Alesis E-Drum Total User Manual page 8

Using the Metronome (Click)
You can use the built-in metronome ("click") to help you keep time while practicing with the built-in
Drum Coach or with patterns. You can change the metronome's tempo (speed), volume, sound, and
time signature.
Turning the Metronome On or Off
To turn the metronome on or off, press the Click button.
Adjusting the Metronome Tempo
To adjust the metronome's tempo (speed):
1. Press the Tempo button.
2. The Display will show the current tempo (30 – 280) in BPM ("beats per
minute"). Use the – / + buttons to set the new tempo.
3. Wait 4 seconds. The drum module will automatically save the new setting.
Adjusting the Metronome Volume
To adjust the metronome's volume:
1. Double-press the Click button.
2. The Display will show the volume level (L00 – L32). Use the – / + buttons to
set the metronome's volume level (the default volume level is L25).
3. Wait 4 seconds. The drum module will automatically save the new setting.
Changing the Metronome Sound
To change the metronome's "click" sound:
1. Press the Click button and 1 button simultaneously.
2. The Display will show CL ("click") and the number of the sound (CL1 –
CL5). Use the – / + buttons to set the metronome sound:
• CL1: Chime and click (default)
• CL2: Clave
• CL3: Side-stick
• CL4: Cowbell
• CL5: Vocal
3. Wait 4 seconds. The drum module will automatically save the new setting.
Changing the Metronome Time Signature
To change the metronome's time signature:
1. Press the Click button and 2 button simultaneously.
2. The Display will show the current time signature. Use the – / + buttons to
select a time signature: 1/2, 2/2, 3/4, 4/4, or 6/8.
3. Wait 4 seconds. The drum module will automatically save the new setting.
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TEMPO
CLICK
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CLICK
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