KEY SPECS
| Snark ST-2 | |
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| Street price | $10.98
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| Key specs | |
| Detection Accuracy |
Regular Mode Our test: ±3.90 centsCOMPARE (Flat: ±3.98 cents | Sharp: ±3.82 cents) Accuracy not specified by manufacturer |
| Detection Range | Detection range not specified by manufacturer COMPARE |
| Calibration range | 415-466 Hz (In 1-Hertz steps)COMPARE |
| Responsiveness | Not testedCOMPARE |
| Notes: | |
| Tuning | |
| Instrument tuning modes | None |
| Transposition options | 1-4 semitones flat |
| Programmable? | No |
| Memory? | No |
| Polyphonic? | No |
| Overwinding warning? | No | Display |
| Display type | 4-color LCD |
| Display resolution | 27 segments (13-/13+) |
| Optional meter modes? | No |
| Invertible display? | No |
| Color-changing backlight | No | Features |
| Built-in mic? | Yes |
| Metronome? | Yes, visual + tap tempo (40-250 bpm) |
| Power | |
| Power source | CR2032 lithium battery |
| Battery life | Not specified |
| Auto-off/Power save? | Yes (~2 min) |
| Low battery indicator? | Yes |
| Physical | |
| Enclosure | Plastic |
| Dimensions | Not specified |
| Weight | 36 g (1.27 oz) with battery |
| Fine print | |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Release date | 2016 |
| Made in | China |
| Included extras | Cloth-like bag |
| Available accessories | -- |
| Notes | The ST-2 is apparently the update to the Snark SN-2. Documentation includes this warning: "DO NOT USE ON ANY GIBSON® GUITAR OR GUITAR WITH NITROCELLULOSE FINISH. SNARK advises NOT to use its tuner with any instruments having these types of finishes: Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Polyurethane, French Polish, Oil Finish or Gibson® guitars which have nitrocellulose finishes, unless you accept the risk of dents to the headstock." |
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Pros
Optional mic sensor
Metronome with tap-tempo (40-250 bpm)
Solid, responsive on/off switch
Wide calibration range
Flat tuning up to 4 semitones
Cons
Clip padding material can damage certain finishes
Bulky head and clip
Reported durability and quality issues
Red Flags
Detection accuracy not specified
Detection range not specified
Battery life not specified
