Boss TU-2 | |
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Street price | --
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Key specs | |
Detection Accuracy |
Stream/Cent Our test: ±2.88 centsCOMPARE Flat: ±2.98 cents | Sharp: ±2.78 cents Accuracy is within manufacturer's spec of ±3.0 cents |
Detection Range | 16.35-4186.01 Hz (C0-C8) COMPARE |
Calibration range | 438-445 Hz (In 1-Hertz steps) COMPARE |
Responsiveness | Not tested COMPARE |
Notes: | |
Tuning | |
Instrument tuning modes | Chromatic, Guitar, Bass |
Transposition options | 1-2 semitones flat |
Programmable? | No |
Memory? | Yes |
Polyphonic? | No |
Display | |
Display type | 3-color LED |
Display resolution | 11 segments (5-/5+) |
Optional meter display modes? | Yes: Stream or Cent |
Features | |
Bypass mode | Buffered |
Volume/Boost? | No |
Mute? | Yes |
USB? | No |
Power | |
Power source | 9V battery or 9V AC adapter |
Battery life | 6 hours |
Auto-off/Power save? | No |
Battery indicator? | Indicated by dimming of "Check" indicator light |
DC out? | Yes |
Power consumption | 55 mA max |
Physical | |
Enclosure | Steel |
Dimensions | 73 x 129 x 50 mm (2.87 x 5.08 x 1.97 in) |
Weight | 420 g (15 oz) |
Fine print | |
Warranty | 5 year parts, 2 years labor |
Release date | 1998 |
Nade in | Taiwan |
Included features | Dual signal outputs, silent switching |
Available accessories | Boss PSA-120S Power Adapter — Buy on Amazon ($26.99) Boss PCS-20A Parallel DC Cord — Search on Reverb |
Notes | Discontinued, replaced by the Boss TU-3 |
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Pros
Top-notch build and materials
Dual outputs
Simple controls, easy to use
Reliable
Cons
Poor ±3.0 cent accuracy
Limited calibration and transposition options
No longer in production