Sonic Research Model ST-200 Stomp Box Strobe Tuner Users

flewis · #1 02-13-2010, 11:35 AM

Not for sure if this is where I need to post this but, I'm interested in the Sonic Research Model ST-200 Stomp Box Strobe Tuner and wanted to hear some comments from users.

I have seen the 'You Tube AD' and it looks like a great tuner. But is it reliable and robust? Any comments would be appreciated!

bgmww · #2 02-13-2010, 01:25 PM

it´s a great tuner.. get it.

Jim Nazium · #3 02-13-2010, 01:29 PM

If you search the site a bit, you'll find many comments, all or nearly all positive. I have one and it's the best tuner I've ever used, hands down.

Morrog · #4 02-13-2010, 01:32 PM

any idea if they have dealers in europe?

FreaqyFrequency · #5 02-13-2010, 02:03 PM

Sonic Research Turbo Tuner ST-200: A Review
So why did you sell your Sonic Research Turbo Tuner?

Not to my knowledge, Morrog.

Morrog · #6 02-13-2010, 02:11 PM

sad... -10000 for sonic research.

no no i kid. it still looks great. dying to have one!

BruceBass3901 · #7 02-13-2010, 02:25 PM

How does it compare to the Polytune and the new Boss TU-3?

I am currently running a Boss TU-2 and was considering upgrading soon, but alot of people still say that the TU-2 is a good tuner and doesn't need replacing. Opinions?

FreaqyFrequency · #8 02-13-2010, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by BruceBass3901

How does it compare to the Polytune and the new Boss TU-3?

I am currently running a Boss TU-2 and was considering upgrading soon, but alot of people still say that the TU-2 is a good tuner and doesn't need replacing. Opinions?

Accuracy: TT - 0.02 cent, Polytune - 0.5 cent, TU-3 - 1 cent

Both the TT and the Polytune are comparably sized, and a bit smaller than the TU-3.

TT and Polytune employ True Bypass switching, while Boss uses their standard buffer.

That's about all that can be compared at this point.

flewis · #9 02-13-2010, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by FreaqyFrequency

Sonic Research Turbo Tuner ST-200: A Review
So why did you sell your Sonic Research Turbo Tuner?

Not to my knowledge, Morrog.

Thanks for the links!

ishouldbeking · #10 02-13-2010, 07:41 PM

I've been eying these myself, but I gotta say... my Korg pitchblack really does everything i'd ever want in a tuner, and does so far better than the boss tuners ever have... plus its smaller, sturdier, better looking and $10 cheaper than the standard boss pedal tuner. I know its not quite as fancy-pants as this thing, but I can't imagine needing anything more than the Korg.

BigBassBob · #11 02-13-2010, 07:51 PM

My first pedal tuner was a Boss TU2. I didn't keep it for long; I don't care what anyone says but I got fed up of having to fine tune by ear after tuning up with (this. in my own opinion renders the function of it being being a usable, silent tuner moot).

I used a Korg DT-10bk for years which was good enough for live work. Recently I picked up a Sonic Research ST-200.

Initial impressions are good; it's very accurate and it tracks quickly. The construction feels fairly sturdy, but my only concern is that I can see the circuitry through the two jacks and power socket (gaps around the edges of the DC socket on mine). I don't think it would take more than a splash of beer from some drunk at a gig to fry it, but then again, I don't expect my pedals to have to take that kind of abuse anyway

BigBassBob · #12 02-13-2010, 07:53 PM

Sorry, just noticed a few typing errors in my post... just broke my right hand and one-handed typing is getting rather tedious

cybersnyder · #13 02-13-2010, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by BigBassBob

Sorry, just noticed a few typing errors in my post... just broke my right hand and one-handed typing is getting rather tedious

I have plenty of one-handed typing practice, but for another reason....

Heh.

I had a Turbo-Tuner and sold it because I had a Peterson strobostomp. Well, I sold the Peterson and bought another Turbo-Tuner. Tuners are very glamorous, but the Turbo-Tuner just works and works well.

gnasher1993 · #14 02-14-2010, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by cybersnyder

I have plenty of one-handed typing practice, but for another reason....

Heh.

Bass playing I hope

Topperthecat · #15 03-08-2010, 05:30 PM

I got an ST-200 about two weeks ago and would say the build is top quality. It has a super bright LED display and grabs the notes just about as fast as you can play them. Simple to use and has advanced options if you have a need for custom tuning. Small, Fast, Accurate, and easy to see with true bypass.... Get One.

Limeman · #16 03-08-2010, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Topperthecat

I got an ST-200 about two weeks ago and would say the build is top quality. It has a super bright LED display and grabs the notes just about as fast as you can play them. Simple to use and has advanced options if you have a need for custom tuning. Small, Fast, Accurate, and easy to see with true bypass.... Get One.

+1. Great tuner. Made in USA. Go for it!