TC Electronic Polytune 3
Overview
The TC Electronic Polytune 3 is a polyphonic tuner pedal that allows guitarists to check the tuning of all six strings simultaneously by strumming across them, significantly speeding up the tuning process on stage. The polyphonic mode displays all strings at once on a bright LED display, instantly showing which strings are flat, sharp, or in tune. For more precise tuning, switching to chromatic or strobe mode provides accuracy down to plus or minus 0.02 cents in strobe mode, rivaling dedicated rack tuners. The Polytune 3 also incorporates a BonaFide Buffer, a high-quality always-on buffer circuit that preserves high-frequency content and maintains signal strength across long cable runs and large pedalboards. A small toggle switch allows players to choose between buffered bypass and true bypass operation depending on their preference. The display is exceptionally bright and readable, even in direct sunlight on outdoor stages. The compact enclosure fits easily on any pedalboard, and the durable construction withstands the rigors of regular gigging. This is an essential utility pedal for performing guitarists and bassists who value fast, accurate tuning and signal chain optimization. The polyphonic mode, while fast and convenient, is best used as a quick reference rather than for final precision tuning, where the strobe mode excels.
Effects Pedals
Polyphonic tuner pedal checking all six strings simultaneously with strobe accuracy to 0.02 cents and built-in BonaFide Buffer for signal chain optimization.
Instrument Details
$99
Beginner
Brand
TC Electronic
Type
Tuner Pedal
Made In
China
Year
2017
