KORG MA-2 BKRD – Compact Electronic Metronome (Black and Red)

KORG MA-2 BKRD – Compact Electronic Metronome (Black and Red)

The KORG MA-2 BKRD is a revamped version of the classic MA-1, optimized for rhythm training with a 30% larger display , increased volume and clarity , and added features like Timer Mode and Sound Out . It seamlessly covers both studio and performance needs: a 30–252 BPM tempo range with three tap modes ( Pendulum Step , Full Step , and Tap Tempo ), 0–9 beat time signatures , and eight rhythm patterns including quarter notes, eighth notes, triplets (and variations with omissions), and sixteenth notes (and variations). Sound Out generates C4–B4 reference tones with A4 410–480 Hz calibration , maintaining ±0.02% tempo accuracy and <1 cent pitch accuracy. The pocket-sized design includes a 3.5 mm mini-jack headphone output , a 15 mm piezo speaker , a flip-up stand , and a sliding battery cover . With up to 400 hours of battery life on alkaline batteries, a 20-minute auto-off (when the metronome is stopped), and a preset memory , it's a reliable and durable tool. Black and red finish.

Main features

• Tempo range : 30–252 BPM with Pendulum Step , Full Step and Tap Tempo modes.
• Time signature and rhythms : beats 0–9 and 8 patterns (quarter notes, eighth notes, triplets (straight and with omissions) and sixteenth notes (quadruple and with omissions).
• Timer Mode : Adjustable timer from 1 to 120 minutes in 1-minute increments; when finished, an alarm sounds and the metronome stops.
• Sound Out : reference tone C4–B4 ; calibration A4 410–480 Hz (1 Hz steps).
• Improved display : 30% larger screen with digital “needle” and time signature indicator.
• Connectivity and sound : 3.5 mm headphone output and Ø 15 mm piezo speaker.
• Accuracy : tempo ±0.02%; pitch <1 cent.
• Power and battery life : 2 x AAA batteries; approx. 400 h (alkaline) / 100 h (zinc-carbon) at 120 BPM, 4 beats, max. volume.
• Practical design : foldable stand, battery cover attached to the body, auto-off (20 min standby) and settings memory .
• Format : 100 × 60 × 16 mm; weight 68 g (with batteries).
• Color : Black-Red (BKRD) .

Product benefits

• Instant read : Enlarged display and digital needle make it easy to follow your pulse and time signatures.
• Versatile training : beats 0–9 and eight rhythmic figures to work from basic subdivisions to compound time signatures.
• Efficient routines : Schedule sessions with Timer Mode and practice relative tuning with Sound Out and Fine Tuning.
• Mobility and reliability : pocket-sized, with long battery life and settings memory; ideal for classroom, studio, and stage.
• Silent Practice : 3.5mm headphone output.

Use cases

• Students : Timer to plan study blocks and progress with clear metrics.
• Bands and orchestras : defined volume and headphone output for sectional rehearsals.
• Direct : Tap Tempo to quickly adjust the click to reference tempos.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does the metronome remember my settings? Yes; it maintains tempo/beat/rhythm and Sound Out calibration/pitch until the batteries are replaced.
• What happens when the timer expires? An alarm sounds and the metronome stops automatically.
• Does it turn off automatically? Yes; the Auto Power-Off function activates after 20 minutes when the metronome is stopped.

Description for projects

Compact digital metronome; tempo 30–252 BPM; Pendulum/Full/Tap timing modes; beats 0–9 and 8 rhythm patterns; tempo accuracy ±0.02 %; Sound Out C4–B4 with A4 calibration 410–480 Hz (<1 cent); headphone output 3.5 mm; piezo speaker Ø 15 mm; auto-off 20 min (standby); settings memory; power supply 2 × AAA; battery life approx. 400 h (alkaline); dimensions 100 × 60 × 16 mm; weight 68 g; color Black-Red (MA-2 BKRD).