can this tune a saxophone??

Saxophones absolutely need to be tuned every time you take off the mouth piece or with temperature changes such as going from indoors to outdoors on a cold night (marching band). Tuning is done by shortening or lengthening the distance an the neck of the sax by moving the mouthpiece in or out. This tuner could be used to tune a saxophone if you have a cheap mic that has a 1/4". That said there are less expensive tuners with built in mics that would better suit your purpose. Please note though that no matter what tuner you buy, if it is set to concert pitch (440Hz A / piano tuning) you will want to transpose the notes from Bb (tenor) or Eb (alto) to concert pitch when tuning your saxophone. In other words when you play a C on a tenor saxophone it is a Bb in concert pitch. For alto a C is an Eb in concert pitch. There are some very expensive turners that you can change the tuning from concert pitch to other pitches but they are a waste of money since transposing is not difficult. Make a chart or download one if you struggle at first. Remember that your sax could be sharp on some notes and flat on others so check multiple notes and find the tuning where the most notes are in tune and those that are not are just a little sharp or a little flat.

How does the TU-3 effect a fuzz face if it's placed a couple pedals away after the fuzz ? I assume it has a buffer like most Boss pedals.

It is buffered, but the buffer won't affect anything that comes before it. Since certain fuzzes don't "like" buffers, putting those before the tuner will work fine. Guitar > Fuzz Face > Tuner ( or any buffered pedal) > Amp

Is this product adequte for a 10 string pedal steel guitar ? I was told to get a tuner that shows the frequency and I do not see a # on the display

This won't show the frequency in Hertz, but it will indicate pitch, and the 10 string pedal steel should be in its range. There is a dot on the display to indicate a sharp.

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🎸 Tune like a pro, shine like a star!

ACCU PITCH PRECISION - Visual confirmation with the Accu-Pitch sign guarantees your instrument is perfectly in tune every time.
DROP IT LIKE ITS HOT - Flat tuning mode lets you drop your pitch up to 6 semitones, perfect for modern and alternative tunings.
TAILORED FOR EVERY STRING - Switch seamlessly between Chromatic and Guitar/Bass modes, supporting 7-string guitars and 6-string basses for ultimate versatility.
CUT THROUGH ANY STAGE LIGHT - 21-segment LED meter with ultra-bright mode ensures perfect tuning visibility even under harsh outdoor glare.
BUILT TO LAST READY TO ROCK - Rugged stompbox design powered by 9V battery or adapter, made to withstand the demands of any gig or rehearsal.

The BOSS TU-3 Chromatic Tuner Pedal is the industry-standard stage tuner featuring a bright 21-segment LED meter with high-brightness mode for outdoor use, versatile Chromatic and Guitar/Bass tuning modes including 7-string and 6-string support, and a Drop tuning function up to 6 semitones. Its rugged stompbox design and Accu-Pitch visual tuning confirmation make it an essential, reliable tool for guitarists and bassists aiming for flawless live performance tuning.

Specifications

ASIN	B004D8KX7K
Amperage	85 Milliamps
Audio Output Effects	Pitch-Shifting
Brand Name	BOSS
Color	White
Connector Type	USB
Controls Type	Knob
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,315)
Global Trade Identification Number	00700315930183, 00761294409664, 04957054409661
Hardware Interface	USB
Included Components	Todo
Item Dimensions	10.2 x 7.6 x 15.2 centimeters
Item Dimensions L x W x H	25.4L x 10.2W x 25.4H centimeters
Item Part Number	TU-3
Item Type Name	TU-3
Item Weight	390 Grams
Manufacturer	Roland
Manufacturer Part Number	TU-3
Model Name	TU-3
Model Number	TU3
Power Source	Battery Powered
Set Name	Single
Signal Format	Analog
Style	TU-3
UPC	700315930183 065491929964 270050113276 761294409664 714573528174 411378170163 714573526569 600599646742 602003603693 783627010866
Unit Count	1 Count
Voltage	9 Volts

Reviews

C**E

Rien à redire sur cette pédale c'est du costaud et ça fait le taf qu'on lui demande c'est-à-dire accorder sa guitare ou sa basse, plusieurs modes disponibles et surtout on peut accorder sa guitare jusqu'à 6 demi-ton en dessous, comme toutes les pédales boss ça marche sur secteur ou sur pile 9 volts, achat indispensable sur son pédalboard. Il y avait un truc à redire je dirais que le vu mètre est un poil trop tatillon.

5.02.2025

K**Y

The only tuner pedal you need + it will last a lifetime!!

11.09.2015

樋**隆

ダウンチューニングがサクサク出来て助かりました。

11.09.2025

A**İ

İlk aldığımı arızalı diye değişime gönderdim. Gelen ürün de aynı.. iade edip tekrar aldım 3. Gelen ürün de aynı. Sorun piliymiş arkadaşlar. Piller bitik geliyor! Kutusu zaten açık kontrol edilip pil değiştirirse gönderilmeden kimse bu kadar uğraşmayacak. Pedala diyecek lafım yok boss işte..

27.11.2025

R**D

One of the best pedals around . Kid loves it on his new pedal board

5.10.2025

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