The new Ernie Ball Fast Pitch is a compact chromatic clip-on tuner designed for guitarists, bassists and stringed-instrument players who want reliable, fast tuning in any environment.
Tuning might not be the most glamorous part of playing music, but there’s nothing worse than being out of tune on stage — or anywhere, really. Ernie Ball’s new Fast Pitch clip-on tuner is built to make that a non-issue, combining quick, accurate chromatic tuning with a design that’s refreshingly straightforward to use.
The Fast Pitch features a bright LCD screen that’s easy to read in any lighting condition, which matters more than people give it credit for — dim stages and bright outdoor settings can make a lot of tuners practically useless, especially when you also can’t rely on what you’re hearing in a noisy space. That’s not a problem with the Fast Pitch – the display is clear, the response is fast and chromatic tuning mode means it covers every note across any instrument, not just standard guitar or bass tuning.
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That chromatic capability is a standout. For players who move between alternate tunings, from drop D and open G to DADGAD or anything more adventurous, having a tuner that can accurately track any note without being locked to a preset mode is pretty useful. It’s equally handy for the quick retune between songs live, where you need to glance down, confirm you’re in the right place and get back to it without breaking the moment.
Clipping onto your headstock is handled by a 360-degree rotating clip, so you can position the display wherever it’s most comfortable to read without wrestling with the angle. It locks on securely, which is the kind of thing you only appreciate when you’ve had a cheaper clip-on fall off mid-set.
Operation is about as simple as it gets, with one button to power it on, and automatic shut-off when it’s not in use (so you’re not burning through batteries unnecessarily).
It’s worth noting that this is Ernie Ball releasing a tuner, a brand better known for strings than accessories. That said, the Fast Pitch fits logically into their lineup — if you’re already buying Ernie Ball strings, having a reliable tuner from the same brand in your bag makes sense.
The Ernie Ball Fast Pitch clip-on tuner is available now. More details can be found at ernieball.com.au. For local enquiries, head here.
