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Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic Strobotuner

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$149.00 Price Tier: High-end

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Unleash the power of precision tuning with the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic Strobotuner, a seamless fusion of retro design and contemporary technology. Renowned for its outstanding 0.1% accuracy range, this tuner offers an unparalleled tuning experience. Its robust metal enclosure promises durability while the user-friendly LCD screen guarantees effortless tuning, making it an essential accessory for every musician who values accuracy and reliability in their gear.

Key Features:

Precision tuning with a 0.1% accuracy range
Robust metal enclosure for enhanced durability
User-friendly LCD screen for easy tuning
Combines retro design with modern technology
Essential accessory for accurate and reliable tuning

Product specs

Brand	Peterson
Model	Stomp Classic Strobotuner Pedal Guitar Tuner
Finish	Silver/Black
Year	2010s
Categories	Tuner Pedals

FAQs

How accurate is the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic Strobotuner?: The Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic Strobotuner offers an accuracy of 0.1 cents, making it one of the most precise tuners available, ideal for professional musicians seeking exact tuning.
What power supply does the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic require?: The Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic Strobotuner requires a standard 9V DC power supply, which is commonly used for guitar pedals.
Does the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic support sweetened tunings?: Yes, the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic includes sweetened tunings, which are exclusive settings designed to correct tuning issues inherent in various instruments.
Is the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic suitable for live performances?: Absolutely, the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic is built with a robust design and high visibility display, making it perfect for live performance environments.
Can the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic be used for instruments other than guitar?: Yes, the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic is versatile and can be used to tune a variety of stringed instruments, not just guitars.

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Peterson Tuners: Stomp Classic Strobotuner (Official)

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Peterson Stomp Classic Tuner demo

EZGTR

Summer NAMM '10 - Peterson Tuners Stomp Classic Tuner

Premier Guitar

Peterson Stomp Classic Tuner NAMM 2011

bassfrontiersmag

Peterson Stomp Classic | CTG TV #82

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PROS

Sturdy construction designed for longevity
Balanced direct output suitable for live and studio use
Sweetening settings enhance tuning for various string instruments
Upgradeable firmware via USB
Exceptional tuning accuracy of +/- 0.1 cent
Precision real-time high-resolution LCD display
Versatile as both a pedal and bench tuner
Built-in DI box feature adds utility
Accommodates different tunings beyond standard 440Hz
High quality, steel-like build quality

CONS

No longer current in the Peterson lineup, availability may be limited

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Scott Lucas

Singer, Guitarist

Local H

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In the Digital Tour Bus episode of "GEAR MASTERS" (Ep. 248), Scott Lucas of Local H discusses using the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic Strobotuner as a spare tuner pedal.

Daniel Donato

Guitarist

Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country

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Signal chain: Custom shop Tele > Lava and Planet Waves cables > Peterson Stomp Classic Strobe Tuner > Wampler Ego Compressor > Way Huge Pork Loin > Electro Harmonix Soul Food > MXR Echoplex Preamp to a Mooer Ana Echo to a Hardwire DL-8 >1967 Fender Pro Reverb with Weber Speakers.

Brynjar Leifsson

Guitarist

Of Monsters and Men

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This image of Brynjar's pedalboard is the complete set-up. This was taken from the Strymon website. On the far right side, you can see the pedal tuner by Peterson.

Eric Avery

Bassist

Jane's Addiction

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Screenshoot from Jane's Addiction official Instagram page.

Tim Collis

Guitarist

This Town Needs Guns

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First Row, first one from left to right. "Some pedals I've used on the latest record - Tim"

Dean Bernardini

Bassist, Composer

Chevelle

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The path starts with a Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic tuner, and from there a XLR cable runs a clean signal out to the front-of-house mixer.

Jan Borysewicz

Guitarist, Bassist

Lady Pank

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Jan Borysewicz is seen using the Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic Strobotuner in a video shared by Arkadiusz Klaban on Instagram.

Luke Bentham

Singer, Guitarist

The Dirty Nil

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I've got a Peterson Strobe Tuner, which is like modelled after the old Neil Young spinning one that you can select the string that you want to tune. But it's just a really really fast chromatic tuner that I like, you can shoot a bullet at it and nothing would happen.

Harry McVeigh

Singer, Guitarist

White Lies

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This May 2022 photograph shows a close-up of the pedals used by Harry McVeigh. A Peterson VSS-C Stomp Classic Strobotuner can be seen as one of the pedals present on the pedalboard. The first available pictures showing this pedal are from late 2013 (Image), with which he replaced his Boss TU-3 Chromatic Tuner that he had been using for a couple of years.

Image source: Arte Sonora | Fotoreportagem: Boas Segundas com White Lies e Charming Liars em Lisboa

Pustulus Maximus of GWAR (Brent Purgason)

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Gwar

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According to this rig rundown, by Premier Guitar, Brent Purgason uses a Peterson Stomp Classic Strobe Tuner.

Balsac The Jaws of Death (Mike Derks)

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Gwar

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Mike Derks' Peterson Stomp Classic Strobe Tuner is the first part of his signal path, and stays with the rig, as his guitar tech explains, at 17:02 in this rig rundown video.