Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Tiny Chromatic Keychain Tuner by Seiko

You can find this tuner here: www.siglermusiconline.com Ever needed to tune on the fly? Of course you have. Well then you need to really consider this sweet little tuner. It's fits on your keychain and is simple to use. Just turn it on and play a note. The LCD display will tell you if you're sharp, flat or if you're in that sweet spot in-between. Check it out. Here's all the technical stuff: - Simply, press power switch to turn on/off. Input sound of instrument into built-in microphone. - Indicates name of note and deviation in cent. - Key ring included. - Tuning Range: A0-C8 - Pitch Shift: A4=440Hz - Auto Power-off: 2min. without sensing a note - Auto Tuning Mode with Built in Microphone They actually include a keychain. How can you not want this? Find all of our SEIKO products here: www.siglermusiconline.com

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Sunday, November 20, 2011

Your Guitalele Questions on Chord Charts and Tuning Answered

!±8± Your Guitalele Questions on Chord Charts and Tuning Answered

The Guitalele (sometimes incorrectly spelled "Guitarlele") may be new to you now but you're sure to hear much more about this unique instrument in the months to come. The Guitalele (GL-1) was originally introduced by the Yamaha Corporation in 1997. But only now, in 2011 given the huge popularity of the Ukulele around the world has it been made available in the US. Many musicians refer to the Guitalele as half guitar and half ukulele. In truth it's much more than that. This unique mini six string instrument is the size of a baritone ukulele (17" inch scale) or you could say like the size of a small guitar. It has nylon strings similar to the classical guitar but it's tuned more like a Ukulele. The Guitalele's tuning is pitched up to (A - or up a 4th) at (ADGCEA). Think of a guitar with a capo on the 5th fret. The Guitalele's top four strings (GCEA) are the same as the Ukulele. The bottom two strings (AD) add a bit of bass.

Though the Guitalele can be tuned by ear you may find it easier to tune the Guitalele with a clip on chromatic tuner. Popular stringed instrument tuner brands include the Snark SN-2 and the Korg CA-1 or CA-30. Many of the chord shapes that are played on the Guitalele are the same shapes that are played on the guitar. However a D-chord played on the guitar becomes a G-chord when the same shape is played on the Guitalele. An E-chord shape played on the guitar becomes an A-chord when the same shape is played on the Guitalele, and so forth. For those of you that would prefer not to transpose chords up or down in your head as you play your Guitalele you might find it easier to have a chord chart specifically for the Guitalele.

One thing for sure about Yamaha's Guitalele (GL-1) is that it's both fun and easy to play for all ages. You also appreciate the small travel size of the Guitalele that makes it easy to take anywhere; when hiking, to the beach, mountains, to school, or just jamming with friends, you name it. But don't be fooled by its small size. The tone is rich and mellow and it's amazingly loud too.

The GL-1 Guitalele from Yamaha isn't a toy but instead a fine musical instrument that's built with the same top quality that Yamaha builds into its acoustic guitars. For those of you that are experienced players you'll love the unique tone that the Guitalele will add to your music.


Your Guitalele Questions on Chord Charts and Tuning Answered

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Saturday, November 12, 2011

Violin Equipment Review - Korg Chromatic Tuner (CA-30)

!±8± Violin Equipment Review - Korg Chromatic Tuner (CA-30)

In reviewing the Korg Chromatic Tuner (CA-30), I feel it is important to note that, as a practice aid for violin, most digital tuners do not respond accurately or quickly enough for students to feel comfortable using them. In fact, frustration with them seems to be the most common reaction when employed for checking pitch while practicing. However, as far as tuners on the lower end of the price range go, the Korg Chromatic Tuner (CA-30) is, relatively speaking, a strong performer with a clear and readable interface (as compared with models by Intellii or Sabine, that are largely equivalent in other respects but more difficult to use).

Of course, this Korg does not include a metronome, which is something of a disadvantage given that combining a tuner and metronome is often a very good value. Is an electronic tuner really that much of a step-up in usefulness compared to a pitch-fork? If the tuner is being used to work on passages incredibly slowly or to separately tune all four strings on the violin, then the answer is clearly yes. But for a beginner, (especially a young one) trying to learn how to play in tune using any electronic chromatic tuner will likely result in frustration.

My suggestion? If you are searching for a way to reproduce A440, consider buying a metronome that can reproduce pitches. Or, resort to an old fashion pitch pipe or pitch fork, both of which may be had for under . In the end, developing the ear is the best way to improve intonation on the violin, and excessive reliance on a digital tuner can actually interfere with this objective.


Violin Equipment Review - Korg Chromatic Tuner (CA-30)

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