Korg Pitchblack Guitar Pedal Tuner (Discontinued)

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Korg Pitchblack Guitar Pedal Tuner

Gearank Recommendation

The Pitchblack Pedal appeared on our recommended list for Pedal Tuners from March 2017 until April 2018.

Overview

The Pitchblack Pedal is designed for use with both guitar and bass and includes a 9V out for providing power to other pedals.

It also has true bypass so you don't need to worry about it eating up your tone when you're not tuning.

Some guitarists choose this over the Boss TU-3 because it's more compact and takes up less space on your pedalboard.

It's used by both electric and acoustic-electric players.

One thing to note is that you have to unplug your guitar cable from the pedal to ensure it stops draining the battery. Of course, this isn't an issue if you're using a power adapter.

When compared to the Boss TU-3 the Korg Pitchblack Pedal is a little cheaper and is also appreciated by musicians who sometimes have trouble seeing readings under some stage and outdoor lighting conditions.

Specifications

  • Tuning Accuracy: ±1 cent
  • Tuning Range: E0 (20.60 Hz) to C8 (4186 Hz)
  • Reference Pitch: A4 = 436 - 445 Hz (1 Hz steps)
  • Tuning Modes: Meter, Full Strobe, Half Strobe, Mirror
  • Display: Large bright LED meters
  • Bypass: True Bypass
  • Power Supply: 9V battery or optional 9V AC adaptor - can also supply power to other pedals
  • Battery Life: Approximately 5 hours (A4 continuous input, tuner on, display mode: Meter, using a 9 volt battery)
  • Dimensions: 2.68” (68 mm) x 4.72” (120 mm) x 1.85” (47 mm) - including feet
  • Weight: 0.64 lbs (292 g) - including battery
Unfortunately this is no longer available, however there are excellent alternatives which you can see in our guide to The Best Pedal Tuners.