The Korg MA1 Digital Metronome is a compact and indispensable rhythm training aid for any musician, featuring a stylish design and reliable functionality. Its innovative "Beat-Counting" display clearly shows the number of beats, the current beat, and the beats remaining, making practicing easier.

The MA1 metronome offers a broad tempo range of 30 to 252 BPM, which can be set using three different methods: full steps, pendulum steps, or the Tap Tempo function. This versatility allows users to practice a wide variety of songs by specifying any beat count from 1 to 9 and choosing from eight rhythm types, including quarter notes, eighth notes, triplets, and sixteenth notes.

The Sound Out mode on the MA1 metronome produces a reference pitch (selectable over an octave from C4 to B4) that can be used for tuning nearly any instrument. The frequency of the A4 reference pitch (calibration) can be adjusted in 1 Hz steps over the broad range of 410 Hz to 480 Hz.

The MA1 metronome is designed for long battery life, with continuous operation of approximately 70 hours when using zinc-carbon batteries, or approximately 290 hours when using alkaline batteries. This is achieved through the addition of an auto power-off feature, which helps to preserve battery life.

The innovative Beat-Counting display on the MA1 metronome provides visual cues as to when measures will change, with the icon color changing (moving from left to right) on each beat, indicating the current beat of the measure in an intuitive way. This is a helpful advance over metronomes that provide only an audible indication.

The MA1 metronome also features a headphone jack with adjustable volume, allowing users to practice without disturbing others. Additionally, the device has a fold-out leg for easy viewing, and a memory backup feature that saves your settings.

In conclusion, the Korg MA1 Digital Metronome is a compact and feature-rich device that offers a wide range of functionalities to meet the diverse needs of musicians. Its innovative design, reliable performance, and versatile capabilities make it an indispensable tool for rhythmic training and practice.

product information:

Attribute

Value

item_weight

2.5 ounces

product_dimensions

4.02 x 2.32 x 0.67 inches

item_model_number

MA1RD

batteries

1 CR2 batteries required. (included)

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