KEY SPECS
| Snark ST-8 | |
|---|---|
| Street price | $12.11 |
| Key specs | |
| Detection accuracy | Not specified COMPARE |
| Detection range | Not specified COMPARE |
| Calibration range | 415-466 Hz (in 1 Hz steps) COMPARE |
| Tuning | |
| Instrument tuning modes | None |
| Transposition options | 1-4 semitones flat |
| Programmable? | No |
| Memory? | ? |
| Polyphonic? | No |
| Overwinding warning? | No |
| Display | |
| True analog strobe? | No |
| Display type | 4-color LCD |
| Display resolution | 11 segments (5+/5-) |
| Optional meter modes? | No |
| Invertible display? | No |
| Color-changing backlight | No |
| Features | |
| Built-in mic? | No |
| Metronome? | Yes, visual + tap tempo |
| Power | |
| Power source | CR2032 lithium battery |
| Battery life | Not specified |
| Auto-off/Power save? | Yes (~2 min) |
| Low battery indicator? | ? |
| Physical | |
| Enclosure | Plastic |
| Dimensions | Not specified |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Fine print | |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Release date | 2016 |
| Origin | China |
| Included extras | |
| Available accessories | |
| Notes | Replaces the Snark SN-8. 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
Metronome with tap-tempo
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
Red Flags
Detection accuracy not specified
Detection range not specified
Battery life not specified
