Snark ST-8 Tuner 5-stars Reviews
Snarky puppy
Works like a tuner should: accurate, fast and discreet. The round, vintage design is nice as it hides better amongst the curves of my guitars.
i have also tried other clip tuners and this is by far the best !
accurate , fast and easy to read screen
The metronome function seems a bit useless to me as its only a blinking icon without any sound but all in all its a great little tuner.
Excelent tunner
I was looking for a small clip-on tuner for mostly home use (recording and practicing guitar). I had previously owned some no-brands cheap tuners (which cost me around 3-5 euros), and they did the job really well, and even worked well for gigging.
However, I was tempted to spend a little extra and try a more expensive one, to see if there were any difference. And with this unit, I am very happy with the extra-euros paid.
First, the construction is quite robust. It has a nice rubber cover, which makes it easy to handle and probably more road-friendly.
Second, and more importantly, the tuner itself is quite fast and precise. I was used for the other tuner bounce a bit, before settling on the note, but this one reaches the final state quite fast and accurate. (At least to my ears, and also to the recording software).
The built-in metronome is just a small heart-beat image without noise (click). I am not using this feature that much, but I believe it may become handy. What is interesting, is that you can "click" on one button of the tuner, and will set the bpm while also displaying it.
A third good point is that the screen is quite clear, even with high environmental light.
Regarding the battery, I can not comment yet, since I got it recently, but I don't think is going to be a good problem.
While cheaper tuner will do also the job, I'll totally recommend if you can spend a few extra bucks for this one.
Oh, Snark... where have you been all of my life?
I've had a wonderful affair with Snark and have since shared this great device with my fellow musicians.
Small
Easy to use
Easy to read/see the screen
Color-coded
Sensitive low-cost equipment with instant feedback
Consistent registration of frequency
Includes a metronome
Ability to change hertz
Screen begins to fade when battery gets low, thereby giving you a 'heads up'
No fancy computer app or Bluetooth to cope with
Made in the USA
Where my ukulele goes, my Snark goes... even if I have pedal board at my disposal.
Simple. Fast. Does the job.
As said in the title, it's a really good tuner and I haven't found any cons personally so far. Some people might want a bit brighter display but for me it's perfect.
A Sturdy Tuner for Any Instrument
I have been using an older model of Snark, which is visually similar to this one, for 6 years. It is still working but the chassis of that tuner has been damaged due to traveling in my backpack, thus; I have purchased another SNARK. This tuner is precise with an improved display and it is softer on the eye. The colors and movement patterns were kind of dazzling but ST-8 seems to work smoother and the display is fairly bright with a nice definition to it.
The tuning accuracy is precise, and the Hz ratio is configurable. It is a chromatic tuner so you can tune any instruments. I highly recommend this tuner due to its durability and ease of use.
Perfect
Lightweight, easy to turn on/off. Easy to setup and face it my way. The clip is strong and it works just great. I tested it against my cable tuner and it was right on every time. Highly recommended
Super, même en extérieur
Je suis particulièrement content de cet accordeur que j'utilise pour jouer de la guitare en me promenant. Il est précis, facile à utiliser et suffisamment lumineux pour rester lisible à la lumière du jour
Great and reliable tuner
I have always used Snark electronic tuners, so wanted to upgrade to the latest one. I like it a lot and the tuning is spot on - for guitar, mandolin and cello. The only thing I would improve if I could is the screen brightness. In a well lit room it's not always easy to see, but the rest of the time I have no complaints.
I use this on a banjo, electric guitar and a plastic uke. It's great, nice and clear display, very stable in it's measurement of the pitch - as in, it doesn't jump around like some cheaper ones I've used before
Works well
Looks nice, feels good and is very cheap. Just buy it ;) has an option of tapping in the tempo, adjusting the pitch. What more You want for this money ?
Great tuner
I always use a Snark tuner. It's accurate. Be careful and use them gently because rubber on clip holder can fall off.
The best.
You have a different tuner? Your loss!
This one works better than the first series of clips tuners. I'm having no more problems with tuning, love it!
Be careful with mahogany guitars though.
Great product at a great price
This is the greatest clip tunner I've ever tried. Great grip and accuracy. Some might find it ugly, but I don't. I think it looks really nice, and the 360º rotation is one of the most usable features I've ever seen. The metronome doen't have any sound, but that is perfect to record or play without that annoying "beep beep" of other metronomes. Highly recommended.
Best clip-on tuner - at any price
The latest of Snark's remarkable range is the ST-8. It will effortlessly pick up the low B on a five/six string bass and everything else you ask it to do with impeccable accuracy. I now own four and each is equally reliable. I find it especially useful on my Harley Benton B450FL fretless bass as great aid to learning. Cannot recommend too highly.
Greatest clip tuner ever
I have tried lots of clip tuners and have been disappointed. This one changed my mind and I can't stop telling people about it. It has the strongest grip. It has never fallen during a show unless it is hit of course. It has great accuracy and most of all: It stays accurate in a noisy enviroment. Which has been my main issue with previous tuners. Its construction keeps it safe when it falls.
Most people complain that it looks ugly. That is a matter of opinion. It really isnt that discrete, even if you put it behind the headstock, but it doesn't bother me.
The thing that I would like to add to this device is sound to the metronome.

Technical Data
- Manufactured by Snark
- Released in 2016
- Average price : $18
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