Peterson VSII Virtual Strobe Tuner
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Compact, battery-powered tuner with unprecedented bang-for-the-buck features.
Overview
As the newest model in a totally new generation of tuners, Peterson introduces the "VS-II Virtual Strobe Tuner", a compact, battery-powered tuner with unprecedented bang-for-the-buck features. It boasts an accuracy of an astounding 0.1 cent, more than 20 times as accurate as current LED/needle display tuners, thanks to its real-time high definition TV-style graphic strobe display.
The VS-II features a fully adjustable Concert A reference, cent offset (programmable to 0.1 cent!) , a neat drop-tune and capo tuning assistant called FTS (Fret Transposition System), and comes with tempered tuning presets, some of which have never before been included in a tuner. Fans of the preceding VS-1 Virtual Strobe will be familiar with the GTR temperament, which sweetens a guitars tuning, the VS-II adds 'BAS' which does the same for basses, and for the first time ever, E9 and C6 tempered presets for pedal steel and lap steel guitar.
The "Bass Shift" feature allows effortless tuning of acoustic or electric bass up to two octaves below a normally tuned low B on a 5 string instrument. The VS-II is also programmable; there are two user programmable temperaments, which can be used to store preferred offsets in cents for instruments outfitted with the Buzz Feiten Tuning System or any other custom tunings.
The VS-II naturally contains the revolutionary (patented) Virtual Strobe Technology first introduced in the VS-1 tuner plus a new, brighter, high-contrast display and full user programmability.… read more This tuner is also perfect for setting up intonation on guitars and basses, and will make its own price back in saved tech charges.
To top it all off, the included DC adapter is the sleek "smart power" type and works anywhere in the world regardless of voltage standards!
Features
NEW! Savable custom temperaments!
NEW! Built-in temperaments - E9 and C6 steel guitar, GTR and BAS
NEW! Brighter, high contrast display
NEW! Smart Power Universal AC Adapater
NEW! PCB - Passive Clean Bypass for noiseless, unaltered output
Accuracy To 1/10 Cent (1/1000 Semitone)
Smooth, Instantaneous Tuning Response
Exclusive Patented Virtual Strobe Technology
Quick-Touch Rotary Knob For Fast, Easy Use
Automatic Or Manual Note Selection
Selectable Historical Temperaments Including Just
Exclusive "Sweetened", Tempered Guitar and Bass Tunings
Extended Bass mode let's you tune down to 4HZ!
Large Note Display With Transposition To All Chromatic Keys
Adjustable Concert A Reference In 0.5 Hz Increments
Powered By 3 AA Batteries Or Included Smart Power 3VDC Universal Adapter (90VAC~240VAC)
Weighs In At Under 1.2 Pounds (approx. 0.5kg)--2.1 pounds US shipping weight
Built-In Microphone For Acoustic Instruments
Rubber Boot For Better Grip And Added Protection.
2-Way Stand Permits Flat, Angled, Or Vertical Wall Hung Positioning
Automatic Octave Register Adjustment - widest, most readable, strobe bands are automatically displayed for any octave. Unusable bands are automatically blanked.
Easy Note Display Transposition - to any of 12 chromatic keys. Peterson introduces a Fret Transposition Scale (FTS) for clearer key transposition with fretted instruments. read less
The VS-II features a fully adjustable Concert A reference, cent offset (programmable to 0.1 cent!) , a neat drop-tune and capo tuning assistant called FTS (Fret Transposition System), and comes with tempered tuning presets, some of which have never before been included in a tuner. Fans of the preceding VS-1 Virtual Strobe will be familiar with the GTR temperament, which sweetens a guitars tuning, the VS-II adds 'BAS' which does the same for basses, and for the first time ever, E9 and C6 tempered presets for pedal steel and lap steel guitar.
The "Bass Shift" feature allows effortless tuning of acoustic or electric bass up to two octaves below a normally tuned low B on a 5 string instrument. The VS-II is also programmable; there are two user programmable temperaments, which can be used to store preferred offsets in cents for instruments outfitted with the Buzz Feiten Tuning System or any other custom tunings.
The VS-II naturally contains the revolutionary (patented) Virtual Strobe Technology first introduced in the VS-1 tuner plus a new, brighter, high-contrast display and full user programmability.… read more This tuner is also perfect for setting up intonation on guitars and basses, and will make its own price back in saved tech charges.
To top it all off, the included DC adapter is the sleek "smart power" type and works anywhere in the world regardless of voltage standards!
Features
NEW! Savable custom temperaments!
NEW! Built-in temperaments - E9 and C6 steel guitar, GTR and BAS
NEW! Brighter, high contrast display
NEW! Smart Power Universal AC Adapater
NEW! PCB - Passive Clean Bypass for noiseless, unaltered output
Accuracy To 1/10 Cent (1/1000 Semitone)
Smooth, Instantaneous Tuning Response
Exclusive Patented Virtual Strobe Technology
Quick-Touch Rotary Knob For Fast, Easy Use
Automatic Or Manual Note Selection
Selectable Historical Temperaments Including Just
Exclusive "Sweetened", Tempered Guitar and Bass Tunings
Extended Bass mode let's you tune down to 4HZ!
Large Note Display With Transposition To All Chromatic Keys
Adjustable Concert A Reference In 0.5 Hz Increments
Powered By 3 AA Batteries Or Included Smart Power 3VDC Universal Adapter (90VAC~240VAC)
Weighs In At Under 1.2 Pounds (approx. 0.5kg)--2.1 pounds US shipping weight
Built-In Microphone For Acoustic Instruments
Rubber Boot For Better Grip And Added Protection.
2-Way Stand Permits Flat, Angled, Or Vertical Wall Hung Positioning
Automatic Octave Register Adjustment - widest, most readable, strobe bands are automatically displayed for any octave. Unusable bands are automatically blanked.
Easy Note Display Transposition - to any of 12 chromatic keys. Peterson introduces a Fret Transposition Scale (FTS) for clearer key transposition with fretted instruments. read less
Specs
Specifications
Size and Weight
Weight: 1.2lbs (544g)
Size (H x W x D): 7.5 x 4.3 x 2.3 in. (19 x 11 x 6 cm).
Accuracy
Visual Strobe: 1/10th of one cent (1/1000th semitone).
Audible Tone: 1/10th of one cent (1/1000th semitone).
Range
Visual Tuner:
- Normal mode 31Hz (C1) to 6272Hz (G8).
- Bass Shift 8Hz (C-1) to 2033Hz (B6).
Audio Tuner:
- Normal mode 16Hz (C0) to 7902Hz (B8).
- Bass Shift 4Hz (C-2) to 2033 (B6).
Temperaments
Equal
Pythagorean
Just Major
Quarter Comma Meantone
Kirnberger III
Werckmeister III
Young
Kellner
GTR sweetened guitar temperament
BAS Tempered Bass
E9 Tempered Steel Guitar
C6 Tempered Steel Guitar
P-1 User Programmable
P-2 User Programmable
Key Selection The VS-II features transposition by note name or numbers for quick non-standard guitar tunings and capo changes.
Backlit Display
The VS-II's new improved screen makes tuning easy under all lighting conditions, when the backlight is not needed, it can be switched off to conserve battery life.
Protective boot
The attractive, rugged rubber boot is easy to grip and provides extra protection. The pop-out stand enables adjustment of viewing angle and also allows the user to hold and operate the VS-II with one hand.
Inputs
Built in microphone
1/4 in. Jack socket for electric instrument/pickup/microphone.
Output
1/4 in. Jack socket for in-line use with amplifier or P.A.
Power
Powered by 3 AA batteries or with 3.2v DC international adapter (included).
Optional Accessories
Carrying Case, TP-1 Clip-On Tuning Pickup, Pitch Holder tuner clamp.
Guarantee
The limited warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 1 year.
Size and Weight
Weight: 1.2lbs (544g)
Size (H x W x D): 7.5 x 4.3 x 2.3 in. (19 x 11 x 6 cm).
Accuracy
Visual Strobe: 1/10th of one cent (1/1000th semitone).
Audible Tone: 1/10th of one cent (1/1000th semitone).
Range
Visual Tuner:
- Normal mode 31Hz (C1) to 6272Hz (G8).
- Bass Shift 8Hz (C-1) to 2033Hz (B6).
Audio Tuner:
- Normal mode 16Hz (C0) to 7902Hz (B8).
- Bass Shift 4Hz (C-2) to 2033 (B6).
Temperaments
Equal
Pythagorean
Just Major
Quarter Comma Meantone
Kirnberger III
Werckmeister III
Young
Kellner
GTR sweetened guitar temperament
BAS Tempered Bass
E9 Tempered Steel Guitar
C6 Tempered Steel Guitar
P-1 User Programmable
P-2 User Programmable
Key Selection The VS-II features transposition by note name or numbers for quick non-standard guitar tunings and capo changes.
Backlit Display
The VS-II's new improved screen makes tuning easy under all lighting conditions, when the backlight is not needed, it can be switched off to conserve battery life.
Protective boot
The attractive, rugged rubber boot is easy to grip and provides extra protection. The pop-out stand enables adjustment of viewing angle and also allows the user to hold and operate the VS-II with one hand.
Inputs
Built in microphone
1/4 in. Jack socket for electric instrument/pickup/microphone.
Output
1/4 in. Jack socket for in-line use with amplifier or P.A.
Power
Powered by 3 AA batteries or with 3.2v DC international adapter (included).
Optional Accessories
Carrying Case, TP-1 Clip-On Tuning Pickup, Pitch Holder tuner clamp.
Guarantee
The limited warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 1 year.
Reviews
Submitted August 13, 2004
"Works as advertised"
This review has been selected by our experts as particularly helpful.
If you're thinking of getting a tuner, if you can afford it, skip the cheap tuners. If you're looking at the $90 Korgs, skip them, and go straight to the Peterson.
Sound
I'm not sure if it's true bypass, so I try to keep it out of my signal chain.
Features
Incredible accuracy, and more features than I need. After using this, I can't imagine trying to tune, let alone intonate, a guitar with anything less.
Quality
Seems sturdy enough.
Value
Not cheap, but worth it.
The Wow Factor
It's not sexy, it's blue, but I don't care.
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