I study guitar as a hobby. When I practice, I often play a little ahead of the metronome click. I can see it when I record myself with GarageBand.

I have been trying to adjust, but can’t seem to progress.

Is there a metronome app that would give me a strong visual clue when I am not exactly on the beat?

  • Edit for clarification: I am looking for an app that will call me out in real-time, either visually or audibly, whenever I play offbeat.

Why am I bothering with this?

I have heard musicians talking about making the metronome sound disappear by playing at the exact right time. I also noticed some people frowning when I play a split second before the click. Is it worth improving that aspect? Is there a better way to do it?

  • paysrenttobirds@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    2·
    8 months ago

    I see a lot of “rhythm trainer” apps, but as far as I can tell they all require tapping the screen, they don’t listen as you play. But, maybe the tapping exercise will be helpful. Possibly the Perfect Ear one does it? Can’t tell from the description.

    • Nemo Wuming@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
      2·
      8 months ago

      I installed Perfect Ear and it does require me to tap on the screen. It did confirm that I am rushing the beat. I will keep using it for a while. Thanks for pointing it out