WTB Rack Tuner... Any Suggestions?

Michael Garnett · Post by **Michael Garnett** » 17 Aug 2003 7:43 am

I'm thinking about a rack tuner, just because I want one. No other real reason except I've got an uncontrollable urge to spend some money. Should I go with the Korg DTR series, or is there another out there that's better? I don't tune exactly to 440, and it's sometimes difficult trying to hold that little digital output Korg steady and tune at the same time. Also, it sortof jumps around on the scale, and I'd like something that's a little more precise.

P.S. - Perhaps this belongs in Pedal Steel, not too sure.
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[This message was edited by Michael Garnett on 17 August 2003 at 08:44 AM.]

Bill Crook · Post by **Bill Crook** » 18 Aug 2003 4:07 am

DTR-1 ....................

e'nough said !!

CrowBear Schmitt · Post by **CrowBear Schmitt** » 18 Aug 2003 1:33 pm

yep !

Leon Roberts · Post by **Leon Roberts** » 18 Aug 2003 1:58 pm

Michael, I would recomend the DTR-1 over the DTR-2. I bnought a DTR-2 and my Buddy bought a DTR-1. His DTR-1 tracks the note and seems much more stable than my DTR-2. The DTR-1 also has more features and three different tuning modes. I think both tuners have different desinators now but the top of the line is the way I would go.
Leon

Michael Garnett · Post by **Michael Garnett** » 18 Aug 2003 5:00 pm

If the top of the line is the way you would go, why not go with the DTR 1000? Isn't that the newest one out there?
Thanks for all the advice

MG

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Uva Uvam Vivendo Varia Fit
Botrus Pros Botrun Pepainetai
Carter D-10, Peavey Deltafex, Nashville 400
Rolls Playmate MX56s mixer powering Shure UM-1 personal monitors with custom earplugs
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Bob Knight · Post by **Bob Knight** » 18 Aug 2003 5:26 pm

The DTR-1000 is the most stable rack tuner that I've seen.

Bob

David Spangler · Post by **David Spangler** » 24 Aug 2003 4:30 pm

Hi, I have had the Sabine 1600, Korg DTR-1, DTR-2, the new Sabine with strobe, the Furman rack tuner in a power/light unit and currently have the new Korg DTR-1000. The new Sabine is junk.

For the money, the DTR-1000 is the best buy unless you can find a good DTR-1 used. Either model has strobe, large readout of the note you're tuning and calibration for tuning off 440.

I'll sell my DTR-1000 for $150 plus shipping.

Thanks,

David Spangler

Michael Garnett · Post by **Michael Garnett** » 24 Aug 2003 10:18 pm

I bought a DTR 1000. Great tuner, haven't had it but a few days, but I love it. LOVE IT. Now I don't have to squint at the digital needle on my little un-lit tuner.

Thanks for everything, y'all! Now I have yet another groovy toy to play with!

Garnett

CrowBear Schmitt · Post by **CrowBear Schmitt** » 25 Aug 2003 1:01 am

Terry Downs · Post by **Terry Downs** » 25 Aug 2003 5:31 pm

I have the Korg DTR-1 and love it too.

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 2 Sep 2003 5:18 pm

Hi I have been looking at getting a DTR1000 myself, I have everything else rack mounted so the tuner would finish things off nicely. Can anyone give me some detail on how this unit performs for steel ???

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Michael Garnett · Post by **Michael Garnett** » 2 Sep 2003 10:07 pm

Paddy- I've had it for 2 weeks or so, and I love it. If you can get a good deal on it, jump at the chance. Also, the rumor mill has it that the DTR-1 (the model before the 1000) is also an excellent tuner.

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 3 Sep 2003 3:06 pm

Thanks Michael -- the local Korg dealer is offering an opening special deal for them so I had better get in quick -- I will let you know what I think of it once I get my hands on one.

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 3 Sep 2003 3:09 pm

One other thing Michael, how do you like your Carter ?? I have been toying with the idea of getting a new steel and love the Carters, but no one out here has one for me to try out. I have an MCI D10 which Bud built for me in 1986 and it has been a great guitar but I'm overdue for a new axe.

Michael Garnett · Post by **Michael Garnett** » 3 Sep 2003 11:25 pm

You won't be disappointed with the Korg.

How do I like the Carter? I've gotten every penny out of it and more for what I paid. I got a great deal on it, and have absolutely no regrets for buying it. It's an older model, around a '95, and doesn't match up with some other guitars I've had the opportunity to play, including Mullen, Emmons, Pedalmaster, and Sierra, but I consider those "Top-of-the-line" guitars, and are way out of my range, both in price and skill. The great thing about Carter is, they provide an excellent product for a very reasonable price, and the way they can afford to do this is VOLUME. They sell a whole lot of guitars. I haven't had the chance to play a newer model, and there's a very good chance it's much more refined than my model. I do not have the "BCT" on my guitar, but it'll still "Holds on for a long time" according to Bill Dearmore, a man who knows what he's talking about. I love my Carter, and it isn't just because I don't have the means to afford another guitar.[This message was edited by Michael Garnett on 04 September 2003 at 12:26 AM.]

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 4 Sep 2003 9:03 pm

Thanks Michael - Yeah the new Carters look like they are pretty good - I'm just waiting a bit for our exchange rate to improve a bit, it's currently 58cents US so that almost doubles the price !! Plus shipping etc so it's a large dollop of dosh - but it will soon pay for itself I'm sure.

I should have my Korg on monday - will let you know what I think.

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 11 Sep 2003 7:57 pm

Has anybody tried the Korg DTR2000 -- ??
Is this a bit over the top (price wise and function) for what the average muso would use on stage? Is it more a studio variety ?

Ron Randall · Post by **Ron Randall** » 11 Sep 2003 10:50 pm

This may be way out there, but here goes.
PEterson makes a rack tuner RT 490(?) I may have the numbers wrong. Check Peterson's website and have a good look. It is a true strobe tuner, programmable to your needs, note by note, and many personal temperments.

It is expensive, and worth every penny.

It is a 2U unit.

Ron