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How to Use AB Loop for Focused Practice ​

Quick Answer ​

AB Loop lets you repeat a specific section of a song continuously for focused practice.

How to use:

  1. Play your song
  2. Tap AB button (bottom-right corner) when section starts → Point A set
  3. Tap AB button again when section ends → Point B set
  4. Section loops automatically

To access saved loops: Tap bookmark icon 📑 (top-right corner)

Perfect for: Mastering difficult passages, building speed, perfecting technique, efficient practice.

What is AB Loop? ​

AB Loop allows you to:

  • Select any section of a song (from point A to point B)
  • Loop that section repeatedly
  • Save multiple loops for different sections
  • Name and organize loops
  • Practice efficiently

Perfect for: ✅ Mastering difficult solos or riffs ✅ Practicing specific chord progressions ✅ Learning complex rhythms ✅ Perfecting transitions ✅ Building muscle memory

How to Create an AB Loop ​

Quick Method (During Playback) ​

Step 1: Play Your Song

  • Start playback
  • Listen for the section you want to practice

Step 2: Set Point A (Loop Start)

Location: Bottom-right corner of playback screen

Look for: AB button (next to speed control)

  1. When section starts, tap AB button once
  2. Point A is set
  3. "A" marker appears on timeline

Step 3: Set Point B (Loop End)

  1. Let song continue playing
  2. When section ends, tap AB button again
  3. Point B is set
  4. "B" marker appears on timeline

Step 4: Loop Starts Automatically

  • Section between A and B loops continuously
  • Practice as many times as needed
  • Loop plays seamlessly

Precise Method (Manual Selection) ​

For exact loop points:

  1. Pause the song
  2. Drag playhead to desired start point
  3. Tap AB button → Point A set
  4. Drag playhead to desired end point
  5. Tap AB button again → Point B set
  6. Loop created

Managing Saved Loops ​

Access Saved Loops ​

Location: Top-right corner of playback screen

Look for: Bookmark icon 📑

To access:

  1. Tap bookmark icon
  2. See list of all loops for this song
  3. Tap any loop to activate
  4. Loop starts playing immediately

Save and Name Loops ​

Loops are automatically saved when created.

To rename:

  1. Tap bookmark icon 📑
  2. Find the loop
  3. Right-click or long-press on loop
  4. Select "Rename"
  5. Enter descriptive name
  6. Save

Good names:

  • "Guitar Solo - Bar 45-52"
  • "Difficult Chord Change"
  • "Fast Run - Measure 3"
  • "Chorus - Practice Section"

Edit Loops ​

To adjust loop points:

  1. Tap bookmark icon 📑
  2. Right-click on loop
  3. Select "Edit"
  4. Adjust start and end points
  5. Save changes

Delete Loops ​

To remove a loop:

  1. Tap bookmark icon 📑
  2. Right-click on loop
  3. Select "Delete"
  4. Confirm deletion

Organize Multiple Loops ​

Create loops for different sections:

Example:

  • Loop 1: "Intro - Bar 1-8"
  • Loop 2: "Verse - Difficult Chord"
  • Loop 3: "Chorus - Full Section"
  • Loop 4: "Guitar Solo - Fast Part"
  • Loop 5: "Bridge"

Benefits:

  • Practice different sections systematically
  • Jump between problem areas
  • Track progress
  • Organize practice sessions

Exit a Loop ​

Temporary Exit (Keep Loop Saved) ​

Method 1:

  • Tap AB button again
  • Loop disabled
  • Song plays normally
  • Loop remains saved

Method 2:

  • Look for "Exit Loop" button
  • Tap to exit
  • Loop remains saved

Permanent Deletion ​

  • Use bookmark menu (see "Delete Loops" above)

Combine with Other Features ​

🎵 AB Loop + Speed Adjustment ⭐ Essential ​

The ultimate practice combination!

Workflow:

  1. Create loop of difficult section
  2. Slow to 0.5x - 0.75x
  3. Practice until perfect
  4. Increase speed by 0.05x - 0.1x
  5. Practice again
  6. Repeat until full speed

Example:

  • Loop: Guitar solo (4 bars)
  • Start: 0.5x speed
  • Practice: 10 reps at each speed
  • Increase: Every 5-10 reps
  • Result: Master solo efficiently

🎵 AB Loop + Smart Metronome ​

Build rock-solid timing!

Workflow:

  1. Loop section
  2. Enable Smart Metronome
  3. Practice with click track
  4. Develop steady timing
  5. Lock in with beat

Benefits:

  • Clear beat reference
  • Timing accuracy
  • Professional practice
  • Internal clock development

🎵 AB Loop + Stem Separation ​

Practice with custom backing tracks!

Workflow:

  1. Loop section
  2. Separate and mute your instrument
  3. Practice with rest of band
  4. Perfect your part

Example for guitarists:

  • Loop: Guitar solo section
  • Mute: Lead guitar
  • Practice: Solo with rhythm section
  • Result: Performance skills

🎵 AB Loop + Chord Analysis ​

Master chord progressions!

Workflow:

  1. Loop chord progression
  2. View chords on screen
  3. Practice changes repeatedly
  4. Build muscle memory

Benefits:

  • See and hear chords
  • Practice specific progressions
  • Build chord vocabulary
  • Improve transitions

🎵 All Features Combined ⭐ Maximum Effectiveness ​

Complete practice setup:

  1. AB Loop - Difficult section (4 bars)
  2. Speed - Start at 0.5x
  3. Smart Metronome - Enable click
  4. Stem Separation - Mute your instrument
  5. Chord Analysis - View chords

Practice:

  • Loop plays repeatedly
  • Slow speed with click
  • Practice with backing band
  • See chord changes
  • Gradually increase speed
  • Master completely!

Practice Workflows ​

Workflow 1: Single Section Mastery (20 min) ​

Goal: Master one difficult section

Minutes 0-5: Setup and Slow Practice

  • Create AB loop (2-4 bars)
  • Slow to 0.5x
  • Enable Smart Metronome
  • Practice 10 times

Minutes 5-10: Build Speed

  • 0.6x - play 5 times
  • 0.7x - play 5 times
  • 0.75x - play 5 times

Minutes 10-15: Near-Speed Practice

  • 0.85x - play 5 times
  • 0.9x - play 5 times

Minutes 15-20: Full Speed

  • 1.0x - play until comfortable (10+ times)
  • Exit loop and play in context

Workflow 2: Multiple Sections (30 min) ​

Goal: Practice 3 different sections

Minutes 0-10: Section 1 (Most Difficult)

  • Loop most difficult section
  • Slow to 0.5x
  • Practice 15-20 reps
  • Increase speed gradually

Minutes 10-20: Section 2 (Medium)

  • Switch to second loop
  • Start at 0.75x
  • Practice 10-15 reps
  • Reach full speed

Minutes 20-30: Section 3 (Review)

  • Switch to third loop
  • Practice at full speed
  • Polish and refine

Workflow 3: Speed Building (15 min) ​

Goal: Increase speed on known section

Minutes 0-3: Warm-up

  • Loop section
  • Play at 0.75x
  • 5 perfect repetitions

Minutes 3-12: Incremental Increase

  • Increase by 0.05x every minute
  • Play 3-5 times at each speed
  • Only increase if perfect

Minutes 12-15: Push and Test

  • Try 1.1x - 1.25x (faster than original)
  • Return to 1.0x - feels easy!

Best Practices ​

✅ Keep Loops Short ​

Recommended lengths:

  • Very difficult: 1-2 bars
  • Difficult: 2-4 bars
  • Moderate: 4-8 bars
  • Easy/Review: 8-16 bars

Why short works better:

  • More repetitions per time
  • Focus on specific problem
  • Less fatigue
  • Faster improvement

✅ Name Loops Descriptively ​

Good names:

  • "Solo - Fast Legato Run (Bar 45-48)"
  • "Chorus - Difficult Chord Change"
  • "Verse 2 - Syncopated Rhythm"

Bad names:

  • "Loop 1"
  • "Practice"
  • "Section"

✅ Set Precise Loop Points ​

For best results:

  • Start slightly before difficult part
  • End slightly after
  • Include context (beat before/after)
  • Avoid cutting off notes

Example: If difficult part is in bar 3:

  • Start: Beat 4 of bar 2
  • End: Beat 1 of bar 4
  • Gives context and smooth loop

✅ Practice with Goals ​

Set specific goals:

  • "Play 10 times perfectly at 0.75x"
  • "Increase from 0.5x to 0.75x today"
  • "Perfect the transition"
  • "Memorize the passage"

Track progress:

  • Note current speed
  • Count perfect repetitions
  • Set next session's goal

Common Use Cases ​

🎸 Mastering Difficult Solos ​

Workflow:

  1. Loop solo section
  2. Slow to 0.5x - 0.75x
  3. Enable Smart Metronome
  4. Separate and mute lead guitar
  5. Practice repeatedly
  6. Gradually increase speed

🎹 Practicing Chord Changes ​

Workflow:

  1. Loop chord progression
  2. Enable Chord Analysis
  3. Slow down if needed
  4. Practice transitions repeatedly
  5. Build muscle memory

🥁 Learning Drum Fills ​

Workflow:

  1. Loop drum fill (2-4 bars)
  2. Enable Smart Metronome
  3. Slow to 0.25x - 0.5x
  4. Practice fill repeatedly
  5. Increase speed gradually

🎤 Vocal Runs ​

Workflow:

  1. Loop vocal passage
  2. Separate lead vocals
  3. Slow down to hear clearly
  4. Practice repeatedly
  5. Increase speed

Troubleshooting ​

Loop Points Not Precise ​

Solution:

  1. Pause song
  2. Use timeline for exact points
  3. Adjust in edit mode
  4. Test and fine-tune

Loop Sounds Choppy ​

Causes:

  • Loop points cut off notes
  • Not on beat

Solution:

  • Adjust start point earlier
  • Adjust end point later
  • Ensure starts/ends on beat

Can't Find Saved Loops ​

Check:

  • Tap bookmark icon 📑 (top-right)
  • Ensure correct song
  • Loops are song-specific

Frequently Asked Questions ​

Q: Where is the AB Loop button? A: Bottom-right corner of playback screen, next to speed control.

Q: How do I access saved loops? A: Tap bookmark icon 📑 in top-right corner.

Q: Can I have multiple loops for one song? A: Yes! Create as many as needed.

Q: How do I rename a loop? A: Bookmark icon → right-click loop → "Rename."

Q: How do I delete a loop? A: Bookmark icon → right-click loop → "Delete."

Q: Can I edit loop points? A: Yes! Bookmark icon → right-click loop → "Edit."

Q: Does loop work with speed adjustment? A: Yes! Works perfectly at any speed (0.25x - 2.0x).

Q: Does loop work with stem separation? A: Yes! All features work together seamlessly.

Q: How long can a loop be? A: Any length. Shorter loops (2-8 bars) most effective for practice.

Q: Will loops be saved when I close the app? A: Yes! Loops persist between sessions.