How it works
How the tap tempo calculator measures BPM
BeatTiming timestamps each tap at input, filters isolated timing outliers, and fits a stable tempo across your recent taps. A pause starts a fresh measurement automatically.
Free online BPM counter
Tap Tempo
Tap the pad, click your mouse, or press any key with the beat.
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BPM
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Producer toolkit
Music production timing calculators
Move from a detected tempo to practical DAW settings without doing the math twice.
01BPM to millisecondsStraight, dotted & triplet note values02Delay timeTempo-synced delay settings03Reverb timingPre-delay and decay starting points04Bars to timeSong and section duration05BPM to HzTempo-synced LFO rates06Pitch & tempoSemitones, ratios and new BPM07Sample lengthLoop duration, sample count and file size08Samples to millisecondsAudio sample-rate timing and latency09BPM to ms chartPrintable chart and CSV download
BPM ESTIMATE60,000 ÷ estimated beat interval in ms
For the cleanest result, tap at least four steady beats. Use ×2 or ÷2 if you naturally tapped the half-time or double-time pulse.
Quick answers
Tap tempo FAQ
How many times should I tap?
Four taps is enough for a useful estimate. Eight or more steady taps usually produces a more stable reading.
Can I use the keyboard?
Yes. Press any non-modifier key. Mouse clicks and screen taps work too.
Why is the BPM half or double?
You may be following a different rhythmic subdivision. The ÷2 and ×2 controls correct it instantly.
Does BeatTiming listen to audio?
No. Everything is calculated from your taps in your browser. No microphone, upload, account or tracking is required to calculate BPM.