Product Description
KORG TM-40 Chromatic Tuner and Metronome
Metronome
Korg TM-40 - The Digital Tuner That Lets You Practice Pitch and Rhythm at the Same Time!
When Korg introduced a digital metronome tuner to the world, the extremely high accuracy and superb
features made it a favorite among musicians from every genre. The new Korg TM-40 is a digital
metronome that combines the accuracy and advanced features of Korg's world-famous music products into
a single, compact and easy-to-use unit.
"The TM-40 is my favorite metronome. So many metronomes today are combined with too many features.
Sometimes simply turning them on can be complicated! The TM-40 is perfect in its layout. On one side
is the metronome, and the other side is Korg's very accurate tuner. This unit is very easy to use and
it makes me want to practice more!" - Lee Ritenour
Revolutionary Features:
A great lesson and practice tool, the TM-40 offers both tuner and metronome functions that can be
used simultaneously or independently. A large LCD-type needle delivers both the accuracy of an LCD
and excellent visibility of a needle indicator. The metronome tuner also has LED indicators that show
pitch deviation or blink to indicate the tempo, making the TM-40 a great visual tool.
Excellent Functionality and a Wide Detection Range
With a detection range of C1 (32.70 Hz) - C8 (4186.01 Hz), the TM-40 provides quick and accurate
coverage of a wide spectrum of notes and pitches for wind, string, keyboard and most other
instruments. Even low-pitched instruments with complex overtone structures are detected with the
precision you expect from KORG. A built-in high-sensitivity microphone allows acoustic instruments
such as a guitar or ukulele to be tuned easily and accurately, and the separately sold CM-100L
contact microphone can be used to send the vibrations directly to the metronome tuner for even
greater precision.
Sound Out!
In addition to the visual tuning guide provided by the meter, you can use the TM-40's built-in
speaker to produce a tuning reference pitch (Sound Out). This is convenient for tuning by ear and is
useful for ear training. By pressing the Sound switch, you can select the reference pitch from A5 to
B4 (commonly used as the tuning standard for wind instruments). Moreover, by holding down the Sound
switch, you can select a mode in which you step through chromatic pitches from C4 to C5 (one
octave).
Adjustable Calibration
The TM-40's Calibration setting is adjustable in a range of 410~480 Hz to accommodate a variety of
tuning standards. The calibration can be adjusted in 1 Hz steps, letting you accurately tune to any
song or key. Memory backup is also provided so that the Calibration and Sound Out ("12 NOTES" or
"ABb") settings are remembered even when the power is turned off.
Pure Major Third and Minor Third Interval Markings
When intervals of a third are played out of tune in the context of a brass band, orchestra, or other
ensemble, it is particularly noticeable. However, those intervals can be made to blend more
pleasantly by slightly adjusting them (relative to the equal-tempered pitch) to a pure major or minor
third. The TM-40's meter scale provides markings to indicate pitches of a pure major and pure minor
third relative to a selected pitch. By tuning your instrument so that the meter's indicator needle
points to these markings, you can ensure beautiful harmonies when playing in an ensemble. This
capability is very useful for not only wind instruments, but also for vocal or a cappella
practice.
Metronome Section
The metronome section of this portable metronome offers convenient functions for practicing a variety
of music.
•Beat mode - choose from preset patterns. Beat mode lets you choose a preset tempo and time
signature, while Tap mode lets you specify your own tempo. The compact TM-40 contains a large speaker
that produces a clear and distinct metronome sound.
•Thirteen rhythm variations for practicing a wide range of styles. The TM-40 contains thirteen types
of rhythms that cover 0-7 beats per measure as well as doublets, triplets, triplets with center beats
omitted, quadruplets, and quadruplets with center beats omitted.* Tempo is easily adjustable in a
range of 40 - 208 beats per minute (bpm). Sophisticated rhythms, such as triplets/quadruplets with
center beats omitted, give you the flexibility to cover a wide range of styles from classical to rock
and jazz. Since the volume is adjustable, the TM-40 can meet the needs of any situation from private
practice in a small room to sessions in a large studio.
Tempo Adjustment Options
When you adjust the tempo setting on this metronome tuner, you can choose the tempo value either in
"full-step" mode (steps of a single unit) or "pendulum-step" mode (steps of several units as on a
mechanical metronome). Choose the mode that you prefer.
Set the Tempo with the Tap Function
The TM-40's Tap Tempo function lets you detect and set the desired tempo simply by pressing the
metronome tuner START/STOP button at the desired timing in a range of 40 - 208 bpm. This makes it
easy when practicing to a song where you don't know the tempo, such as a recording on a CD.
Memory Backup
With the Memory Backup feature, the Korg TM-40 remembers your Tempo, Beat, Calibration, and Reference
Pitch settings even when powered-off.
Auto Power Off
When the metronome tuner is not in use for twenty minutes , the TM-40 will automatically turn off to
extend battery life.
Korg metronome tuners purchased from a Korg USA authorized dealer now have a three year warranty.
