Description of KORG Pitchblack XS
When you’re looking for a tuner that blends reliability, style and practicality, right at the heart of your choice stands the KORG Pitchblack XS – the perfect balance of compact design, excellent visibility, and professional-grade functionality.
This tuner immediately draws attention with its striking mix of a minimalist enclosure and a bold, eye-catching display. Designed to perform just as well in a cosy home practice as it does on a bustling stage full of lights and distractions, it offers no compromises: convenience, accuracy, and ease of use are all packed into one small unit that easily finds space on even the busiest pedalboard.
Musicians who’ve tried a variety of tuners know that not every device meets the demands of all situations. The Pitchblack XS tackles several challenges at once: a vivid display, adjustable brightness to suit different stage settings, ultra-fast response time, and rock-solid accuracy that inspires confidence with every note. At the same time, it doesn’t demand extra space and maintains a sleek, modern look.
Why choose this model?
- Compact enclosure takes up minimal room on your pedalboard, leaving more space for other effects
- Large high-contrast display makes tuning easy to read, whether in dimly lit clubs or under bright stage lights
- Outstanding accuracy — up to ±0.1 cent, ensuring your instrument stays perfectly in tune
- Daisy chain power option for convenience when running multiple pedals
- Stylish and practical design that blends seamlessly into any setup
Product details
To look closer, the KORG Pitchblack XS isn’t just a small tuner, but a full-fledged tool for players who demand precision. Built with a sturdy metal housing, it’s ready to handle intensive use — essential for guitarists and bassists who play live and rehearse daily.
The display deserves special mention. It’s not only big and bright but remains clear at virtually any angle. Whether viewed from the side or above, it stays sharp and easy to read. You can also choose between different display modes: classic needle-style, strobe mode for ultra-fine adjustments, or a combination — letting you tune in the way that feels most natural.
Another thoughtful feature is the screen brightness control. Lower it for late-night practice sessions at home, or crank it up to the max under glaring stage lights. Such attention to detail ensures comfort and usability in every situation.
And then there’s the accuracy. With ±0.1 cent precision, the difference compared to less reliable tuners is instantly noticeable. Every note is captured faithfully, even with the lightest touch on a string. The fast response makes it ideal for live performance, when there’s no time to linger over tuning.
This is one of those tools you quickly grow attached to and won’t want to replace. It becomes a trusted partner, leaving you free to focus entirely on the music.
Who is it for?
While some devices are aimed at a narrow audience, the KORG Pitchblack XS suits an impressively wide range of musicians. For beginners, it provides a straightforward and intuitive tuning experience, helping train the ear and making practice more enjoyable.
Self-taught players will find confidence knowing their instrument sounds spot-on even without studio-level gear. For professionals, the compact design makes it a practical, time-saving tool that fits into any setup. Producers and sound engineers will also value its speed and accuracy, where every subtle detail can be critical in the studio. Session musicians, meanwhile, will truly appreciate its minimalism and versatility: easy to carry, space-saving, and always eliminating unnecessary worries.
It’s a tuner equally at home for practice, live performance, or studio work. And most importantly — it makes tuning not a chore, but a natural and enjoyable part of making music.
KORG Pitchblack XS features
- Type: pedal tuner
- Enclosure: metal
- Display: full-colour LED with high brightness and adjustable backlight
- Tuning accuracy: ±0.1 cent
- Tuning range: E0 (20.60 Hz) – C8 (4186 Hz)
- Calibration: 436 – 445 Hz
- Display modes: needle, strobe, combined
- Power: 9V DC adapter
- Daisy chain output for powering other pedals
- Dimensions: 69 × 81 × 47 mm
- Weight: approx. 248 g