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Boss TU-3 Chromatic Tuner Pedal with Bypass
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Brand | BOSS |
Style | Standard |
Color | White |
Product Dimensions | 3.85"L x 2.65"W x 6"H |
Item Weight | 390 Grams |
About this item
- Guitar Bass Tuner Pedal with High-Brightness Mode f Outdo Visibility
- 21-segment LED Meter
- Drop Tuning Suppt
- Guitar/Bass Mode
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Product information
Item Weight | 13.8 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 4 x 3 x 6 inches |
ASIN | B004D8KX7K |
Item model number | TU3 |
Batteries | 1 D batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,053 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #258 in Guitar & Bass Accessories |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 21, 2010 |
Color Name | White |
Signal Format | Analog |
Size | (TU-3) |
Battery type | NiMH |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Voltage | 9 Volts |
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Product Description
Product Description
The BOSS "TU" line is synonymous with reliable, roadworthy and accurate tuning. Today, the world's most famous tuner prefix gets "clipped-on" with the debut of the TU-10. Reinventing the traditional image of clip-on tuners, the TU-10 offers a stylish design and robust body with high-performance features derived from other BOSS tuners, such as Ace-Pitch, flat tuning up to five semitones, and Stream mode. A unique feature - the "true color" LCD - provides a full, multi-color visual experience not seen before in other clip-on tuners. In addition, the reflection-display function dramatically improves visibility.
From the Manufacturer
TU-3 Chromatic Tuner Bringing the legendary stomp pedal quality and ruggedness to the tuner world. The world’s top-selling stage tuner, the BOSS TU-2, evolves and improves with the debut of the new TU-3. Housed in a tank-tough BOSS stompbox body, the TU-3 features a smooth 21-segment LED meter with a High-Brightness mode that cuts through the harshest outdoor glare. Choose between Chromatic or Guitar/Bass tuning modes, and enjoy visual pinpoint tuning verification with the Accu-Pitch Sign function. • 21-segment LED meter with brightness control • High-Brightness mode enhances meter visibility outdoors • Accurate to +/- one cent • Accu-Pitch Sign function provides visual verification when tuning is complete • Chromatic and Guitar/Bass mode (tune by string number, with support for 7-string guitars and 6-string basses) • Flat tuning is supported with Guitar Flat mode, which allows for “drop” tunings up to six semitones below standard pitch • Tuner automatically mutes when the tuner is on
From the manufacturer
About BOSS
BOSS, a division of Roland Corporation, has achieved legendary status among guitarists, bassists, and vocalists with a diverse, class-leading product line-up of creative tools with exceptional sound, intuitive control, and rugged durability. Since 1977, BOSS has lead the way with innovative effects pedals, amplifiers, multi-effects processors, and loopers to wireless systems, vocal effects, tuners, metronomes, rhythm machines, recorders, and more.
Additional Features
- Supplies power for up to seven BOSS compact effect pedals
- Tuner automatically mutes when the tuner is on
- Accurate to +/- one Cent
TU-3 Chromatic Tuner
Bringing the legendary stomp pedal quality and ruggedness to the tuner world.
The world’s top-selling stage tuner, the BOSS TU-2, evolves and improves with the debut of the new TU-3. Housed in a tank-tough BOSS stompbox body, the TU-3 features a smooth 21-segment LED meter with a High-Brightness mode that cuts through the harshest outdoor glare. Choose between Chromatic or Guitar/Bass tuning modes, and enjoy visual pinpoint tuning verification with the Accu-Pitch Sign function.
- 21-segment LED meter with brightness control
- High-Brightness mode enhances meter visibility outdoors
- Accu-Pitch Sign function provides visual verification when tuning is complete
- Chromatic and Guitar/Bass mode (tune by string number, with support for 7-string guitars and 6-string basses)
- Flat tuning is supported with Guitar Flat mode, which allows for “drop” tunings up to six semitones below standard pitch
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Functionality | Evolved from the world’s top-selling stage tuner, ideal for use on stage | TU-3 enhanced with BOSS craftsmanship and limited edition features | Compact version of the TU-3, designed to save space on your pedalboard |
Bypass | Buffered bypass | Buffered bypass or True bypass | Buffered bypass |
Controls | Pedal switch MODE button STREAM/CENT button | Pedal switch OUTPUT switch (BUF/THRU SW) MODE button STREAM/CENT button | MODE button STREAM/CENT button |
Width | 73 mm 2-7/8 inches | 73 mm 2-7/8 inches | 73 mm 2-7/8 inches |
Depth | 129 mm 5-1/8 inches | 129 mm 5-1/8 inches | 84 mm 3-5/16 inches |
Height | 59 mm 2-3/8 inches | 59 mm 2-3/8 inches | 56 mm 2-1/4 inches |
Weight (including battery) | 390 g 14 oz | 460 g 1 lb 1 oz | 220 g 8 oz |
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Delivery | — | Get it Apr 2 - 4 | — | Get it as soon as Tuesday, Apr 2 | Get it as soon as Tuesday, Apr 2 | Get it as soon as Tuesday, Apr 2 |
Customer Ratings | ||||||
Value for money | 4.1 | 5.0 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Versatility | — | 5.0 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Easy to use | 4.7 | — | — | 4.7 | 4.9 | — |
Sold By | Instrumentpro | GearNuts | Austin Bazaar | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
hardware interface | — | — | — | usb | usb | usb |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | — | Electric |
amperage | 85 milliamps | 0.1 milliamps | 0 milliamps | 13 milliamps | 20 milliamps | 30 milliamps |
signal format | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog |
controls type | Knob | — | Knob | Knob | Knob | Knob |
voltage | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | — | 9 volts | 9 volts |
style | Standard | Buffer,Mini | Distortion | Chorus | Standard | Standard |
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Customers like the versatility, quality and ease of use of the tuner. They mention that it's a great tool, easy to use and read, and built to last. They also appreciate the performance, saying that it works well and is effective. Customers also appreciate that the sound quality is great.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the tuner. They mention that it is well-made, solid, and reliable. The housing is good and it has a good reading from standing. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...All in all, this is a great tuner pedal, and I'm very happy with it. It does what it does very well...." Read more
"...and even though most reviewers said it was fast, accurate, and built like a tank, there was just something weird about it being priced at a..." Read more
"Easy to set up. Easy to use. Extremely durable." Read more
"Build quality is spectacular. Tuner operation is very simple and works well. However, you need to run this on a power supply...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the tuner. They say that it works well, is effective, and is typical of Boss gear. The modes and everything work fine, and it is accurate and reliable. Customers also say that the pedals proved to be solid, continuous performance at a fair price. They find it very useful and perfect for practicing.
"...It does what it does very well.The thing I really like about this tuner is that there is an output and a bypass...." Read more
"...The buffer on the TU-3W is very good, and it sounds great on my 12-pedal pedalboard...." Read more
"...mention it for those that are concerned about it.. The functionality/accuracy is also great...." Read more
"Build quality is spectacular. Tuner operation is very simple and works well. However, you need to run this on a power supply...." Read more
Customers say the tuner is very accurate, precise, and easy to use. They say it's accurate down to the lowest note, spot-on, and tracks the tuning smoothly and steadily in absolute real time. Customers also mention that the display is set up makes it easy to be precise. Overall, customers are satisfied with the accuracy and functionality of the product.
"...Never seems to pick up the correct note on my guitar. This tuner is much better...." Read more
"...picks up and locks onto a note faster than I can look at it; tracks the tuning smoothly and steadily in absolute real time; never second-guesses..." Read more
"...The accuracy of the Peterson StroboStomp HD is great, but really, that extra accuracy is not really needed when you’re just tuning up at a gig or..." Read more
"...display mode which can even be seen in daylight, and modes for step up and down tuning, as well as a stop scrolling lights which stop when your..." Read more
Customers find the instrument parts and accessories easy to use. They say it's intuitive, easy to set up, and easy to read. They also mention that the display is easy to see and the tuning meter is easy. Customers also say the build quality is spectacular and the operation is simple. They mention that it'll work well on a guitar or other instrument.
"...This tuner is much better. Easy configuration, you can set it for guitar or chomatic or flat steps down, etc. The interface is super easy to read...." Read more
"...in absolute real time; never second-guesses itself; and it's so easy to read. If there's a better way to tune, I can't imagine how...." Read more
"Easy to set up. Easy to use. Extremely durable." Read more
"...The Boss pedal design and form factor is better designed and more intuitive, and is also easier to install on a pedalboard than the Peterson...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the product. They mention that it sounds great, has a good function that it mute the sound on stage, and is perfect for their bass. They also appreciate the muting function when tuning and the buffer muter that mutes when you play. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and quality of this pedal.
"...mixing them together in the studio software makes for a very full sounding recording...." Read more
"...The buffer on the TU-3W is very good, and it sounds great on my 12-pedal pedalboard...." Read more
"Nothing to complain about. Perfect for my bass." Read more
"...picking up or setting down my guitar and have absolutely no concerns about making noise until I'm meant to." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the brightness of the product. They mention that the lights are pretty bright to see in the sun, the display mode is bright, and it delivers in any lighting. The streaming light effect is extremely cool and practical. They also like the new LED indicator lights.
"...This also has a bright display mode which can even be seen in daylight, and modes for step up and down tuning, as well as a stop scrolling lights..." Read more
"This gives me the option of extreme fine tuning. The optics are bright enough I can see it clearly from standing over it...." Read more
"This pedal delivers in any lighting and is very accurate. If not attached to a pedal board supply power source,..." Read more
"...Bright LEDs that can be set to an even brighter mode for outdoor use tell you when you're in tune...." Read more
Customers find the tuner versatile and practical. They say it's the best and most versatile on the market. Customers also say it has a multitude of functions and is easy to use. They mention that it has good options like extra bright lights and that it'll work perfect.
"...Bypass never gets cut. It's great for at home or if you are tuning somebody else to your instrument...." Read more
"...In bypass mode it is great for practice." Read more
"This is by far, the best pedal I've ever purchased. Most useful too. The other ones? Well, I don't play very well so they're just for making noise...." Read more
"...I play out live in clubs and this device is indispensable. Accurate and quick - great for between song quick tuning...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the product. Some mention that it's worth the money, while others say that it isn't worth the extra money.
"Very little real-estate on my board and accurate. What else do you need in a tuner?" Read more
"...Great product - well made - worth every penny.** UPDATE **..." Read more
"...The price is a bit higher than other tuner pedals, wo find it on sale, or buy used, if you really want one." Read more
"...Road worthy, cost effective and, if you don't break yours like I did my original, it will last you a lifetime...." Read more
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The thing I really like about this tuner is that there is an output and a bypass. Output gets cut when the pedal is active. If you are playing live, this is the one you will want to use. Bypass never gets cut. It's great for at home or if you are tuning somebody else to your instrument. But there's another awesome use for it; you can use it as a splitter and run your signal through 2 amps. This is fantastic for recording. Setting one amp up for the low end and another amp up for the high end and then mixing them together in the studio software makes for a very full sounding recording. If you want to run the same effects, put the tuner last, if you want to run different effects, put the tuner first.
The top feature I needed in a tuner pedal, aside from accuracy, was speed. I've always used the clip-on style, namely the Snark SN-8 , which promises to be fast and tight. It's a good tuner that has served me well without any complaints, but I felt like I should invest in something of a more professional grade.
I narrowed it down to this TU-3w, along with the TC Electronic PolyTune 3 , the Korg Pitchblack Custom , and the ultra-affordable Snark SN-10S . It was tough to choose, as these are all well-regarded tuners.
The PolyTune's ability to tune all strings at once was interesting, but a lot of people said they ended up checking each one individually anyway. Plus, since my primary use will be with a bass guitar, I doubt that I'd actually use the polyphonic method. A lot of folks said the display was sometimes more difficult to see in polyphonic mode (since it has to display all strings at the same time).
The Korg Pitchblack was a contender simply because it's one of the tried-and-true tuners, and the Custom version just looks cool, but nothing really stood out otherwise. I really like the display on the Snark SN-10S (and so did a ton of other reviewers), and even though most reviewers said it was fast, accurate, and built like a tank, there was just something weird about it being priced at a fraction of the others (and I don't know why that would be a problem!).
Since I couldn't make up my mind, I defaulted to this one since the TU-3 seems to be "the" industry standard tuner -- everyone either has one or has used one. I'm really glad I did, and I won't think twice about the others.
Of the clip-on tuners and tuner apps I've used, nearly all of them seem to have some level of lag. Worse, many of them give a slightly different reading for the same note that you've just tuned. Speed means nothing when you can't get a consistent measurement.
This TU-3w picks up and locks onto a note faster than I can look at it; tracks the tuning smoothly and steadily in absolute real time; never second-guesses itself; and it's so easy to read. If there's a better way to tune, I can't imagine how.
Even if I spent more than I really needed to for the Waza Craft edition, I'm extremely pleased with every penny that I invested, making it one of my most prized tools in my gig bag.
However, do you really need that kind of accuracy on a pedal? Is it even beneficial?
One thing I noticed when I started using the Boss TU-3W Waza Craft tuner pedal is that it seems to do its job in a quicker way than the Peterson pedal. The TU-3W seems more suited to situations like band rehearsals and gigs. The accuracy of the Peterson StroboStomp HD is great, but really, that extra accuracy is not really needed when you’re just tuning up at a gig or rehearsal with your pedalboard. Unless you also need that tuner for working on intonation and setups, it’s really not necessary.
For as little as most of us need an accurate tuner for setups and intonation from time to time, there are some smartphone apps that are just as accurate as a strobe tuner, these cost from five to ten dollars each.
The TU-3W simply zeroes in on the note, lets you know when you’re in tune with the brightly illuminated light, and that’s it, you’re in tune. Assuming that your guitar is properly intonated, that’s all you need. The less complicated, the better.
The buffer on the TU-3W is very good, and it sounds great on my 12-pedal pedalboard. In all fairness, the buffer on the Peterson Strobostomp is also very good. The advantage of the TU-3W is that switching from the buffer to true bypass is much easier to do on the fly, whereas on the StroboStomp the switch is in the battery compartment and more difficult to get to.
Between the BOSS TU-3W and the Peterson StroboStomp HD, they are both excellent pedals and you won't go wrong with either one. It's a matter of preference at this point. I found the large number of "sweeteners" on the Peterson to be a distraction, and I honestly never used them other then messing around with them a few times. I found the BOSS TU-3W to be able to get the job done quicker then the Peterson. The Boss pedal design and form factor is better designed and more intuitive, and is also easier to install on a pedalboard than the Peterson.
On the other hand, I know players who absolutely love the many sweeteners on the Peterson, as well as the higher level of tuning accuracy for doing setups. It all depends on what you need the pedal for. You won't go wrong with either pedal.
The Boss TU-3W Waza Craft is a great pedal and is recommended.
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Reviewed in Canada on January 14, 2023
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