AutoStrobe 590

This is a great tuner, worth every penny!!

Overview

The AutoStrobe 590 is THE preeminent mechanical strobe tuner for tone generation and metronome facilities. It combines both input instrument tone and audio standard reference tone at the output for simultaneous visual and audible tuning along with exceptional intonation training! The 590’s key features (automatic note tracking and audio tone generation capabilities) make it a favorite in the classroom, at the factory, or backstage. And as usual, only a Peterson can respond at the speed of light to display relative tuning information extracted from any audio source down to 0.1 of a cent (1/1000 of a semitone) accuracy! Finally, utilize automatic (hands-free) note selection for fast tune ups of instruments. Proudly made in the USA.

Features

Automatic Note Selection
Automatic Image Clarity And Contrast Control - Internal Compensation For Optimal Viewing Over A Wide Range Of Source Pitch And Volume.
Enhanced Clarity For Upper And Lower Register Notes - +2/-1 Display Feature Shifts The Strobe Patterns Into More Visible Middle Ranges - Bass Note Patterns Can Be Displayed Two Octaves Higher And Treble Note Patterns Can Be Displayed One Octave Lower In Strobe Display.
External Input And Through Output With Mute - For In-Line, Silent Tuning During Performances.

Available Tuning Presets ( 8 )

Default

EQU

Standard chromatic tuning/Equal temperament suitable for regular or alternate tuning, 100 cent intervals - no Sweetening.

Guitar & Bass

P5TH

Peterson Sweetener for electric guitar

Historic Temperaments

JMI

Just Major Intonation

PYT

Pythagorean Intonation with A base

4MT

1/4 Comma Meantone

KRN

Kirnberger III Temperament

WK3

Werckmeister III

YNG

Young Temperament with A base

Compare to Sweetened Tunings offered in other products.

Specifications

Power Supply: Built-In (IEC)

Foot Pedal Control: Metronome On/Off

Peterson Connect Compatible: No

Stretch Tuning Tables: No

Note Range: C1 to B8

Note Selection: Automatic Or Manual

Form Factor: Desktop/Bench

Accuracy: 0.1 Cents

Display Type: Single Analog Strobe Disc

Display Resolution: Infinite (Analog)

Construction: Metal Casing

Product Dimensions LxWxH: 13.4" x 6.375" x 3.5"

Product Weight: 8lbs. (3.30kg)

USB Port: No

Power: AC 100V to 240V

Built-In Microphone: Yes

Built-In Speaker: Yes

Volume Control: Yes

Headphone Jack: Yes

Metronome: Yes

Inputs: 1/4" Jack

Outputs: 1/4" Thru, 1/4" Speaker Output

Mute-able Output: No

Tone Generator: C2 to B6 (65.40Hz -1975.53Hz)

Concert A Range: 350Hz to 550Hz

Global Cent Offset Range: +/- 50 Cents

Transposition Range: Keys of C, Bb, F, Eb

Frequency Response Range: 32.70Hz to 7902.13Hz

Warranty: 1 Year

User Presets: 64 User Presets

Historic Temperaments: Yes

Reviews | AutoStrobe 590

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AutoStrobe 590

One of Peterson’s best

By Ted Strain on Wednesday, February 7, 2024

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Plays 6-String Electric Guitar

I have always been impressed with the quality and reliability of Peterson tuners. I would definitely recommend the 590 to anyone who needs fast accurate tuning either on the road or in the studio

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AutoStrobe 590

Truly satisfied

By Steve Allen on Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Edited on Tuesday, July 18, 2023

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This is truly a remarkable piece of kit. Well done peterson!

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AutoStrobe 590

It's reputation precedes itself--and for good reason

By Andrew Ruggles on Saturday, February 3, 2018

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Plays 6-String Acoustic Guitar

I am excited to own the gold standard in tuning. When you own a Peterson tuner you own a quality machine that performs to its reputation. The auto-select and manual-select options for notes is a great feature to meet any need. Also the metronome on the 590--heard by built in speaker or headphone input-- makes this machine a musician's one stop shop for practice and performance. If you want accuracy, quality and consistency for your instrument you need a Peterson!

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AutoStrobe 590

Five Stars

By Gilbert Spain on Tuesday, July 8, 2014

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This is a great tuner, worth every penny!!

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AutoStrobe 590

Great for tuning piano

By Nathan on Monday, January 21, 2013

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First, let me state that I am not a piano tuner. I'm a pianist, and I'm very fussy about the piano that I play being in tune. I have a tuning hammer and some mutes and know enough to get myself in trouble. Prior to using the auto-strobe, I could never have successfully tuned a piano on my own. Now the review: I was first introduced to the Autostrobe tuner by the owner of a local piano store. He used one of these tuners to tune the pianos he delivered. As soon as I watched him fly through a piano with his tuner (faster than I had ever seen anyone tune a piano before) I knew that I had to have one for myself. I knew enough about tuning pianos to touch up unison notes and replace the occasional broken string, but I don't have the experience or know-how to get a temperament right or tune a whole piano. With the autostrobe tuner, I can now tune a whole piano with minimal frustration. It may not be a perfect job, but that's not the fault of the machine - it's me that's the problem. This litt ...

Does my AutoStrobe 590 require calibration?

Generally, your AutoStrobe 590 will not require calibration and should remain perfectly accurate if it has not been damaged.

Unlike more modern Peterson strobes, legacy models such as the Peterson 400, 420, 450 and 700 do require occasional calibration.

If you require service, please open a support ticket and return the tuner for repair.

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How do I read a strobe display?

Basically, the strobe image appears to travel to the left if your instrument is flat of the desired pitch and to the right if it is sharp. On earlier models such as the StroboStomp 1, StroboStomp 2, VS-1, VS-II and V-SAM, the strobe image travels upward if your instrument is sharp and downward if your instrument is flat of the desired pitch.

Adjust your instrument until the pattern is as close to still as possible. Strobe displays are 'real-time' and extremely precise. They require very fine tuning adjustments to stop the display because the frequency/pitch of any instrument is never totally stable.

You'll quickly learn to read the display, make the most precise adjustments and appreciate the high resolution that only a Peterson provides.

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Is the accuracy the same for all Peterson tuners?

Yes, the accuracy is within 0.1 cents (1/1000 of one semitone) as with all Peterson Strobe Tuners. An important thing to note is that Peterson Strobe Tuners have ultra high definition displays, so not only are they highly accurate in detecting a note but they have the ability to display that accuracy. Other products claim accuracy but do not have the high definition screen to display the level of accuracy in which they claim. If you cannot see the accuracy, it is of little value. Only Peterson provides High Definition Strobe Tuning.

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What is my AutoStrobe 590’s Sweetened Tunings feature all about?

A Sweetener is a set of cent offsets or a deviation from generic Equal Temperament interval spacing traditionally used in tuning. Tuners made by Peterson, including the AutoStrobe 590, contain many choices of Sweeteners, in other words, several presets with differing interval spacing relevant to the instrument being tuned. If you’ve never been happy with how your instrument tunes up with your present tuner, a Sweetener could be just the thing to change that without any modifications whatsoever. The AutoStrobe 590 offers unique and very accurate tweaks which often make all the difference.

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Is there a carrying case available?

We have carrying cases available that are very useful if you will be frequently traveling with your Peterson tuner. You may purchase your case directly from us at Peterson.

Cases are available for the AutoStrobe™ line, the StroboClip HD and the StroboPLUS HD/HDC.

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590 Instruction Manual English

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AutoStrobe™ 590

Mechanical strobe tuner/metronome/tone generator

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Guitar & Bass

Historic Temperaments

Compare to Sweetened Tunings offered in other products.

Does my AutoStrobe 590 require calibration?

How do I read a strobe display?

Is the accuracy the same for all Peterson tuners?

What is my AutoStrobe 590’s Sweetened Tunings feature all about?

Is there a carrying case available?

Not finding an answer? Open a support ticket for personalized support of your Peterson product.

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