Quick Start

Get to know FlowBeats core features in 5 minutes and start your practice journey

Last updated: 2026-03-22

Welcome to FlowBeats! This is a practice tool designed for musicians, combining a metronome, chord progressions, and practice flow management in one app.

What FlowBeats Can Do

FlowBeats helps you:

  • Build Timing: Develop precise rhythm sense with a professional metronome
  • Program Beats: Design custom rhythm patterns with a visual sequencer
  • Practice Harmony: Practice melodies or improvise over chord progressions
  • Organize Sessions: Combine multiple sections into complete practice or performance flows

Interface Overview

When you open the app, you'll see four mode icons at the bottom:

IconModePurpose
⊞RhythmMetronome and sequencer
≋HarmonyChord progression playback
♪PracticePractice list and Stage Mode
☰SettingsApp settings

Tap any icon to switch modes.

Your First Session

1. Start the Beat

  1. Open the app - you'll land on the Rhythm page
  2. Tap the Play button ▶ in the center
  3. You'll hear the beat and see the visual rhythm display

2. Adjust Tempo

  • Rotate: Slide on the BPM knob
  • Precise Input: Tap the BPM number to enter an exact value
  • Tap Tempo: Tap the Tap button to detect tempo manually

3. Switch Presets

  1. Tap the preset name at the top (e.g., "Basic")
  2. Select a different preset from the list
  3. Each preset has its own rhythm pattern, time signature, and sound kit

4. Program Rhythm

  1. Tap cells in the sequencer grid
  2. Lit cells trigger sounds at their positions
  3. Different tracks represent different sounds (kick, snare, hi-hat, etc.)
  4. Tap track names on the left to preview sounds

Four Core Features

Rhythm

Metronome and programmable sequencer:

  • 10-300 BPM range
  • 8 time signatures (1/4 to 8/4)
  • 4 subdivision types
  • 6 sound kit styles
  • Save and share presets

→ Learn more about Rhythm

Harmony

Chord progression playback and editing:

  • 8 built-in progressions
  • Multiple keys and modes
  • Triad or seventh chord options
  • Adjustable beats per chord

→ Learn more about Harmony

Practice

Combine sections into complete flows:

  • Independent preset and BPM per section
  • Set bar count for each section
  • Drag to reorder
  • Ideal for structured practice and performance prep

→ Learn more about Practice

Stage Mode

Designed for live use:

  • One-tap section switching
  • Countdown indicators
  • Single-loop or sequential playback
  • Screen stays on

→ Learn more about Stage Mode

Recommended Learning Path

  1. Get comfortable with Rhythm: Try different presets, understand how the sequencer works
  2. Save your first preset: Program a rhythm pattern you like and save it
  3. Explore Harmony: Practice your instrument over chord progressions
  4. Create a Practice: Combine your go-to rhythms into a practice flow
  5. Use Stage Mode: Use it for focused practice sessions or performances

Next Steps