KORG / BEATLAB mini

With rhythm training function. A stopwatch-type small metronome.

■ Metronome/Rhythm Trainer
■ Connection terminals: TRIGGER terminal (φ6.3mm monaural standard jack), PHONES terminal (φ3.5mm stereo mini jack)
■ Speaker: Dynamic speaker (φ23mm, max 0.5W)
■ Power supply: Single 4 form dry cell *2 (3V)
■ Battery life: Approximately 20 hours (when using alkaline batteries, tempo 120, 4 beats, quarter notes, voice 1)
Approximately 10 hours (using manganese batteries, tempo 120, 4 beats, quarter notes, voice 1)
■ External dimensions: 82W x 82D x 27H mm
■ Weight: 97 g (including attached battery)
■ Accessories: Contact microphone, AAA alkaline batteries (2) for operation check
Exercise pad (only for the limited pack "BEATLAB mini + Pad")

■ Metronome mode
Tempo range: 30 to 300 times/minute
Tempo setting method: Pendulum step, Full step, Tap tempo
Time signature: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5 (3+2), 5 (2+3), 6, 7, 7 (4+3), 7 (3+4), 8, 9
Rhythm: quarter note, eighth note, triplet, triplet without punch, triplet after, quad, quad without, quad after
Voice: Mechanical metronome sound, electronic metronome sound, male voice, female voice
Patterns: 23 snares, 1 ride cymbal, 2 son claves, 2 rumba claves, 2 bossa nova claves
Tempo accuracy: ±0.2%
■ Training mode
Modes: Female voice mode, Male voice mode, Sound mode
Grade: 1-6
Trigger sensitivity: 1-30
■ Sound out mode
Reference tone: 12 equal tempered C4?B4 (C, C#, D, D#, E, F, F#, G, G#, A, A#, B)
Calibration range: 438-445Hz (1Hz unit)
Reference sound accuracy: Within ±1 cent
■ Timer and stopwatch
Timer measurement time: 1 to 99 minutes
Stopwatch measurement time: 0.1 seconds to 99 minutes 59.9 seconds

-Equipped with training mode. You can cultivate a sense of rhythm like a game
-Metronome/rhythm trainer for percussionists.

Rhythm practice using a metronome is essential for instrumental players, especially percussionists. However, the rhythm practice so far is very stoic and sober that you hit the exercise pad with the metronome, and you can't objectively know if your rhythm really matches, so keep your motivation of practice. I think there are many players who cannot do it.

≪BEATLAB mini, a training tool that makes rhythm practice more accurate/more fun, will appear. In addition to a variety of metronome functions, including human voice sounds and realistic drum pattern sounds, a training function is provided that allows you to easily measure and evaluate the difference between the hit sound and the metronome. Enjoy rhythm training while having fun just like playing a game, and get a perfect sense of rhythm.

● Metronome function with various patterns.
BEATLAB mini has a wealth of rhythm variations that are essential for percussion practice. The tempo range that can be selected is as wide as 30 to 300 times/minute, and the beat and rhythm can be set individually, supporting rhythm training of various songs. In addition to the usual electronic metronome sounds, it also contains a wealth of PCM tones. A mechanical metronome sound that is familiar to the ear even at high volume, a male voice/female voice sound that has a rhythmic beat, and 30 realistic drum pattern sounds such as snare and claves Meet the needs of drummers/percussionists.

● A training function that allows you to check and improve your sense of rhythm.
BEATLAB mini has a training mode that allows you to objectively check your sense of rhythm. When the contact microphone connected to the TRIGGER terminal of the main unit is attached to the snare or practice pad and hit, BEATLAB mini detects the tapping sound. It measures a slight tempo difference with the metronome sound. The degree of deviation is indicated by a sound during measurement. For example, when selecting a male/female voice, if the tempo is fast, it is "TOO FAST", if it is slow, it is "TOO SLOW", if it is correct, it is "GOOD" "GREAT" "WONDERFUL" " You can check your rhythm in real time while having fun as if you were playing a game. After the measurement, the rhythm keep score and overall tendency are displayed on the display, so you can look back and see your own rhythmic habits.
The evaluation difficulty and the trigger sensitivity can be finely adjusted according to your level and the hit environment. From beginners who just started playing musical instruments to seasoned veterans who want to check the rhythmic feel once again, BEATLAB mini will be your exclusive trainer to support rhythm training.

● Sound out function convenient for drum tuning.
Equipped with a sound out function that can oscillate a reference sound of 1 octave. You can also set the calibration, which is convenient for tuning the drum before practice.

● A timer/stopwatch function that can be used for multiple purposes.
It is equipped with a timer function and a stopwatch function that can be used for various purposes, including rehearsal and time keeping at stage production.

●Built-in loudspeaker/headphone out.
The built-in speaker and headphone out, which are also equipped with a volume control dial, are designed to be loud enough for use by percussionists. Rhythm training while listening to the metronome sound is possible without being buried in the sound of drums and percussion.

● Large LCD display with backlight.
The large LCD that allows you to check the movement and settings of the metronome at a glance has a built-in high-brightness backlight to ensure high visibility. The unique disc body, which is easy to grip with one hand, has a large number of physical buttons for quick access to all functions.

● 2 way clip corresponding to various use situations.
The lightweight and compact BEATLAB mini is equipped with a clip on the back for an excellent hold, so you can attach it directly to your waist belt so that it does not get in the way when playing. If you pull out the clip, it will change to a stand and can be stably installed on the table. It also has a convenient strap hole for use as a stopwatch.

● A contact microphone is included for trigger detection.
A high-sensitivity contact microphone CM-200 is included as standard for trigger detection. The microphone can be attached to practice pads and snares, as well as magazines, tables, etc., as long as the clip is sandwiched and vibration is transmitted. From the moment you get the BEATLAB mini, you can start accurate rhythm training anywhere.

● The bundled set of practice pads is also available.
BEATLAB mini_PAD
The "BEATLAB mini + Pad" pack, which comes with a 6-inch practice pad suitable for combination with the BEATLAB mini, is also available as a lineup. It is the perfect set for all beginners who will begin full-scale rhythm training.