Music Glossary: tempo

Guide metronome delivered to performers/engineer to maintain synchronization. more

Short slap/tempo delays to add depth and stereo without wash. more

A tempo change derived from a prior subdivision/equivalence, creating a precise new tempo. more

Tempo ramps (±5–10 BPM) and back-off steps to stabilize technique. more

Explicit BPM indication attached to a note value (e.g., ♩=76). more

Tempo-dependent ratio (≈2:1 to 1.2:1); calibrate to drummer and style. more

Estimate BPM within ±3–5 by counting and calibrating to references. more

Creating a tempo grid from a human take for later overdubs and editing while preserving feel. more

Export tempo/signature changes and markers so collaborators can sync edits and automation precisely. more

Plan push/pull across sections; use ritard/accelerando landmarks. more

Indication of speed via Italian terms and/or metronome marks (e.g., Allegro ♩=120). more