruments used in bluegrass music*, and also allows you to adjust the pitch up or down in semitone (half note) steps so that you can use sharp/flat tunings relative to the standard tunings of these instruments. You can even tune your guitar with a capo still attached. Markings on the meter allow you to use a tuning reference in a range of 430 Hz to 450 Hz.*Even if the pitch is within range, detection may not be possible for instruments that produce large numbers of overtones, or for instruments that have a very fast decay.Sound Out modeThe BA-40 tuner's Sound Out mode uses the internal speaker to play a reference tone of the correct pitch for each string of the instrument you're tuning. You'll be able to tune more accurately by using both eye and ear as well as train your sense of pitch by repeatedly listening to the reference tone.Bypass functionThe Korg BA-40 provides an output jack that can be connected directly to your amp/speaker system. This allows you to leave your instrument connected to the tuner while you perform so you can easily check tuning at any time. By using the optional CM-100L contact microphone you can tune accurately even in noisy environments.Auto Power Off functionThe Auto Power Off function conserves battery life by automatically turning the power off when the unit is not in use for ten minutes.Dedicated tuner for bluegrass instruments such as banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and resophonic guitarSharp/flat tuning allows you to tune with a capo attachedMeter mode lets you tune according to the input pitchSound Out mode lets you tune audibly to a reference tone1/4" output jack for amp connectionBuilt-in stand for upright positioningAuto Power Off function preserves battery life

Korg CA-1 Chromatic Tuner $14.99 With a size similar to an audiocassette case, the KORG CA-1 chromatic tuner tuner supports a broad range of C1 (32.70 Hz)-C8 (4186.01 Hz), allowing speedy and high-precision tuning of wind, string, keyboard, and other instruments. This orchestral tuner is ideal for tuning even low-register notes containing numerous overtones that are often difficult to tune. A high-sensitivity mic is built-in, allowing easy and accurate tuning of acoustic instruments such as ukuleles. A separately sold CM-100 contact mic can also be used to send the vibrations directly to the tuner for even more accurate tuning.Ultra-compact body with a "Tilt Slit"Although the CA-1 Chromatic Tuner is small, thin, and light, dont let its pocket-sized body fool you. The CA-1 chromatic tuner packs the functionality needed for tuning a wide range of instruments. From studio to stage, tuning is easy and convenient. The back of the unit includes a unique arc-shaped "tilt slit" that lets you insert a plastic card for use as a handy stand.High-precision LCD MeterThe meter section uses a LCD needle, combining the accuracy of an LCD with the easy visibility of a needle, and providing a stable display. Additional visual feedback is provided by LEDs that indicate pitch deviation. Sound OutIn addition to visual tuning via meter, the CA-1 band and orchestra tuner can play reference pitches from its internal speaker (Sound Out) for tuning by ear. Each press of the Sound switch will cycle through the A4-Bb4 notes commonly used for tuning wind instruments. Or you can hold down the Sound switch to change the cycle to the semitone intervals from C4 through C5 (one octave), allowing reference pitches for any instrument to be sounded quickly.Adjustable CalibrationThe Calibration function (410-480 Hz) supports a wide range of standard pitches, and can be adjusted in 1 Hz steps for accurate and flexible tuning to any song or key. Thanks to the Memory Backup function, the Calibration and reference pitch are remembered even when the power is turned off.(However, these settings will be initialized when the batteries are replaced.) Auto Power Off FunctionThe power will turn off automatically, if the unit is left powered-on for 20 minutes without performing any operation, avoiding unnecessary battery consumption.Approximately 100 hours of Continuous UseLow-power consumption design allows an amazing 100 hours (approximate) of continuous battery life (A4 continuous input, meter mode, zinc-carbon batteries).* Even if the pitch is within the detection range, detection may not be possible for instrumental sounds that contain a large number of overtones or have a rapid decay.Ultracompact body with Tilt SlitIdeal for brass band or orchestraLarge, high-precision LCD needle-style meterWide pitch-detection range from C1 (32.70 Hz)-C8 (4186.01 Hz)Sound out reference tone from internal speakerAdjustable calibration supports a variety of concert pitchesAuto power-off functionMemory backup functionBattery life: Approxima

Korg Ca-1 Chromatic Tuner $14.99 With a size similar to an audiocassette case, the KORG CA-1 chromatic tuner tuner supports a broad range of C1 (32.70 Hz)-C8 (4186.01 Hz), allowing speedy and high-precision tuning of wind, string, keyboard, and other instruments. This orchestral tuner is ideal for tuning even low-register notes containing numerous overtones that are often difficult to tune. A high-sensitivity mic is built-in, allowing easy and accurate tuning of acoustic instruments such as ukuleles. A separately sold CM-100 contact mic can also be used to send the vibrations directly to the tuner for even more accurate tuning.Ultra-compact body with a "Tilt Slit"Although the CA-1 Chromatic Tuner is small, thin, and light, dont let its pocket-sized body fool you. The CA-1 chromatic tuner packs the functionality needed for tuning a wide range of instruments. From studio to stage, tuning is easy and convenient. The back of the unit includes a unique arc-shaped "tilt slit" that lets you insert a plastic card for use as a handy stand.High-precision LCD MeterThe meter section uses a LCD needle, combining the accuracy of an LCD with the easy visibility of a needle, and providing a stable display. Additional visual feedback is provided by LEDs that indicate pitch deviation. Sound OutIn addition to visual tuning via meter, the CA-1 band and orchestra tuner can play reference pitches from its internal speaker (Sound Out) for tuning by ear. Each press of the Sound switch will cycle through the A4-Bb4 notes commonly used for tuning wind instruments. Or you can hold down the Sound switch to change the cycle to the semitone intervals from C4 through C5 (one octave), allowing reference pitches for any instrument to be sounded quickly.Adjustable CalibrationThe Calibration function (410-480 Hz) supports a wide range of standard pitches, and can be adjusted in 1 Hz steps for accurate and flexible tuning to any song or key. Thanks to the Memory Backup function, the Calibration and reference pitch are remembered even when the power is turned off.(However, these settings will be initialized when the batteries are replaced.) Auto Power Off FunctionThe power will turn off automatically, if the unit is left powered-on for 20 minutes without performing any operation, avoiding unnecessary battery consumption.Approximately 100 hours of Continuous UseLow-power consumption design allows an amazing 100 hours (approximate) of continuous battery life (A4 continuous input, meter mode, zinc-carbon batteries).* Even if the pitch is within the detection range, detection may not be possible for instrumental sounds that contain a large number of overtones or have a rapid decay.Ultracompact body with Tilt SlitIdeal for brass band or orchestraLarge, high-precision LCD needle-style meterWide pitch-detection range from C1 (32.70 Hz)-C8 (4186.01 Hz)Sound out reference tone from internal speakerAdjustable calibration supports a variety of concert pitchesAuto power-off functionMemory backup functionBattery life: Approxima

Solar Guitar Tuner $29.99 There's nothing sweeter than picking up a guitar off the rack at the music store, rolling the volume knob up, and plucking those first few notes. At once, the clerk behind the counter clears his throat, angrily, and points to the sign on the wall. "No Stairway." Look, there's nothing wrong with the Led Zeppelin classic, "Stairway to Heaven." It's a brilliant piece of music, but horrific if played out of tune. Since those guitars at the store are handled rather roughly by the unwashed masses, most of those Yamahas, Gibsons, and Fenders are badly out of tune, turning what you thought was an A minor into something that can only be described as an H minor half-diminished. Tuning a guitar is easy with one of those fancy tuners, but when the rubber meets the road, and you're playing a gig away from all your studio equipment, you may find yourself in need of fresh batteries to power your awesome tuner. Out of luck, you do your best, and you're just out of tune enough to straddle the line between truly sucky and kinda sucky. Not now! Here's our new solar-powered guitar tuner not only keeps your guitar in tune, but does so without having to make an emergency run to the all-night drug store to pay $20 for a 4 pack of AAs. This puppy's solar powered, so you're never far from free and abundant energy with which to enhance your rock powers. Features and Specifications Solar rechargeable guitar tuner 12 tone equal temperament Tuning modes: Needle, strobe, fine, meter Detection accuracy within 1 cent (A = 440 Hz) 6.3mm (1/4") standard mono jack, or built-in microphone USB backup charging mode in case there's just no sun nearby (or you're a vampire rockstar, Lestat) Continuous battery operation 6 hours

Boss TU-80 Guitar Tuner and Metronome $29 The reliable Boss TU-80 Tuner & Metronome includes a handy, built-in metronome with 7 rhythms and 10 beats, plus a cool animated LCD display. Multiple features and an ultrawide tuning range of almost 8 octaves make it easy to get the precise tuning you need. The TU-80 supports chromatic tuning, 7-string guitars, and 6-string basses. Accu-Pitch function sounds a tone when pitch is correct, a Reference Tone Play function makes it easy to verify tuning by ear, and it tunes down to 5 flats. The ultrathin body slides easily into a guitar case, gig bag, backpack, or pocket.LCD tuner Built-in metronome with 7 rhythms and 10 beats Chromatic tuning Tunes 7-string guitars and 6-string basses Accu-Pitch function Reference Tone Play Tunes down to 5 flats Range of E0 to C8 Ultrathin body

Boss Tu-80 Guitar Tuner And Metronome $29 The reliable Boss TU-80 Tuner & Metronome includes a handy, built-in metronome with 7 rhythms and 10 beats, plus a cool animated LCD display. Multiple features and an ultrawide tuning range of almost 8 octaves make it easy to get the precise tuning you need. The TU-80 supports chromatic tuning, 7-string guitars, and 6-string basses. Accu-Pitch function sounds a tone when pitch is correct, a Reference Tone Play function makes it easy to verify tuning by ear, and it tunes down to 5 flats. The ultrathin body slides easily into a guitar case, gig bag, backpack, or pocket.LCD tuner Built-in metronome with 7 rhythms and 10 beats Chromatic tuning Tunes 7-string guitars and 6-string basses Accu-Pitch function Reference Tone Play Tunes down to 5 flats Range of E0 to C8 Ultrathin body

Sony ICF-38 Portable Radio Tuner $26.99 1 x DC Jack 1 x Earphone Jack 14 oz 4 x AA 530 kHz to 1710 kHz AM 87.60 MHz to 108 MHz FM 90 Limited LED Tuning Indicator Tone Control Switch Built-In Carrying Handle Built-in Ferrite Bar Antenna Perfect for the garage, porch, or anywhere around the house, this handy portable radio delivers crisp sound and simplified controls. The built-in carrying handle makes it convenient to carry and the illuminated LED tuner makes finding the right station fast and easy even in low light. AM FM ICF-38 ICF-38 Portable Radio Tuner ICF38 LED Mono Radio Tuner Rotary Sony Sony Corporation www.sony.com

Planet Waves PW-MT-02 Metronome Tuner $22.99 The Planet Waves PW-MT-02 Metronome Tuner is an essential practice tool for both the beginning, and advanced musician. The full featured metronome includes loud woodblock tone, tempo, beats per measure, and time division variations making basic and complicated rhythm patterns possible. The chromatic tuner features an easy-to-read needle meter style display. Additionally, a pitch pipe and easy-to-navigate menu make the Metronome Tuner your essential, all- in-one, easy-to-use practice tool.

Planet Waves Pw-Mt-02 Metronome Tuner $22.99 The Planet Waves PW-MT-02 Metronome Tuner is an essential practice tool for both the beginning, and advanced musician. The full featured metronome includes loud woodblock tone, tempo, beats per measure, and time division variations making basic and complicated rhythm patterns possible. The chromatic tuner features an easy-to-read needle meter style display. Additionally, a pitch pipe and easy-to-navigate menu make the Metronome Tuner your essential, all- in-one, easy-to-use practice tool.

Fender AG-6 Sparkle Tone Tuner Blue $19.99 6 LEDs let you know exactly which string you're tuning. Includes mic, battery check, 9V adapter jack, and input/output jacks for easy in-line operation.

Guitar Metronome Tone Tuner (1*CR2032) $8.9 - Tuning range for chromatic: A0~A3 (27.5~1760Hz)- Powered by 1*CE2032 battery (included)SpecificationsDimensions: 1.81 in x 2.36 in x 0.67 inWeight: 1.75 oz

Fender Ag-6 Sparkle Tone Tuner Blue $19.99 6 LEDs let you know exactly which string you're tuning. Includes mic, battery check, 9V adapter jack, and input/output jacks for easy in-line operation.

Guitar and Bass Tuner + A4 Tone Generator (Cherub WST-520GB) $12.99 Features:BRAND NEW& professional Quality Guaranteed!Guitar bass tuner with large LCD screen, built-in microphone6.3MM input jacks and 3 LED indicatorsTwo function buttons with item/flat button and on/off button, easy to useSpecification:Power: 3V two pieces AAA batteries (not included)Size: W60 x H91 x D14 (mm)Tuning range: E1 (41.2Hz) ~ d3 (1174.7Hz)Tuning item: guitar, bassA4: 435 ---- 445 Hz Color: dark greyWeight: 68gAccessory included: user manual

Cecilio 92D ChromaticString Tuner with Metronome $26.78 This chromatic tuner is easy to read has a large LCD display and can be used to tune any instrument. The guitar bass violin viola and cello tuning modes have eliminated and simplified the fuss and guess work of tuning stringed instruments. A built in 1/4 input jack is also provided for the use with the electric guitar and electric bass. When using the Metronome function an audible beat is provided for an easy to find downbeat in any of the compound or duple meter settings. With an adjustable note value and tempo range setting mastering complex beats is achieved for any level musician. Chromatic tuner function with 8 octave tone generator. Metronome function with simulated traditional pendulum motion. Tempo range of 30bpm to 230bpm. Volume control. Large 2 1/4 LCD display screen. Battery powered (two AAA batteries included).

TASCAM TC-8 Chromatic Tuner/Metronome $59.99 The TC-8 from TASCAM is the ideal tuner and metronome for educators, students and professionals. The chromatic tuner features a fast detection chip and 5" wide, backlit LCD display for instant pitch feedback. Four display modes are available for the clearest display. The tuner can be calibrated to a piano or other installed source, and eight tuning modes include historic and alternate tuning modes for period instruments. An oscillator plays through a built-in speaker for groups or classes.In addition to features for guitarists, the TG-7 acts as a desktop metronome. The metronome ranges from 30 to 300 BPM with seven accent values, played through a built-in speaker. The LCD also conducts the beat for visual feedback, and Tap Tempo is available for finding the metronome value of your own music. A flip-out stand, music stand clip and tripod mount offer other mounting options.Chromatic tunerTuning modes: Equal Temperament, Pythagorean, Mean tone, Werckmeister III, Kirnberger III, Kellner, Vallotti, YoungMetronome with 30-300 BPM range and seven accent values5" Wide backlit LCD display with note value and bargraph displaying pitch deviationFour display modes: Bargraph, Fine, Strobe Animation and NeedleOscillator for playing pitch1/4" in jackBuilt-in speaker for pitch and metronomeBuilt-in microphone for acoustic instrumentsTuner Calibration modeFlip-out stand for tabletop use with hooks for music stand mountingTripod mount

Tascam Tc-8 Chromatic Tuner/Metronome $59.99 The TC-8 from TASCAM is the ideal tuner and metronome for educators, students and professionals. The chromatic tuner features a fast detection chip and 5" wide, backlit LCD display for instant pitch feedback. Four display modes are available for the clearest display. The tuner can be calibrated to a piano or other installed source, and eight tuning modes include historic and alternate tuning modes for period instruments. An oscillator plays through a built-in speaker for groups or classes.In addition to features for guitarists, the TG-7 acts as a desktop metronome. The metronome ranges from 30 to 300 BPM with seven accent values, played through a built-in speaker. The LCD also conducts the beat for visual feedback, and Tap Tempo is available for finding the metronome value of your own music. A flip-out stand, music stand clip and tripod mount offer other mounting options.Chromatic tunerTuning modes: Equal Temperament, Pythagorean, Mean tone, Werckmeister III, Kirnberger III, Kellner, Vallotti, YoungMetronome with 30-300 BPM range and seven accent values5" Wide backlit LCD display with note value and bargraph displaying pitch deviationFour display modes: Bargraph, Fine, Strobe Animation and NeedleOscillator for playing pitch1/4" in jackBuilt-in speaker for pitch and metronomeBuilt-in microphone for acoustic instrumentsTuner Calibration modeFlip-out stand for tabletop use with hooks for music stand mountingTripod mount

Metronome Tone Generator and Tuner for Guitar/Bass (1*CR2032) $10.4 - 1.4" LCD display- Flat: b/bb- Beats type: -/4, 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 8/8, 9/8- Tuner for guitar and bass, automatic And manual tuning mode- A4 frequency: 430Hz-450Hz- Orange LED lights guide you to lower tuning- Green LED lights guide you to optimum tuning- Red LED lights guide you to higher tuning- Powered by 1*CR2032 batteries (included)SpecificationsDimensions: 2.99 in x 2.17 in x 2.28 inWeight: 2.05 oz

Korg CA-40 Electronic Chromatic Tuner $19.99 The Korg CA-40 Electronic Chromatic Tuner has wide range that covers A0 (27.50 Hz) - C8 (4186.01 Hz), you can tune a variety of instruments with the Korg CA-40, including wind, string, and keyboard instruments. The pitch and range are detected quickly and accurately. You can use the built-in high-sensitivity microphone to detect the pitch of an acoustic instrument without the need for any other equipment. Alternatively, you can use the separately sold CM-100 contact microphone to send the vibration of the instrument directly to the tuner, so that you can tune accurately without worrying about other sounds in the environment. An output jack (bypass) has been added to this digital tuner, making it easy to check the tuning even while you perform.Conveniently thin and compact The pocket-sized CA-40 features a refined design with a stand on the back that lets you place this digital tuner on any surface.Large, high-precision LCD meterThe CA-40's display has been enlarged for even clearer visibility. In addition to providing both the accuracy of an LCD and the easy viewing of a needle-style meter, red and green LEDs are also provided to indicate pitch deviations, making tuning smooth and easy.Sound Out functionIn addition to letting you tune visually using the meter, this digital tuner provides a Sound Out function that plays a reference tone through the internal speaker, allowing you to tune by ear. You can adjust the reference tone in semitone steps over a range of C4 through C5 (one octave) to accommodate a variety of instruments. Since the reference tone you specify is remembered, it's easy to sound it again whenever you need to.Adjustable CalibrationThe Calibration function of this hand held tuner lets you adjust the pitch in 1 Hz steps over a range of 410 - 480 Hz in order to accommodate a variety of concert pitches, giving you the flexibility to tune accurately to any song or key. There's also a memory backup function that preserves the Calibration setting and Sound Out settings even when you turn off the power.Auto Power Off functionThe power of this digital tuner will turn off automatically if the unit is left powered-on for 20 minutes without performing any operation, avoiding unnecessary battery consumption.Approximately 85 hours of continuous useThe CA-40 is designed for long battery life, and allows approximately 85 hours of continuous use (continuous A4 input, Meter mode, zinc-carbon batteries).* Even if a sound is within the detectable pitch range, detection may be unsuccessful for instrumental sounds that contain a large number of overtones or decay rapidly.** The calibration setting and the Sound Out reference pitch are remembered even when you turn off the power. However, when you replace the batteries, these settings will be initialized to the default values; the calibration will return to 440 Hz, and the Sound Out reference pitch will return to A.Korg digital tuners and metronomes purchased from a Korg USA authorized dealer now have

Korg Ca-40 Electronic Chromatic Tuner $19.99 The Korg CA-40 Electronic Chromatic Tuner has wide range that covers A0 (27.50 Hz) - C8 (4186.01 Hz), you can tune a variety of instruments with the Korg CA-40, including wind, string, and keyboard instruments. The pitch and range are detected quickly and accurately. You can use the built-in high-sensitivity microphone to detect the pitch of an acoustic instrument without the need for any other equipment. Alternatively, you can use the separately sold CM-100 contact microphone to send the vibration of the instrument directly to the tuner, so that you can tune accurately without worrying about other sounds in the environment. An output jack (bypass) has been added to this digital tuner, making it easy to check the tuning even while you perform.Conveniently thin and compact The pocket-sized CA-40 features a refined design with a stand on the back that lets you place this digital tuner on any surface.Large, high-precision LCD meterThe CA-40's display has been enlarged for even clearer visibility. In addition to providing both the accuracy of an LCD and the easy viewing of a needle-style meter, red and green LEDs are also provided to indicate pitch deviations, making tuning smooth and easy.Sound Out functionIn addition to letting you tune visually using the meter, this digital tuner provides a Sound Out function that plays a reference tone through the internal speaker, allowing you to tune by ear. You can adjust the reference tone in semitone steps over a range of C4 through C5 (one octave) to accommodate a variety of instruments. Since the reference tone you specify is remembered, it's easy to sound it again whenever you need to.Adjustable CalibrationThe Calibration function of this hand held tuner lets you adjust the pitch in 1 Hz steps over a range of 410 - 480 Hz in order to accommodate a variety of concert pitches, giving you the flexibility to tune accurately to any song or key. There's also a memory backup function that preserves the Calibration setting and Sound Out settings even when you turn off the power.Auto Power Off functionThe power of this digital tuner will turn off automatically if the unit is left powered-on for 20 minutes without performing any operation, avoiding unnecessary battery consumption.Approximately 85 hours of continuous useThe CA-40 is designed for long battery life, and allows approximately 85 hours of continuous use (continuous A4 input, Meter mode, zinc-carbon batteries).* Even if a sound is within the detectable pitch range, detection may be unsuccessful for instrumental sounds that contain a large number of overtones or decay rapidly.** The calibration setting and the Sound Out reference pitch are remembered even when you turn off the power. However, when you replace the batteries, these settings will be initialized to the default values; the calibration will return to 440 Hz, and the Sound Out reference pitch will return to A.Korg digital tuners and metronomes purchased from a Korg USA authorized dealer now have