D'Addario

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The D'Addario Equinox headstock tuner allows musicians to tune their instruments with pinpoint accuracy regardless of ambient noise or lighting conditions. Using a highly sensitive piezo sensor, this innovative tuner detects the natural vibrations of your guitar, bass or other stringed instrument to provide an accurate readout on its large multi-color display. The pivoting display allows for easy viewing at any angle, enabling quick tuning on dark stages or in loud rehearsal spaces where other tuners cannot function.

Vibration-Based Tuning Cuts Through the Noise

Rather than relying on ambient sound like many other tuners, the D'Addario Equinox headstock tuner uses a piezo sensor to detect the vibrations of your instrument's strings. This allows for fast, precise tuning even in noisy environments where hearing the strings alone would be difficult. The tuner's highly sensitive vibration detection means you'll always be in tune, even if you can't hear it.

A Pivoting Color Display for Any Viewing Angle

The D'Addario Equinox headstock tuner features a pivoting color display that can rotate a full 360 degrees, allowing you to view it at any angle. The large, backlit display is easy to read on dark stages, and the pivoting design enables you to tune in cramped spaces or awkward playing positions. With a bright, multi-color display and the ability to pivot to any viewing angle, this tuner gives you an accurate readout of your tuning no matter the environment or positioning.

Simple, Intuitive Controls for Quick Tuning

Despite its advanced features, the D'Addario Equinox headstock tuner is designed to be simple to operate. A single button powers the unit on and begins the auto-tuning function, while a Mode button switches between chromatic, guitar, bass, violin and ukulele tuning. Arrow buttons allow for manual pitch selection and calibration. The tuner's intuitive, minimal controls mean you can start tuning right away without consulting a manual.

A Rugged, Road-Ready Design

With a durable clip-on design and rugged ABS plastic housing, the D'Addario Equinox headstock tuner is built to withstand the rigors of touring and transport. The tuner securely attaches to your instrument's headstock, allowing for hands-free operation and single-handed tuning on the go. A long-lasting CR2032 battery powers the tuner for over 100 hours of continuous use. For musicians and performers on the road, this road-tested tuner delivers tuning precision that can keep up with your active schedule.

D'Addario Equinox Headstock Tuner White

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4.56

253 Reviews

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Quick and Accurate

The clamp on one of my old electronic tuners broke (after years of use), so I needed a replacement. I've used other brands, but thought I'd give the D'Addario a try. It's excellent. The readout is accurate and nearly instantaneous; much faster than my other tuners. The viewing angle pivot works fine, though you have to be careful not to turn it the wrong way. (Seems like it could snap off if you got it wrong.) The display is a little brighter than those on my other tuners, and that's helpful for outdoor daytime gigs. There's no tempo meter on the D'Addario, but that's not a feature I use anyway. Bottom line: This is an excellent, accurate, no frills tuner. I bought two more of them.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

I would buy this product again if...

This tuner works perfectly well. However it is larger than the D'Addario Planet Waves NS Micro Headstock Tuner and it doesn't ssem like the kind of tuner you can put on your headstock an leave it without having to worry about it getting knocked off easily. I was looking for another D'Addario Planet Waves NS Micro Headstock Tuner, but they seem to have been discontinued.

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  1. Practicing160
  2. Concerts72
  3. Back-Up65
  4. Tuning Anywhere1
  5. Excellent for any application1
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  1. Poor Quality9
  2. Not Functional7
  3. Difficult To Use3
  4. None1
  5. Small, it might be easy to lose it!1
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  • Would but I'd go to store

    2

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 days ago

    byBill

    fromMassachusetts

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Took 3 weeks to arrive was missing in first ship and instead of letting me pick up local they shipped it from kc . I live in Massachusetts

  • Great Tuner at a Great Price!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 days ago

    byCarl

    fromPittsburgh PA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Fast and accurate with easy to read display. Folds somewhat flat and compact so easy to keep in your pocket or case without breaking it. Highly recommended!

  • Yes

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 months ago

    byMichael

    fromSpringfield, Tennessee

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Guitar and banjo. It's easy and quick to to use. The instruments are easily tuned! The display is easy to see. I will definitely purchase another one!

  • Works as you would expect

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 months ago

    byPatrick

    fromSpringfield, MO

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use this for my guitar and bass and like its ease of use. Makes tuning and intonation a snap. I also like that it shuts off after a while if you forget to turn it off. I'm bad about ruining batteries that way. 😁 #sweepstakes

  • Great product at a great price

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 months ago

    byRich

    fromJoliet IL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Easy to use and keeps me in tune

  • Couldn't be happier

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 months ago

    byMark

    fromPlainfield, IL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I have tried many different headstock tuners and this one is my favorite. I will be buying more.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byJIM

    fromClinton, Arkansas

    IS THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT SCREWLESS?

    IS THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT SCREWLESS?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it is.
  • asked byDon't have one

    fromNew Jersey

    Is the Addario Equinox USB clip on tuner for the five string banjo or the guitar?

    Is the Addario Equinox USB clip on tuner for the five string banjo or the guitar?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    It will tune a banjo
  • asked byPK

    fromundisclosed

    Can I set it for a half step down (Eb?)

    Can I set it for a half step down (Eb?)

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, a clip-on guitar tuner like the D'Addario Equinox can be used to tune a guitar half-step down, also known as Eb Standard: Clip the tuner onto the headstock of the guitar Tune each string down by one semitone The strings will be tuned to Eb, Ab, Db, Gb, Bb, and Eb
  • asked byCharlie

    fromEssex Junction, VT USA

    How can I change the brightness of the display?

    How can I change the brightness of the display?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The brightness is not adjustable.
  • asked byJonathan

    fromTX

    Can you use this tuner for intonation?

    Can you use this tuner for intonation?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes
  • asked byJim

    fromSouth Dakota

    Can you use this to tune a 12 string acoustic?

    Can you use this to tune a 12 string acoustic?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes
  • asked byJoel

    fromKaty, Texas, USA

    Can the brightness be adjusted?

    Can the brightness be adjusted?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m sorry, but no.
  • asked byDebi

    fromMesa, Az

    Does it need batteries

    Does it need batteries

    Open Reply - Beau
    This head stock tuner comes with a Duracell 2032 Lithium 3-Volt Battery.
  • asked byJosh

    fromOmaha, NE

    Does this tuner have the capability to change HZ?

    Does this tuner have the capability to change HZ?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This tuner does not have the capability to change HZ.