Seiko Metronome Watch for Musicians | See How It Works! In-Depth Unboxing SMW006

[@MirrlyonTime]

Wow, what a fantastic time piece! Not for me even though I’m a musician (guitar player) but undeniably a unique and niche tool watch, and the white dial!!!! The metronome function the way the minute hand becomes the metronome is definitely one of the coolest things I’ve seen on a watch

[@WatchWitt]

Yes, it’s sort of a novelty for musicians, as most use apps now a days. BUT it’s useable. Almost like dive watches are useable but not practical anymore with dive computers having advanced so much. The swing of the pendulum/hand in metronome mode is awesome!

[@Jukste]

Thank you for actually playing the tuner tone😊 incredible how many reviews just skipped the whole thing

[@WatchWitt]

It's pretty quiet on video...I had to jack it up!

[@Doc.JEGBravo]

I just placed an order for a navy colored one, SMW004A. I'm so excited! 😆 The only thing that would make it cooler is if it vibrates and muted. That'll be a nice way to keep pace while playing. Almost feels like a cheat code 🥁🥁

[@WatchWitt]

Oooh, yeah vibration might be cool, then (depending on instrument) you could play with it on. This feels like more of a practice tool than performance, though, as it should be. It does mute, by the way.

[@melihbostan9159]

Yeeees! I want the same one!

[@eskimophoto]

Quite classy. Really fun. Have to admit, I want one. And I want one for my son.

[@WatchWitt]

Definitely a cool watch...and it's a Seiko...bonus!

[@walkaroundwatches]

Very unique. The more I look at it the more I like it!

[@WatchWitt]

Yeah, that’s why I added that watch nerds would probably want to pick up one of these. Just one of those unique pieces, as a collector.

[@_S._S._]

I do think it's good

[@Shri_V]

Very unique and the dial looks clean despite the many markings.

[@WatchWitt]

Yeah, not too busy for all that print. That’s probably why the main dial is minimalistic.

[@dougritchie6870]

Mine just arrived today. Thanks for showing me how to set the time 😂 I couldn't figure it out

[@WatchWitt]

You didn’t get an instruction booklet under the display insert? I just took a guess, ala G-Shock protocol. After the video I skimmed through it. Might even be able to sync this to the second, as I remember it saying something about starting at :00 seconds once you confirm the time is set.

[@dougritchie6870]

@@WatchWitt oh would you look at that... A booklet under the display insert haha! I seen the warranty booklet on top and assumed that's all there was. Thanks!

[@WatchWitt]

Haha! I will tear apart packaging to make sure I’m not missing something! Glad you found it…

[@arnost01]

I just bought it for my son too. I hope he likes it. Thx for the video

[@WatchWitt]

Musicians seem to admire this piece, with or without practicality to them. I think it's equal parts functional and novelty!

[@MirrlyonTime]

That Seiko perpetual!!!!

[@WatchWitt]

I know, right?! This was the first time trying it on the mesh bracelet that came with my Cadola Aviateur. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooC7hHSAasxlqac

[@lookatwrist]

Wow. This is how it's done.

[@WatchWitt]

You paved the way! I was dragging my feet on picking this one up until I stumbled on your video. Great job!

[@threehandhunter]

Hey, great review, Witt! Well done, reminds me of some of those old "Dancing Hands" Seikos. Very cool and unique!

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks! I don’t recall the dancing hands Seikos…will have to look up!

[@threehandhunter]

@@WatchWitt check out the Seiko soccer watches. I had one, they are very cool. Super thin too. Had one years ago

[@WatchWitt]

Ah…I see now. It’s because the hands are motorized (like in this one) and dance around to wherever they need to be on the dial, due to function setting. Pretty cool! I had never seen one…

[@penepatitenor]

I literally just received mine in the mail right now 😇😇😇 it’s awesome! I’m gifting it to a Maestro friend :)

[@WatchWitt]

Awesome! I gave this one to my son, who is a musician, and he loves it!

[@scatterbrain9490]

Crazy cool

[@WatchWitt]

Sweet handset!

[@nafis6668]

Wow great size for my small wrist. I can't never go more than 43mm, lug to lug wise.

[@WatchWitt]

Very comfortable and great looking for smaller wrists. I feel like they chose these case measurements so that the watch would appeal well as unisex.

[@nafis6668]

@@WatchWitt thanks for measuring it for us sir 😁🙏🏻

[@WatchWitt]

@@nafis6668 No problem…always good to see the measurements, and know what size wrist it’s modeled on.

[@watchsixto]

Man that is an awesome Seiko 👌

[@WatchWitt]

Even if you don’t NEED a metronome or tuner, it’s still a cool little watch and fun to play with.

[@miguelmigs9356]

this one is cool!! they should've included a longer strap tho lmaoo

[@WatchWitt]

It’s VERY cool! Longer strap may have been better, but it’s really more well suited for smaller wrists, which would solve the strap length issue.

[@smf851]

Honestly, looks fine on your wrist. Smaller watches are better.

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks for the affirmation...I have a hard time with smaller watches. In the end, I think it comes down to personal tastes. Same for big watches on smaller wrists. If you love it, wear it! Ha!

[@degenerateWA]

Whaaaat, this watch is nuts. Very cool

[@WatchWitt]

Apparently Seiko makes traditional and digital metronomes as well. The bigger question is, can we see this motor technology in a traditional three hand quartz? That would be awesome! My guess is the battery would fry from the second hand sweep, and/or motor burn out.

[@markhor1988]

Just got the watch. Cute.

[@WatchWitt]

How about those hands?!

[@markhor1988]

@@WatchWitt I was playing with that function. Pretty cool. Not crazy about the band so might need to change that up. Overall good watch. Even if it’s a gift to a friend lol.

[@WatchWitt]

Yeah the strap feels cheap. Smells good, though!

[@soxandbears]

that silver would look great on a milanese bracelet

[@WatchWitt]

Absolutely 👍

[@ulfj3170]

Like it! But the price is 2000$ in Norway.

[@WatchWitt]

Ouch. I would buy a digital metronome and strap it to my wrist before that!

[@epaws8403]

😍😍

[@WatchWitt]

Such a cool watch!

[@x2mars]

Cool

[@WatchWitt]

Pretty slick, right?!

[@StrongMusicPassion]

Where did you buy it? Please tell me 🙏

[@WatchWitt]

I bought mine on eBay. These are Japanese Domestic Market only, so you'll only find them online.

[@helenrushful]

Just ordered one from Japan !

[@WatchWitt]

Nice! Check back in when you get it and let everyone know how cool it is!

[@terryhan629]

Hi, had this watch for about a year now and I just ran into a little trouble with the watch. When I'm using the metronome, the hand doesn't oscillate symmetrically and when I switch to the tuning mode, the hand doesn't lie on the right pitch. If anyone has this problem and solved it, please let me know!

[@WatchWitt]

Haven't had that problem yet, but I'm going to guess the battery is too weak to propel the motors correctly. Do you use the metronome and tuning features frequently? A fresh battery is the best/cheapest process of elimination!

[@elijahl-s5184]

Does it vibrate?

[@WatchWitt]

No, it doesn’t. That would be helpful, depending on which instrument you play, but probably a battery drainer and the function would make the watch bigger too. So, just sound and/or visual reference.

[@teodorooo]

Hey! does it pulse if the sound is off?

[@WatchWitt]

No. I think that would be very useful, obviously depending on which instrument you play, though.

[@guitarmon5765]

where can i buy it?

[@WatchWitt]

It's only for sale in Japan. So you have to look around for it. I found mine on eBay.

[@ARAStaAna]

Available for pre-orders starting now at StrapSeeker Seiko Metronome SMW006A Available September 2023

[@rjlchristie]

How any sensitive musician can tolerate pitched (beeping) metronomes baffles me. It's pitch information (i.e. it produces a musical note) and interferes with the music. Wood block sounds or simple clicks are far superior.

[@WatchWitt]

I agree. But I think this is more of a novelty watch. I mean, it works for its intended purpose, but I'd rather rely upon the visual of the pendulum than the tone.

[@NiceWindow]

can someone explain to me, why only Amajor and Bminor as options ? And its confusing why you wouldnt be able to move in single bmp movements ?

[@WatchWitt]

Well, I can't speak from a music expert standpoint, but I think the limitations are because it's a watch...not a sophisticated electronic metronome. Only so many features translate with the limited size, button functionality, battery limitations, and visual real estate on the dial. I think it's a compromise of form and function.

[@yaersacks5277]

Also in normal metronomes you change the BPM in 3s the reason is that's the limit our ears could hear the difference between

[@yaersacks5277]

And it's not a major and b minor it's the note A and the Note B flat notes can't be major or minor only a combination of notes can

[@Swes6570]

Monotone color is just about completely sold out and increasing in price on eBay.

[@WatchWitt]

Yeah, I think this is the color that best matches the function. You have to be careful on eBay as well. This is the second one I bought. The first seller (lower price) said there was an “issue” with the watch and asked me to cancel. So I placed this order with a seller that had previously sold 10 or 12 of the same watch. And it actually arrived very fast via FedEx.

[@derbagger22]

I have one in black with gold trim. I saw it before anyone had a video on it. Very trick little watch...

[@WatchWitt]

Sweet! How long have you had it? Trying to get a better idea of when they came out. I first saw them a couple of months ago. Surprisingly big color selection of color variations!

[@WatchWitt]

Actually, I just looked at the serial number on the caseback. So the watch in this video was manufactured in July, 2021.

[@derbagger22]

@@WatchWitt yeah, I ordered mine in June, i think. I think I saw them released last year. But, yeah, I've only seen one other video on it before yours..

[@WatchWitt]

Sometimes it takes a while for the JDM to spread out, huh?!

[@PatternAgainstUser1]

Can you actually hear it at all when playing an instrument? Seems very quiet

[@WatchWitt]

No, I don't think the audio is very practical...unless maybe to establish the tempo. But the visual is there...if you take it off your wrist!

[@icas80]

Very Max Billesque

[@WatchWitt]

Definitely has that vibe, but with a busy complication!

[@marceli155]

how much ??????????????

[@WatchWitt]

They're hard to find, so the price is going to vary. I paid $210 USD. Pretty steep for what it is Watch-wise, but there's nothing else like it AND it's Japan Domestic Market only, so a premium is to be expected.