Mechanical metronomes are a curious thing to me. I grew up practicing with them, but the fact that you can only wind it so far, and that it only plays for so long before it needs winding, became more of a bug than a feature for me after a while. Also, I can't control the volume, which makes quiet practice time less quiet. I switched to a digital metronome years ago and haven't pulled out my old mechanical one in quite some time.
Well, this one is definitely better than my old one. The fake wood grain finish is a nice touch, making it look better. There's a beat selector and a chime on every fourth beat (if you select 4/4 time), which my old one didn't have. The pendulum weight looks like it's made of some cheap zinc alloy, but it's not like I need a stainless steel pendulum weight.
I'm sure there are nicer, more expensive mechanical metronomes out there, but this one works just fine. As for digital vs mechanical, I'm going to stick with digital for actual practice time, but I'm going to put this in my work area as a decoration, and I'll crank it up and use it when I have other musicians over just to impress them.
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MGB Indy
★★★★★
Analog Metronome
This is an analog metronome for practicing musical instruments to time.
WHATS IN THE BOX: The Metronome, User Manual.
FEATURES: Wind-up (no batteries), tempo range from 40 to 208 BPM, selectable bell ring every 2, 3, 4 or 6 beats, and you can turn off the bell completely by selecting 0. They say it'll run 54 minutes at 40 BPM and 10 minutes at 208 BPM on a full wind-up.
CONSTRUCTION: This is where we lost a star. This is all plastic. I would have loved it if this was real wood, like some of the fancier metronomes I have seen. That being said, you're not paying wood prices here either.
ACCURACY: The one I got was dead on.
OVERALL IMPRESSION: I have been using an electronic metronome to practice guitar, but I have always liked these analog metronomes, there something about that hand going back and forth tick tock tick tock. I do like this metronome, it has all the range and settings I need, and I am going to use it heavily, I just wish it were wood instead of plastic.
VALUE: It's $36 with 20% off at checkout right now, which comes in under $30 in the end. At that price I think it's a good deal, about the cheapest you'll find.
RECOMMENDATION: I recommend it.
Mr E
★★★★★
Well made metronome
This is my first time using an analogue metronome. When I was learning guitar I had a digital one built into a tuner and didn’t use it very often because I didn’t like the ‘beep’ it made. So when I got the opportunity to test an analogue version I was ready. Out of the box the Ueteto is ready to go: remove the front cover, remove the stop from the base, give it a few winds and release the hand. Right from the get go you have the classic tick-tock sound you were expecting. Adjusting the speed is as easy as adjusting the weight to the desired tempo marked on the hand. There is also an option to add chime to mark the end of bars from 2 to 6 long. All of which works really well and I found it to be a useful tool when transcribing music by ear, allowing me to get the tempo of the piece right without the guesswork. The metronome itself is nicely made, and although it’s plastic it looks like a classic piece from across the room. I would have preferred a wood case to make it more tactile and add a bit more heft, but for the price point that might be expecting too much these days. Overall I really like this metronome and think it offers up good value.
Customer
★★★★★
Almost perfect
First thing's first -- I have multiple other metronomes for my studio piano and also for my son's Yamaha Clavinova (including the built-in one that the Clavinova has), but I have always had an affinity towards this standalone type of metronome but never owned one.
This is fairly straightforward to use -- Wind up is on the lower right side and lasts for a practice session. Lower left side offers an optional ding for the top of the measure, and the counterweight moves up and down fairly easily to adjust the tempo. There is a removable plastic lock on the bottom that can keep the metronome from moving in case you need to transport, but otherwise I keep this taken off.
The one little tidbit that is not too much of a dealbreaker but would be annoying if I decide to move this around -- the cover has a cheap plastic latch that is supposed to secure it closed... however, I have not been able to do this ever since opening it up for the first time. If this latch worked better, this metronome would have been perfect.
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Hobby Tech
★★★★★
Easy to use mechanical device for serious music student.
This Ueteto Metronome is great for serious piano practice, and does not require batteries or electrical power to use. It is mechanical with the wind-up key on the side and an easy to read scale to set the tempo. It is loud enough to hear while playing and looks good too. (see pictures)
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DF6101
★★★★★
Classic Mechanical Feel with a Very Handy Downbeat Bell
This classic mechanical metronome is a great "old school" tool for any musician’s practice space. While the housing is a wood-grain plastic rather than solid wood, the build feels sturdy and the overall aesthetic is very traditional and sharp.
Sound and Performance
The most important part of any metronome is the audibility, and this one delivers. The beat sounds are loud, crisp, and solid, ensuring they can be heard even over an amplified guitar or a loud practice session. Adjusting the tempo is smooth and intuitive, making it easy to dial in the exact BPM you need.
Key Features: The Downbeat Bell
The standout feature of this model is the integrated bell for the "1" beat—a function I haven't frequently seen on mechanical units. You can manually set the meter for 2, 3, 4, or 6 beats per measure, and the metronome will ring a distinct bell on the first beat of every bar. It is incredibly helpful for keeping your place in the music, especially during complex exercises. If you prefer a standard click, you can simply set it to "0" to silence the bell entirely.
Conclusion
This is a straightforward, reliable metronome that does exactly what it’s supposed to do. It combines the tactile feel of a wind-up mechanical unit with a very practical accent feature. For anyone who prefers a physical device over a phone app, this is a "no-frills" winner that just works.
Josh Nation
★★★★★
Keep time like a pro!
My father in law is a musician and plays in a couple local bands. He was using a very old metronome he had for years and it accidentally fell and was destroyed. He asked for a new one so I got him this mechanical metronome from Ueteto and he says it is a better one than his original.
This set comes with one mechanical metronome and a set of instructions. This metronome has a large amount of features including superior control, sound, and use. This metronome covers a full tempo range (40-208 BPM) and features selectable bell ring for 2, 3, 4, or 6 beats, and you can turn off the bell ring by selecting 0. It has a very easy to hear clicking sound, even while playing. It is fully mechanical so no batteries to mess with.
This metronome is extremely easy to use. You just remove the black stopper from the metronome body bottom, wind it up, and slide the weight to set your tempo. If you wind it up fully, it lasts almost an hour at 40 beats per minute and around 10 minutes at 208 beats per minute setting.
My father in law raves about this metronome and gives it nothing but praise so you should definitely check this one out. It has the right features and the right price.
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Jamie K.
★★★★★
Old Fashion Mechanical Metronome is a Delight to Use
This old fashioned mechanical metronome is a delight to use. The acoustic click and bell sounds are much easier on the ears than the electric sounds of modern metronomes. The metronome has a wide range of tempo from 40bpm up past 200bpm. It seems to be very precise and steady. It is powered by a wind-up spring and the winder is built into the structure so that there is no risk of losing it. It has a faux wood pattern that looks nice (it is actually made of plastic). When you first get it, there will be a plug on the bottom that holds the pendulum stable during shipping. That plug will need to be removed (pulled out) before you can use the metronome. Then, remove the cover and wind the turn key and push the pendulum to start it. On the side opposite the wind key there is a lever that you can set to different time signatures. It will give you a ding for beat one and the regular clicks for the rest of the beats.
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Krissy
★★★★★
Doesn’t work well
It looks fair and is loud as described but it doesn’t work well. It stops after just a couple of beats although it’s completely wound up.
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James W.
★★★★★
It is really loud.
It is really loud. Ironically on the edge of hearing damage loud. I feel like I can't complain because it says loud in the title. I was just expecting something more manageable. It is not useful with the way I practice music.
