DB-88

Dr. Beat

Discontinued

The flagship BOSS DB-88 Dr. Beat digital metronome incorporates enhanced memory and beat-combination functions to set a new standard in professional electronic metronomes. It's the world's first "talking" metronome.

Flagship BOSS metronome memorizes tempo, beat and rhythm level settings
Offers click sounds plus a human voice count (one, two, three ...)
Time signatures up to 15 beats per measure
Large alpha dial and custom LCD provide easy user interface
Independent, slider-based control of desired note volume (quarter note, eighth note, sixteenth note, thirty-second note, eighth-note triplet)
Tap function allows for finger tapping tempo (BPM)
Reference tone allows for instrument tuning
Convenient screw threads let users mount DB-88 onto drum hardware and stands
Input jack and two headphone jacks

Tempo Range: M.M. 1/4 = 35 to 250
Tempo Accuracy: +/- 0.2 %
Beats: Beat 1: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Beat 2: OFF, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Rhythm Types: 4 types
Click Sounds: 3 types
Reference Pitch: A4 = 438 to 445 Hz (1 Hz step)
Reference Note: C2 to B6 +/- 1 cent
Memories: Metronome Mode: 8, Tune Mode: 8
Connectors: Phones x 2 (Stereo 1/4" Phone, Stereo Mini), Input, AC Adaptor
Current Draw: No Sound: 20 mA, 1 (Click 1), 2 (Click 2), Tune Mode: 55 mA (Max), 3 (Voice): 85 mA (Max)
Power Supply: DC 9 V: Dry Battery, AC Adaptor (PSA Series: Optional)
Accessories: Soft Case, Wire Stand, Dry Battery
Options: AC Adaptor (PSA Series)
Size and Weight ( incl. battery )
Width: 120 mm
4-3/4 inches
Depth: 163 mm
6-7/16 inches
Height: 33 mm
1-5/16 inches
Weight: 350 g
0 lbs. 13 oz.
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

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