Soundbrenner
SoundBrenner Core 2
$229.00
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Core 2 is the ultimate practice companion for all musicians and makes your music practice (almost) addictive. Access five professional music tools - a practice tracker, vibrating metronome, contact tuner, dB meter, and smartwatch - all in one revolutionary device.
Here are the FAQs from the Soundbrenner Core product page:
1. **How long is the battery life?**
- 4+ days in watch mode, or 3+ hours metronome playback.
2. **Is it waterproof?**
- It's splash resistant (IP65), meaning it can withstand light rain or water splashes but not heavy rain, showers, or water immersion.
3. **Can I sync it to my DAW?**
- Yes, DAW support is currently in beta. More information is available on their website.
4. **Can I turn off the LED lights?**
- Yes, you can customize the colors of the LED lights or turn them off completely.
5. **Why can't I just use my other wearable, e.g., Fitbit or Apple Watch?**
- The Core uses a 7G ERM haptic motor powered by a special haptic driver, providing vibrations 700% more powerful and precise than most devices, which is crucial for a vibrating metronome.
6. **Where can I wear it?**
- It can be worn on the wrist using the silicone or Italian leather strap (Core Steel only), and on the arm, ankle, chest, shoulder, or thigh using the body strap included with both versions.
7. **What wrist sizes is it designed for?**
- Fits wrists with 140mm - 210mm / 5.5 in - 8.3 in circumference.
8. **What instruments can it tune?**
- The microphone tuner app works with any instrument. The contact tuner app, requiring a magnetic tuning accessory, works with guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, and violin.
9. **What's the difference between the Pulse, Core 2, and Core Steel 2?**
- The Pulse is an entry-level product featuring only a vibrating metronome. The Core 2 also includes a practice tracker, chromatic tuner, dB meter, and smartwatch features, with a screen for adjustments. The Core Steel 2 has the same features as Core 2 but with a premium stainless steel casing, an Italian leather strap, and a bonus carrying pouch.
10. **Is my phone compatible with it?**
- For up-to-date compatibility information, refer to their support page.
11. **How many devices can you sync at the same time via multi-player sync?**
- Up to 5 Soundbrenner wearables can be synced to the same mobile device via Bluetooth. For syncing more than 5, multiple mobile devices can be linked using Ableton Link.
12. **How do I charge it?**
- It comes with a USB charging cable that works with any regular USB port.
13. **Is it safe when you have a pacemaker or other medical devices?**
- It contains strong magnets that may interfere with some medical devices. Consult with a physician before using the product.
In the box
Core 2
Silicone strap (gray)
Core watch strap rig
Body strap
Body strap rig
Charging cable
Tech specs
Size
45.5mm / 1.7 in
Weight
34g (Core), 68g (Core Steel)
Case material
Polycarbonate (Core), Stainless steel (Core Steel)
Wheel material
Aluminium (Core), Stainless steel (Core Steel)
Glass material
Tempered mineral glass
Strap size
Fits wrists with 140mm - 210mm / 5.5 in - 8.3 in
Water resistance
Splash resistant (IP65), protected from rain and water splashes (but no showering!)
Battery
4+ days in watch mode, or 3+ hours of metronome playback (Lithium-ion battery)
Display
2x Monochrome OLED, 0.68 in, 96x32px
Sensors
G-sensor for raise to wake function
LEDs
1 RGB LED in center, 8 RGB LEDs in outer ring
Capacitive touch
Here are the FAQs from the Soundbrenner Core product page:
1. **How long is the battery life?**
- 4+ days in watch mode, or 3+ hours metronome playback.
2. **Is it waterproof?**
- It's splash resistant (IP65), meaning it can withstand light rain or water splashes but not heavy rain, showers, or water immersion.
3. **Can I sync it to my DAW?**
- Yes, DAW support is currently in beta. More information is available on their website.
4. **Can I turn off the LED lights?**
- Yes, you can customize the colors of the LED lights or turn them off completely.
5. **Why can't I just use my other wearable, e.g., Fitbit or Apple Watch?**
- The Core uses a 7G ERM haptic motor powered by a special haptic driver, providing vibrations 700% more powerful and precise than most devices, which is crucial for a vibrating metronome.
6. **Where can I wear it?**
- It can be worn on the wrist using the silicone or Italian leather strap (Core Steel only), and on the arm, ankle, chest, shoulder, or thigh using the body strap included with both versions.
7. **What wrist sizes is it designed for?**
- Fits wrists with 140mm - 210mm / 5.5 in - 8.3 in circumference.
8. **What instruments can it tune?**
- The microphone tuner app works with any instrument. The contact tuner app, requiring a magnetic tuning accessory, works with guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, and violin.
9. **What's the difference between the Pulse, Core 2, and Core Steel 2?**
- The Pulse is an entry-level product featuring only a vibrating metronome. The Core 2 also includes a practice tracker, chromatic tuner, dB meter, and smartwatch features, with a screen for adjustments. The Core Steel 2 has the same features as Core 2 but with a premium stainless steel casing, an Italian leather strap, and a bonus carrying pouch.
10. **Is my phone compatible with it?**
- For up-to-date compatibility information, refer to their support page.
11. **How many devices can you sync at the same time via multi-player sync?**
- Up to 5 Soundbrenner wearables can be synced to the same mobile device via Bluetooth. For syncing more than 5, multiple mobile devices can be linked using Ableton Link.
12. **How do I charge it?**
- It comes with a USB charging cable that works with any regular USB port.
13. **Is it safe when you have a pacemaker or other medical devices?**
- It contains strong magnets that may interfere with some medical devices. Consult with a physician before using the product.
Supported languages
English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese (simplified), Chinese (traditional), Korean, Japanese
