This bpm delay reference table shows the quarter note delay (ms) for a range of tempo values. Every figure is computed with the same engine that powers our BPM Delay Calculator, so the numbers are exact.
| Tempo | Quarter note delay (ms) | Eighth note delay (ms) | Dotted eighth delay (ms) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 BPM | 2,000.0 | 1,000.0 | 1,500.0 |
| 60 BPM | 1,000.0 | 500.0 | 750.0 |
| 90 BPM | 666.7 | 333.3 | 500.0 |
| 120 BPM | 500.0 | 250.0 | 375.0 |
| 180 BPM | 333.3 | 166.7 | 250.0 |
| 240 BPM | 250.0 | 125.0 | 187.5 |
| 360 BPM | 166.7 | 83.3 | 125.0 |
| 600 BPM | 100.0 | 50.0 | 75.0 |
| 840 BPM | 71.4 | 35.7 | 53.6 |
| 1,200 BPM | 50.0 | 25.0 | 37.5 |
How to use this table
Find the row closest to your tempo and read across to the quarter note delay (ms). For a value between two rows, the real figure sits between them — or enter your exact numbers in the BPM Delay Calculator for a precise answer.
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