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Settings range from 60 or 72 BPM for beginning, and then when a certain level of skill is obtained - like being able to play two octave scales in contrary motion - then the settings progress to 96, 120 and faster. But the basic instruction is first play at a moderate tempo, one where you can play correctly.
- What BPM should you practice scales at?
- What order do you learn minor scales?
- Should you practice scales with a metronome?
What BPM should you practice scales at?
In summary, always practice scales with a metronome until you have absolutely mastered them. I suggest a goal of 144 beats per minute with scales in sixteenth notes, four notes per beat, in parallel and contrary motion. At that point you can start experimenting with tempo variations.
What order do you learn minor scales?
But how do you know where to begin? In general, it's a good idea to start with the major scales first, then move on to the natural minor, harmonic minor, and melodic minor scales. Once you master those you can move onto things like chromatic scales, ​blues scales, pentatonic scales and whole tone scales.
Should you practice scales with a metronome?
Playing scales with a metronome develops many areas which benefit your playing. It is a very useful technique exercise to develop your picking speed, accuracy and alternate picking while further developing your scale muscle memory and your ear / finger relationship.
