I have their stand alone desktop model in my studio and I have their clip on version for my acoustic guitars and I love them. I’m going to get one of these for my live gigs, although, not the mini version. Cause my eyes aren’t what they used to be 😂
Agree with most of what’s said here, except I use the Turbo tuner, Extreme accuracy: ±.02 cents guaranteed, and the fastest response time in the business. The Peterson tuners are fast and accurate, but the turbo, is even more so.
Everything that Chip said! I love my turbo tuner mini. You just can’t beat that response time if you need real time intonation feedback for things like violin or guitar bends. Also the display is perfectly readable in direct sunlight and with polarized sunglasses whereas the peterson strobostomp suffered slightly in those categories (but was better than others). I have also programmed my favorite “sweetened tunings” into my turbo tuner. Even still, the SS mini is very tempting. 😅
Why have the power input on the side? Kind of defeats the purpose of having top mounted jacks. They should have put the usb on the the side of the pedal.
Received mine this week and absolutely over the moon happy with it. I thought I was in tune before using another brand with a ‘strobe mode’ but the Peterson literally made my guitars sounds like new instruments- can’t believe how inspiring being truly in tune can be! Haha. One thing that doesn’t get mentioned is the buffer in these. It is absolutely gorgeous sounding. I use a coiled guitar cable, multiple effect pedals and patch cables and effect loop and this brought new life back to the signal. The others tuners I’ve used with buffers tended to compensate for high end loss, but the Peterson sounds like low end is also compensated for. It just makes the guitar sound more 3-dimensional. I don’t know how they did it but a wonderful and serious design.
You should really try the Sonic Research Turbo Tuner. Also a strobe tuner with higher accuracy than Peterson. +/- 0.01. Also a super small company and made in USA. When you call them with questions you’ll talk to owner of company. Very friendly guy.
I was afraid this was be hard to use. I love it. I had been using Korg Pitchblack Plus. With the Peterson I can hear the difference. I’ve never really been in tune this is mandatory must buy
Oh man, I do agree! Once you go Peterson, you CAN’T go back. I mean, you just can’t. This is why I love them so much. And they’ve paid me nothing to say that. I get no payout from them whatsoever. They’re just my favorite. Thanks for watching!
These tuners work really good but they're not true strobe tuners. They just have a display mode that looks like a strobe . There are no spinning discs inside of these units. So they are no different than other tuners that have strobe modes like you said previously
@@TheRecordist The StroboStomp HD. The one you recently reviewed. It's only 2 inches larger than the Mini, not a big deal. I hate carrying chargers around.
My main question is how big are the notes on it. Like most people, I have to wear glasses and it's a long way down to a pedal board. Are the lettters the same size as the big one?
Really? I can get it to almost completely stop, but strings are ringing and as such, they wobble a bit. Try using your thumb to pluck instead of a pick. Also try tuning to your 12th fret harmonics. It helps reduce the bouncy vibrations.
I have not yet played live with this but I find it very fast. The only thing that’s slow is the capacitor discharge relay that prevents any clicks and pops. Like one second delay when you switch back. I don’t find that to be an issue. But your needs may differ.
That’s a great idea! You should email Peterson with that idea! They’re a great company and would likely be receptive to the idea. Or perhaps they can’t make it work for some reason I don’t know about. Either way, it’s a great notion!
Yes. It does have the capacitor relay delay. That’s to stop any pops and clicks when doing anything-even unplugging and plugging it in while an amp is hot. It drains the capacitors of their charge before they cause the pop.
Peterson money? What do you mean? Are you suggesting that I’m receiving money from Peterson Tuners? Because I am not. Not a dime. I like the tuners, I like the company, and I like the people.
Perfect video T800 👍👍Your format is really really great and I love it. Had to laugh again (like every time) at the measuring tape part. And it's really nice when you don't rush the information, like in the beginning of your video, but are chill when you inform us; the relaxing factor also comes through then. I like these tuners. I would have liked it if you were more specific about the differences, maybe with a little table. But off course I can study all three of your video's to come up with that information myself. I think I will go in time for the large HD one and buy an extra clip like you mentioned. I already thought about connecting a microphone myself, but that clip will probably be more convenient. But I guess that all the software and update features are exactly the same on these 2 tuners. Only the large one can take a battery and the very little one only works on those 3202 batteries which will not be my choice. I just want one tuner that is suitable for all kind of instruments. Thanks for taking all the effort! and cheers 😊
Indeed. I struggled to find the differences other than size, battery, and top-mounted jacks. That’s it. It’s the same tuner as the StroboStomp HD but just smaller. Oh, and I think the mute-mode start-up is different, but that will come out on the HD with a firmware update. Yes. The clip will be perfect for acoustic instruments. I really love Peterson Tuners. I know it’s a boring thing, but I’ve gone through so many tuners in the last 30 years and I have never found a more precise and well-built tuner than Peterson. So my excitement, I’m sure, translates on screen. This should complete the Peterson series of small tuners. I’d like to turn my attention to the big ones in the future. But I’ll be back to mics and preamps and advice for the next bunch of vids. Thanks, as always, for watching!
@@TheRecordist It wasn't boring at all; on the contrary. I wonder if these tuners with a clip can be used to tune a piano for the Peterson piano tuners are quite costly. Looking forward to any other of your new video's. Cheers.
I use the stroboclip for all my recordings on my studio (guitars and bass) but I think it’s time to buy the mini one. I love the fact that I can power it on using the usb and have it on my desktop all the time. Cheers!!!
Thanks for the great review. 🎸👍 Earlier today, I placed an order for a Gibson Les Paul. My first guitar ever, so stoked! Anyway, I knew I wanted a tuner to go with the guitar and my Sweetwater Sales Engineer recommended the Peterson StroboStomp. He asked me which model I wanted and I told him the Mini. I had no idea that the Mini happened to be the 2023 flagship. So happy I went with the Mini. Your video is awesome as it covers everything that this little beast is capable of. So yeah, I super stoked and can't wait to get the guitar and the tuner.
Woo hoo! Congrats! That’s fabulous! You must be beyond excited! You’ve made insanely good decisions on your first go! I’d say you’ll have a great future ahead with gear! Just be vigilant of GAS. It’ll get ya!
@@TheRecordist Thank you much! Gas? What's that? ;) Just kidding, I know all too well with synthesizers. But yeah, I know what ya mean. I'm on the right path in planning, last month I got a bunch of pedals for the synths, but I'm afraid the guitar will now get first dibs with the pedals. ;)
Excellent video!!!! I purchased one after watching this video!
Thanks! And that’s great! I think you’ll love it. It’s one of those items that you’ll have for a long time. Cheers!
I have their stand alone desktop model in my studio and I have their clip on version for my acoustic guitars and I love them. I’m going to get one of these for my live gigs, although, not the mini version. Cause my eyes aren’t what they used to be 😂
Hahaha. I know what you mean! I swear by Peterson tuners! Just the very best quality.
@@TheRecordist agreed!
Wow, this review makes a lot of cents.
Hahahaha. Damn, I missed that one!
@@TheRecordist You're welcome.
😂😂
Agree with most of what’s said here, except I use the Turbo tuner, Extreme accuracy: ±.02 cents guaranteed, and the fastest response time in the business. The Peterson tuners are fast and accurate, but the turbo, is even more so.
Huh. I’ve never played with the Turbo Tuner. The Sonic Research one? Interesting. Thanks for chiming in!
Everything that Chip said! I love my turbo tuner mini. You just can’t beat that response time if you need real time intonation feedback for things like violin or guitar bends. Also the display is perfectly readable in direct sunlight and with polarized sunglasses whereas the peterson strobostomp suffered slightly in those categories (but was better than others). I have also programmed my favorite “sweetened tunings” into my turbo tuner. Even still, the SS mini is very tempting. 😅
@@TRONOFTHEDEAD that’s some great info. Thanks, man!
Why have the power input on the side? Kind of defeats the purpose of having top mounted jacks. They should have put the usb on the the side of the pedal.
Hmm. Perhaps so. The location of the power didn’t seem to bother me, but for some set-ups, it might.
Excellent video. I purchased one as I watched.
Thanks so much! And I think you’ll love it!
Great video. Glad I watched. Was interested in this for top mount jacks for pace saving but the 9v barrel jack on the side is a bummer
It is unless you have a switching power supply with a USB-C out. Then you’re all set.
Received mine this week and absolutely over the moon happy with it. I thought I was in tune before using another brand with a ‘strobe mode’ but the Peterson literally made my guitars sounds like new instruments- can’t believe how inspiring being truly in tune can be! Haha.
One thing that doesn’t get mentioned is the buffer in these. It is absolutely gorgeous sounding. I use a coiled guitar cable, multiple effect pedals and patch cables and effect loop and this brought new life back to the signal. The others tuners I’ve used with buffers tended to compensate for high end loss, but the Peterson sounds like low end is also compensated for. It just makes the guitar sound more 3-dimensional. I don’t know how they did it but a wonderful and serious design.
Excellent observation! I also really enjoy the buffer setting. It’s so crystal clear! I love Peterson!
The way this works reminds me of dialing in the speed of a record player. When the dots stop, it's at the right speed.
Haha. There you go!
You should really try the Sonic Research Turbo Tuner. Also a strobe tuner with higher accuracy than Peterson. +/- 0.01. Also a super small company and made in USA. When you call them with questions you’ll talk to owner of company. Very friendly guy.
Hmm. I haven’t heard of these guys. I’ll check them out. Thanks!
Thx for the heads-up. ALWAYS looking to keep my dollars in the USA .
Better peterson strobostomp please like or
Better Sonic reaserch turbo tuner please comment
I’m partial to Peterson. I like the company and the products.
I only wish the DC jack was on the back or on the right side, as normally tunners are at the most right position of the pedalboard.
Yes. That would be cool. I agree. But some of the new digital power supply units have a usb-c port. I think that was their goal.
Does this thing have a buffer in it? Commenting while watching the video.
Yes. A high quality buffer that can be switched on or off.
I was afraid this was be hard to use. I love it. I had been using Korg Pitchblack Plus. With the Peterson I can hear the difference. I’ve never really been in tune this is mandatory must buy
Oh man, I do agree! Once you go Peterson, you CAN’T go back. I mean, you just can’t. This is why I love them so much. And they’ve paid me nothing to say that. I get no payout from them whatsoever. They’re just my favorite. Thanks for watching!
These tuners work really good but they're not true strobe tuners. They just have a display mode that looks like a strobe . There are no spinning discs inside of these units. So they are no different than other tuners that have strobe modes like you said previously
I'm a bass player and I don't use a pedal board (sometimes a compressor), so I would have to go with the HD instead of the Mini.
The StroboStomp HD? Or the StroboClip HD?
@@TheRecordist The StroboStomp HD. The one you recently reviewed. It's only 2 inches larger than the Mini, not a big deal. I hate carrying chargers around.
Came for the mini pedal review, stayed for the Dark Crystal references.
Hahaha. Woo hoo! Cheers!
It comes with tickets to a Blackhawks game!?
Hahahaha. I try to use a hockey team that is local to the headquarters of the company I’m reviewing. Haha.
My main question is how big are the notes on it. Like most people, I have to wear glasses and it's a long way down to a pedal board. Are the lettters the same size as the big one?
They’re pretty big but not as big as the StroboStomp.
Yours measured at 3.5 inches long? Most pedals are 6-7 inches...
Yes. It’s a mini pedal. The StroboStomp Mini.
Okay most guys measure their pedals at 6-7 inches, just sayin.
@@TheRecordist
@@John-e4p1x hahaha. Oh I see what you did there. Hahahaha
I have tried a few different Peterson strobe tuners and I can hardly ever to get the strobe to "totally" stop on any string.
Really? I can get it to almost completely stop, but strings are ringing and as such, they wobble a bit. Try using your thumb to pluck instead of a pick. Also try tuning to your 12th fret harmonics. It helps reduce the bouncy vibrations.
@@TheRecordist I will give that a shot.
Do you find this fast in a live situation?
I have not yet played live with this but I find it very fast. The only thing that’s slow is the capacitor discharge relay that prevents any clicks and pops. Like one second delay when you switch back. I don’t find that to be an issue. But your needs may differ.
I noticed from the Peterson website that there are tunings on the HD that aren't on the Mini. Do you know if you can program your own tunings?
Yes you absolutely can program your own tunings on the Mini.
Was really hoping the tuner could recall its presets via midi over the USB C connection. Would be really great for live performance.
That’s a great idea! You should email Peterson with that idea! They’re a great company and would likely be receptive to the idea. Or perhaps they can’t make it work for some reason I don’t know about. Either way, it’s a great notion!
Does this still have the muting delay when you activate it like people spoke about the old ones? That was like the only downside.
Yes. It does have the capacitor relay delay. That’s to stop any pops and clicks when doing anything-even unplugging and plugging it in while an amp is hot. It drains the capacitors of their charge before they cause the pop.
@@TheRecordist Thanks very thorough response.
You are a "big fan of Peterson money" LOL.....
Peterson money? What do you mean? Are you suggesting that I’m receiving money from Peterson Tuners? Because I am not. Not a dime.
I like the tuners, I like the company, and I like the people.
Perfect video T800 👍👍Your format is really really great and I love it. Had to laugh again (like every time) at the measuring tape part. And it's really nice when you don't rush the information, like in the beginning of your video, but are chill when you inform us; the relaxing factor also comes through then.
I like these tuners. I would have liked it if you were more specific about the differences, maybe with a little table. But off course I can study all three of your video's to come up with that information myself. I think I will go in time for the large HD one and buy an extra clip like you mentioned. I already thought about connecting a microphone myself, but that clip will probably be more convenient.
But I guess that all the software and update features are exactly the same on these 2 tuners. Only the large one can take a battery and the very little one only works on those 3202 batteries which will not be my choice. I just want one tuner that is suitable for all kind of instruments.
Thanks for taking all the effort! and cheers 😊
Indeed. I struggled to find the differences other than size, battery, and top-mounted jacks. That’s it. It’s the same tuner as the StroboStomp HD but just smaller. Oh, and I think the mute-mode start-up is different, but that will come out on the HD with a firmware update.
Yes. The clip will be perfect for acoustic instruments. I really love Peterson Tuners. I know it’s a boring thing, but I’ve gone through so many tuners in the last 30 years and I have never found a more precise and well-built tuner than Peterson. So my excitement, I’m sure, translates on screen.
This should complete the Peterson series of small tuners. I’d like to turn my attention to the big ones in the future. But I’ll be back to mics and preamps and advice for the next bunch of vids.
Thanks, as always, for watching!
@@TheRecordist It wasn't boring at all; on the contrary.
I wonder if these tuners with a clip can be used to tune a piano for the Peterson piano tuners are quite costly.
Looking forward to any other of your new video's. Cheers.
@@rolandberendonck3900 that’s a great question. I have no idea. But I can’t imagine why it wouldn’t work for a piano.
And thanks for the compliments!
I use the stroboclip for all my recordings on my studio (guitars and bass) but I think it’s time to buy the mini one. I love the fact that I can power it on using the usb and have it on my desktop all the time. Cheers!!!
It’s a great little studio tuner! Honestly, you can’t get better than Peterson Strobe! Cheers!
No affiliation link? You just made me buy this ;)
Hmm. Good point. If you haven’t already bought one, here you go! geni.us/oTiONg
Appreciated!
Love this guy's videos. I'm a newly made fan! Kudos!
Thank you very much! Cheers!
From eight months in the future… I just got one a few weeks ago… I love it!
Woo hoo! I love Peterson tuners! I’m glad you got one!
Thanks for the great review. 🎸👍 Earlier today, I placed an order for a Gibson Les Paul. My first guitar ever, so stoked! Anyway, I knew I wanted a tuner to go with the guitar and my Sweetwater Sales Engineer recommended the Peterson StroboStomp. He asked me which model I wanted and I told him the Mini. I had no idea that the Mini happened to be the 2023 flagship. So happy I went with the Mini. Your video is awesome as it covers everything that this little beast is capable of. So yeah, I super stoked and can't wait to get the guitar and the tuner.
Woo hoo! Congrats! That’s fabulous! You must be beyond excited! You’ve made insanely good decisions on your first go! I’d say you’ll have a great future ahead with gear! Just be vigilant of GAS. It’ll get ya!
@@TheRecordist Thank you much! Gas? What's that? ;) Just kidding, I know all too well with synthesizers. But yeah, I know what ya mean. I'm on the right path in planning, last month I got a bunch of pedals for the synths, but I'm afraid the guitar will now get first dibs with the pedals. ;)
@@silvermyth2119 wicked! Congrats dude! Welcome to Guitar World!
So What is this thing?
It’s a tuner pedal. A really cool one.
9 minutes in. Let's look at it..REALLY???
I make my videos full of information for those who want it. There are chapters there for you to skip to the part you want.
They went through the effort of providing chapters on this video. Use them.
Viewer etiquette exists
FACTS
Bam!