Features

The Boss TU-80 brings super-accurate LCD tuning to musicians at a very affordable price, while adding unique high-end features like a built-in metronome and Accu-Pitch. The pocket-sized TU-80 runs on batteries and can tune almost any instrument, thanks to a chromatic tuning mode and ultra wide tuning range. It even tunes 7-string guitars and 6-string basses—putting the TU-80 in a class all its own.

• Affordable and reliable LCD tuner with handy, built-in metronome
• Supports chromatic tuning, plus 7-string guitars and 6-string basses
• Accu-Pitch function sounds a tone when pitch is correct
• Reference Tone Play function makes it easy to verify tuning by ear
• Memory function stores your favourite tuner settings
• Ultra-thin body fits easily into a guitar case or pocket
• Metronome has 7 rhythms, 10 beats and cool animated LCD display

More Info

Reliable Boss Tuning with Accu-Pitch
Thin is in. That’s why the TU-80 was designed to be slim and light enough to fit in your pocket. Best of all, it sports reliable and accurate Boss LCD tuning, along with Accu-Pitch, which plays a tone when you’re in tune. No more looking down at the tuner!

Versatile Tuning Modes and Metronome
Thanks to its chromatic and flat tuning capabilities, the TU-80 can tune just about any instrument—from guitars and basses to strings, brass and woodwinds. A handy Reference Tone Play function lets you hear the correct pitches, while a built-in metronome with seven rhythms and 10 beat variations makes practice more effective. No other tuner has all this!

Specs

Tuner

Reference Pitch

A4=435 Hz-446 Hz (1 Hz steps)

Tuning Range

E0 (20.6 Hz)-C8 (4186.0 Hz)

Internal Tuning Accuracy

+/-1 cent

Metronome

Tempo

30-250

Rhythm Style

Quarter note, Eighth rest and eighth note, Eighth note, Triple, Triple with centre rest, Sixteenth note, Clave (3-2, 2-3)

Beat

0-9

Input Impedance

680 k ohms

Indicator

LCD Display, Tuning Guide LED

Connectors

Input Jack, Output Jack

Power Supply

Dry Battery (R6/LR6 (AA) Type) x 2

Power Consumption

3 mA (Metronome mode), 8 mA (Tuner mode and A4=440 Hz input); Expected battery life under continuous use (Carbon): Approximately 100 hours (A4 continuous input)
* These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Accessories

Dry Battery (R6 (AA) Type) x 2, Owner's Manual

Size and Weight ( incl. batteries )

Width

122 mm

4-13/16 inches

Depth

68 mm

2-11/16 inches

Height

21 mm

0-7/8 inches

Weight

0.1 kg

0 lbs. 5 oz.

*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

TU-80 Manual (PDF)

Tuner Catalogue 2009

Product catalogue for the TU-1000, TU-12BW, TU-12EX, TU-80, TU-88, and TU-2.

BOSS Product Catalog 2011

BOSS Product Catalog 2012

Support

If you have a question about operating your Roland or BOSS product, please contact our Product Support department by phone or email.

In addition, we have a library of Support Documents that you can download and reference. If Support Documents are available for this product, they will be listed below.

Guitar Effects Guidebook Vol. 20

BOSS Tuners Catalog 2009

BOSS tuners are beloved by musicians around the world for their reliability, accuracy, and user friendliness. Since 1983, the TU-12 has been an industry standard. Today’s family of BOSS tuners melds the essence of the TU-12 with modern technology in a wide variety of models.

BOSS Product Catalog 2008

Forging the Future - Innovation for Creative Inspiration
BOSS forges into 2008 with an awe-inspiring lineup of effects, digital studios, and accessories.