Reggae BPM — Typical Tempo Range

60 90 BPM
40 80 120 160 200+

Typical midpoint: 75 BPM (Adagio) — 800 ms per beat

About Reggae Tempo

Reggae typically falls between 60 and 90 BPM, creating its signature laid-back, groovy feel. The slower tempo allows the characteristic offbeat guitar skank and deep bass to breathe.

Characteristics

  • Offbeat rhythmic emphasis (skank guitar)
  • Deep, prominent bass lines
  • One-drop drum pattern
  • Roots in Jamaican musical traditions

Want to check if your track matches the typical Reggae tempo?

Use the Tap Tempo Tool

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