Taals

Addha (16)

A 16-beat cycle (4+4+4+4) used in Thumri with distinctive lilting emphasis patterns. Its swaying quality supports the romantic expressiveness of light classical forms.

Alternate spellings: Addha Taal, Addha

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More taals terms

Pancham (5)Dadra (6)Rupak (7)Pashto (7)Keherwa (8)Dhumali (8)Matta Taal (9)Jhap Sawari (9)

Tabla app for focused daily riyaz

Unified tabla practice system with 4 practice modes, vocal and classic lehra, shareable challenges, goals, insights, curated library, precision tools, and global discovery surfaces.

Core Features

EXPLORE: Global directory map with search, filters, and utility tools (Tempo, Tuner, Sound Check, Focus Meditation, Quiz, Matra Game)
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Technical Specifications

Platform: iOS 17.0+, iPadOS 17.0+ (Apple Silicon optimized)
Audio: Hardware-locked, sample-accurate synchronization (60-240 BPM)
Sync: iCloud / CloudKit for seamless cross-device synchronization
Architecture: Local-first with SwiftData persistence

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