Stage Mode Quick Tips

Master these shortcuts and techniques to use Stage mode more efficiently during performances and rehearsals.

Quick Section Switching

Tap to Switch

The most direct method: tap the target section button to switch.

• Not playing: tap starts playback
• Playing: tap switches to the new section

After-Measure Switching

Use "After Measure" mode during playback to avoid abrupt rhythm interruptions:

1. Tap the switch method button in control bar, switch to After Measure
2. While playing, tap another section - it shows a blue border
3. Automatically switches after the current measure completes

Best for:

• Smooth transitions during performances
• Maintaining rhythm continuity in practice
• Avoiding switching noise during recording

Page Navigation Tips

When sections exceed 8, use pagination:

• Tap left/right arrow buttons
• Wrap-around supported: "Next" on last page returns to first page
• Page indicator shows current/total pages

Tip: Place frequently-used sections in the first two pages to minimize paging.

Playback Control Tips

Sequential vs Single Loop

Choose the right mode for your scenario:

Quick toggle: Tap the playback mode button in control bar to switch between modes.

Quick Stop

• Tap the currently playing section button to stop immediately
• Playing buttons show green background for easy identification

Exit Confirmation

Tapping the back button during playback shows a confirmation prompt:

• Continue Playing: Cancel exit, keep playing
• Exit: Stop playback and leave Stage mode

Countdown Shortcuts

Quick Common Values

Common countdown settings:

Countdown as Practice Reminder

Set shorter countdowns (e.g., 4 measures) to:

• Remind yourself to check technique points
• Periodically assess practice quality
• Enforce regular breaks

Interface Reading Tips

Quick Section Info

Each section button displays four key pieces of information:

┌─────────────────┐
│   Preset Name   │  ← Top
│      120        │  ← Center: BPM (largest font)
│ Drum Kit   4/4  │  ← Bottom: Sound kit + Time signature
└─────────────────┘

At a glance: tempo, style, time signature.

Status Recognition

Sequencer Preview

The top sequencer grid shows the current rhythm in real-time:

• Lit cells indicate current position
• Grid layout matches the Rhythm page
• Use to confirm the rhythm pattern is correct

Practical Workflows

Pre-Performance Setup

1. Arrange section order in Practice page beforehand
2. Confirm BPM and sound kit for each section
3. Enter Stage mode, check page positions
4. Familiarize with layout, note which pages contain key sections

Rehearsal Workflow

1. Use Single Loop mode to focus on challenging sections
2. Combine with countdown to control practice quantity
3. Switch to Sequential for continuity practice
4. Use After-Measure switching for smooth transitions

Recording Workflow

1. Use After-Measure switching mode
2. Set countdown to control recording length
3. Tap next section to queue the switch
4. Auto-stop when countdown ends, convenient for editing