Piano Metronome
A Piano Metronome is an excellent learning device for both beginners as well as for those at an intermediate level. A metronome for piano is considered by some as an essential tool for getting young piano players into good habits while intermediate players often find it essential when learning difficult pieces.
A Wittner Metronome is a popular choice among piano players. These models come with a swinging pendulum. A bell sounds on each beat. If you are looking for something traditional then the Wittner keywound model is worth looking at. It takes just a minute or so to wind this model and you should then have around a half an hour of service before you need to wind again.
If you require something small for easy transportation then the Wittner Taktell Mini Metronome would be a good choice. You should realize however that you will get louder sounds on the standard and Taktell Piccolo versions. Many people enjoy the authentic look of a wood metronome. These come in various finishes including black and mahogany. A little more expensive is the Wittner Qm2 quartz metronome but its well worth considering.
A digital Piano Metronome offers a few extras that the traditional models can not. For instance it is very easy to slow down or speed up the beat in tiny increments. If you are looking for a cheap metronome then a digital model may suffice.
If you want to buy a metronome you should take your time to be sure you are making the right choice. There are lots of different brands on the market at the moment such as the Dr. Beat metronome and the Korg ma30 digital metronome. The Korg model is an extremely popular choice and for under $20. You can get over two hundred hours of battery life with this model. It’s also quite sturdy and will survive at least a few drops (try not to though). It can output triplets, eights, sixteenths etc.
In the electronic metronome market the Dr Beat models receive rave review from users. You can get a great variety of rhythm from these metronomes. Explore odd-time signatures and clav patterns to your hearts content. The LCD screen is easy to read making the Dr Beat model a great choice. Some of the other popular models include Cherub, Matrix and Intelli.