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mateo -> Metronome (May 30 2011 18:55:44)

Hi all,

Firstly, I know there's various metronome sites/apps around so if this is considered stepping on toes then apologies.

Anyway, now that's out of the way - I am thinking about making a metronome specifically for flamenco. Not just for timing with electronic beeps but real palmas and cajon samples for a start. I'm thinking an online version and maybe also one for iPhone and Android. This will be in my spare time and my intention will be for it to be free so not trying to make any money here.

Basically I want it to have everything a flamenco guitarist could want which is where you all come in. So, if you could have any feature you wanted in a virtual metronome what would it be?

Thanks!



Ron.M -> RE: Metronome (May 30 2011 20:37:46)

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So, if you could have any feature you wanted in a virtual metronome what would it be?


You start playing and the metronome locks on to your rhythm.
After a few cycles starts syncopating the rhythm in Jerez, Sevilla, Cordoba or Cadiz styles. (selectable).

If you go out of compás in error, the metronome recognizes the error and resets and tries to get back in sync with you until you're both back together again..

That's a proper 21st century metronome, not just a programmed click/sound generator.

Get workin' on it..

Worldwide sales will probably net you over $5000 over the next 3 years, so be prepared to give up your job and life and party with Bill Gates, Bill Clinton and Bowie and Jagger.[:D]..

cheers,

Ron



Escribano -> RE: Metronome (May 30 2011 20:44:37)

There are a few around as you describe.

http://www.foroflamenco.com/searchpro.asp?topicreply=both&message=both&timeframe=%3E&timefilter=0&top=300&criteria=AND&minRank=10&language=single&phrase=iphone+metronome



Ron.M -> RE: Metronome (May 30 2011 20:52:25)

I think gshaviv's metronome is the best one around, but I honestly don't think it adjusts to your playing?

Cheapest way of going ATM is to hire a palmero/a I would think...


(Or win a big-breasted, young Russian wife, relax and forget about the whole metronome business altogether..[:D])

cheers,

Ron



mateo -> RE: Metronome (May 30 2011 22:27:38)

Thanks for the feedback.

The BeatVibe app sounds really good. I don't have an iPhone unfortunately and I was swayed more by the fact that I certainly hadn't seen a decent option for Android.

Ron.M Thanks, shall i get it to play your guitar for you too? ;) Just joking.

If there's decent options out there then I'm not going to reinvent the wheel as it were, I'll be happy to just use them, just hadn't found exactly what I wanted yet so though why not do it myself.

And as I said, wanted it to be something free and accessible to all!



pacodegarcia -> RE: Metronome (May 31 2011 4:33:15)

http://www.doctorcompas.com/

is about to be released as an iphone app. in next few weeks

.......and android in the pipeline as well



mateo -> RE: Metronome (Jun. 12 2011 20:49:16)

Thanks again for the answers. Will wait and see what comes out.
Just thought I'd try BeatVibe on an iPod just now until I saw it was 8.99
It sounds very good so may be worth every penny but I was looking to do something free for everyone to help them learn or whatever. Just giving something back! :)



Doitsujin -> RE: Metronome (Jun. 13 2011 10:22:52)

All you need --> http://www.pinkandaint.com/weirdmet.shtml

Forget the fancy stuff. Concentrate on playing.



mateo -> RE: Metronome (Jun. 13 2011 19:43:26)

And mac users?

The idea is something free for everyone, and simple enough that it is no hassle to use for practicing with and does let you get on with the job of actually playing without being distracted.



kozz -> RE: Metronome (Jun. 13 2011 20:01:21)

Some random shifting in timing would be nice, feels more humanlike with palmas.



XXX -> RE: Metronome (Jun. 13 2011 22:23:10)

- good sound, authentic palmas
- create own patterns
- program patterns in sequence/cycles
- the length of 1 cycle must be adjustable (12, 6, 4, 3 beats)
- AT LEAST 2 independent layers during playback

especially the last point has is neglected in all metronomes ive seen so far.



HolyEvil -> RE: Metronome (Jun. 15 2011 0:54:26)

i'm actually looking forward for Jason's Doctor Compas for the iphone.
Looks pretty good on youtube.
Would like if it had 12 dots and a dot would glow when it's that beat instead of numbers.



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