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Tap tempo (BPM counter)

Tap along to a song to find its beats per minute, with note lengths in milliseconds.

  • Free
  • No sign-up
  • Works on any device

About Tap tempo (BPM counter)

Tap a button in time with a song and the tool averages your taps into beats per minute. It also shows note lengths in milliseconds, which helps set delay and reverb times in music software. The more beats you tap, the steadier the result, so tap for at least ten seconds.

How to use Tap tempo (BPM counter)

  1. Set the options above. The result updates live.
  2. Change anything until it's just right.
  3. Copy the result or download it.

Why use this tool?

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert BPM to a delay time?

Divide 60,000 by the BPM to get one quarter note in milliseconds. At 120 BPM that is 500 ms, and an eighth note is 250 ms.

Is Tap tempo (BPM counter) free?

Yes. Tap tempo (BPM counter) on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is it safe to use?

Yes. Everything is worked out in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent to our server.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

Do I need an account?

No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

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