Delay and Reverb Time Calculator

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Calculates delay times (in milliseconds) or pre-delay/reverb times based on tempo (BPM).

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Tempo (BPM) and Note Value in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Quarter Note Delay Time (ms) and Delay Time (ms) in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Tempo (BPM): 120; Note Value: Quarter Note

Quarter Note Delay Time (ms): 500; Delay Time (ms): 500

Tempo (BPM): 120; Note Value: Eighth Note

Quarter Note Delay Time (ms): 500; Delay Time (ms): 250

Tempo (BPM): 120; Note Value: Dotted Eighth Note

Quarter Note Delay Time (ms): 500; Delay Time (ms): 375

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