Boss DB-30 Dr. Beat Metronome
With 24 beat variations and 9 rhythm patterns, the Boss DB-30 is a great solution to all your time-keeping needs.
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Submitted January 16, 2015 by Allen F in Wakefield, MA
"Easy to use"
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Like the other reviews say, this only takes a few minutes to figure out, I didn't need to read the instructions. I plan on using this to try to learn to play in odd meter, as well as get my basic timing working well. For odd meter, you set the "beat" setting for "3-4" to count in 7/8 (or 7/4) time, with accents on the 1 and 4 beats, that sort of thing. Or you can set it to "4-3" if that suits you. The "rhythm" setting does quarter notes, 8th notes (two tied together - I'm still learning music, not sure what those are called), 8th rest and 8th note, triplets (I think that's what you call that), and others. If I knew the correct terminology, I could tell you what they are - hopefully you're better with music theory than I am! It also has two clave rhythms, no idea what those are yet (but I plan on looking it up after I do this review). The battery is a 3 volt CR2032, like the ones used in most motherboards in computers, and it comes with one installed, so it's ready to use right out of the box. There's also a 1/8" headphone jack, so I can plug it into my bass practice amp (haven't tried that yet). This is my first metronome, so I have nothing to compare it to, but I think it's all I'll ever need. I got this based on the reviews, and that was a good move!
Musical Background:
Bass guitar, jam at home and practing arpeggios, scales, etc, starting to try learning to read
Musical Style:
Rock, very basic Jazz (practice exercises, mainly)
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Submitted January 10, 2014 by Travis Bertram in Monticello, KY
"Great investment"
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This thing is small, compact and has more features than you would think.
Musical Background:
I have been playing drums and percussion, in various musical styles, for 26 years.
Musical Style:
Rock, Blues, Christian and Country.
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Submitted April 15, 2024 by a customer from gmail.com
"Short Battery Life"
The battery doesn't last that long even if the unit is off and not used for some time.
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Submitted March 13, 2009 by a customer from Charter.net
"All the Metronome Most Students Will Ever Need"
I'll use this as long as it lasts.
Sound
The tone is pleasant enough, but easily cuts through a piano sound.
Features
Just right for most music students. If there were many more features, it would be more complicated.
Ease of Use
Five minutes with the instruction sheet, and you'll be able to dial up any rhythm you'll need.
Quality
Seems to be well put together, and is easy on batteries.
Value
It's a good value for any music student.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist
Musical Style:
Pop/Standards
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Submitted February 10, 2009
Boss DB-30 Dr. Beat Customer Review
I'd say this metronome is where it's at for most people. It does more than just click at a given BPM, having accents and subdivisions such as eighths, sixteenths, triplets, clave patterns, and more. You could go with one of the more elaborate DB models if you are looking for actual beats instead of just a click (I'm not familiar with these models). But for most people, I would venture that you will be satisfied with the features on the DB-30.
Sound
Pleasant to listen to for long periods of time.
Features
You can adjust where the accents go, as well as the subdivision of each beat. It has tap tempo and even a tuner which will play all 12 pitches; you can adjust the reference tone (440 is the default, of course). There's a volume control which comes in handy, as well as a headphone jack.
Ease of Use
Spend 5 minutes with it, and you'll figure it out. Pretty straightforward. More features than a typical metronome, maybe, but not hard to figure out how to do everything you want.
The Wow Factor
I like the digital metronome arm and overall aesthetics, as well as the compact size.
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