KORG Pitchblack X - Pedal-Mounted Chromatic Tuner with True Bypass/ULTRA BUFFER and High-Visibility LED Display

KORG Pitchblack X - Pedal-Mounted Chromatic Tuner with True Bypass/ULTRA BUFFER and High-Visibility LED Display

The KORG Pitchblack X is a pedal-powered chromatic tuner that combines professional-grade precision with maximum visibility and flexible integration into any pedalboard. Its tuning motor delivers precision to within ±0.1 cent in strobe mode and offers four display modes (Regular, Strobe, Half-Strobe, and Mirror) with a “Just Tune” function that visually confirms when a note is perfectly in tune. It also offers the ability to switch between True Bypass or the next-generation ULTRA BUFFER to preserve brightness and definition in long cable chains or complex pedalboards.

Designed for live and studio use, it features Bright Mode with two brightness levels for brightly lit stages, as well as a 9V OUT DC power output for powering other pedals (up to 200mA) when using an adapter. Its electronics cover a detection range of E0 to C8 , with A4 calibration from 436 to 445 Hz in 1 Hz steps and 1 MΩ input impedance . It runs on a 9V battery —included—or a 9V DC adapter , and adds a handy 9V OUT DC socket for powering another pedal from the same source.

Main features

• Ultra-high accuracy up to ±0.1 cent (strobe mode) for critical fine-tuning.
• True Bypass or ULTRA BUFFER switchable to choose between “pure” signal pass-through or tone preservation on long chains.
• Four display modes : Regular, Strobe, Half-Strobe and Mirror, with “just right” tuning confirmation via side LEDs.
• High visibility LED display with Bright Mode (2 levels) and LED color selection (blue or white).
• Wide chromatic range E0–C8 and calibration A4=436–445 Hz (1 Hz).
• Full connectivity : INPUT, BYPASS/OUTPUT, DC 9 V IN and DC 9 V OUT to power other pedals.
• Dual power supply : 9V battery included or 9V DC adapter (optional).
• Approximate battery life with alkaline battery: up to 24 h (Regular mode; approx. 5 h with zinc-carbon battery).
• Robust and compact format : 69 × 110 × 49 mm; 248 g (with battery).

Benefits for the musician

• Preserved tone when you need it: Activate ULTRA BUFFER on extended pedalboards or use True Bypass with sensitive vintage effects.
• Instant reading in any environment thanks to Bright Mode and different meter patterns.
• Silent operation : Audio is muted when tuner mode is activated for noise-free tuning.
• Fewer sources on the pedalboard : the DC 9 V OUT output can power another pedal (up to 200 mA) when you use an adapter.

Use cases

• Pedalboards with long cable runs : select ULTRA BUFFER to avoid treble loss.
• Demanding recording and live performance : Use Strobe mode for fine adjustments of ±0.1 cent.
• Compact setups : Take advantage of the DC OUT to power an overdrive or compressor without adding another source.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I choose between True Bypass and Buffered Bypass? Yes, there is an internal BUFFERED/TRUE BYPASS switch.
• Is the DC 9V OUT battery-powered? No. DC OUT only supplies power when the tuner is powered by an adapter and up to 200 mA .
• Is it suitable for bass? Yes, the E0–C8 range covers common bass tunings.
• Does it include a battery? Yes, it includes a 9V battery; a 9V DC adapter is optional.

Description for projects

KORG Pitchblack X Pedal-Mounted Chromatic Tuner; accuracy ±0.1 cent (Strobe mode); range E0–C8; A4 calibration = 436–445 Hz (1 Hz); Regular/Strobe/Half-Strobe/Mirror modes with “just right” tuning indication; switchable True Bypass /ULTRA BUFFER; input impedance 1 MΩ; INPUT, BYPASS, DC 9 V IN , DC 9 V OUT connectors (for powering up to 200 mA when using an adapter); powered by 9 V battery or 9 V DC adapter (≥300 mA); max. consumption 28 mA; dimensions 69 × 110 × 49 mm; weight 248 g.