Free Online Metronome
Practice piano chords, scales, songs, and rhythm with a precise online metronome. Set your tempo, choose a time signature, or use Tap Tempo to match the music.
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Tap at least 3 timesSpace to start or stop
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Tempo markings
How to use this metronome
- Set the BPM with the slider, plus/minus buttons, or Tap Tempo.
- Choose a time signature: 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, or 6/8.
- Adjust volume so the click is clear but comfortable.
- Press Start, or use the Space bar, and play along with the pulse.
- When you are ready for guided chord drills, open Go Practice.
Tempo-marking guide
Classical tempo markings are useful starting points. Use the presets in the metronome above, or aim for these common BPM values while you practice.
- Largo
- About 50 BPM
- Adagio
- About 70 BPM
- Andante
- About 90 BPM
- Moderato
- About 110 BPM
- Allegro
- About 140 BPM
- Presto
- About 180 BPM
Piano practice suggestions
- Start slow with chord changes—many pianists improve faster at 60–80 BPM before speeding up.
- Practice scales and arpeggios with a steady click so both hands stay even.
- Use 3/4 or 6/8 when a waltz or compound feel matters more than common time.
- Tap Tempo to match a recording, then loop a short phrase until the changes feel automatic.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this online metronome free?
- Yes. The Looty Chords online metronome is free to use in your browser. Set the tempo, choose a time signature, tap the tempo, and practice without creating an account.
- What BPM range does the metronome support?
- You can set any tempo from 40 to 200 BPM using the slider, plus and minus buttons, Tap Tempo, or the tempo-marking presets.
- Which time signatures are available?
- Version 1 includes 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, and 6/8. In 2/4, 3/4, and 4/4 the first beat of each bar uses the accent click. In 6/8, beats 1 and 4 use the accent click so the common compound grouping is easier to feel.
- How does Tap Tempo work?
- Press Tap Tempo in time with the music. After a few taps, the metronome calculates the average interval and sets a matching BPM between 40 and 200. If you pause too long, the tap history resets.
- Can I use this metronome for instruments other than piano?
- Yes. Although Looty Chords is built for piano chord practice, the metronome works for guitar, drums, voice, scales, sheet music, and any exercise that needs a steady pulse.
- How is this different from the metronome in Go Practice?
- This page is a standalone practice tool with a larger public interface, Tap Tempo, and keyboard start/stop. Go Practice uses the same reliable timing engine while also advancing chord prompts, assessments, and practice sessions.
Ready for Guided Chord Practice?
Use the same reliable metronome timing inside Go Practice, with randomized chord prompts that build muscle memory in every key.