Tuner

usgb/ˈtuːnər/
noun

A person or device that adjusts the sound or pitch of a musical instrument.

My piano sounds off key, I need to call the piano tuner.
Visual representation of "tuner" - A person or device that adjusts the sound or pitch of a musical instrument

Often appears as...

  • piano tuner
  • guitar tuner
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Professionals Needed

People who adjust instrument sounds professionally are often called 'tuners'.

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The orchestra hired a professional tuner for their grand piano.
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Precision Required

'Tuner' is used when precise adjustments of musical instruments are necessary.

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You'll need a tuner to fine-tune your violin before the concert.
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Type Specificity

Often, 'tuner' refers to one who specializes in a specific instrument type.

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Find a guitar tuner who knows about classical guitars.
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