KEY SPECS
| TC Electronic PolyTune Clip | |
|---|---|
| Street price | $49.99
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| Key specs | |
| Detection Accuracy |
Needle Mode Our test: -- COMPARE -- Manufacturer's specs: ±0.5 cents ------------------------------------------------- Strobe Mode Our test: -- COMPARE Manufacturer's specs: ±0.02 cents ------------------------------------------------- Polyphonic Mode Our test: -- COMPARE -- 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 |
| Transposition options | 1-5 semitones flat, 1-7 semitones capo |
| Programmable? | No |
| Memory? | Yes |
| Polyphonic? | Yes |
| Display | |
| Display type | 2-color LED (red and green) |
| Display resolution | 17 segments (8-/8+) x5 matrix |
| Optional meter modes? | Yes (Guitar Needle, Guitar Strobe, Bass Needle, Bass Strobe, Polyphonic) |
| Features | |
| Built-in mic? | No |
| Visual metronome? | No |
| USB? | No |
| Power | |
| Power source | CR2032 lithium battery |
| Battery life | 18 hours |
| Auto-off/Power save? | Yes (~3 min) |
| Low battery indicator? | No |
| Physical | |
| Enclosure | Plastic with Stainless steel clip |
| Dimensions | 25 x 60 x 28 mm (0.98 x 2.36 x 1.1 in) |
| Weight | 32 g (1.13 oz) including battery |
| Fine print | |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Release date | 2015 |
| Origin | Thailand |
| Included extras | Self-orienting display |
| Recommended batteries | Energizer CR2032 lithium batteries (2-count) — Buy on Amazon ($3.21) |
| Available accessories | -- |
| Notes | Available in white and black |
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Pros
Incredible ±0.02 cent accuracy in Strobe mode
Bright, colorful display
Sleek product design
Well-built & durable
Two-year warranty
Cons
A bit pricey
Unimpressive calibration range
Manual is too marketing-oriented
Red Flags
Accuracy not specified in Polyphonic mode
