Do you use a tuner or tune by ear

[djmcconnell]

When I hear a string going slightly off I usually just correct it by ear but I'll always tune electronically before I start playing.

Same here!

 

[otaypanky]

I always use a tuner. If I'm playing out I have a Turbo Tuner in-line between guitar and amp. At home I keep a Boss plugged into to a wall wart so it's always on, using the built in mic. It's up on a shelf it can be viewed from anywhere in my music room, so it's convenient for me and anyone else.

 

[Childbride]

I like to tune my guitar by ear first,them check it with the tuner,to see if its close or on to help me hear the notes.(time permitting)I change from half step down to norm alot.Does Shiner really tune with his nose? Sumi

no. but you really don't want to know how he tunes them, do you?:nope

 

[P.J.]

Er, both. I'll use a tuner to "get a note" and then do the rest by ear. On stage it's silent electronic tuning all the way.

I do the both thing too. I usually just tune the guitar to itself if I'm home and messing around. I will use the tuner if I'm playing w/ others or restringing the guitar.

=-) PJ