Free tool
Tap tempo calculator
Tap the button in time with the music and this tool averages the gaps between your taps to work out the tempo in beats per minute. Four taps gives a usable figure and eight gives a reliable one. Use it to find the speed of a recording, or to set a metronome to a tempo you can feel but cannot name.
-- BPM
Tap at least four times. Eight or more gives a steadier reading.
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Questions
Common questions
How many times should I tap?
At least four. Eight or more gives a steadier average, because it smooths out any unevenness in your tapping.
What is a normal tempo?
Most popular music sits between 90 and 130 BPM. Ballads run slower, around 60 to 80.
Can I send this tempo to the metronome?
Yes, the metronome on this site has tap tempo built in, so you can tap and start in one place.