BPM to Delay Time Calculator
Fill in the value and the answer updates as you type.
How the BPM to Delay Time Calculator works
Quarter note = 60,000 ÷ BPM, in milliseconds. A dotted note lasts 1.5 times as long as the straight note, and an eighth-note triplet fits three hits into one beat. Set a delay or reverb pre-delay to these times so echoes land on the groove instead of fighting it. Example: with Tempo 120 BPM, the result is Quarter note (ms) = 500; Dotted quarter (ms) = 750; Eighth note (ms) = 250.
Inputs and results
The BPM to Delay Time Calculator takes 1 input and gives 7 results.
What you enter
- Tempo (BPM) — starts at 120.
What you get
- Quarter note (ms)
- Dotted quarter (ms)
- Eighth note (ms)
- Dotted eighth (ms)
- Eighth-note triplet (ms)
- Sixteenth note (ms)
- Synced LFO, one cycle per beat (Hz)
Example: BPM to Delay Time Calculator with the starting values
With tempo 120 BPM, the calculator returns:
| Quarter note (ms) | 500 |
|---|---|
| Dotted quarter (ms) | 750 |
| Eighth note (ms) | 250 |
| Dotted eighth (ms) | 375 |
| Eighth-note triplet (ms) | 166.7 |
| Sixteenth note (ms) | 125 |
| Synced LFO, one cycle per beat (Hz) | 2 |
Change any value above and the results update straight away.
BPM to Delay Time Calculator FAQ
How do I use the BPM to Delay Time Calculator?
Enter tempo in the fields, then read quarter note (ms), dotted quarter (ms), eighth note (ms) and dotted eighth (ms) in the result panel. The answer updates as you type, and you can press Calculate or Enter to refresh it. Use “Copy link” to share your exact numbers with someone else.
What does the BPM to Delay Time Calculator calculate?
Delay, echo, and LFO times in milliseconds for any tempo. It returns quarter note (ms), dotted quarter (ms), eighth note (ms) and dotted eighth (ms) from the 1 value you provide.
What values does the BPM to Delay Time Calculator start with?
It opens with tempo 120 BPM so you can see a working result straight away. Replace them with your own numbers, or press Reset to return to these starting values.
Is the BPM to Delay Time Calculator free and private?
Yes. It is free, needs no account, and runs in your browser, so nothing you type is sent to or stored on our servers. See the Privacy Policy for details.
Can I rely on the BPM to Delay Time Calculator for important decisions?
Treat the result as a well-rounded estimate. Real situations often have details a general calculator cannot know, so confirm important decisions with a qualified professional. See the Disclaimer for more.