KORG KDM-3-WH - Digital Metronome with Classic Design, 8 Sounds and 19 Patterns (White)

KORG KDM-3-WH - Digital Metronome with Classic Design, 8 Sounds and 19 Patterns (White)

The KORG KDM-3-WH is the evolution of the KDM series, featuring a design reminiscent of a traditional mechanical metronome with the precision and functionality of a modern digital model. It features eight metronome sounds (including mechanical sound, electronic pulse , cowbell , claves , clap , sticks , rimshot , and English voice ) and 19 rhythm patterns covering 0–9 beats, duplets, triplets, beat skips, and son clave and rumba clave (2-3/3-2) patterns. It offers three tempo setting modes — pendulum , whole step , and tap tempo —with a range of 30–252 bpm and an accuracy of ±0.2% . Its Sound Out mode generates a reference tone from C4 to B4 with calibration of A4 = 410–480 Hz in 1 Hz steps and ±1 cent accuracy , useful for quick tuning.

For daily practice, it features a Timer Mode (1–120 minutes), a backup memory that retains settings, and an automatic shut-off after 20 minutes of non-use. The 36 mm dynamic speaker and headphone output (3.5 mm stereo mini jack) make it easy to use in the classroom, on stage, or in the studio. It runs on four AAA batteries (not included) and has a battery life of approximately 120 hours at maximum volume, making it a robust and durable tool for students and professionals.

Main features

• Design inspired by mechanical metronomes with digital features.
• 8 selectable sounds : mechanical, pulse, cowbell, keys, clap, sticks, rimshot and voice (English).
• 19 rhythmic patterns : 0–9 beats, duplets, triplets, triplet without central pulse, quadruples, quadruples without internal pulses, son clave (2-3/3-2) and rumba clave (2-3/3-2).
• Tempo range 30–252 bpm with Pendulum , Full step and Tap modes; accuracy ±0.2% .
• Sound Out : reference C4–B4 , calibration A4 = 410–480 Hz (1 Hz) with ±1 cent accuracy.
• Timer Mode (1–120 min) for controlled study sessions.
• Settings backup memory and auto-off after 20 minutes.
• 36mm dynamic speaker and headphone output (3.5mm stereo).
• Battery life approx. 120 h with 4 AAA batteries (not included).
• White color ( KDM-3-WH version).

Product benefits

• Reading and Listening : Combines traditional clicking, percussion, and voice to reinforce pulse and auditory training.
• Rhythmic versatility : 19 patterns make it easy to study everything from simple time signatures to Latin keys.
• Efficient study : The timer structures sessions and tap tempo adjusts the metronome to any passage instantly.
• Consistency : High tempo accuracy and musical calibration for individual practice or ensemble work.
• Mobility : great autonomy and headphone output to practice in any environment without disturbing others.

Use cases

• Conservatory and school : define 20–40 minute routines with the timer and use voice/percussion to internalize subdivisions.
• Band rehearsal : Clave patterns for Latin music sections and A4 calibration to unify reference tuning.
• Personal Studio : Tap tempo to quickly adapt the click to recordings or backing tracks.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can it output a reference tone for tuning? Yes, on Sound Out (C4–B4) with A4 calibration of 410–480 Hz.
• Are batteries included? No, it works with 4 x AAA batteries (not included).
• Are settings saved when shutting down? Yes, using backup memory .
• Does it have a headphone output? Yes, PHONES 3.5mm stereo minijack.

Description for projects

Digital metronome with 8 voices, 19 patterns; tempo 30–252 bpm; tuning modes: pendulum, whole step, and tap; tempo accuracy ±0.2%; Sound Out mode C4–B4 with calibration A4 = 410–480 Hz (1 Hz) and accuracy ±1 cent; timer 1–120 min; PHONES jack 3.5 mm stereo; dynamic speaker Ø36 mm; backup memory and auto-off (20 min); power supply 4 × AAA; battery life approx. 120 h; dimensions 60 × 73 × 113 mm; weight 167 g; color white.