Seiko DM50S Clip Digital Metronome (Silver)

by Seiko

Product Features

• It has clear and loud sound from diminutive body
• The flashing light indicates tempo
• It has adjustable volume (4 Steps)

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2 x 4.7 x 2.2 inches ; 2.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00074B62A
• Item model number: DM50S
• Batteries 1 CR2 batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (81 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #809 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #9 in Musical Instruments > Instrument Accessories > General Accessories > Metronomes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 14, 2007

Product Description

This metronome is great for runners, golfers, exercising, dog training, horse back riding, bike riding, therapy or any task that is on the move that needs a set pulsing tempo.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 33 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I love the metronome December 13, 2006

By A Reader

Amazon Verified Purchase

The metronome is extremely easy to use and have enough functionalities for the need of a new piano learner like me. The volume is adjustable, and can be turned off and show LED blinks only. I particularly like the compact design, which also function perfectly as clip for my piano books.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Compact Metronome January 26, 2007

By R. Koziar

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I purchased this item to help set a cadence in my golf swing, on the recommendation of a friend who had tried the method. This metronome is easy to use, very portable (even has a clip so you can clip it to your belt), and loud enough for you to hear but not so loud as to be a nuisance to others who might be close by. Additionally, it is durable and is a relatively inexpensive item that has been reliable. Using this has helped my golf swing tempo, also.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great tool for quiet basics September 17, 2007

By Robert Koga

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I am fairly satisfied with this purchase. While it's extremely compact, fairly inexpensive, and has a decent variety of functions, it's practical use is only when using a drumpad or other simgle milder tones (as oppose to a drum set or instrumental ensemble). The sound easily gets drowned out and does not carry well (I would liken the sound tothe beep of my digital running watch's alarm).

Overall I would say it is a great tool to begin rhythm basics during practice, but a louder metronome should be considered to accompany actual instruments when composing or preparing for a performance.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for running, with a small change May 31, 2011

By Kevin G

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This Seiko Metronome is actually both light, easy to use, and does exactly what is labelled. However, there is one issue that a lot of people have noticed. I use this to run with (evolution running) and 180 bpm is what is called for. This does that but can be very LOUD. In fact the quietest setting is still very loud. Solution? 1) open up the clip and locate the speaker output. 2) put a 1cm piece of tape on the speaker opening. Voila! Now you have 4 new quieter settings. The only thing I would ask for is a headphone jack, but thats just asking a lot.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Battery change is a hassle January 18, 2011

By Kennor

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The 3 tiny screws that you have to take off in order to change the battery are hard to reach. I managed to take one off but the second one was scrapped perhaps because the screwdriver did not go in exactly the perpendicular position. The third screw is even harder to reach because the clip is in the way. I will go somewhere to find a better tool, otherwise the device will be useless :-(

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Running Cadence - Try it! You'll like it! March 27, 2009

By Robert A. Doyle

I started using my Seiko Seiko DM50 Compact Metronome - Bluerunning metronome about 3 years ago when I started training using Chi running training techniques. I haven't looked back in regret since that day. The dM50 is lightweight and the cadence and volume easily adjustable even while running in the dark. Not that it is lighted, the settings are just easily set and differentiated by feel once learned. I often change my settings while on the run with little difficulty.

It is also fairly sturdy. While the clip spring is strong, I have dropped mine on the concrete highway several times during runs with no damage. It is not indestructable, however. I have owned three DM50s now. I did crush one once while it was in my pocket and I was carrying a bag of concrete against it.

They do have a very surprizing long battery life. I don't know what that actually is but, after using mine nearly everyday for at least a half an hour each run, mine continued to work as new for over two years.

While the volume is adustable, the lowest setting is not as low as I would like it when I run with others. I actually taped over the speaker holes on mine and I thought it was still a little loud when running at night with only one other runner. When in a group of runners, the lowest setting is not too bad. Most people think the noise is somehow my heart rate.
I also use my metronome when training on my bicycle. I have a cadence monitor on my bike but the volume of the DM50 makes it easy to use while wearing a bike helmet without having to look at the device.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Works great, small, light, various options April 4, 2008

By Xterra rocks!

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Pros--This is a great metronome. Selectable sounds and loudness, very easy to use. Very light and it clips nicely.
Cons--I can't believe such a simple device is so expensive. It can't possibly cost more than 1 dollar to manufacture. Based on pictures, and price, I would imagine it would have a metal casing, but it is painted plastic

Overall--compared to many out there this is just great! In funtionality I would have given it 5 stars, but I am just giving it 4 due to cost and the how cheaply made it is (I thought about giving it 3, however it does what I want it do do perfectly).

By the way I use this one to run (helps me keep a fast cadence) so its small form factor and clip are priceless.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great metronome for running July 14, 2011

By M. Werner

Amazon Verified Purchase

I purchased this metronome to use for running. It is fantastic for that purpose. The click is very loud so it is easy to hear and you can adjust the BPM incrementally-- in other words, you can adjust it one beat at a time. It is easy to use and small enough that it could be taken with when you run outside. I happen to also be musician. I'm not sure that this would be the best metronome to use because of the size. Sometimes you need to be able have a visual cue to help with music. This metronome is too small to offer a usable visual cue. Nevertheless, it is absolutely fantastic for running and would make a good metronome for most music applications.