Korg MA-20 Digital Metronome

July 10, 1998 -- Korg announces the introduction of the MA-20 Digital Metronome, a compact, portable metronome with versatile functionality for precise rhythm training. Ergonomically designed in a "slim" case, the MA-20 features complete functionality for accurate tempo production and display.

The tempo and time signatures of the MA-20 can be set and adjusted easily, making it suitable for a wide variety of music, from classical to rock to jazz. The tempo range can be adjusted from 40-208 beats per minute and temp and time signatures can be set freely. Thirteen types of time signatures are built-in to the MA-20: 0-7 beats, double and triple meter, triplets without the middle note, quadruplets and quadruplets without the middle notes. Selection of the desired time signature is extremely easy. In addition, in cases where the numerical tempo is not known, a unique Tap function allows the user to tap in real time with the rhythm of the song they are listening to, and the Tap function will set and indicate the tempo accordingly.

The MA-20 Digital Metronome features a Sound Out mode in which the twelve notes from C4-B4 can be sounded allowing the user to tune to the desired note. The Calibration function allows the adjustment of pitch of these notes in 1 Hz steps in either the modern 440 Hz pitch range (438-445 Hz) or the historical 415 Hz pitch range (413-420 Hz). This allows the user to set the pitch accordingly with the appropriate musical genre. The MA-20 also has an easy-to-read large LCD pendulum for excellent visibility which indicates the time signature according to a specified tempo, accurately marking out the rhythm.

The MA-20 Digital Metronome measures a compact 3.9" (W) x 2.44" (H) x 0.65" (D), features an earphone jack and uses two AAA batteries.

The Korg MA-20 Digital Metronome has a suggested retail price of $32.00.

For more information, visit their web site at www.korg.com.