# Talanome Lite - Metronome — Precision Carnatic Metronome

> Precision metronome app for learning and practicing Carnatic music rhythms. (iPhone/iPad app by Upbeat Labs.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talanome-lite-metronome/id423179088 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Upbeat Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/418862565)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 33 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 46 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-03-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talanome-lite-metronome/id423179088/reviews.md

## What is Talanome Lite?

Experience some of the awesome features of the Talanome App with this "lite" (but still feature-full) version that brings you the ability to play the most common Carnatic Talam, Adi Talam, without any ads, restrictions or restraints in this FREE version! Upgrade to the full version to unlock the myriad other options and features!

We created Talanome (and Talanome Lite) in 2011 as the first-of-its-kind Metronome catering specifically to Carnatic Talas. Built with a precision sound engine, it understood and utilized Carnatic tala structures and terminology.

How do you take a mature 13-year-old app and make it even better? We started with the basics - take all the knowledge and lessons learned, but start with a clean slate. Talanome Lite Version 10 has been rewritten from the ground up (like its parent app Talanome), with a brand-new, easy-to-use and intuitive interface, reimagined Tala Visualizer, and completely revamped Audio Engine all while staying true to its Carnatic roots!

Talanome Lite lets you develop your kālapramānam and learn the invaluable art of following another's tempo which will help when performing (or training to perform) with other musicians/dancers.

Here are some highlights of Talanome Lite:

Beats:
◆ Precision Sound Engine with fine-grained tempo control
◆ Tap out the rhythm with "Tap Tempo"
◆ Count-In beats help get the Talam started or for Eduppu (Graham)
◆ Nadai (Gathi) & Kalai support

Visuals:
◆ New display shows pertinent information at a quick glance
◆ New and improved Tala Visualizer with innovative layout and animations
◆ Full Screen Mode lets you focus on the Tala being played
◆ Choose between Dark and Light modes

◆ Control bass, tonal & total volume levels and pan directly from the main page

Help:
◆ Detailed User Manual on Talanome’s abilities and functions
◆ Quick Help Slides provide useful tips to get the most out of Talanome
◆ Get detailed information about the Tala, including a Tala Demo Video
◆ Learn more about Carnatic Talas in the reference section

◆ Eminently transportable - no bulky boxes to carry around
◆ Supported on the iPad as a native app

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Here are some of the additional features you get by getting the full-featured Talanome App:
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Talanome comes preloaded with:
• all 35 Suladi Talas
• 6 Chapu Talas
• 28 Chanda Talas
• 108 Ashtottara Sata Talas
• Dr. M. Balamuralikrishna's Mukhi Talas
• Pete Lockett's Fusion Talas
• 7 Hindustani Taals
• B.C Manjunath's Fibonacci Tala

Talanome auto-updates when new Talas and content are added. With its all-new Tala Creation Engine, you can also create many more Talas!

Rich sound options:
◆ Natural sounds derived from a real Manjira and Nattuvangam (tunable)
◆ Hand clapping or wood block sounds for a Shruti neutral option
◆ Select Nadai pattern to play (e.g. matching Chapu Talam beat accents)

Pitch and Volume:
◆ Select and fine-tune the Pitch (Shruti) of the tunable sounds
◆ Control bass, tonal & total volume levels and pan directly from the main page

◆ Background play and audio mixing allows you to use Talanome with other apps

◆ Multi-functional educational tool

## Key features

- Precision Sound Engine
- Tap Tempo
- Count-In Beats
- Nadai (Gathi) & Kalai Support
- Tala Visualizer
- Dark and Light Modes
- Volume and Pan Control

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talanome-lite-metronome/id423179088/reviews.md

### 5/5 — A rare metronome with cymbals

*2025-04-17*

One of the best Indian metronome

### 5/5 — Practice Mode

*2025-01-28*

It would be great if you add the option to increase the tempo automatically as a practice mode for percussion instruments.

### 5/5 — I love it!

*2020-07-09*

It’s such a great app and I use it daily for music. Thank you for making this wonderful app!

### 3/5 — Good but

*2020-05-01*

Bell ring irritates a lot

There should be an option to off that bell sound

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review! 🙏 The full version, Talanome, has multiple sound options that are configurable and some of them are even tunable to different shrutis, and also include shruti neutral wood block or hand clap sounds.

### 5/5 — Must to have

*2020-03-16*

Excellent work, meticulous, please include three out of seven thala’s in lite version and reduce the cost of full version, this will surely help all the Carnatic learners. The interface to differentiate the Thala can be separated with a different colour.

### 5/5 — Great

*2016-06-19*

Hi, I am learning the veenai, and this app helps me keep the thala correct . One req , pl include more thalas here, or reduce the cost of the full version , it is way too exp ! >.< thanks !!

## Frequently asked questions about Talanome Lite

### What is Talanome Lite?

Talanome Lite is a free metronome app designed specifically for Carnatic music rhythms. It offers precision tempo control, visualizers, and support for various Carnatic tala structures to aid in practice and learning.

### Does Talanome Lite have ads?

No, Talanome Lite is completely free of advertisements. This version provides an ad-free experience, allowing users to focus on their practice without interruptions.

### What Carnatic Talas does Talanome Lite support?

Talanome Lite primarily focuses on the common Adi Talam. The full version of Talanome unlocks a much wider range of Talas, including Suladi Talas, Chapu Talas, Chanda Talas, and more.

### Can Talanome Lite help me improve my timing?

Yes, Talanome Lite is designed to help you develop your kālapramānam (tempo) and learn to follow different tempos. Its precision sound engine and visual aids are ideal for practicing rhythmic accuracy.

### What devices is Talanome Lite available on?

Talanome Lite is supported on both iPhone and iPad, offering a native app experience on Apple devices. It is designed for portability, eliminating the need for bulky physical metronomes.

### How often is Talanome Lite updated?

Talanome Lite was last updated on January 8, 2025, to version 10.2.1. The app is continuously improved, and the full version of Talanome auto-updates when new Talas and content are added.

### What are the key visual features of Talanome Lite?

Talanome Lite features a new, intuitive interface with an improved Tala Visualizer that includes innovative layouts and animations. It also offers a full-screen mode for focused practice and options for dark and light display modes.

### Is Talanome Lite suitable for beginners?

Yes, Talanome Lite is suitable for beginners as it offers a user-friendly interface and helpful features like count-in beats and a detailed user manual. It provides a solid foundation for learning Carnatic rhythms.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.2.1 — 2025-01-08

• Improved notification handling
• Improved beat start time
• Misc fixes and updates

Version 10 also has the following features: 
• Completely rewritten from the ground up
• All new updated and enhanced Sound Engine
• Completely revamped all new Tala Visualizer is even more powerful than before
• All new updated, enhanced and intuitive user interface
• iOS 17 support
• iPad multi-tasking support
• Select between Dark/Light modes

Talanome 10 also has:
• Extensive library of 100s of talas
• Easily search for Talas
• Tala Groups now contain information about the genre/classification
•  Extensive user manual, quick help slides, tutorials and more
• Create your own complex beat patterns easily with a new powerful beat creation engine
• New! Chanda Talas

### 10.1.0 — 2024-04-07

• Improved notification handling
• Improved beat start time
• Misc fixes and updates

Version 10 also has the following features: 
• Completely rewritten from the ground up
• All new updated and enhanced Sound Engine
• Completely revamped all new Tala Visualizer is even more powerful than before
• All new updated, enhanced and intuitive user interface
• iOS 17 support
• iPad multi-tasking support
• Select between Dark/Light modes

Talanome 10 also has:
• Extensive library of 100s of talas
• Easily search for Talas
• Tala Groups now contain information about the genre/classification
•  Extensive user manual, quick help slides, tutorials and more
• Create your own complex beat patterns easily with a new powerful beat creation engine
• New! Chanda Talas

### 10.0.1 — 2024-02-17

• Completely rewritten from the ground up
• All new updated and enhanced Sound Engine
• Completely revamped all new Tala Visualizer is even more powerful than before
• All new updated, enhanced and intuitive user interface
• iOS 17 support
• iPad multi-tasking support
• Select between Dark/Light modes

Talanome 10 also has:
• Extensive library of 100s of talas
• Easily search for Talas
• Tala Groups now contain information about the genre/classification
•  Extensive user manual, quick help slides, tutorials and more
• Create your own complex beat patterns easily with a new powerful beat creation engine
• New! Chanda Talas

### 9.2.0 — 2021-07-19

* Tala Visualizer shows Anga groupings
* Select between 4 counting displays - Tala and/or Anga count Cou
* Adi Tala Demo Video available under Tala Info page

### 9.1.1 — 2021-02-18

* Minor fixes and improvements

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