Desktop Metronome
Desktop Metronome is Windows software for producing and displaying tempos during musical practice.
What Desktop Metronome is
Desktop Metronome is Windows software for producing and displaying tempos during musical practice. It covers 40–320 bpm with stated precision of ±0.05%. Tap tempo lets players set a pace from a rhythm, and quick controls double or halve the tempo. An Auto mode is described as useful for speed training. Rhythm settings include meters from 1/4 through 7/4 and tuplets or subdivisions from 1 to 10. Five click sound sets include a drum set, and an A 440 Hz tone provides a tuning reference. Volume is adjustable, while a visible LCD-like panel shows the selected time signature. Keyboard shortcuts cover rhythm functions, including tap tempo. The maker says it suits classical, rock and jazz styles. A 14-day trial is available, after which functionality is minimized. The single product costs 15.00 EUR once.
Good
- Tempo range from 40 to 320 bpm
- Tap, double and halve tempo controls
- Supports meters through 7/4
- Five click sound sets
- Includes 14-day trial
Watch out
- Windows platform only
- No free plan
- Trial functionality is minimized afterward
- Purchase is a one-time €15.00
Who it suits
Desktop Metronome suits Windows musicians practicing with adjustable tempos, meters, subdivisions and click sounds. It can also serve players who want tap tempo, speed training and an A 440 Hz reference tone.
Verdict
Desktop Metronome provides focused tempo, rhythm and tuning controls for Windows practice. Its trial offers a short evaluation period before the paid single-product purchase.
Plans and prices
From Desktop Metronome's own pricing page, checked 9 Oct 2001.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Desktop Metronome | €15, paid once | Single product; no subscription term stated |
The facts
Each one read from Desktop Metronome's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Display and volume
- It has adjustable volume and a highly visible LCD-like panel that displays the time signature according to the selected tempo.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Intended users
- The maker describes it as suitable for a wide variety of musical styles, including classical, rock, and jazz, and says it is made by musicians for musicians.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Keyboard shortcuts
- Keyboard shortcuts are available for rhythm-related functions, including tap tempo.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Purchase recovery
- The FAQ says buyers who lose a purchased program can email their purchase reference number or purchase email to receive a licensed download link.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Purpose
- Desktop Metronome is compact software for producing and displaying accurate tempos for musical practice.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Rhythm settings
- It supports beat meters from 1/4 through 7/4 and tuplets or subdivisions from 1 to 10.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Sounds and tuning
- It offers five click sound sets, including a drum set, and an A 440 Hz tuning reference tone.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Support
- The support page invites questions and suggestions by email and says the maker will answer as soon as possible.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Tempo
- Its tempo range is 40–320 bpm, with stated precision of ±0.05%.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Tempo controls
- It includes tap tempo, quick double and halve tempo, and an Auto mode described as useful for speed training.checked 9 Oct 2001
Where it runs
- Download platform
- The maker labels the trial download as a Windows version.checked 9 Oct 2001
The company
- Maker focus
- DesktopMetronome.com describes itself as a software firm specializing in audio software and utilities for Windows.checked 9 Oct 2001
Money
- Trial
- The trial runs for 14 days, after which product functionality is minimized.checked 9 Oct 2001
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