Standard electronic tuners are designed to tune notes at 440 Hz. ![]() In the modern era, each player has their own electronic guitar tuner and the art of tuning by ear and being able to tell if a note is sharp or flat is no longer necessary. This is why the instruments heard in old records often are in tune with each other but sound like they are slightly out of tune when compared to your 440 Hz tuned instrument. As a result, tuning up to the other musicians will create a more cohesive and natural sound. In the old days, players would often tune up to the guitar player or the lead player in a given ensemble. (Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I’ll earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.)īefore we get into the tuners themselves, let’s talk about a few aspects of guitar tuners and a some common tuning problems. ![]() In this post, I wanted to share some of my favorites and the pros and cons of each. Throughout my years of playing guitar professionally, I have tried countless different guitar tuners from clip on tuners to tuner pedals in various different musical situations. Much like a guitar pick or a guitar capo, guitar tuners are largely a matter of preference. For these reasons, it’s important to have a good, solid guitar tuner for your particular musical situation. ![]() I often refer to guitars as “living, breathing things” because they are susceptible to changes in temperature and humidity which can affect the playability of your guitar and the ability to keep your guitar in tune.
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