Stomp Classic

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The Peterson VSS-C StroboStomp Classic Tuner is the most fully-featured pedal tuner made by anyone to date. A high-contrast LCD screen makes this tuner the perfect choice for both indoor and outdoor use as well as for anywhere that lighting conditions are less than ideal. Integrated, fold out, steel mounting lugs at the unit’s bottom rubberized plate keep it in place on your pedal board without unsightly tape or messy adhesives. Its ultra-robust die-cast chassis and Switchcraft brand input/output jacks assure a quality tuning even after the roughest of voyages. Also, its unique quick- release battery-access door steers you far away from having to deal with delicate, easily broken, battery lead wires. Battery changes are a breeze!

The professional-quality active DI on board is mutable and lets you select one of three stages of signal attenuation—all while remaining 100% true bypass. Finally, the tuner’s side mounted USB jack makes your unit future-proof and custom tailored to be exactly what you need it to be by allowing Mac or PC connectivity for updates and unit user programming/modifications.

TRUE STROBE TUNING IN A PEDAL | Peterson Strobe Tuners

TRUE STROBE TUNING IN A PEDAL

Building off the success of the legendary StroboStomp™ pedal, the Stomp Classic™ is a workhorse that will enhance any pedalboard. From the true-bypass signal flow to the active, on-board direct box. We have redefined the standard and created the ultimate pedal tuner.

HIGH DEFINITION TUNING | Peterson Strobe Tuners

HIGH DEFINITION TUNING

All Peterson products provide guaranteed tuning results to within +/-0.1 cent. That is 1/1000th of a fret! The large 2.25" , high-contrast screen is easy to see on your pedalboard amongst stage lights or out in the sun.

Tuning with the Stomp Classic™ allows your instrument to sound its best and helps ensure its tuning stays true during playing.

This level of accuracy is the highest in the industry and what has made Peterson the choice of professionals around the globe for over 65 years.

STUDIO QUALITY ACTIVE DI | Peterson Strobe Tuners

STUDIO QUALITY ACTIVE DI

High-impedance signals get balanced and matched with ultra-transparency, extreme detail and sparkle. Perfect for use with acoustic or bass guitars, electric pianos and synthesizers. Fully mute-able for private tuning at the gig between songs.

Three step attenuation pad reduces the incoming signal level from loud sources that could overload the circuit and cause distortion. Selectable ground lift reduces noise and helps prevent ground loop hum in your rig.

High-quality Neutrik® XLR jack for optimum reliability and roll cage bar to protect your XLR cable on stage from accidents.

IT'S YOUR SOUND | Peterson Strobe Tuners

IT'S YOUR SOUND

Enjoy transparent operation no matter its location in your signal chain.

LET'S CONNECT | Peterson Strobe Tuners

LET'S CONNECT

Connect the Stomp Classic to your Mac or PC to customize the included tunings or load in the tunings you've created with our Peterson Connect online utility.

RUGGED. RELIABLE. ROADWORTHY. | Peterson Strobe Tuners

RUGGED. RELIABLE. ROADWORTHY.

The Stomp Classic™ is built like a tank and capable of taking the most grueling punishment.

We have designed this to be the most roadworthy tuner you can place on your pedalboard.

BUILT TO LAST | Peterson Strobe Tuners

BUILT TO LAST

A heavy duty, die-cast chassis with a 3PDT stomp switch makes the Stomp Classic™ road-worthy and reliable. The 9V battery drop is located under the pedal and is easily accessed with one finger for quick loading before the gig.

No more thumbscrews to remove or battery doors to lose.

The thick rubber matting securely grips even the most abused of stages. For those looking to permanently mount the Stomp Classic™, flip-out mounting tabs are located on the bottom of the unit.

Default

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

Guitar & Bass

GTR
Designed for use with guitars tuned to standard EADGBE.
ACU
Designed for use with acoustic guitars tuned to standard EADGBE.
dAd
Peterson Sweetened tuning for acoustic guitar
12S
Peterson Sweetened tuning for 12 string guitars with regard to the string courses.
BRT
Peterson Sweetened tuning for baritone guitars.
7ST
Peterson Sweetened tuning for seven string guitars.
bAS
Designed for use with basses tuned to standard EADG and BEADG.
BSn
Guided Tuning for Bass
GTn
Guided Tuning for 6 & 7 string guitars

Buzz Feiten

BFE
Buzz Feiten Tuning System for electric guitar
BFB
Buzz Feiten Tuning System for electric bass guitar
BF12
Buzz Feiten Tuning System for 12 String Guitar
BFA
Buzz Feiten Tuning System for acoustic guitar

Steel Guitar

SE9
Peterson Pedal Steel Guitar Sweetened Tuning for 10 string pedal steel in E9 tuning.
SC6
Peterson Pedal Steel Guitar Sweetened Tuning for 10 string pedal steel in C6 tuning.
OE9
Peterson E9 Pedal Steel Guitar Sweetened Tuning for the Open Strings
U12
Peterson Pedal Steel Guitar Sweetened Tuning for 12 string universal pedal steel guitar in E9/B6 tuning.
LA6
Peterson A6 Sweetener for Lap Steel Guitar.
LC6
Peterson C6 Sweetener for Lap Steel Guitar.

Bluegrass

dbO
Peterson Combination Sweetened Tuning for Dobro
BJO
Peterson Sweetened Tuning for 5 String Banjo
MAN
Peterson Mandolin Family Sweetener
dbH
Peterson Combination Sweetened Tuning for Dobro

Orchestral

VLN
Peterson Violin Sweetener

Compare to Sweetened Tunings offered in other products.

Power Supply: Optional (9VDC Negative Center Pin)

DI: Active/Mutable/3-Stage Attenuable

Peterson Connect Compatible: Yes

Note Range: C0 - A#8

Note Selection: Automatic

Firmware Updateable: Yes

True Bypass: Yes

Buffered Mode: No

Form Factor: Pedal / Floor

Accuracy: 0.1 Cents

Display Type: LCD

Display Resolution: 256 Segments (128 per row )

Construction: Die Cast

Product Dimensions LxWxH: 6" x 3.25" x 2.75"

Product Weight: 1.7lbs

USB Port: Yes

USB Type: Mini

Rechargeable: No

Battery Type: 9V (Included)

Power: 9VDC 80mA (Nominal)

Built-In Microphone: No

Built-In Speaker: No

Headphone Jack: No

Inputs: 1/4" Mono

Outputs: 1/4" Mono ( through ), Balanced XLR Output

Mute-able Output: Yes

Concert A Range: 390Hz to 490Hz

Transposition Range: -6 to +5

Frequency Response Range: 16.35Hz - 7302Hz

Warranty: 3 years

Sweetened Tunings: 25

User Presets: 10 Locations

Historic Temperaments: Equal Only

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By Ulisses Martins on Thursday, September 21, 2023

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Plays 6-String Acoustic Guitar, 6-String Electric Guitar
This is a very valuable product and is the best tuner I ever had.

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By Joe Zavala on Tuesday, September 12, 2023

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Plays 6-String Acoustic Guitar, 10 String Pedal Steel Guitar, 6-String Electric Guitar
Excellent tuner. What ac adapter fits this tuner?

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By Thomas Huguelet on Sunday, August 27, 2023

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Plays 5 String Bass, 6 String Bass, 6-String Electric Guitar, 6-String Acoustic Guitar, 4 String Bass
I have a lot of really nice tuners, including ones built-in to my bass amp. The Stomp Classic is head and shoulders above anything I've used. The tracking and display quality make tuning sooooo effortless. I'm familiar with Peterson from their iOS app which I've used over the years for intonating guitars and basses.

I've only used this on 2 gigs so far, but the build quality seems robust. It is larger than a standard-sized pedal housing, but still quite manageable in size.

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By Andres Urv on Tuesday, August 8, 2023

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Plays 6-String Acoustic Guitar, 6-String Electric Guitar, 5-String Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele
Love this "Classic". Solid work horse for years.

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By Larry Razanav on Thursday, February 3, 2022

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Plays 6-String Electric Guitar, 6-String Acoustic Guitar, 4 String Bass, 5 String Bass, Ukulele

By Francisco Castillo on Friday, March 5, 2021

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Plays 6-String Electric Guitar, 6-String Acoustic Guitar, 4 String Bass

By Gereon Stefer on Sunday, January 3, 2021

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Nice one.

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By Daniel Rheault on Friday, July 10, 2020

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By David Luther on Wednesday, May 20, 2020

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Plays 6-String Electric Guitar, 4 String Bass, 6-String Acoustic Guitar
The features that are on this tuner can't be matched by any other tuner on the market in it's range. Period. The build quality is extremely rugged. I like the fact that is has mounting lugs so that you can screw it down to your pedalboard if you choose to do so. Peterson has the finest tuners available. You can't go wrong with a Peterson.

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By Michael Haring on Sunday, May 10, 2020

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Peterson Stomp Classic.
Genialer Tuner mit unendlich viel Möglichkeiten im Custom Mode.
Aber auch in der Standardkonfiguration ist er ein absoluter Meilenstein, der sich - nicht nur optisch - zu Recht am legendären CONN ST-11 anlehnt.
In die Konfiguration des Custom Mode gelangt man über die Internetseite von petersontuners.com und wenn man da nicht weiterkommt, hilft einem der Peterson Support mit unendlicher Geduld. Ich habe nie länger als 24 Stunden auf die Beantwortung einer Frage gewartet.
Gleichzeitig kann man den Tuner als aktive DI-Box benutzen. Was will man mehr?
5 stars - no... 6 stars (!) - from Berlin (Germany). Thanks a lot.

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Does my Stomp Classic require calibration?

Generally, your Stomp Classic 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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Is the Stomp Classic discontinued?

Yes, the Stomp Classic is discontinued.

Our currently available tuners are the StroboStomp HD, StroboStomp LE, StroboStomp Mini, StroboPLUS HDC, AutoStrobe Model 490, AutoStrobe Model 490-ST, AutoStrobe Model 590, and SC-5000 II.

We do service discontinued products.

If you need to send your tuner in for repair, please open a support ticket.

All products returned for service must have a support ticket number on the outside of the box as well as on the accompanying paperwork on the inside of the box. If you have not registered your tuner, you must do so before returning it. Include a description of your problem. Please be specific about the type of malfunction as well as the conditions under which it occurs.

There is a minimum charge of $80.00 US plus a shipping charge for all Mechanical Peterson tuners received and a minimum charge of $40.00 US plus a shipping charge for all LCD Peterson tuners (unless subject to Peterson warranty). Payment options include PayPal, VISA, MasterCard, AMEX and Discover Card.

NOTE: For international (non-USA) repairs and for all Conn tuner repairs, a different procedure may apply. If you would like an advance estimate for service, you must include a request in writing with the tuner you ship.

Contact and Shipping Details:

For service of Peterson tuners:

Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. 11601 South Mayfield Ave. Alsip, IL 60803 USA

TEL: 708-388-3311 (ext. 143) FAX: 708-388-3341

Email: techwest@petersonemp.com

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What power supplies can be used with my Peterson Pedal Tuner? ( StroboStomp 1 & 2, Stomp Classic & StroboStomp HD/LE/Mini )

9VDC - Regulated - Center negative - At least 85mA

Partial list of regulated power supplies:

  • Voodoo Lab Pedal Power 2 (Eight isolated 9VDC 100mA regulated outputs)
  • Dunlop DCB-10 DC Brick (10 outputs)
  • Visual Sound 1-Spot (9V fully regulated output)
  • Carl Martin Big John 9v Power Supply (Seven 9VDC outputs 600mA total)
  • Sanyo Pedal Juice
  • T-Rex Fuel Tank
  • Godlyke PA9 Power All (9V 800mA regulated output)
  • Boss PSA120 adapter (9V 200mA regulated)
DO NOT use the Boss ACA120 Unregulated power supply! Boss ACA, Danelectro DA1, RadioShack, etc., do not have a voltage regulator and are not suitable.

As always with any pedal, be careful - check voltage ( 9V regulated ) & polarity (positive barrel-negative inner sleeve) first and don't overload the power supply's ampere rating by daisy chaining too many pedals from a single supply.

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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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Stomp Classic Version 1.0.06

Thursday, May 4, 2017 3:01:00 PM EDT

  • Various bug fixes and performace improvements.

Stomp Classic Version 1.0.05

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 9:40:00 AM EDT

  • Various Bug Fixes

Stomp Classic Version 1.0.04

Wednesday, August 7, 2013 10:37:00 AM EDT

  • Note display default is now the sharp ( # ) version of en-harmonic equivalents. Previously a combination of sharps and flats ( #/b ) were used.
  • Peterson Connect now supports characters P and L for custom octave names ( Pedal and Lever indicator for Steel ).

Stomp Classic Version 1.0.02

Sunday, January 1, 2012 2:01:30 PM EST

  • Enables Peterson Connect functionality
  • Various Bug Fixes.

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