Online metronome from 20 to 300 BPM with accented downbeats, adjustable time signature and tap-tempo. Ideal for practicing musicians, DJs and producers.
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How it works
A Web Audio oscillator plays a click at a computed interval (60,000 / BPM ms). The first beat of each bar plays at a higher frequency for emphasis.
Formula
Interval (ms) = 60,000 / BPM
Key features
- 30–300 BPM range
- Tap tempo input
- Accented downbeats
- 2, 3, 4, 6 and 8-beat time signatures
- Visual beat indicator
Common use cases
Instrument practice
Play scales locked to the click for rhythmic precision.
DJ mixing
Find the BPM of a track by tap-tempo.
Songwriting
Test how a lyric feels at different tempos.
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Pro tips
- ◆Start slower than you think — clean rhythm at 60 BPM beats sloppy at 120.
- ◆Practice with the metronome on 2 and 4 (off-beats) for a jazz feel.
Common mistakes to avoid
- ✕Playing ahead of the click. If you're "racing" the metronome, slow it down.
Frequently asked questions
Does the metronome work in background tabs?▼
Web Audio pauses in most background tabs — keep this tab foregrounded for accurate timing.
Can I subdivide beats?▼
Subdivision (8th and 16th notes) is on the roadmap.
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