Metronome 68 BPM (Adagio) — Play and Practise Online

Use this free online metronome set to 68 beats per minute — Adagio to practise guitar, drums, piano, bass or any other instrument. Zero latency, precise timing and visual feedback to keep you on the beat.

Which tempo marking is 68 BPM?

68 BPM corresponds to Adagio in the classical tempo markings.

Slow and relaxed. One of the most used tempi in classical music, and perfect for developing expression and dynamics.

Popular songs at 68 BPM

Need something to play along to? These well-known tracks are commonly cited at around 68 BPM. Tempos vary a little by recording.

•“Gymnopédie No. 1” — Erik Satie (1888)68 BPM · exact match · ≈
•“Someone Like You” — Adele (2011)67 BPM · 1 slower
•“Fix You” — Coldplay (2004)69 BPM · 1 faster

≈ Approximate — classical tempos vary by performance.

Practice tips for playing at 68 BPM

Adagio is where good players learn to shape a line. Practise here and vary the dynamic across each phrase rather than playing at one level throughout. Long tones at this tempo expose intonation problems you can hide elsewhere — check the top of each note as well as the bottom. Keep the pulse with your foot or the metronome even when the music feels like it is floating.

Warm-up exercises

Start with single quarter notes on one note, focusing on even spacing and consistent dynamics.At 68 BPM you have plenty of room to exaggerate your movements — use that to build muscle memory.Add eighths and then sixteenths as you become comfortable.

Mastering sixteenths at this speed

Sixteenths at 68 BPM means 272 notes per minute — that is 4.5 notes per second.That is very manageable — use it to develop absolute precision and evenness between the hands.

Tip: start at half speed (34 BPM) and double the note values per bar until you can hit the target tempo accurately.

Explore similar tempi

Try the neighbouring tempos to broaden your rhythmic range:

63 BPM 64 BPM 65 BPM 66 BPM 67 BPM 69 BPM 70 BPM 71 BPM 72 BPM 73 BPM

Why 68 BPM?

Between Largo and Andante, 68 BPM offers the right balance of space and movement. It suits building musicianship and expression without rushing.

How to use the metronome online

•Click Play or press Space to start.
•Adjust the BPM with the slider or the keyboard shortcuts.
•Tap tempo — click "Tap" or press T to set the tempo by tapping the rhythm.
•Visual indicators — the dots blink in sync with the audio.

Questions about 68 BPM

What does 68 BPM mean?

68 BPM means 68 evenly spaced beats per minute — about 1.1 beats each second. In the classical markings that is Adagio.

Why practise with a 68 BPM metronome?

Set the click to quarter notes and play exactly on it; halve the click to 34 BPM when you want to test whether your inner pulse holds without help. Double-time (136 BPM) is where this tempo lives for fast subdivision work.

How do I use the online metronome at 68 BPM?

Click Play or press Space to start. Adjust the BPM with the slider or the keyboard shortcuts. Use tap tempo (the Tap button or the T key) to set the tempo by tapping the rhythm. The beat indicator dots blink in sync with the audio.

Can I use a 68 BPM metronome for running or meditation?

Yes. Beyond music, a 68 BPM metronome works as a cadence for running workouts, as a breathing aid for yoga and meditation, and as a tool for reading and speech.