KEY SPECS
TC Electronic PolyTune Clip | |
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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 |
Corrections? Suggestions? Please contact us.
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