--- product_id: 59194945 title: "CA-50 Chromatic Tuner for Orchestral Instruments w/ Memory Backup and Auto Power-Off Function" brand: "korg" price: "£26.93" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Korg" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/59194945-ca-50-chromatic-tuner-for-orchestral-instruments-w-memory-backup store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Adjustable calibration 410-480 Hz Wide detection range A0-C8 Memory backup + auto power-off CA-50 Chromatic Tuner for Orchestral Instruments w/ Memory Backup and Auto Power-Off Function **Brand:** korg **Price:** £26.93 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Tune like a pro, never miss a beat! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CA-50 Chromatic Tuner for Orchestral Instruments w/ Memory Backup and Auto Power-Off Function by korg - **How much does it cost?** £26.93 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/59194945-ca-50-chromatic-tuner-for-orchestral-instruments-w-memory-backup) ## Best For - korg enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted korg brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ear Training Made Easy:** Sound Out mode plays reference tones to sharpen your pitch recognition skills. - • **Smart Power Management:** Memory backup retains settings and auto power-off conserves battery life during downtime. - • **Universal Instrument Compatibility:** Detects frequencies from 27.5 Hz to 4186 Hz, perfect for any orchestral instrument. - • **Precision Tuning at Your Fingertips:** Needle-style LCD with large note display for instant, accurate pitch reading. - • **Custom Calibration for Every Ensemble:** Fine-tune your reference pitch in 1 Hz increments between 410 and 480 Hz. ## Overview The Korg CA-50 is a lightweight, durable chromatic tuner designed for orchestral instruments, featuring a large needle-style LCD for quick pitch reading, a wide detection range from A0 to C8, adjustable calibration from 410 to 480 Hz, and a Sound Out mode for ear training. Its memory backup and auto power-off functions ensure reliable performance and long battery life, making it a trusted choice for professionals and serious musicians alike. ## Description Product description Meet the KORG-CA5 A portable, pocket-sized tuning solution. The CA-50: the standard tuner for orchestral instruments, now with even better visibility. An even more readable display, with a larger note name indication. The CA-50 features high-precision tuning functionality and a slim and compact design. The new CA-50’s display is now, even easier to read. Long considered the standard in chromatic tuners, the CA-50 offers simple and intuitive operation and a satisfying tuning experience for every instrumentalist. Reduced stress when used on a music stand A new mechanism reduces the possibility that the unit will overturn, making it less likely that the tuner will slide off and fall when placed on a music stand. You'll be able to concentrate on your playing without fearing that the tuner might fall during the performance. Calibration function is provided. The calibration function supports a variety of concert pitches. It can be adjusted in 1 Hz units in the range 410–480 Hz, allowing flexible tuning that matches the song or key, Technical Specifications Review: Korg tuner is the best - I’m a professional musician, and I’ve owned Korg tuners for decades. I recommend them highly to students, amateurs and the professionals. They are accurate, sturdy (I’ve dropped mine on the floor many times with no damage), lightweight and batteries last a long time in them, unlike some other brands of tuner. This model is a tuner only; no metronome is included. I actually used to use the Korg combo of tuner and metronome, but that model goes through batteries a lot faster, and the metronome isn’t loud enough. My current favorite set up is to have the Korg chromatic tuner (no metronome) plus the Seiko quartz metronome model SQ50V in my bag at all times. The batteries last seemingly forever and they’re reliable, sturdy, and top quality, at a reasonable cost. I don’t want to use my phone for tuning and a metronome unless I need a back up for a very brief time., and is used only for a very short time. I don’t want my phone out in rehearsals, concerts and practice times. Have top quality in the Korg instead. Really, this is the best. Review: One of my favorite tuners - This is my third Korg tuner of this nature. I have a CA-30, a CA-40 and now the CA-50. They are all good. The CA-30 has one feature lacking in the CA-40; an output jack. The CA-40 and CA-50 has both in and out, so you can plug in a guitar or device on the input side and then plut into an amp on other device on the output side. I have routinely plugged my CA-40 into another tuner (usually a Korg pitchblack). Why? Because the CA-40 was easier to read, particularly at distance or in bright sunlight. The Pitchblack then became largely a mute switch while I was tuning even though the Pitchblack costs $100+. The reason I got the CA-50 was because after many years the mic on the CA-40 stopped working. I could still plug in/out of the CA-40 and could still use the CA-30 for that... but for the price the CA-50 with the larger display seemed like something I wanted to add. The CA-50 is essentially the same tuner as the CA-40, but again, with the larger display. It seems to have the same accuracy. About the accuracy of all these Korg tuners? They are SO accurate that I can intonate my guitars and basses with them. They are much more accurate than most clip-on tuners, particularly Snark tuners. This is particularly a great instrument for tuning band instruments. It's response time is very fast, much faster than many cell phone tuners. Because it is a dedicated tuner you can get it turned on quickly without having to scroll through menus. Any downsides to this tuner? If you're in a quiet room the mic works great. If you're in a loud (or quiet) environment the plug-in feature works great. However, if you're in a loud environment and don't want to plug in, only then are you better off with a clip-on tuner. And for that I recommend the Korg Pitchcrow over all but the TC Electronic Polytune or the Peterson clip-on Strobotune. The only other downside that I can see is that this model does not have a built-in metronome. I have several stand-alone metronomes so that was not an important feature for me. I guess this review makes me a Korg fan-boy, but I assure you I have no relationship to Korg other than being a customer. ## Features - Larger, Easy-to-Read Display: Needle-style LCD with a larger central note name ensures fast, accurate pitch readings - perfect for beginners and pros alike. - Wide Detection Range: Features a detection range of A0 (27.50 Hz) to C8 (4186.01 Hz, suitable for nearly any instrument. Built-in mic or optional contact mic lets you tune confidently in any setting. - Adjustable Calibration: Customize your reference pitch from 410 – 480 Hz in 1 Hz steps to suit any playing context or ensemble requirement. - Sound Out Mode for Ear Training: Lets you listen to a reference tone emitted by the internal speaker. Hear reference tones n the range of C4 (261.63 Hz) to C5 (523.25 Hz) from the built-in speaker - great for tuning by ear and developing pitch recognition skills. - Memory & Auto Power-Off: Retains calibration and mode settings even after powering down. Auto-off saves battery after 20 minutes of inactivity. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B079SBH6MB | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,817 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #38 in Music Tuning Accessories | | Body Material | Lithium | | Brand | KORG | | Brand Name | KORG | | Color | Original Version | | Connector Type | Jack | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,884 Reviews | | Finish Type | Lackiert | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04959112175488 | | Included Components | Batteries not included | | Item Dimensions | 2.75 x 0.75 x 4 inches | | Item Type Name | Tuner | | Item Weight | 0.09 Kilograms | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 2.75 x 0.75 x 4 inches | | Manufacturer | Korg | | Material | Plastic | | Model Name | Korg CA 50 | | Model Number | CA50 | | Part Number | CA50 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | All instruments in our catalogs and on our shopping site carry the manufacturers' warranties against defects in parts and workmanship. Should a defect occur within the manufacturer's warranty period, contact us immediately. We will be glad to help facilitate the repair or replacement as specified by the manufacturer. The manufacturer will determine whether the defect is covered under their warrant… | ## Product Details - **Brand:** KORG - **Color:** Original Version - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2.75 x 0.75 x 4 inches - **Material:** Plastic - **Model Name:** Korg CA 50 ## Images ![CA-50 Chromatic Tuner for Orchestral Instruments w/ Memory Backup and Auto Power-Off Function - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61kfCCILHnL.jpg) ![CA-50 Chromatic Tuner for Orchestral Instruments w/ Memory Backup and Auto Power-Off Function - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/5152Aq7ESTL.jpg) ![CA-50 Chromatic Tuner for Orchestral Instruments w/ Memory Backup and Auto Power-Off Function - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61CHNRixZGL.jpg) ![CA-50 Chromatic Tuner for Orchestral Instruments w/ Memory Backup and Auto Power-Off Function - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41inpjprb8L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Korg tuner is the best *by I***E on August 21, 2023* I’m a professional musician, and I’ve owned Korg tuners for decades. I recommend them highly to students, amateurs and the professionals. They are accurate, sturdy (I’ve dropped mine on the floor many times with no damage), lightweight and batteries last a long time in them, unlike some other brands of tuner. This model is a tuner only; no metronome is included. I actually used to use the Korg combo of tuner and metronome, but that model goes through batteries a lot faster, and the metronome isn’t loud enough. My current favorite set up is to have the Korg chromatic tuner (no metronome) plus the Seiko quartz metronome model SQ50V in my bag at all times. The batteries last seemingly forever and they’re reliable, sturdy, and top quality, at a reasonable cost. I don’t want to use my phone for tuning and a metronome unless I need a back up for a very brief time., and is used only for a very short time. I don’t want my phone out in rehearsals, concerts and practice times. Have top quality in the Korg instead. Really, this is the best. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of my favorite tuners *by V***A on April 25, 2020* This is my third Korg tuner of this nature. I have a CA-30, a CA-40 and now the CA-50. They are all good. The CA-30 has one feature lacking in the CA-40; an output jack. The CA-40 and CA-50 has both in and out, so you can plug in a guitar or device on the input side and then plut into an amp on other device on the output side. I have routinely plugged my CA-40 into another tuner (usually a Korg pitchblack). Why? Because the CA-40 was easier to read, particularly at distance or in bright sunlight. The Pitchblack then became largely a mute switch while I was tuning even though the Pitchblack costs $100+. The reason I got the CA-50 was because after many years the mic on the CA-40 stopped working. I could still plug in/out of the CA-40 and could still use the CA-30 for that... but for the price the CA-50 with the larger display seemed like something I wanted to add. The CA-50 is essentially the same tuner as the CA-40, but again, with the larger display. It seems to have the same accuracy. About the accuracy of all these Korg tuners? They are SO accurate that I can intonate my guitars and basses with them. They are much more accurate than most clip-on tuners, particularly Snark tuners. This is particularly a great instrument for tuning band instruments. It's response time is very fast, much faster than many cell phone tuners. Because it is a dedicated tuner you can get it turned on quickly without having to scroll through menus. Any downsides to this tuner? If you're in a quiet room the mic works great. If you're in a loud (or quiet) environment the plug-in feature works great. However, if you're in a loud environment and don't want to plug in, only then are you better off with a clip-on tuner. And for that I recommend the Korg Pitchcrow over all but the TC Electronic Polytune or the Peterson clip-on Strobotune. The only other downside that I can see is that this model does not have a built-in metronome. I have several stand-alone metronomes so that was not an important feature for me. I guess this review makes me a Korg fan-boy, but I assure you I have no relationship to Korg other than being a customer. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Priced Right *by L***S on January 19, 2026* This is a quality tuner, instructions for use are easy to follow. It is large enough to see the screen information without being cumbersome. ## Frequently Bought Together - Other, / Tuner (CA50) - Korg Tuner (CM300BKRD) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/59194945-ca-50-chromatic-tuner-for-orchestral-instruments-w-memory-backup](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/59194945-ca-50-chromatic-tuner-for-orchestral-instruments-w-memory-backup) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*