Introduced in the mid-1990s, the BOSS TU-12H was a step forward in compact, high-precision tuning. Designed specifically for guitar and bass, it offered quick response and a clear needle-style meter, making it a reliable stage and studio companion for players of the era. Its rugged build and no-nonsense design made it a staple in countless gig bags through the late ’90s and early 2000s.
Today, the TU-12H has more of a cult-classic appeal. While modern tuners are smaller and faster, this one carries a certain retro charm—part vintage utility, part hipster statement piece. Whether you want a fully functional tuner with old-school vibe or just a cool bit of ’90s BOSS history for the collection, the TU-12H delivers on both fronts. Plus, did you see Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings on Tiny Desk? They are cool enough to use a TU-12H–are you?
1995 Boss TU-12H is in nice shape. It shows some minor scuffs and signs of use, but it functions how it's supposed to and will keep you in tune. The vinyl case is long gone. It will ship with a fresh 9V battery because we're cool like that.