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BPM Tap Calculator

Tap the beat to instantly measure BPM. Great for musicians and DJs.

Tempo: Very slow

Tap along to any beat and instantly get the BPM. The average is computed across your most recent taps, updating in real time.

How it works

Each tap timestamp is stored. We take the differences between consecutive taps, average them, and compute BPM = 60,000 / average interval.

Key features

  • Big tap target
  • Live BPM calculation
  • Tempo description (slow, moderate, fast)
  • Reset button

Common use cases

Music production
Detect the BPM of an unfamiliar track.
DJ prep
Verify a track's tag BPM before mixing.
Live audio
Set the tempo on a drum machine mid-song.

Pro tips

  • ◆4 taps is minimum for a reliable reading; 8+ is very stable.
  • ◆Tap the strong beats only, not the subdivisions.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • ✕Tapping too many subdivisions — you'll get double or quadruple the true tempo.

Frequently asked questions

How accurate is the tap-tempo?▼

Within about 1 BPM after 8+ taps.