# Pulse - Metronome — Metronome w/ timing exercises

> A metronome app with unique timing exercises for musicians. (iPhone/iPad app by thoor software AB.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-metronome/id1207247199 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [thoor software AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/698240746)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-05-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-metronome/id1207247199/reviews.md

## What is Pulse?

Pulse is a brand new metronome built from the ground up. It does what you would expect from a metronome but it also comes with unique exercises that are designed to challenge and improve your sense of timing.

* Selected features *

- Tap to mute/change accents for beats
- Tap to set tempo
- Built in unique exercises (modifiers)
- Arrange songs in setlists for practice and gigs
- Select tempo from a list of Italian names (Larghissimo-Prestissimo)
- Select tempo from a list of Classical metronome markings 

* Exercises *

There are seven built-in exercises in Pulse designed to help you develop your timing:

* Mute beats
The metronome randomly mutes beats, giving you less to lean on, forcing you to develop and trust your own internal timing.

* Mute bars
The metronome randomly mutes for a set maximum number of bars, forcing you to keep time yourself. The metronome is still running, but silently. When it unmutes again, you can check if you are in time or not.

* Shift beats
This exercise mutes all but one of the beats in the bar. The sounding beat shifts. For example, using a time signature of 4/4:

1 - - -
- 2 - -
- - 3 -
- - - 4
- - - -

* Random Start Tempo
Playing a piece at slightly different tempos forces you to pay more attention to the timing. This exercise keeps you on your toes by altering the tempo each time the metronome starts.

* Accelerator
This exercise lets you practice a difficult piece/passage at a comfortable tempo and then increase the tempo gradually.
Set the tempo to a low setting where it is possible to play the piece correctly. The modifier will keep this tempo for a set number of bars and then increase the tempo with a set number of BPMs.

* Decelerator
This exercise does the opposite of Accelerator. Set the starting tempo and the modifier will keep this tempo for a set number of bars and then gradually decrease the tempo with a set number of BPMs.

* Rollercoaster
The tempo varies and the goal is to follow as it goes up and down, like a rollercoaster. This is an advanced exercise forcing you to listen and pay attention to the tempo. It's very fun as well.

## Key features

- Tap tempo setting
- Mute/accent beat control
- Unique timing exercises
- Setlists for practice
- Italian tempo names
- Classical metronome markings

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-metronome/id1207247199/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect!

*2024-07-25*

Clean, straightforward and equipped with everything you would expect from a metronome. Thank you very much for this excellent work!

### 5/5 — Beginner

*2019-11-05*

I’m a beginner and I use this app for timing practice in addition to piano lessons. This is very helpful, and I can see how this app will continue to be of use as I progress.

### 5/5 — By FAR the best metronome in the App Store

*2019-03-02*

Other metronome apps I found were largely gimmicks. One even makes you log in to “track your practice” (i.e. share loads of unrelated personal data). This metronome is NOT a gimmick. I find it an indispensable practising tool, with intelligently placed buttons and helpful options. It far outdoes the electronic metronomes you’d find in music shops. It also offers traditional graduations (72, 76, 80, 84, etc), sounds and labels. I heartily recommend it to anyone.

### 5/5 — Solid and robust metronome

*2017-06-07*

Timekeeper done well.

### 5/5 — Great little app. Does what it says on the box.

*2017-05-14*

Nice little metronome app. Has some unique features and easy to access rhythms. Intuitive and simple for beginners, yet with enough complexity for those who want to try different time signatures.

## Frequently asked questions about Pulse

### What is Pulse?

Pulse is a metronome app designed for musicians. It offers standard metronome functions along with unique exercises to improve timing and practice routines.

### What kind of exercises does Pulse offer?

Pulse includes seven built-in exercises such as 'Mute beats', 'Mute bars', 'Shift beats', 'Random Start Tempo', 'Accelerator', 'Decelerator', and 'Rollercoaster' to challenge your sense of timing.

### Can I organize songs for practice with Pulse?

Yes, Pulse allows you to arrange songs in setlists, which is useful for organizing practice sessions and preparing for gigs.

### Does Pulse support different tempo markings?

Pulse allows you to select tempos from a list of Italian names (e.g., Larghissimo-Prestissimo) and classical metronome markings.

### What devices is Pulse available on?

Pulse is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod, supporting a wide range of Apple mobile devices.

### How often is Pulse updated?

The latest version of Pulse is 1.0.8, and it was last updated on October 14, 2023, indicating regular maintenance and updates.

### What is the price of Pulse?

Pulse is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $0.99.

### Is Pulse suitable for all ages?

Pulse has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a broad audience, including younger musicians.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.9 — 2026-08-04

Bugfixes and improvements

### 1.0.8 — 2023-10-14

- Fixed an issue with beat indicators not showing on iOS 17

### 1.0.7 — 2021-04-12

- Fixed an issue where the first beat might not play

### 1.0.6 — 2020-10-11

- A little less latency when clicking play-button
- Minor graphics improvements

### 1.0.5 — 2019-02-22

- Added mechanical metronome sounds
- Optional classical metronome markings 
- New rhythms with subdivisions

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