Along with Boss’s TU-2/TU-3, the PolyTune 2 is one of the most popular pedal tuners ever built — and for good reason. With its sleek Scandinavian looks, six-string polyphonic tuning capability and ±0.1 cent accuracy (in Strobe mode), the PolyTune 2 delivers outstanding tuner technology in a nice-looking package.
| TC Electronic PolyTune 2 | |
|---|---|
| Street price | $99.99
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| Key specs | |
| Detection Accuracy |
Needle Our test: ±3.35 centsCOMPARE Flat: ±3.09 cents | Sharp: ±3.62 cents Manufacturer's specs: ±0.5 cents ------------------------------------------------- Strobe Our test: Better than ±0.1 centsCOMPARE Manufacturer's specs: ±0.1 cents ------------------------------------------------- Polyphonic Our test: ±5.55 centsCOMPARE Flat: ±5.63 cents | Sharp: ±5.47 cents Detection accuracy in Polyphonic mode is not specified by manufacturer |
| Detection Range | 27.50-4186.01 Hz (A0-C8)COMPARE |
| Calibration range | 435-445 Hz (In 1-Hertz steps) COMPARE |
| Responsiveness | Not testedCOMPARE |
| Notes: | |
| Tuning | |
| Instrument tuning modes? | Chromatic, Guitar, Bass, Drop-D |
| Transposition options | 1-5 semitones flat, 1-7 semitones capo |
| Programmable? | No |
| Memory? | Yes |
| Polyphonic? | Yes |
| Display | |
| Display type | 2-color LEDs (green and red) |
| Display resolution | 17 segments (8-/8+) x5 matrix |
| Optional meter modes? | Yes (Guitar Needle, Guitar Strobe, Bass Needle, Bass Strobe, Polyphonic) |
| Features | |
| Bypass mode | True bypass |
| Volume/Boost? | No |
| Mute? | Yes |
| USB? | Yes |
| Power | |
| Power source | 9V battery or 9V AC adapter |
| Battery life | Not specified |
| Auto-off/Power save? | No |
| Low battery indicator? | No |
| DC out? | Yes (provides up to 2A to daisy-chained pedals) |
| Power consumption | 45 to 50 mA (typical use) |
| Physical | |
| Enclosure | Die-cast aluminum |
| Dimensions | 72 x 122 x 50 mm ( 2.8 x 4.8 x 2.0 in) |
| Weight | 300 g (10.6 oz) including battery |
| Fine print | |
| Warranty | TC Electronic's 3-year warranty applies only if the product is registered online within 90 days of date of purchase. If you fail to register within 90 days, the term of warranty is 1 year. Foot switches are warranted for only 90 days. Digital displays/meters are warranted for only 1 year. Purchase receipt is required as proof of purchase. The warranty covers only the original buyer. |
| Release date | 2013 (version 2) |
| Made in | Thailand |
| Included extras | Ambient light sensor, 3M hook-and-loop pads, easy battery access, "Tuner Magnet" feature in Needle Mode |
| Available accessories | TC Electronic PowerPlug 9 — Buy on Amazon ($24.99) |
| Notes | For a DC power supply, TC Electronic specifies a standard 9V DC center-pin negative providing greater than 100 mA |
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Pros
Very good detection accuracy (in Strobe mode)
Bright LED display
Ambient light sensor
Good transposition options
True bypass
USB port for firmware updates
Cons
Polyphonic mode is not very accurate
Not a true strobe tuner
User interface can be a bit confusing
Puzzling product labeling (version 1 vs. 2)
Red Flags
Detection accuracy in Polyphonic mode is not disclosed
Battery life is not specified
