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TC Electronic PolyTune 3 Noir Tuner/Buffer

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The PolyTune 3 Noir manages to pack all the pedal-tuning and tone-preserving power of TC's full-sized PolyTune 3 into a miniature pedal format. The TC Electronic PolyTune 3 Noir is just as fast, dependable, and intuitive as ever, boasting accuracy within 0.02 cents and delivering a no-nonsense approach to guitar and instrument tuning. Strum all strings* to see which ones are out of tune at a glance, or tune up one string at a time. The PolyTune 3 Noir automatically switches between mono and poly modes based on the incoming signal. And thanks to its built-in, high-quality-analog BonaFide Buffer (switchable to true bypass), the PolyTune 3 Noir can even improve your tone over extended cable runs. This means you get a bite, presence, and transient response that's much closer to plugging directly into an amp. But that's not all that's cool in the TC PolyTune 3 Noir. Alternate tuning modes make it fast and easy to explore new ways to craft your art, even in the middle of a frantic set. And an improved auto-dimming, 109-LED display makes tuning more comfortable in any environment, indoors or out.

TC Electronic PolyTune 3 Noir at a Glance:

  • All the power of the class-leading PolyTune 3, now in a mini pedal format
  • Built-in BonaFide Buffer preserves your tone for long cable runs
  • Automatic mono/poly modes — tune all strings at once* or tune string by string
  • Precise strobe tuner is accurate to within 0.02 cents — great for double-tracking
  • Fast chromatic tuner (±0.5 cents) automatically detects the note you're playing
  • Alternate tuning modes make it fast and easy to explore open/slide tunings
  • Always On option (Buffer mode only) provides continuous tuning feedback as you play
  • Switchable true bypass option puts you in charge of your signal path
  • Auto-dimming LED display is easy to read on dark stages or in direct sunlight
  • 3-year manufacturer warranty makes the PolyTune 3 Noir a smart investment
  • Designed and engineered in Denmark
  • Requires a standard center-negative 9-volt power supply (not included)

    BonaFide Buffer is an added value built right in

    TC managed to cram its award-winning BonaFide Buffer circuitry into the PolyTune 3 Noir's pedalboard-friendly compact housing. So now, the latest iteration of this beloved pedal actually improves your tone over long cable runs. Whereas true bypass pedals can start to rob the treble end of your signal, by placing the TC Electronic Polytune 3 Noir at the front of your board — its preferred position — your tone is as good as unfazed for another 50' or so of cable. Past PolyTunes have been hard to beat. But take it from Music Experience — thanks to its built-in BonaFide analog buffer, the PolyTune 3 Noir is well worth the upgrade. Picky about your signal path? PolyTune 3 Noir also includes a switchable true bypass option.

    Alternate tuning modes to stoke your creativity

    Alternate tunings are another performance-enhancing feature of the PolyTune 3 Noir. Now you can show off your open-tuned slide songs seamlessly in the middle of a set, or experiment with brilliant new acoustic voicings as you track in the studio.

      Tune all your strings at once

      The TC Electronic PolyTune 3 Noir spares your listeners the "E, A, D, G..." pre-show tuning ritual with its polyphonic tuning mode*. Here you can strum all strings at once, and PolyTune 3 Noir shows you at a glance which strings are out and which ones are okay. Attacking only the pitchy strings saves time tuning up and keeps shows running smoothly without interruptions. Still prefer traditional tuning? The TC PolyTune 3 Noir switches between mono and poly modes automatically.

      Choose strobe mode for up to ±0.02-cent accuracy

      Do you know how precise 0.02 cents is? It's 1/5,000th of a semitone — 1/5,000th the difference between an open E and a fretted F. The PolyTune 3 Noir delivers the kind of accuracy you need to double-track guitars in the studio or tune fretless instruments to the rest of your arrangement. Need speed over accuracy? The PolyTune 3 Noirs lightning-fast chromatic mode still gives you accuracy within half a cent.

      Auto-sensing LED display is easy to read on any stage

      Brighter, and more dynamic than ever, PolyTune 3 Noir's dazzling LED display makes tuning up in any environment a breeze. This flexible display is made up of over 100 ultra-bright LEDs that provide clear visibility even in broad daylight. And thanks to the onboard ambient light sensor, the PolyTune 3 Noir dims its display on dark stage floors so you don't scorch your retinas every time you look down at your board. This is just another way the PolyTune 3 Noir brings TC Electronic's spirit of innovation to your guitar rig.

        What TC Electronic Says...

        Carrying on the POLYTUNE legacy, POLYTUNE 3 NOIR packs an unprecedented amount of tuning power into a tiny footprint without sacrificing essential features, such as always-on mode and our audiophile BONAFIDE BUFFER circuit for uncompromised tones – making it ideal for fully-loaded pedal boards where every inch counts!

        Tiny Tone Guardian

        Is your signal in desperate need of a strong buffer circuit to save your tonal integrity from a platoon of hungry true bypass pedals? POLYTUNE 3 NOIR has you covered for any setup, and then some. Thanks to its built-in BONAFIDE BUFFER, which ensures zero signal degradation and an extremely high signal to noise ratio, POLYTUNE 3 NOIR is the ultimate 2-for-1 pocket tool for pedalboards – keeping your tone robust and your pitch in place. Switch off the buffer, and you’re instantly back in true-bypass mode.

        No Rest for the Wickedly Out of Tune

        When you’re on stage rocking out, there’s just no time to stop and tune up, even if you’ve gone a bit overboard with the whammy bar. With POLYTUNE 3 NOIR's always-on mode, you never have to miss a beat. Additionally, there are 2 very practical DIP switches mounted on the side of the pedal that make it easy to go from buffered bypass to true bypass, and from standard mode to always-on.

        LED the Sun Shine

        Whether you’re performing in direct sunlight, under a massive light rig or just planning to be the first live artist on the surface of the sun, the bright display on POLYTUNE 3 NOIR remains clear and readable. And with 109 powerful LED’s running at full blast, you won't have to search for the display – it will find you!

          TC Electronic PolyTune 3 Noir Tuner/Buffer Features:

          • Tiny polyphonic tuner gives you fast, accurate tuning and a high-quality tone tool in a single unit
          • Quickly tune up with polyphonic, chromatic and strobe tuning modes
          • Built-in BONAFIDE BUFFER keeps tone crisp through long cables and large pedal boards
          • Polyphonic mode tunes all your strings at once
          • Lightning-fast chromatic tuner
          • Extra-small enclosure easily fits on any pedal board
          • Ultra-precise strobe tuner with ±0.02 cent accuracy for ultimate tuning performance
          • Premium buffer with a 1 MΩ input, 100 Ω output and extremely high >112 dB signal to noise ratio
          • Switchable true bypass / buffer modes optimize signal integrity for any setup
          • “Always on” mode for tuning even when not muted and playing
          • Super-bright 109-LED display provides clear readouts in all viewing conditions
          • Automatically goes from polyphonic to monophonic tuning based on how many strings you play
          • 3-Year Warranty Program*
          • Designed and engineered in Denmark

                  Type Polyphonic
                  Format Pedal
                  Display Type LED
                  Reference Pitch
                  A 440hz
                  Tuning Range A0 to C8
                  Accuracy ±0.02 cent (strobe), ±0.5 cent (chromatic))
                  Inputs 1 x 1/4"
                  Outputs 1 x 1/4"
                  Power Supply Included No (accepts standard 100mA, 9V adapters)
                  Height 1.77"
                  Depth 3.66"
                  Width 2.01"
                  Weight 0.01 lbs.
                  Manufacturer Part Number
                  POLYTUNE3MINI