TC Electronic PolyTune 3 Guitar Tuner Pedal with Bonafide Buffer

The TC Electronic PolyTune 3 is one of the most advanced and widely used guitar tuner pedals available, combining fast, accurate tuning with professional-grade signal integrity. Building on the original PolyTune’s revolutionary polyphonic tuning, the PolyTune 3 adds the renowned Bonafide Buffer, making it an essential tool for any pedalboard.

Designed for live performance, studio work and everyday practice, PolyTune 3 delivers precise tuning in a compact, reliable format.

Polyphonic, Chromatic and Strobe Tuning

PolyTune 3 offers multiple tuning modes to suit any situation:

• Polyphonic tuning – tune all strings at once with a single strum
• Chromatic tuning – fast and accurate for everyday use
• Strobe tuning – ultra-precise ±0.02 cent accuracy for recording

The pedal automatically switches between polyphonic and monophonic modes depending on how many strings you play, making tuning fast and intuitive.

Built-in Bonafide Buffer

PolyTune 3 features TC Electronic’s acclaimed Bonafide Buffer, designed to preserve your tone across long cable runs and complex pedalboards.

• 1 MΩ input impedance
• 100 Ω output impedance
• Extremely high signal-to-noise ratio (>112 dB)

You can switch between true bypass and buffered modes, allowing you to optimise your signal chain for any setup.

Designed for Stage and Studio

The ultra-bright 109-LED display ensures clear visibility in all lighting conditions. An ambient light detector automatically adjusts brightness, making it easy to read whether you’re on stage, in rehearsal or outdoors.

The "always on" tuning mode allows constant pitch detection, even when your signal is not muted, improving efficiency during live performance.

Key Features

• Polyphonic, chromatic and strobe tuning modes
• ±0.02 cent accuracy in strobe mode
• Built-in Bonafide Buffer for tone preservation
• Switchable true bypass or buffered operation
• Ultra-bright 109-LED display with ambient light sensor
• Automatic tuning mode switching
• Compact pedalboard-friendly design
• Designed and engineered in Denmark

Perfect for Pedalboards

PolyTune 3 is more than just a tuner – it is also a critical part of your signal chain. The built-in buffer helps maintain clarity and high-end response, especially in larger pedalboard setups.

At Angkor Music Melbourne, we not only supply pedals, but also design and build complete pedalboards. We can help integrate the PolyTune 3 into your rig for optimal performance, signal flow and reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is polyphonic tuning?
Polyphonic tuning allows you to strum all strings at once and see which ones are out of tune instantly.

Do I need the buffer?
If you use multiple pedals or long cables, the buffer helps maintain your tone and prevents signal loss.

Is this suitable for live performance?
Yes. It is designed for fast, accurate tuning on stage with excellent visibility.

Can I switch off the buffer?
Yes. The pedal allows switching between true bypass and buffered modes.