Calculate delay times for different note values (milliseconds)
Tip: Use ↑/↓ keys to nudge by ±0.1 BPM
Simulate musical tempo ramps and see how synced delay times evolve. Pick a note value and curve, then copy milliseconds or export CSV for automation.
| Time (s) | BPM | Delay (ms) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00 | 100.00 | 600.00 |
| 1.00 | 120.00 | 500.00 |
When tempo changes, a BPM‑synced delay retimes its buffer. Fast retiming can shift perceived pitch or smear transients. Smoother ramps (longer or exponential) or crossfading two delays reduces artifacts.
Delay isn’t just ‘echo’; it shapes rhythm and can become part of the groove. The key is aligning delay time to BPM.
By converting note values (quarters, eighths, triplets, dotted) to milliseconds, you can set plugins precisely and stay in sync.
Small offset (10–20 ms) widens the image; using different note values can create call-and-response. Keep main accents aligned to the grid.
Check wet/dry balance, pre-delay, and interactions with reverb/compression. Overlong or overwet settings can mask the source.