quartz metronome
				   		Metronome that translates the electric signal produced by a piece of quartz into sound or visual signals.
				
 
					
					
						sound signal 
						Device that translates the metronome’s electric signal into beeps; its volume can be controlled.
				  	
 
					
						standard A 
						Reference note established as the international standard; its frequency is 440 Hz (440 vibrations per second).
				  	
 
					
						light signal 
						Part that translates the electronic beats of the metronome into flashing light.