--- product_id: 13269614 title: "P-13A Chromatic Tuning Whistle, Tuning Whistle, A Scale, For Japanese Instruments" brand: "tombo" price: "$42.81" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Tombo" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/13269614-p-13a-chromatic-tuning-whistle-tuning-whistle-a-scale-japanese store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Accurate A=440Hz & A=220Hz pitches 13 precise chromatic notes Adjustable tuning screw P-13A Chromatic Tuning Whistle, Tuning Whistle, A Scale, For Japanese Instruments **Brand:** tombo **Price:** $42.81 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Tune Like a Pro, Wherever You Go! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** P-13A Chromatic Tuning Whistle, Tuning Whistle, A Scale, For Japanese Instruments by tombo - **How much does it cost?** $42.81 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/13269614-p-13a-chromatic-tuning-whistle-tuning-whistle-a-scale-japanese) ## Best For - tombo enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tombo brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Trusted Craftsmanship:** Polished brass finish and TOMBO’s legacy ensure durability and premium sound quality - β€’ **Precision in Every Note:** 13 chromatic pitches finely tuned for flawless instrument harmony - β€’ **Compact & Portable Design:** Lightweight 12g brass body fits effortlessly in your pocket or gig bag - β€’ **Effortless Tuning Control:** Easy-to-use screw mechanism lets you match string tension with pinpoint accuracy - β€’ **Tailored for Japanese Instruments:** Specifically crafted to complement traditional Japanese musical scales ## Overview The Tombo P-13A Chromatic Tuning Whistle is a precision brass pitch pipe featuring 13 chromatic notes tuned to A=440Hz and A=220Hz, designed specifically for Japanese instruments. Its compact, lightweight design and adjustable screw mechanism make it an essential, portable tool for musicians seeking accurate, reliable tuning on the go. ## Description The dragonfly whistle is carefully tuned to suit each and every use of the long production technology of reed musical instruments. Best of all, it's portable and easy to use when you are tuning each instrument. While you ring the tune whistle, rotate the screw of the string you want to match, and adjust the sound to match both sounds. Review: Accurate, But know what you buying First. - People, I have prepare a chart that will show you both pitch pipes in the key of A, and the key of E. Keep in mind the music notes on an 88 key piano, repeat like this. ABCDEFGA, this is the sequence of 8 notes, whereas if it's keyed in the key of A, (A) gets repeated as low (A) and high (A). So these pitch pipes start in different locations depending on the key, low medium and high. I have 2 pitch pipes. The key of A and the key of E. They are keyed in the key of A as low A and the key of E as medium or normal E. Also remember that this repeating pattern of notes goes on to higher and higher frequencies as the pattern repeats. Example. ABCDEFGABCDEFGABCDEFG So in some way of speaking, you're buying in the dark, because these pitch pipes don't tell you where you are at on the chromatic scale. But this chart should help. Study carefully. Special note, the pitch pipes I bought are very accurate for the frequencies you see below. The reason you would buy a pitch pipe is to use it for a reference, in this case they are an accurate reference, but of course having only 13 of the most relevant pitches. Chromatic scale in the | Chromatic scale in the KEY of A. LOW & Normal | KEY of E. Normal Pitch Pipe KEY of A, as LOW A 1, A3: 220.0 Hz ------------------------------------------ 2, A#3: 233.0 Hz ---------------------------------------- 3, B3: 246.9 Hz ------------------------------------------ 4, C4: 261.6 Hz ------------------------------------------ 5, C#4: 277.1 Hz ---------------------------------------- 6, D4: 293.6 Hz ------------------------------------------ 7, D#4: 311.1 Hz ---------------------------------------- Pitch Pipe Pitch Pipe KEY of A, as LOW A KEY of E. as Normal E 8, E4: 329.63 Hz --------------> 8, E4: 329.63 Hz 9, F4: 349.23 Hz --------------> 9, F4: 349.23 Hz 10, F#4/Gb4: 369.99 Hz -> 10, F#4/Gb4: 369.99 Hz 11, G4: 392.00 Hz -----------> 11, G4: 392.00 Hz 12, G#4/Ab4: 415.30 Hz -> 12, G#4/Ab4: 415.30 Hz (1), A4: 440.00 Hz Pitch Pipe Pitch Pipe KEY of A,as Normal A KEY of E, as Normal E 1, A4: 440.00 Hz ------------> 1, A4: 440.00 Hz 2, A#4/Bb4: 466.16 Hz --> 2, A#4/Bb4: 466.16 Hz 3, B4: 493.88 Hz ------------> 3, B4: 493.88 Hz 4, C5: 523.25 Hz ------------> 4, C5: 523.25 Hz 5, C#5/Db5: 554.37 Hz --> 5, C#5/Db5: 554.37 Hz 6, D5: 587.33 Hz ------------> 6, D5: 587.33 Hz 7, D#5/Eb5: 622.25 Hz --> 7, D#5/Eb5: 622.25 Hz 8, E5: 659.25 Hz ------------> (8), E5: 659.25 Hz 9, F5: 698.46 Hz 10, F#5/Gb5: 739.99 Hz 11, G5: 783.99 Hz 12, G#5/Ab5: 830.61 Hz (1), A5: 880.00 Hz Review: These are the best pitch pipes that exist - I love the design, the feel, the sound, the size, the weight. The quality of this pitch pipe is probably why you don't see many different unique designs for this type of tuning instrument. ## Features - A=440Hz, A=220Hz - 13 notes - A Scale - For Japanese instruments ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000Y7O0GO | | Best Sellers Rank | #18,136 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #222 in Music Tuning Accessories #230 in Folk & World Instrument Accessories | | Brand | TOMBO | | Brand Name | TOMBO | | Color | Braun | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 159 Reviews | | Finish Type | Polished | | Included Components | Pitch Pipe | | Instrument Key | A | | Item Dimensions | 3.3 x 3.3 x 0.8 inches | | Item Weight | 12 Grams | | Manufacturer | TOMBO(γƒˆγƒ³γƒœ) | | Manufacturer Part Number | P-13A | | Material | Brass | | Material Type | Brass | | Model Name | P-13 | | Model Number | P-13A | | Set Name | Japanese Tuning | | Style | Modern | ## Product Details - **Color:** Braun - **Brand:** TOMBO - **Instrument Key:** A - **Material:** Brass - **Style:** Modern ## Images ![P-13A Chromatic Tuning Whistle, Tuning Whistle, A Scale, For Japanese Instruments - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81XazD2CMkL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Should i go with this a or the e version if i want to use it to learn ear training for guitar, piano, shamisen, and voice?** A: The E version is the standard vocal quartet pipe for the treble clef. The A version is pitched lower. I like the A version when practicing bass or baritone part to verify notes. **Q: Would this be alright for a collegiate mixed a capella group? The starting pitch given is usually the bass note.** A: My women's barbershop quartet loves that it is a lower pitched pipe (often the very note our bass sings.) Good quality sound that carries to all ears as well. Love, love, love mine. **Q: Which tombo.is best for ladies barbershop quartet 13a or e?** A: Use the E variety. It is the standard pipe used by Barbershop Quartets world wide. The 13E is pitched more appropriately for ladies and mixed barbershop quartets alike. I have both versions and like to use the A version when part learning because it is pitched down 5. It is sometimes easier to use for the bass/bari note checking. **Q: has anyone's pipe developed problems? A few people said notes weren't in pitch. I assume they checked it with a piano and not just their "ear"** A: Not that I'm aware of. I gave this pipe to my husband who has used it in worship. He played French horn & has near perfect pitch. He has not had any problem with it since January. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Accurate, But know what you buying First. *by S***E on September 3, 2025* People, I have prepare a chart that will show you both pitch pipes in the key of A, and the key of E. Keep in mind the music notes on an 88 key piano, repeat like this. ABCDEFGA, this is the sequence of 8 notes, whereas if it's keyed in the key of A, (A) gets repeated as low (A) and high (A). So these pitch pipes start in different locations depending on the key, low medium and high. I have 2 pitch pipes. The key of A and the key of E. They are keyed in the key of A as low A and the key of E as medium or normal E. Also remember that this repeating pattern of notes goes on to higher and higher frequencies as the pattern repeats. Example. ABCDEFGABCDEFGABCDEFG So in some way of speaking, you're buying in the dark, because these pitch pipes don't tell you where you are at on the chromatic scale. But this chart should help. Study carefully. Special note, the pitch pipes I bought are very accurate for the frequencies you see below. The reason you would buy a pitch pipe is to use it for a reference, in this case they are an accurate reference, but of course having only 13 of the most relevant pitches. Chromatic scale in the | Chromatic scale in the KEY of A. LOW & Normal | KEY of E. Normal Pitch Pipe KEY of A, as LOW A 1, A3: 220.0 Hz ------------------------------------------ 2, A#3: 233.0 Hz ---------------------------------------- 3, B3: 246.9 Hz ------------------------------------------ 4, C4: 261.6 Hz ------------------------------------------ 5, C#4: 277.1 Hz ---------------------------------------- 6, D4: 293.6 Hz ------------------------------------------ 7, D#4: 311.1 Hz ---------------------------------------- Pitch Pipe Pitch Pipe KEY of A, as LOW A KEY of E. as Normal E 8, E4: 329.63 Hz --------------> 8, E4: 329.63 Hz 9, F4: 349.23 Hz --------------> 9, F4: 349.23 Hz 10, F#4/Gb4: 369.99 Hz -> 10, F#4/Gb4: 369.99 Hz 11, G4: 392.00 Hz -----------> 11, G4: 392.00 Hz 12, G#4/Ab4: 415.30 Hz -> 12, G#4/Ab4: 415.30 Hz (1), A4: 440.00 Hz Pitch Pipe Pitch Pipe KEY of A,as Normal A KEY of E, as Normal E 1, A4: 440.00 Hz ------------> 1, A4: 440.00 Hz 2, A#4/Bb4: 466.16 Hz --> 2, A#4/Bb4: 466.16 Hz 3, B4: 493.88 Hz ------------> 3, B4: 493.88 Hz 4, C5: 523.25 Hz ------------> 4, C5: 523.25 Hz 5, C#5/Db5: 554.37 Hz --> 5, C#5/Db5: 554.37 Hz 6, D5: 587.33 Hz ------------> 6, D5: 587.33 Hz 7, D#5/Eb5: 622.25 Hz --> 7, D#5/Eb5: 622.25 Hz 8, E5: 659.25 Hz ------------> (8), E5: 659.25 Hz 9, F5: 698.46 Hz 10, F#5/Gb5: 739.99 Hz 11, G5: 783.99 Hz 12, G#5/Ab5: 830.61 Hz (1), A5: 880.00 Hz ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These are the best pitch pipes that exist *by K***N on August 7, 2021* I love the design, the feel, the sound, the size, the weight. The quality of this pitch pipe is probably why you don't see many different unique designs for this type of tuning instrument. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very nice, if you're willing to wait *by D***L on December 2, 2017* It works great for me--all the holes work, it has good tone, and it looks really neat. Also, I like the carrying case. But be prepared to wait. I ordered this on October 11th. They said I'd have it between Nov. 1 and Nov. 15. I got it Nov. 28th, on the same day I was going to write them an email asking where it was. If you're willing to wait 6 weeks, it's pretty nice. Now I didn't need instant gratification on this thing, but that's a little extreme. The rating of 5 stars is because I liked the product itself. I'm not madly in love with it, but it's pretty nice. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/13269614-p-13a-chromatic-tuning-whistle-tuning-whistle-a-scale-japanese](https://www.desertcart.us/products/13269614-p-13a-chromatic-tuning-whistle-tuning-whistle-a-scale-japanese) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-04*