Metric Modulation Calculator

Set the starting groove, choose a pulse to keep steady, then count that same pulse in the new groove. The calculator shows the new tempo and lets you see and hear how the transition works.

Starting Groove

Tempo counted in quarter-note beats.

Same Pulse

New Groove

Tempo counted in quarter-note beats.

New Tempo

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Same pulse

The pulse does not speed up or slow down; only its musical meaning changes.

See the groove change

Starting Groove

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Same Pulse

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N/A

New Groove

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N/A

Starting Groove Keep This Pulse New Groove

Advanced details
Tempo ratio (new : starting)
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Tempo multiplier
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Starting beat unit
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New beat unit
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Kept pulse duration
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Same-pulse relationship
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Calculation
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