| Boss TU-2 | |
|---|---|
| Street price | -- Buy on Amazon Search on Reverb  |
| 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 ReliableCons
Poor ±3.0 cent accuracy Limited calibration and transposition options No longer in production
