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I have problem with rhythm, I can’t feel it. When I turn off the metronome I’ll have to guess what is the beat next. And I found Soundbrenner pulse using vibration over the annoying sound.
Is there anyone use it for a while. Can you tell me it is good for long term usage?

I do use Soundbrenner from time to time, as good as anything else. I prefer a dedicated very simple Korg metronome, though, no need for smartphone.

Not sure what you mean with "long term usage". A metronome is a very very simple device, it's not going to help you or detract from you in "feeling the pulse"; that is an inner feeling.

Your problem does not seem to lie with the metronome. can you expand on that ? Can you tap your foot when listening to music ?

I noticed in the reviews that many people complain about the Soundbrenner product's durability, so I'm not sure if it's a good product or not.
Without playing the piano, I can tap my foot and count the number of beats in a rhythm. However, when I try to count or tap while playing it, I get a headache.

I found that using a metronome just didn’t work for me. Then someone on the forum mentioned Speakbeat. For whatever reason, it made all the difference for me. Somehow hearing a voice counting connected with my brain and my rhythm improved dramatically. It may sound as though I’m shilling for the product, but I’m really just a satisfied customer 😊

Here are some tricks you can try that do not need an expensive metronome.

Got a friend or family member who can keep a beat? Have them tap you on the shoulder as you play. This might get boring for them!
Got a teacher? Have her play along with you. If you only have one piano, she can play 2 octaves higher or lower, or just play the melody of bass.
Got a laptop? Find a video of your piece and play along with it. Youtube has a way to slow down the speed while keeping the pitch, so you can slow it down as much as needed.

Sam

I have the Soundbrenner but I mainly use my iPhone. Pro Metronome is pretty cheap.

I am afraid that being able to count while playing is one of those skills that you'll need to be able to do when learning to play the piano...

Exactly. There are no ways around it. You just have to practice this skill until you get it. Without that you will not be able to progress. Good luck!

Soundbrenner's idea is to feel the rhythm through the body, bypassing the ears, which helps some of the dyslects. Slapping the rhythm on the shoulder is the same idea, only much cheaper if you don't have to pay the clapper hourly. Instead of paying $ 240 for the Soundbrenner, you can purchase the Seiko BU 10 for $ 50. Together with regular el. metronome It does the same, but without throwing digital dust in the eyes.

Alternatively, you might like a traditional wind-up metronome with a physical pendulum that moves. Quartz metronomes should be more precise, but the windups sound nicer and the pendulum is pleasant to see.

Wittner is a popular brand and the super-mini or Piccolo models are about $40. Traditional sized pyramids start at $60 and up. The better ones might be more accurate, nicer sounds, nice wood case...

I have a Soundbrenner that I bought to help me keep tempo. I can count just fine, but I found that my tempo tends to speed up and slow down throughout the course of a song. I also wanted the Soundbrenner because I didn't want my recordings to capture the sound of the metronome. The Soundbrenner does make some noise, but it's just a low vibration sound with each beat.

I personally have a much harder time following the Soundbrenner than a regular metronome. For some reason the vibration doesn't trigger the feeling of a beat nearly as well as a metronome for me. Therefore, I'd say no, they don't work as well as a regular metronome. But there are obviously people for whom it works fine, so if you want a very slightly used Soundbrenner at a good price, PM me.

Man, Speakbeat is a miracle.I can instantly count the rhythm while playing.
Awesome, man.

Many Thanks, man
First thing comes from my mind is S..t but the Speakbeat appliction work great. I can count it already.

Yes, I can play along with the music just fine. My teacher is teaching me with ZOOM, and I really want to play together with her. We can't keep syncing our rhythm because the video latency is too looooong.

I use the core…after trying digital apps, mechanical metronome- none worked for me. I am happy with the core..it works for me to get me started on a new piece. Pricey, but worth it as I would have a hard time listening to clicks.

I've just a seccond hand Pulse from Emery Wang.
It works for me. There is a little bit of noise but it's okay. I don't have to think or be active hearing the beat anymore.

I hope the durability of the product is fine.