I heard that snarks can cause damage to the finish of some guitars. Is this true about this tuner?
1098666
I've heard that as well. I typically only put it on my guitar while I intend to be playing the guitar. When I'm finished and I hang it up, I take the tuner off just in case. So far, I've had no problems. Also, the part that clips to the guitar has a soft padding, so I don't know why it would take off any finish. It hasn't hurt the finish on my guitar so far. (I have a black gloss colored BC Rich Rave II.)
1098667
Hey Tom, I have been using this for 8 months, it almost always stays on the guitar unless I'm in travel, I have not noticed any damage at all. I imagine if the foam wasn't in an ideal situation it could cause some damage, like moisture, heat, sunlight, etc. I keep mine indoors and climate controlled. of course the foam is similar to that of the capo I use, so I'm not sure where the damage would come from. Maybe someone else with longer usage can chime in and answer this better. Cheers
1098668
My friends and I all use this tuner. No damage, and one of my friends puts these on his expensive Martins. Buy it now
1098669
It depends on the finish. The clamp has rubber feet to keep it from scratching the finish. It didn't damage my ukulele, which has a satin/matte finish.
1098670
I can only speak for myself, but I haven't had any issues with my guitar's finishes.
1098671
I don't leave mione on all the time. I put it on before I play and that usually about does it. If I do alot of bending and dives, I'll put it on again to check, but I don't leave it on.
1098672
I didn't notice any damage to my guitar, I think the rubber layer is safe. but u must know that I don't remove it a lot from my guitar.
1098673
I have been using for over a year or so, haven't noticed any issues in this regard.
1091444
It does stay in tune well but it's hard to say if it will need an adjustment out of the box or not. Most guitars do need to be fine-tuned after having been transported, that is pretty much standard. But you might be able to getaway with not having to do it. All depends on how it was handled during transit which is pretty much impossible to know.
897222
Hello MJ;Direct and to the point: Go to http://www.snarktuners.com/tuners/original-clip-on The official description is "SN-2 ALL INSTRUMENT TUNER"Forget the Amazon title; as long as the product is SN-2, it is the all instrument tuner.I hope this helps!
993836
I dont think so. You need something that doesn't clip on the string. Just get those regular tuner that "listens" to the sound of the string.
1943441
Very sorry that I can not help you. I am trying to learn to play the guitar. I have no knowledge of tuners. I saw the Snark advertised in the net and bought It at a venture.
657335
The tuners are bad on this guitar, I'm not sure about putting custom tuners on it. the one I ordered came broken and would not tune.
2209894
No, It won't ruin the guitar finish and you can remove it anytime you want. This adhesive part works the same way as a windshield sucker holder. Please be sure to clean the surface of guitar before attaching it to the guitar. Thanks for your interest in Bibtone products. We are always here for you.
1989884
The tuner is amazingly precise, but it is you who has to do the tuning. It is as good for electric guitars as it is for acoustic ones. Clip it on the headstock in a way that you can see the display. Always tune the string from a bit lower to higher (i.e. from flat toward sharper), this way, the string will better stay in tune. Also, make sure you hit exactly the 12 o'clock position (the green line) on the snark tuner when tuning a string. Take your time. If it shows some yellow lines right of the 12 o'clock position, you're getting too sharp. If it stays a bit on the left before the 12 o'clock position, you're too flat. If your guitar does not stay in tune, the most likely cause is that your tuning pegs are loose. You may tighten them carefully and slowly (don't overdo it). The pegs should turn easily but with a slight feeling of stickiness. They should definitely not rattle or feel loose. You do this best when restringing your guitar after taking off the old strings.
1354859
Snark makes a violin tuner. Go to their website and see which model it is. Personally I have a ukulele tuner from snark and really like it. Small, accurate and easy to use. Love the big color display.
1087065
I'd think that this particular guitar IS the beginners 'kit'. But if you like and need help tuning your guitar, then I'd suggest getting a device called 'the Snark.' It simply clamps onto the head-stock of the guitar and for probably less than $20.00, it's a great little piece of tech that really does help tune your guitar. I use one on my violin, mandolin, guitar, bass, dulcimer, and any other stringed music maker you might have or get in the future. Hope this helps some.
443305
I have both. Speed Pro accuracy is great. Snark is very good. My only complaint about Speed Pro is that it does too much. If you accidently double hit its button, it will go into another tuning configuration. I never use anything but standard guitar tuning. Both have great battery life. Aesthetically, Speed Pro is a bit better when performing live. I've been using Speed Pro for my acoustic and electric guitar and Snark for my mandolin. Both do the job ...
807458
Yes, but it probably won't be in tune because new strings stretch for quite a while. Go to someone who knows how to tune it. If you tighten the strings too tight, they will snap, like a 100 lb fish on 5 lb test line.
1149879
Yes, I would check the instructions for recommendations on distance so you don't "overwhelm" the tuner. I've used it on both types of guitars without a problem.
813756
I use them for cigar box guitars so I'm not the right one to ask. Call a Guitar Center and they will tell you. They sell similar tuners at GC but they are a lot more.
623471
Have used it on tenor banjo, guitar, bouzouki, mandolin. It works fine on any stringed instrument. Very accurate and is one of the few tuners that will work well on the low strings.
658182
The Snark SN-5 is supposed to work for Guitar, Bass and Violin. It works great on my acoustic guitar. I don't have a Bass, so I can't say for sure, but I bet it would work.
299851
I would say yes, I use the strobe to intonate my guitars it seems to be more sensitive to precision tuning.