TC Electronic POLYTUNE CLIP Clip-On Tuner with Polyphonic, Strobe and Chromatic Modes and 108 LED Matrix Display for Ultimate Tuning Performance
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Brand | TC Electronic |
Style | Clip |
Color | standart |
Product Dimensions | 1"L x 2"W x 3"H |
Item Weight | 8 ounces |
About this item
- Poly tune technology - tune all 6 strings simultaneously
- Chromatic (/- 0.5 cent) and extra accurate strobe (/- 0.02 cent) modes
- Ultra-bright and easy to read adaptive display - ensures a perfect readout No matter what orientation clip is attached
- Flat tuning and capo modes
- Elegant yet durable design, with high-quality stainless steel clip
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Product information
Item Weight | 8 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 1 x 2 x 3 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B00ZU4G0ZK |
Item model number | POLYTUNE CLIP |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #763 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #19 in Music Tuning Accessories |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 18, 2015 |
Color Name | standart |
Signal Format | Analog |
Size | standart |
Battery type | Alkaline |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
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Product Description
PolyTune Clip is here to change all that and bring about a revolution! Combining renowned state-of-the-art tuning technology with unprecedented good looks and functionality, PolyTune Clip gives all electric and acoustic players a tune-up that's unmatched in speed, precision, flexibility and refinement. With the adaptive display, even left-handed players or those who may simply want to hide The tuner behind the headstock can use it too. PolyTune Clip is much more than just a clip-on Tuner, it's a revolution! Perfectly combining state of the art tuning technology with an unprecedented attention to aesthetics and functionality, PolyTune Clip gives a tune-up that's unmatched in speed, precision and grace. Not only is PolyTune Clip The best PolyTune we've ever made - it's the best tuner by any measure.
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POLYTUNE CLIP
Clip-On Tuner with Polyphonic, Strobe and Chromatic Modes and 108 LED Matrix Display for Ultimate Tuning Performance
- State of the art clip-on tuner offers multiple tuning modes for total tuning accuracy
- Polyphonic tuning allows you to tune all 6 guitar strings at once
- Ultra-precise strobe tuner gives you ±0.02 cent resolution for ultimate tuning performance
- Lightning-fast chromatic tuning mode allows for quick on-stage tune-ups
- Super-bright 108-LED matrix provides a high accuracy display in all viewing conditions
- Adaptive screen automatically switches orientation for left- and right-hand viewing
- Monopoly feature automatically switches between polyphonic and monophonic tuning modes
- Flat and capo tuning and reference pitch selection for total tuning flexibility
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POLYTUNE CLIPSporting ultra-precise strobe, chromatic and polyphonic modes, the POLYTUNE CLIP is the reigning champion of all things tuning. The POLYTUNE CLIP’s discreet design provides stealthy tune-ups - on stage or in the studio - so you’re back to perfect pitch before anyone even notices you’re drifting. With the POLYTUNE CLIP, your performance will be legendary!
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The Holy Tuning TrinityPOLYTUNE CLIP is designed to be your trusty tuning companion, whether you're going for a quick onstage tune-up or an ultra-precise setup of your instrument. POLYTUNE CLIP sports three distinct tuning modes ranging from the game-changing polyphonic tuning mode that lets you tune all 6 strings at once, to your trusty chromatic tuner and all the way to an ultra-precise strobe tuner mode, which offers +/-0.02 cents of tuning precision. No matter what method you choose to use, the tuning trinity of POLYTUNE CLIP will always guide you to pitch perfection. |
Dressed To ImpressDeveloped with a luthier-like attention to detail, POLYTUNE CLIP is the perfect combination of beauty and brains. With its carefully chosen high-quality components and stunning clean looks, POLYTUNE CLIP is designed to complement you and your instrument, while containing the most advanced tuning technology to date. Through a massive engineering feat we managed to condense our proprietary PolyTune algorithm, shrink key components and increase battery life all while creating a tuner more powerful than any PolyTune released before it. The new tuning standard has just been defined and its name is POLYTUNE CLIP! |
In Tune With YouAs musicians we are all different. We play different instruments in different styles on different stages around the world, which is why it's a shame that all clip-on tuners are so set in their ways… until now! With its adaptive display, POLYTUNE CLIP is designed to be in tune with you and your needs by automatically switching between polyphonic and chromatic tuning modes. By adjusting to however you want to use it; left handed, right handed, horizontally, vertically, electric, acoustic, guitar or bass; POLYTUNE CLIP's got your back! |
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Delivery | Get it as soon as Wednesday, Apr 3 | Get it as soon as Wednesday, Apr 3 | Get it as soon as Wednesday, Apr 3 | Get it Apr 12 - 17 |
Customer Ratings | ||||
Easy to read | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Accuracy | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Easy to use | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.4 | — | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Versatility | 4.5 | — | 4.3 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon Global Store UK |
hardware interface | — | usb | — | 1 4 inch audio |
power source | — | Corded Electric | — | Corded Electric |
amperage | 0.1 milliamps | 300 milliamps | 0.1 milliamps | 0.04 milliamps |
signal format | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog |
voltage | 240 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | — |
style | Clip | Compact | Tuner | Compact |
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Customers like the ease of use, clipping, accuracy, performance, and durability of the guitar effect device. For example, they mention it's very quick in its recognition of notes, and the best clip-on tuner on the market. That said, opinions are mixed on value, and tuning.
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Customers find the guitar effect device easy to use. They say it's accurate, easy to read, and very quick in its recognition of notes. They also say it makes tuning a lot faster and easier. Customers also mention that the display is easy to see and use, and the on/off switch is easy access.
"...all it takes to see where things are at, and it's a super fast way to tune all your strings at once if you're in a hurry and don't want to tune each..." Read more
"This is a great tuner. Easy to read and easy to get my guitar in tune. HOWEVER, the whole clip is made of metal. And not even finished metal...." Read more
"...model that has a more flexible clamp system - making it easier to find the right spot, but the too-small display plagues this one as well. [..." Read more
"...tuners and these get you right on the standard pitch, but are way quicker to use." Read more
Customers find the guitar effect device easy to clip on. They say it's the best clip-on tuner on the market, and it'll keep them in great tune even in alternate tunings. Customers also say the craft on the tuner is amazing, and they've had no problems with it or battery issues.
"...From an aesthetic design standpoint, this tuner is a lot less obtrusive and far more slick looking than the other options out there...." Read more
"This is a great tuner. Easy to read and easy to get my guitar in tune. HOWEVER, the whole clip is made of metal. And not even finished metal...." Read more
"...have the capacity to test the accuracy scientifically, but it sounds good to my ear (I've played guitar for over 40 years) and compares favorably..." Read more
"...The tuning itself is uncanny in how accurate it is. This will keep you in great tune even in alternate tunings, the different harmonic resonance..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the accuracy of the guitar effect device. They mention that it is super accurate, and can provide pinpoint accuracy even in a loud environment. They also appreciate the sensitivity, display, and accuracy of this tuner. The strobe mode is also very accurate, but a little trippy to decipher until you get used to it. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and functionality of this product.
"...Strobe mode is very accurate, but a little trippy to decipher until you get used to it, then it's very fast (also sort of space-age and fun)...." Read more
"...Accuracy seems very good - I don't have the capacity to test the accuracy scientifically, but it sounds good to my ear..." Read more
"...the way Peterson handles it, but I only use that mode now, as it's super accurate once you get used to it...." Read more
"Accurate tuner with excellent features. Unfortunately, the build is way too flimsy and the battery compartment door doesn't fit snugly" Read more
Customers like the performance of the guitar effect device. They mention that it works well, is easy to use, and has good contact with the headstock. Some say that the clip is rock solid and works well on the thick headstock of their instrument. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.
"...this to be somewhat true, but not an issue for me since it works great on the end of my Martin acoustic headstock, and in the middle of both my..." Read more
"...They are cheaper - a lot cheaper, and work pretty well. However, I have seen too many break at the clip for me to spend more money on them. [..." Read more
"love this tuner i m a beginner and this is easy havent used all function yet may never" Read more
"...Unfortunately, it just doesn't function that well for bass...." Read more
Customers like the durability of the guitar effect device. They say it's robust, the clip is rock solid, and the case doesn't break. The tuner is stable and holds its own on all levels. It does not have that cheap plastic feel or ugly design of the $19 tuners.
"...It appears minimalist, functional, and robust. I'm not sure what those other folks expect...." Read more
"...Ease of use.* Quality - I have never bought a TC Electronics product (And I have a lot of their products) that wasn't really well built...." Read more
"Accurate tuner with excellent features. Unfortunately, the build is way too flimsy and the battery compartment door doesn't fit snugly" Read more
"...the clip itself, but I'm hoping for the best, and it certainly seems robust enough...." Read more
Customers like the visibility of the guitar effect device. They mention it has a bright, easy to understand display that shows when you have exactly tuned to pitch. They also say the display is very clear and accurate. Some mention that the display also has strobe display if the default doesn't float their boat.
"...It lights up clearly and is easy to use. Even better a battery last years!..." Read more
"...The second as I have already mentioned, is the brightness...." Read more
"...Yes, it DOES allow you to tune string by string and the screen is very visible even for my aging eyes...." Read more
"...flimsy instruction sheet written in extremely small type that was hard to read...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the guitar effect device. Some mention that it's worth the price, splurge, and effort, while others say that it’s pretty pricey for what it is.
"...They are cheaper - a lot cheaper, and work pretty well. However, I have seen too many break at the clip for me to spend more money on them. [..." Read more
"...Second, this thing is pretty expensive...." Read more
"...It will be worth every penny for you...." Read more
"...to find using the Amazon search engine but keep looking it is worth the effort. Compact, well made, durable and easy to read and use...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the tuning of the guitar effect device. Some mention that it has two tuning options, where you can tune each string individually with great precision, or you can strum all six. They also appreciate that it can do a variety of tunings, and that the fact that you can check the tuning on all strings simultaneously is amazing. However, others say that it's hard to tune in strobe mode, and is tedious. They complain that the adjustability is only on one plane, and they're disappointed in the low accuracy of the Snark tuners.
"This is a great tuner. Easy to read and easy to get my guitar in tune. HOWEVER, the whole clip is made of metal. And not even finished metal...." Read more
"...(in fact, yes, the modes appear not to agree perfectly sometimes, as one guy who gave it two stars noted)..." Read more
"I use this on banjo and upright bass. It picks up the wide range of frequencies (lots of tuners don't work well on the lower pitches)...." Read more
"...Let's start with what I like:The tuning itself is uncanny in how accurate it is...." Read more
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The polyphonic mode isn't as accurate as when you check each string individually (in fact, yes, the modes appear not to agree perfectly sometimes, as one guy who gave it two stars noted), but the polyphonic function gives you a quick and easy way to see if a string is so far out of tune that you should take the time to adjust it. One strum across all the strings and a quick glance is all it takes to see where things are at, and it's a super fast way to tune all your strings at once if you're in a hurry and don't want to tune each string one at a time to perfection (and if you do, then you may also suffer from OCD). Strobe mode is very accurate, but a little trippy to decipher until you get used to it, then it's very fast (also sort of space-age and fun).
When deciding to purchase this I read some reviews that complained that they didn't like the clip, but I don't agree with them. It appears minimalist, functional, and robust. I'm not sure what those other folks expect. From an aesthetic design standpoint, this tuner is a lot less obtrusive and far more slick looking than the other options out there. One guy said he was afraid it could scratch his headstock, but I think you'd have to work at it pretty hard for that to happen.
I also read some reviews that complained that the PolyTune Clip was a little fussy about where it's placed on the headstock in order to read all the strings. I found this to be somewhat true, but not an issue for me since it works great on the end of my Martin acoustic headstock, and in the middle of both my Fender Stratocaster headstocks (though not as well on the tip of the Stratocaster headstock where it's harder to see anyway). Others complained that since it doesn't swivel in all directions they didn't like it, but I've not really found that to be a problem for me since the best placements on my headstocks also happen to be in places and at an angle where it's easy to see. I also suspect that if it had another point to swivel from it may not be as accurate and sensitive as it is since more rotating parts means more places to negatively affect the vibrations it's trying to sense.
In order to get the most out of it, you probably need to read the manual. I suspect some of the negative reviewers aren't big on doing that, and that's why they're happier with the less expensive clip-on tuners. Or maybe they just got a defective unit, who knows.
I have expensive guitars and I like to keep them perfect with no scratches, Everytime I put this tuner on a guitar, I cringe and curse the designer. What was he thinking to use exposed sheet metal on a tool that was going to live on a $5000 instrument??
But don't fret - I have the perfect solution. Snark makes just OK tuners but they have a great clip design. So I took off the TC clip and used double back tape to tape the TC tuner to the Snark body. Looks hokey, but works great now!
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2023
I have expensive guitars and I like to keep them perfect with no scratches, Everytime I put this tuner on a guitar, I cringe and curse the designer. What was he thinking to use exposed sheet metal on a tool that was going to live on a $5000 instrument??
But don't fret - I have the perfect solution. Snark makes just OK tuners but they have a great clip design. So I took off the TC clip and used double back tape to tape the TC tuner to the Snark body. Looks hokey, but works great now!
The tuner is a lot smaller than most pictures would have you believe. The clip is mostly metal, compared to plastic in most competitors. Accuracy seems very good - I don't have the capacity to test the accuracy scientifically, but it sounds good to my ear (I've played guitar for over 40 years) and compares favorably with the other tuners I referenced it against - namely a Boss TU-3 and a PolyTune Mini, as well as other clip on tuners (see below).
I have heard some complaints that the adjustability is only on one plane, so you can't place the tuner "just so", but in practice, I haven't had a problem putting it where it is highly visible on a variety of guitar head stocks, both 6 on a side (Fender style) or 3x3 (Gibson/Guild, etc.). When you “flip” the tuner to attach it “upside down”, the display automatically adjusts.
So, let's compare to some of the competitors that reside in my music room.
A lot of my friends love the Snark tuners - I own a few, myself. They are cheaper - a lot cheaper, and work pretty well. However, I have seen too many break at the clip for me to spend more money on them. Snark SN-1 Tuner
D'Addario NS Micro-clip tuners. Hard to position just right and the display is too small to really tune easily. D'Addario NS Micro Clip-On Tuner They make a different model that has a more flexible clamp system - making it easier to find the right spot, but the too-small display plagues this one as well. D'Addario NS Micro Universal Tuner
Up until now my favorite clip-on tuner is the Intellitouch PT-10. Intellitouch PT10 Mini Clip-On Tuner - Easy to use, and a display that is easy to "dial-in". While I still like this model, and will use them when the occasion warrants it, it is a slight step below the PolyTune clip.
What I liked about the PolyTune Clip:
* Style - the multiple LED lights are easy to read and make it easy to dial in the proper pitch. When the string is out of tune you see red lights and green when it is in tune. The multiple LEDs make it easy to see just how far out of tune you are.
* The ability to check all strings at once (the "PolyTune" feature is unique to TC Electronics).
* Multiple tunings available (and tuning for Bass guitar)
* Ease of use.
* Quality - I have never bought a TC Electronics product (And I have a lot of their products) that wasn't really well built.
What I didn't like:
* Price - at around $49 street price, they are more money than some, but they are a lot better built. I got this one through Amazon Vine to evaluate, but I also bought another one because I like them a lot!
* The cheap, flimsy instruction sheet written in extremely small type that was hard to read. You'd think for $50 that they'd give you a copy of the manual (which is very well written and easy to follow). You can download the owner's manual from the TC Electronics website.
Clip-on tuners are easy to use, especially in a live setting. Even the fact that you can almost maintain eye contact with your audience while tuning, rather than looking down at a floor mounted tuner adds professionalism to your performance. The TC Electronics PolyTune Clip is the best clip on tuner I’ve had the pleasure of working with to date.
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2015
The tuner is a lot smaller than most pictures would have you believe. The clip is mostly metal, compared to plastic in most competitors. Accuracy seems very good - I don't have the capacity to test the accuracy scientifically, but it sounds good to my ear (I've played guitar for over 40 years) and compares favorably with the other tuners I referenced it against - namely a Boss TU-3 and a PolyTune Mini, as well as other clip on tuners (see below).
I have heard some complaints that the adjustability is only on one plane, so you can't place the tuner "just so", but in practice, I haven't had a problem putting it where it is highly visible on a variety of guitar head stocks, both 6 on a side (Fender style) or 3x3 (Gibson/Guild, etc.). When you “flip” the tuner to attach it “upside down”, the display automatically adjusts.
So, let's compare to some of the competitors that reside in my music room.
A lot of my friends love the Snark tuners - I own a few, myself. They are cheaper - a lot cheaper, and work pretty well. However, I have seen too many break at the clip for me to spend more money on them. [[ASIN:B003VWJ2K8 Snark SN-1 Tuner]]
D'Addario NS Micro-clip tuners. Hard to position just right and the display is too small to really tune easily. [[ASIN:B005FKF1PY D'Addario NS Micro Clip-On Tuner]] They make a different model that has a more flexible clamp system - making it easier to find the right spot, but the too-small display plagues this one as well. [[ASIN:B00L1LLJUW D'Addario NS Micro Universal Tuner]]
Up until now my favorite clip-on tuner is the Intellitouch PT-10. [[ASIN:B002KDHBRU Intellitouch PT10 Mini Clip-On Tuner]] - Easy to use, and a display that is easy to "dial-in". While I still like this model, and will use them when the occasion warrants it, it is a slight step below the PolyTune clip.
What I liked about the PolyTune Clip:
* Style - the multiple LED lights are easy to read and make it easy to dial in the proper pitch. When the string is out of tune you see red lights and green when it is in tune. The multiple LEDs make it easy to see just how far out of tune you are.
* The ability to check all strings at once (the "PolyTune" feature is unique to TC Electronics).
* Multiple tunings available (and tuning for Bass guitar)
* Ease of use.
* Quality - I have never bought a TC Electronics product (And I have a lot of their products) that wasn't really well built.
What I didn't like:
* Price - at around $49 street price, they are more money than some, but they are a lot better built. I got this one through Amazon Vine to evaluate, but I also bought another one because I like them a lot!
* The cheap, flimsy instruction sheet written in extremely small type that was hard to read. You'd think for $50 that they'd give you a copy of the manual (which is very well written and easy to follow). You can download the owner's manual from the TC Electronics website.
Clip-on tuners are easy to use, especially in a live setting. Even the fact that you can almost maintain eye contact with your audience while tuning, rather than looking down at a floor mounted tuner adds professionalism to your performance. The TC Electronics PolyTune Clip is the best clip on tuner I’ve had the pleasure of working with to date.