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Snark SN6X Clip-On Tuner for Ukulele (Current Model)
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Top positive review
Not better than previous tuners from Snark
July 10, 2016
Maybe I got a bad one, but the 1st, E string (the high one), on both of my guitars shows up as A in this tuner, unless I put my hand on all of the remaining 5 strings; and, then, it usually shows an E, but not right away. This quirk just doesn't give me a "warm fuzzy" so I've reverted using the built-in tuner on my acoustic. (Honestly, this is not a step up from my old SN-1, which still works fine, though it lost one of the rubber pads.)
Update (05 Aug 2016): I had contacted Snark support about the problem I was seeing and they said it was not normal, and sent me a new tuner. This one seems fine, but it is also clear (and confirmed by Snark) that they have changed this model slightly. The older one that I got says SuperTight on the face and has a metallic brass/gold power button and bars for LEDs in the note display. The newer one simply says Snark on the face (both say SuperTight on the back), has a yellow power button, and small square LEDs to comprise the note's letter.
Picture of the two models attached while displaying the odd, occasional confusion about the high-E tuning. (The older display is really just as clear as the new one, but the angle I turned the guitar/camera to cut out reflected overhead light makes it seem grayed out a bit.)
Update 2 (21 Aug 2016): I've had a chance to use the newer version tuner in noisy situations and it definitely behaves better than the older model I was originally shipped. I didn't A/B it with my old, blue Snark, but it behaves well enough that I can say it seems to be Ok for my purposes. It does not seem like an improvement, though, so just moving the review from 3 to 4 stars.
Update (05 Aug 2016): I had contacted Snark support about the problem I was seeing and they said it was not normal, and sent me a new tuner. This one seems fine, but it is also clear (and confirmed by Snark) that they have changed this model slightly. The older one that I got says SuperTight on the face and has a metallic brass/gold power button and bars for LEDs in the note display. The newer one simply says Snark on the face (both say SuperTight on the back), has a yellow power button, and small square LEDs to comprise the note's letter.
Picture of the two models attached while displaying the odd, occasional confusion about the high-E tuning. (The older display is really just as clear as the new one, but the angle I turned the guitar/camera to cut out reflected overhead light makes it seem grayed out a bit.)
Update 2 (21 Aug 2016): I've had a chance to use the newer version tuner in noisy situations and it definitely behaves better than the older model I was originally shipped. I didn't A/B it with my old, blue Snark, but it behaves well enough that I can say it seems to be Ok for my purposes. It does not seem like an improvement, though, so just moving the review from 3 to 4 stars.
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Top critical review
DO NOT GET THE ST-8HZ RIGHT NOW! THIS BATCH IS MESSED UP AND YOU WILL BREAK THE THING AS SOON AS YOU ADJUST IT!
January 1, 2018
DO NOT GET THE ST-8HZ RIGHT NOW! THEY ARE MESSED UP AND YOU WILL BREAK THE THING AS SOON AS YOU ADJUST IT!
I have been through TWO of these things so far and they initially arrive fine until I turn the tuner a little bit, then suddenly one of the three plastic pieces breaks off on the tuner part (not the clip) and the tuner is completely useless. I've emailed Snark and haven't received a response back. There Is a manufacturing defect with these things.
The 3 plastic tabs holding the ball joint on the back of the tuner are so weak that you can nudge them and they'll snap right off. There is a manufacturing defect with the batch Amazon has right now or something. I don't know. Do not get these from Amazon. Buy them somewhere else. This is as of 12/28/17 so whatever batch they have is garbage.
I have been through TWO of these things so far and they initially arrive fine until I turn the tuner a little bit, then suddenly one of the three plastic pieces breaks off on the tuner part (not the clip) and the tuner is completely useless. I've emailed Snark and haven't received a response back. There Is a manufacturing defect with these things.
The 3 plastic tabs holding the ball joint on the back of the tuner are so weak that you can nudge them and they'll snap right off. There is a manufacturing defect with the batch Amazon has right now or something. I don't know. Do not get these from Amazon. Buy them somewhere else. This is as of 12/28/17 so whatever batch they have is garbage.
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DO NOT GET THE ST-8HZ RIGHT NOW! THIS BATCH IS MESSED UP AND YOU WILL BREAK THE THING AS SOON AS YOU ADJUST IT!
January 1, 2018DO NOT GET THE ST-8HZ RIGHT NOW! THEY ARE MESSED UP AND YOU WILL BREAK THE THING AS SOON AS YOU ADJUST IT!
I have been through TWO of these things so far and they initially arrive fine until I turn the tuner a little bit, then suddenly one of the three plastic pieces breaks off on the tuner part (not the clip) and the tuner is completely useless. I've emailed Snark and haven't received a response back. There Is a manufacturing defect with these things.
The 3 plastic tabs holding the ball joint on the back of the tuner are so weak that you can nudge them and they'll snap right off. There is a manufacturing defect with the batch Amazon has right now or something. I don't know. Do not get these from Amazon. Buy them somewhere else. This is as of 12/28/17 so whatever batch they have is garbage.
I have been through TWO of these things so far and they initially arrive fine until I turn the tuner a little bit, then suddenly one of the three plastic pieces breaks off on the tuner part (not the clip) and the tuner is completely useless. I've emailed Snark and haven't received a response back. There Is a manufacturing defect with these things.
The 3 plastic tabs holding the ball joint on the back of the tuner are so weak that you can nudge them and they'll snap right off. There is a manufacturing defect with the batch Amazon has right now or something. I don't know. Do not get these from Amazon. Buy them somewhere else. This is as of 12/28/17 so whatever batch they have is garbage.
January 14, 2018
I received one (left in picture below) on 12/12. It was finally used at class for the first time this past week. A piece that holds the turner together broke making the turner unuseable. So I ordered another one (paying for it as no return policy) thinking it was just a faulty one. Received second one today and went to use it and the same piece broke on this one (right in picture below).
Thinking now there might a design flaw on these?!?!
Thinking now there might a design flaw on these?!?!
July 6, 2017
Easy and simple to use. I leave it on the guitar. Simple controls. I see why it is so popular.
But there's a problem. The Snark has a poor design and uses low quality plastic that breaks easily, rendering the tuner useless.
The part that clips on the guitar, has a neck with a ball shaped end. That ball fits into a three pronged receptacle. Those little prongs are cheap plastic that break off easily. If any of them break, then the tuner can not pickup vibrations from the guitar, making the tuner useless.
I was never rough with the tuner, yet it broke. Disappointed that Snark uses cheap, breakable plastic.
But there's a problem. The Snark has a poor design and uses low quality plastic that breaks easily, rendering the tuner useless.
The part that clips on the guitar, has a neck with a ball shaped end. That ball fits into a three pronged receptacle. Those little prongs are cheap plastic that break off easily. If any of them break, then the tuner can not pickup vibrations from the guitar, making the tuner useless.
I was never rough with the tuner, yet it broke. Disappointed that Snark uses cheap, breakable plastic.
July 22, 2017
Based on other reviews I really had high hopes for this tuner. However, the tuning is not nearly as tight as other tuners I've used. But the bigger problem leading to submitting a negative review is the fact that one of the three prongs on the back of the tuner head which cradles the tuner stem and allows it to pivot broke within a few weeks, just past the allowed return date. I may be able to crazy glue it to the stem but honestly I don't think I'll waste my time. The quality of tuner just isn't worth it.
April 27, 2018
Per instructions: NOT FOR USE ON ANY GIBSON GUITAR. The manufacturer is aware that the rubber pad on this device ruins the finish of fine guitars. It would be nice if they would just do something about it.
Be aware that this tuner is no more accurate than their basic tuners and is not as accurate as Polytune tuners. The Hertz feature is not useful as you have to tune all of the string in order to make it work.
Save your money.
Be aware that this tuner is no more accurate than their basic tuners and is not as accurate as Polytune tuners. The Hertz feature is not useful as you have to tune all of the string in order to make it work.
Save your money.
August 30, 2017
It works just fine. However, I just received it today, clipped it on the head of my guitar and the unit broke right off its mount where it swivels. It took no effort at all for it to break. I was simply turning it so I could see the screen. Now I cannot use the Snark as it no longer will attach to ball at the end of the swivel. I am seriously bummed.
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January 12, 2018
Seemed to be easy to use. I took it out of the box, clipped it to my guitar, gently adjusted it to view the display and it broke. The ball joint where the tuner connects to the arm of the clip if defective. Tried to return but was told it is ineligible to be returned. Waiting for further assistance from Amazon. Very disappointed!
Amazon responded quickly and is refunding me the amount of my purchase. Thank you customer support!
Amazon responded quickly and is refunding me the amount of my purchase. Thank you customer support!
Defective/Cheap mount! Also be sure to read the Instructions about Nitrocellulose and Gibson finishes!
July 15, 2017As some others have said on here - Mount is cheap! The 3 tabs that hold this to the mount, one of them was bent way out and snapped off. I never even had a chance to mount it. Further if you have a high-end Gibson then according to the directions this isn't recommended for use with Nitrocellulose finishes it may otherwise dent your headstock! Just thought I would mention that. Why is this not listed in the description?
December 23, 2017
This is the second one I purchased. Both of them would not tune the E string on my bass. They seem like knock offs because the one I purchased from GC has worked perfectly for over 2 years. These even seem to be made of a different type of plastic. Beware, because they are not returnable on Amazon, however they did send me a replacement... (that didnt work either btw)
December 30, 2017
Ordered and received two snark guitar, bass, violin tuners. Neither works. I already own two older ones that work fine. I tried using brand new batteries and still nothing. They are both defective items. Disappointed because the older ones I have work perfectly. Now amazon is saying I can't return these items. Disappointed snark customer.
