Tap to find the BPM of any song or rhythm — see tempo name and note durations
Tap repeatedly to the beat — or press Space. Resets automatically after 3 s of silence.
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Tempo Reference
| Tempo | BPM | Feel |
|---|---|---|
| Grave | < 40 | Very slow, solemn |
| Largo | 40–60 | Slow and broad |
| Adagio | 66–76 | Slow, stately |
| Andante | 76–108 | Walking pace |
| Moderato | 108–120 | Moderate |
| Allegro | 120–156 | Fast, lively |
| Vivace | 156–176 | Very fast, vivid |
| Presto | 176–200 | Extremely fast |
| Prestissimo | 200+ | As fast as possible |
Tap Tempo BPM Calculator lets you find the beats-per-minute of any song or rhythm in real time. Just tap the button (or press Space) to the beat — the tool averages your last 8 taps for an accurate reading and shows the Italian tempo name (Andante, Allegro, etc.) plus note durations in milliseconds.
How to Use
- 1Click the TAP button (or press Space) repeatedly in time with the music.
- 2After two taps the BPM counter appears. Keep tapping for a more accurate average — the tool uses up to your last 8 taps.
- 3Read the tempo name (e.g. Allegro) and the note-duration table to set your DAW, metronome, or delay pedal.
- 4Stop tapping for 3 seconds and the counter resets automatically, or press Reset to start fresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the tap tempo calculator?
The calculator averages up to the last 8 tap intervals using the browser's high-resolution performance timer, giving accuracy within ±0.1 BPM after a few taps.
What is BPM?
BPM stands for beats per minute — the standard measure of musical tempo. A waltz is typically around 90 BPM, pop songs often range from 100–130 BPM, and EDM can exceed 150 BPM.
Why does the counter reset after I stop tapping?
If no tap is detected for 3 seconds the calculator assumes a new rhythm is starting and clears the history. This prevents stale readings when you switch songs.