The Viral Music Tool That Fixed My Golf Swing For Good
How a silent pulse replaced the most frustrating part of golf practice — and dropped my handicap forever.
The Lie Holding Thousands of Golfers Back
When I started playing golf, I just wanted to break 90 and not embarrass myself in front of my buddies. Working on swing tempo sounded boring — even unnecessary. I wasn't trying to be a scratch golfer. I just wanted to play decent golf.
So I skipped tempo training. And for a while… I got away with it. I learned shots. I hit some good ones. I felt okay. But no matter how much I practiced — even when I made solid contact — something always felt off. At first, I blamed my clubs. Then my stance. But deep down, I knew: the idea that I didn't need to work on my tempo was a lie. I had skipped the one fundamental that actually makes golf work and it was holding everything else back.
I started wondering if I was just born with an incurable rhythm deficiency. But when I talked to single-digit handicappers I realized: they weren't just born with perfect tempo. They train it. Tempo is what they obsess over. Tempo is the backbone of consistent golf. As my club pro said:
"You can have perfect mechanics… but if your tempo is rushed, you'll spray it everywhere. The opposite? Good tempo can save a bad swing."
The good news? There's a tool built specifically to master tempo: the metronome. It works for musicians. But let's be honest — most golfers have never tried it.
Confessions of a Tempo Training Skeptic
I've been hacking around golf courses for over 15 years. If there's one thing that always seemed ridiculous to me, it's the idea of using a click, click, click metronome for golf practice. I mean, come on — I'm not playing piano here. I tried a phone app once at the range… lasted about five swings before I wanted to throw my phone into the water hazard.
And yet… I couldn't ignore what I kept hearing: If you want to get consistent, you need to work on tempo. It's the single most important fundamental you can master. This love-hate relationship with tempo training haunted my game for years… until I stumbled across something that changed everything.
"Sounds Too Good" — My Eye-Roll Moment
When I heard about this company called Soundbrenner and their so-called "silent, wearable metronome" designed for musicians, I’ll admit: I rolled my eyes.
You wear it on your body, and instead of hearing a beep, you feel the beat? Sure, I thought — some music gadget is going to fix my golf swing. I assumed it was just another gimmicky device. I was this close to disregarding it entirely.
Meet the Brand That Accidentally Fixed Golf
But then I did some digging on this "Pulse" device:
Built by Musicians: Soundbrenner's founders were musicians who hated metronome clicks — so they created a vibrating alternative that works through feel.
Trusted by Pros: Turns out legendary musicians like Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater) and John "JR" Robinson — the most recorded drummer in history — both use the Pulse for timing.
Award-Winning Design: Named "Best in Show" at NAMM, the world's biggest music convention — and featured in Rolling Stone Magazine.
And then it hit me: if this thing helps musicians stay in perfect time, why couldn't it help golfers develop perfect tempo?
Suddenly, I wasn't just rolling my eyes. I was really curious. And you know what? I'll be honest: Almost kept this one to myself - it's like a cheat code.
The 4-Week Experiment: How I Finally Found My Tempo
Day 1-7: From Confused to Intrigued
I strapped on the Pulse, set it to 60 BPM (1 beat per second), and headed to the range. No beep. No click. Just a powerful thump-thump-thump on my wrist. I started with some practice swings — taking the club back smooth on 1 and 2, reaching the top of the backswing on 3, then letting it rip right through the ball on 4. It didn't feel like traditional golf instruction. It felt natural, like having a swing coach tap my shoulder in perfect rhythm.
Week 2: Finding My Natural Beat
I started experimenting — moving the Pulse from wrist to upper arm (they include different bands), adjusting the vibration strength, even trying different tempos for different shots. Putting at 75 BPM. Full swing at 54 BPM. For the first time, tempo training didn't feel forced. It just felt right.
Week 3: The Breakthrough
By now, the vibration felt completely natural — like it belonged. My swing started to flow. No rushing. No quick jerky moves. Just smooth, consistent tempo. My ball striking improved. My mishits decreased. I wasn't thinking about mechanics anymore — I was just feeling the rhythm.
Week 4 & Beyond: Tempo Transformed
By now, I wasn't counting beats — I was swinging in rhythm. My consistency jumped. My confidence soared. I could control my tempo under pressure — on purpose. Golf practice finally stopped feeling like work and started feeling like flow. By the end of the month, I had practiced with the Pulse for hours — and dropped 4 strokes off my handicap.
What's in the box: Pulse, a short band (for wrist), a long band (for arm or ankle), and a USB-C charging cable.
The Surprise That Made Practice Addictive
The Pulse didn't just fix my tempo — it made me want to practice more. It added a sense of rhythm to my practice sessions. Like I'd unlocked a part of golf I hadn't accessed before. I started going to the range more often — not out of frustration, but because I couldn't wait to feel that perfect tempo again.
Under the Hood: Why It Actually Works
High-Powered Vibration: Wondering why your Apple Watch can't do this? The Pulse vibrates up to 7x stronger than your phone — and you need that power to feel it through a golf swing.
Wear It Anywhere: Try it on your wrist, upper arm, or even ankle — find what feels best for your swing. Perfect for range practice or on-course play.
Customizable Everything: Set different tempos for putting (65-75 BPM), full swing (45-54 BPM), or even pre-shot routine timing.
Multi-Device Sync: Connect up to five Pulses via Bluetooth — perfect for group lessons or playing partners who want to stay in tempo together.
Use With or Without Your Phone: Set it up in the free app (iOS or Android), then play wireless. The battery lasts up to 6 hours of continuous use (Pulse works with Soundbrenner's app "The Metronome", which has over 10 million downloads and 100,000+ reviews across iOS and Android).
The Moment I Knew This Was Game-Changing
A few weeks in, I forgot to charge the Pulse before a weekend round. No big deal, I thought — I'll just swing without it.
Huge mistake. By the 3rd hole, my tempo was all over the place. Rushed on the tee. Quick on approach shots. I was getting frustrated, losing rhythm — and I shot my worst round in months. Right then, I knew this little device had become essential to my game.
The Price: Is It Worth It?
Spending $99 on what's essentially a fancy metronome felt a little crazy. I mean… it's not even golf equipment. But would I pay that to finally develop the one fundamental that impacts every shot? Absolutely.
And honestly — when I think about all the money I've dropped on new drivers, lessons, or training aids that barely helped… investing $99 into my tempo — arguably the most important aspect of a good swing — suddenly felt like the smartest purchase I could make.
Looking back at what the Pulse actually did for my game? Best money I've spent on golf.
Best part? There's a 30-day money-back guarantee — so you can try it risk-free, and if it doesn't drop strokes, just send it back.
The Final Verdict
The Game-Changer I Didn't Know I Needed: The Pulse made me realize how crucial tempo is, even for weekend golfers. And because it's actually enjoyable to use, I stuck with it.
Real Improvement, Finally: My consistency, ball striking, and course management improved fast.
The Practice Motivator: It made range sessions something I looked forward to. So I practiced more often.
Pro Tip: Don't forget to charge it. (Trust me, you won't want to play without it.)
Your Turn to Unlock What’s Been Missing
I used to think tempo training was overrated. The Pulse proved me wrong — and sparked the biggest improvement in my golf game. It finally addressed the one fundamental I'd ignored for years: rhythm. And once that clicked, everything else got better. If you've ever wanted to play with real consistency, confidence, and control… the Pulse by Soundbrenner might be the breakthrough you've been missing.
P.S. One thing that was incredibly frustrating? The Pulse was out of stock when I first tried to buy it. I waited a whole month to finally get my hands on it.
So, if you do visit their website soundbrenner.com, and stock is available, don't wait — they ship worldwide. I also found this code — FEELTHEBEAT — that'll get you 20% off (if it still works). Good luck. And good tempo.
Mike Henderson
23 hours ago
Interesting concept
Tom
2 days ago
Been struggling with tempo forever. Never thought about using a musician's tool for golf but this actually makes a lot of sense. Might give it a swing (no pun intended).
Brad_Golfs
3 days ago
Just ordered the Pulse after reading this. So tired of rushing my swing under pressure. Hope this finally fixes it 🤞
Edgar Worthington
1 day ago
Brad - hope it works as well for you as it did for me. The feeling of consistent tempo is addictive once you get it dialed in.
RangeWarrior
3 days ago
was super skeptical but tried it for two weeks and my ball striking is noticeably better. tempo really is everything.
Edgar Worthington
2 day ago
@RangeWarrior exactly! Once you feel what proper tempo is like, it's impossible to go back to rushing everything.
