Are you a violinist? If so, we know that tuning your instrument is (hopefully) just as much a part of your daily routine as drinking water.

This said, it’s often important to make sure you have a reliable tuner to make sure your pitch is always locked in.

Here, we’ll take a look at our picks for the top 8 violin tuners on the market.

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1. Korg CA-40 Orchestra tuner

This violin tuner is highly accurate and versatile, with a wide range of pitch settings and the ability to tune to a variety of instruments. 

It also has a large, easy-to-read display and a built-in metronome so you can address all of your practice needs in one device.

2. Snark SN5X Clip-On violin tuner

This violin tuner is compact and easy to use, with a clip-on design that allows you to attach it to the head of your violin. It also has a high-sensitivity vibration sensor, making it suitable for use in noisy environments.

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3. Boss TU-80 Chromatic violin tuner

This tuner is a reliable and cost-effective option, with a variety of pitch settings and a large display that makes it easy to read. It also has a built-in metronome and a pitch pipe function for tuning by ear.

4. Ibanez PT5 Chromatic violin tuner

This tuner is a highly accurate and easy-to-use option, with a backlit LCD display and a wide range of pitch settings. It also has a built-in metronome and a microphone for tuning acoustic instruments. 

However, it is much harder to find nowadays, so if this tuner interests you, you will likely have to purchase it used on a site such as Reverb or Ebay.

5. Fender FT-004 clip-on violin tuner

This violin tuner is a compact and convenient option, with a clip-on design that allows you to attach it to the head of your violin. It also has a large, easy-to-read display and a variety of pitch settings.

6. Korg TM-60 combo violin tuner and metronome

This violin tuner is a versatile and convenient option, with a built-in metronome and a variety of pitch settings. It also has a large, easy-to-read display and a microphone for tuning acoustic instruments.

7. D'Addario NS Micro Clip-On violin tuner 

This tuner is a compact and easy-to-use option, with a clip-on design that allows you to attach it to the head of your violin. It also has a high-sensitivity vibration sensor and a variety of pitch settings.

8. Violin tuner apps

Of course, if none of these physical violin tuners suit your needs, there are plenty of virtual tuners you can download off of the app store.

Top picks would include TonalEnergy Tuner, a classic amongst professional musicians, or something free such as Tuner T1 or Soundcorset Tuner & Metronome.

Conclusion

Overall, all of these violin tuners are reliable and effective options for keeping your instrument in tune. 

Whether you prefer a compact and portable design or a more feature-rich option, there is a tuner on this list that will suit your needs.

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