Online Metronome | BPM and Beat Practice
Play a browser metronome with BPM, beat count, accents, and start/stop controls for music practice and timing drills.
Practice with a Browser Metronome
Set BPM and beats per measure to hear a steady click for instrument practice, vocal warmups, rhythm drills, dance timing, and tempo checks.
Choosing the Right Tempo
Start slower than the target speed when learning a passage, then increase BPM gradually. Consistent timing matters more than rushing through mistakes.
When a Metronome Helps
Use it for scales, strumming, drum rudiments, sight-reading, recording preparation, and building steady rhythm without opening a separate music app.
About This Tool
Online Metronome plays a steady beat at any tempo you set in beats per minute. It supports different time signatures and accent patterns, making it useful for music practice, rhythm training, and tempo calibration.
When to Use It
Use this during instrument practice to maintain a consistent tempo, when learning a new piece at a slow tempo before building up speed, or when calibrating the tempo of a backing track.
How to Use
- Set the tempo in beats per minute using the slider or input field.
- Select the time signature.
- Click Start to begin the metronome click.
- Adjust the tempo while playing to change speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a typical tempo for different music styles?
Slow ballads are around 60 to 80 BPM, pop and rock is typically 100 to 140 BPM, and fast dance music ranges from 120 to 180 BPM.
Should I always practise with a metronome?
Metronome practice builds internal rhythm and exposes timing inconsistencies. It is most valuable during the learning phase of a piece, not necessarily during performance.
What is a time signature?
A time signature like 4/4 means four beats per bar. The top number gives the beat count and the bottom number gives the note value that equals one beat.