Short Test Of Music Preferences – Revised (STOMP-R)
Measures individual differences in music preferences across four primary dimensions.
Scale Development & Technical Details
Scale Overview
The Short Test Of Music Preferences – Revised (STOMP-R) was developed by Peter J. Rentfrow & Samuel D. Gosling (2003). It is designed to measure Music Preferences. The scale is intended for use with General population.
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 23 items organized into 4 factors/subscales: Reflective & Complex, Intense & Rebellious, Upbeat & Conventional, Energetic & Rhythmic.
| Factor / Subscale | Items | N |
|---|---|---|
| Reflective & Complex | 2,3,4,7,11,12,13,15 | 8 |
| Intense & Rebellious | 1,10,17,21 | 4 |
| Upbeat & Conventional | 5,9,14,16,20,23 | 6 |
| Energetic & Rhythmic | 6,8,18,19,22 | 5 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
Response anchors: 1 = Dislike Strongly, 2 = Dislike Moderately, 3 = Dislike a Little, 4 = Neither like nor dislike, 5 = Like a Little, 6 = Like Moderately, 7 = Like Strongly.
Scoring
Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.
Total scores range from 1 to 7. Interpretation guidelines:
- Low Preference: 1 – 3
- Neutral: 4 – 4
- High Preference: 5 – 7
Psychometric Properties
Internal Consistency: The scale has demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency with reported Cronbach’s alpha values of Cronbach's alpha ranges from .72 to .86 for the subscales.
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 5 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.