Online Metronome
Set the tempo and the beats in a bar, then press start. The first beat can be accented.
About Online Metronome
A metronome keeps a steady beat so you can practise in time. Set the tempo with the box, the slider or the plus and minus buttons, choose how many beats are in a bar and press Start. The first beat can be accented with a higher sound so you always know where the bar begins, and a row of squares lights up to show the beat.
The clicks are scheduled ahead using the audio clock instead of an ordinary timer, so the tempo stays steady even when the page is busy. Choose a click, a wood block or a beep, set the volume and change the tempo while it is playing. The traditional name for the speed, such as Andante or Allegro, is shown under the number.
How to use Online Metronome
- Set the beats per minute and the number of beats in a bar.
- Choose a sound and a volume.
- Press Start.
- Change the tempo with the slider while it plays.
Common uses
- Practising scales and pieces on an instrument
- Keeping time while recording
- Pacing running cadence or exercises
- Teaching rhythm in a lesson
Frequently asked questions
What tempo should I practise at?
Start slower than the target, where you can play every note correctly, then raise the tempo in small steps of about 5 beats a minute.
How many beats are in a bar for common music?
Most pop and rock is 4 beats. Waltzes have 3. Many marches have 2 and slow jigs have 6.
What do the tempo names mean?
Largo is slow, around 40 to 59. Andante is walking pace, 76 to 107. Allegro is quick, 120 to 155. Presto is very fast, 176 to 199.
Is it accurate?
Yes. Beats are placed using the audio clock, which is much steadier than a normal page timer.
Will it keep running if I switch tabs?
Browsers may slow down or pause pages in the background, so keep the page visible while practising.