Korg PITCHBLACK PB-XS
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Essential Information About the Korg Pitchblack PB-XS Pedal
Essential Information About the Korg Pitchblack PB-XS Pedal
- Premium stage readability: display designed to remain clear even in low-light conditions.
- Ultra-precise tuning: up to +/- 0.1 cent in Strobe mode, ideal for studio sessions and precise adjustments.
- Built-in Ultra Buffer to preserve signal clarity on crowded pedalboards, with the option to disable it on this model.
- Compact format and robust chassis: designed to last and easily fit on a pedalboard.
Manufacturer Information
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Pitchblack X: Korg's Next-Generation Pedal Tuner
With the Pitchblack X series, Korg aimed to set a modern standard for pedal tuners: immediate readability, reliable detection, and tuning precision designed for demanding musicians. The Pitchblack PB-XS fits this "pedalboard tour" logic: reduced footprint, direct foot operation, and sturdy construction to withstand transport, soundchecks, and stage changes.
Who is it for, which styles, and in what contexts?
The Korg Pitchblack PB-XS is intended for any guitarist who wants quick and reliable tuning without compromising visibility. It suits both beginners (simple and reassuring reading) and advanced or professional guitarists who need reproducible precision from one gig to another.
Rock, pop, blues, metal, funk, worship, indie, ambient: whatever the style, a reliable tuner is the foundation of a clean sound. In live settings, it becomes a reflex between songs. In studio, its Strobe mode helps lock intonation, open chords, and layering takes. On a pedalboard, its buffer (activatable or not) is a real advantage for managing losses related to cable lengths and extended effect chains.
Technical specifications
| Category | tuner | Tuning range | E0 - C8 |
| Type | sector | A4 calibration range | 436 - 445 Hz |
| Instrument | guitar | Color | Black |
| Connections | input & output jack | Weight | 198 g |
| Tuning mode | chromatic | Dimensions (mm) | 70 x 80 x 47 |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Korg Pitchblack PB-XS accurate for studio tuning?
The Strobe mode offers a detection accuracy of +/- 0.1 cent, suitable for fine intonation adjustments and overdubbing. The Half-Strobe, Regular, and Mirror modes allow the display to be adapted to each preference.
Can this tuner be used with low tunings?
Its chromatic range extends from E0 to C8, covering standard tunings, dropped tunings, and some extended-range instruments.
Can the PB-XS buffer be disabled?
The built-in Ultra Buffer is switchable. It can preserve attack and highs in a long cable and effects chain, or be disabled when an external buffer is already present on the pedalboard.
What power supply is required for this Korg tuner?
A 9 V DC adapter power supply is required, with a maximum current consumption of 40 mA. Battery operation is not indicated in the provided specifications.
Is it possible to change the reference A frequency?
The A4 calibration is adjustable from 436 to 445 Hz. This range allows tuning to match a piano, ensemble, or studio reference.
