The Free Online Metronome That Perfects Your Practice
Your practice partner for perfect rhythm. Powerful, simple, and free, our online metronome is designed to help you internalize timing and perfect your practice.
Quick Start in 3 Steps
- Press Play to hear the default click.
- Drag the Slider to find your desired tempo.
- Tap the Beat Blocks to customize accents and subdivisions.
New to metronomes? Check out our guide on How to Practice With a Metronome to get started.
Your Complete Rhythm Toolkit
Precision Tempo Control
Set the perfect speed for any exercise, from 40 to 300 BPM.
How Tempo Control Works
- Drag the slider for quick adjustments.
- Use the
+and-buttons for fine-tuning. - Click the number to type in an exact BPM.
Ideal For
- Gradually increasing speed on scales and exercises.
- Nailing the exact tempo of a specific recording.
Tap Tempo
Instantly find the BPM of any song you're hearing or thinking of.
How Tap Tempo Works
- Simply tap the "Tap" button along with the rhythm.
- The metronome automatically calculates and sets the tempo.
Best For
- Quickly matching the speed of a song you're learning by ear.
- Finding the tempo of a riff you just wrote.
Custom Time Signatures
Go beyond 4/4 and master any meter imaginable.
How Time Signatures Work
- Set the top number ("Beats Per Measure").
- Set the bottom number ("Note Value").
Perfect For
- Practicing in odd meters like 5/4 or 7/8.
- Internalizing the feel of waltzes (3/4) or ballads (6/8).
Advanced Subdivisions & Accents
Program intricate rhythms, not just simple clicks.
How Subdivisions Work
- Click a beat's volume bar to create accents or rests.
- Click the "1x" button below a beat to add subdivisions (e.g., 2x for eighths, 3x for triplets).
Great For
- Practicing swing rhythms, syncopation, and polyrhythms.
- Simulating drum patterns to make practice more musical.
Learn more about musical subdivision and how to master rhythm with your metronome.
Beat Unit Definition
Change the core pulse to match how you feel the music.
How Beat Units Work
- Toggle between the quarter note (
♩) and eighth note (♪) icons. - This changes whether the BPM counts the main beat or the "in-between" beat.
Ideal For
- Practicing fast passages where the eighth-note pulse is dominant.
- Building a solid rhythmic foundation in compound meters.
Custom Sound Styles
Choose a click sound that cuts through the mix and keeps you focused.
How Sound Styles Work
- Open the "Sound style" menu.
- Select your preferred click sound.
Best For
- Finding a tone that doesn't clash with your instrument.
- Reducing ear fatigue during long practice sessions.
Learn More About Metronome Practice
How to Practice With a Metronome: A Guide for Beginners
This beginner's guide transforms the metronome into your best tool for building flawless rhythm and confidence.
What is Subdivision in Music? A Guide to Mastering Rhythm
Stop just playing on the clicks and learn how to feel the space between them. This guide explains musical subdivision and provides step-by-step metronome drills.
We're always looking for ways to improve the metronome.