Metronome Pro

Tempo Control (BPM)

Adjust the tempo using the slider or input field. Range: 30-240 BPM. Common tempos:

• Largo: 40-60 BPM (very slow)
• Andante: 76-108 BPM (walking pace)
• Allegro: 120-168 BPM (fast, bright)
• Presto: 168-200 BPM (very fast)

Time Signature

Choose from preset time signatures or create custom ones:

• 4/4: Common time, 4 beats per measure
• 3/4: Waltz time, 3 beats per measure
• 6/8: Compound meter, feels like 2 big beats
• Custom: Create your own time signature

Volume & Mute

Control overall volume and individual beat volumes. Use mute patterns for practice.

Sound Packs

Different sound types for various preferences:

• Default Beep: Classic electronic metronome sound
• Wood Block: Natural wooden percussion sound
• Digital Click: Sharp, precise digital clicks
• Drum Kit: Realistic drum sounds
• Sine Wave: Pure tone frequencies
• Custom: Upload your own sounds

Subdivisions

Practice with smaller note divisions for better timing:

• Quarter Notes: Main beats only
• Eighth Notes: Two clicks per beat
• Sixteenth Notes: Four clicks per beat
• Triplets: Three clicks per beat

Accent Beats

Emphasize certain beats (typically beat 1) to maintain rhythm structure.

Digital Display

Large BPM display with visual beat indicators. Shows current beat number and time signature.

Pendulum Animation

Classic metronome pendulum that swings left to right. Visual representation of tempo.

Waveform Visualization

Real-time audio waveform display. See the sound waves as they play.

Speed Training

Gradually increase or decrease tempo over time:

• Start Tempo: Initial BPM
• End Tempo: Target BPM
• Duration: Time to complete transition
• Increase/Decrease: Direction of change

Random Beat

Practice rhythm reading with random beat patterns. Helps improve sight-reading skills.

Silent Mode

Practice internal timing with minimal audio cues:

• Measure Silent: First measure only
• Beat 1 Only: Only downbeats
• Every Other: Alternating beats
• Custom Pattern: Create your own pattern

Practice Recording

Record your playing sessions for analysis:

• Click Start Recording to begin
• Play along with the metronome
• Stop recording when finished
• Review timing analysis results

Timing Analysis

Get detailed feedback on your timing accuracy:

• Average Deviation: How much you drift from perfect timing
• Accuracy: Percentage of perfectly timed beats
• Best Streak: Longest sequence of accurate beats

Audio Export

Save metronome tracks for offline practice:

• Duration: Set length (10-300 seconds)
• Format: Choose WAV or MP3
• Quality: High-fidelity audio output
• Settings Included: Your tempo and sound preferences

Getting Started

• Start slow (60-80 BPM) and gradually increase speed
• Practice with subdivisions before attempting faster tempos
• Use accent beats to reinforce rhythm structure
• Record yourself regularly to track progress

Advanced Techniques

• Practice with different time signatures to improve versatility
• Use silent mode to develop internal timing
• Try speed training for technical pieces
• Experiment with various sound packs for different musical contexts

Common Problems & Solutions

• Rushing: Practice at slower tempos, use subdivisions
• Dragging: Focus on upbeats, use accent beats
• Inconsistent timing: Record and analyze your practice
• Losing rhythm: Start with simpler time signatures