KORG Pitchblack XS Bass - Chromatic Bass Tuner Pedal with ULTRA BUFFER and ±0.1 cent Accuracy

KORG Pitchblack XS Bass - Chromatic Bass Tuner Pedal with ULTRA BUFFER and ±0.1 cent Accuracy

The Korg Pitchblack XS Bass is a bass-specific pedal tuner that combines display and footswitch into one surface to save space on your pedalboard without sacrificing visibility. It features a tuning circuit optimized for low frequencies with a measurement range from C0 (16.35 Hz) , ideal for 4, 5 and 6 string bassists, bass tuning and downtuning . It offers ultra-high accuracy of ±0.1 cent in strobe mode, ULTRA BUFFER tuned for bass and True Bypass switching , plus four display modes and two-level brightness for dark or outdoor stages. Its compact and robust chassis (70 × 80 × 47 mm, 198 g) with powder coating allows the switch to be operated from any angle with total reliability.

Main features

• Dedicated to low : specific detection circuit that facilitates reading at very low frequencies .
• Extended tuning range : from C0 (16.35 Hz) to C8 , covering more than an octave below low E.
• Professional precision : tuning ±0.1 cent in Strobe mode.
• ULTRA BUFFER optimized for bass , True Bypass switching to adapt the signal path to each pedalboard.
• Large mini-format display with 4 meter modes : Regular, Strobe, Semi-strobe and Mirror.
• Adjustable brightness in two levels and triangular side LEDs that flash when the exact tuning is reached.
• Powder-coated metal construction ; footswitch integrated into the display itself for easy operation from any position.
• Adjustable A4 calibration from 436 to 445 Hz (1 Hz steps); 12-note chromatic scale .
• Connectivity : input, BYPASS output and DC IN 9 V for adapter (KA181, sold separately).

Benefits for the bassist

• Stable bass reading : detection from C0 for 5/6 string basses and lower tunings.
• Always a secure signal : ULTRA BUFFER maintains tone and brightness over long cable runs; switch to True Bypass when you prefer a completely passive route.
• Instant Visibility : Large display, dual-level brightness, and meter modes make it easy to fine-tune quickly in any environment.
• Optimized pedalboard : Ultra-compact size with integrated control/display to take advantage of every inch.

Use cases

• Live : dark, outdoor stages and quick song changes thanks to the side “perfect pitch” indicator.
• Studio and rehearsal : ±0.1 cent accuracy and stable subwoofer measurement for clean recordings and demanding tuning.
• Long pedalboards : use of ULTRA BUFFER to compensate for treble losses due to serial cables/true bypass.

Description for projects

Korg Pitchblack XS Bass Chromatic Pedal Tuner; accuracy ±0.1 cent (strobe mode); detection range C0–C8; calibration A4=436–445 Hz (1 Hz); scale 12TET; ULTRA BUFFER switchable to True Bypass ; display modes: Regular/Strobe/Semi-Strobe/Mirror; 2-level brightness with side LED indicators; connectors: INPUT, BYPASS, DC 9 V IN; input impedance 10 MΩ; max. consumption 40 mA; powered by 9 V adapter (KA181, not included); dimensions 70 × 80 × 47 mm; weight 198 g; metal chassis with switch integrated into the display.