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Tools 4 Music StaffJanuary 3, 202615 min read
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Delay Time Calculations for Professional Mixing
Master tempo-synced delays with precise calculations and professional techniques for every genre.
Tools 4 Music StaffJanuary 3, 202615 min readTempo-synced delays are essential for professional mixes. When delays match your track's tempo, everything grooves together naturally.
The Delay Time Formula
Quarter note delay (ms) = 60,000 / BPM
At 120 BPM: 60,000 / 120 = 500ms
Other Note Values
| Note Value | Formula | At 120 BPM |
|---|---|---|
| Whole | Quarter x 4 | 2000ms |
| Half | Quarter x 2 | 1000ms |
| Quarter | Base | 500ms |
| Eighth | Quarter / 2 | 250ms |
| Sixteenth | Quarter / 4 | 125ms |
| Dotted Eighth | Eighth x 1.5 | 375ms |
| Triplet Eighth | Quarter / 3 | 167ms |
Professional Techniques
The Haas Effect
Ducking Delays
Use our [Delay Time Calculator](/tools/delay-time) for instant calculations, then fine-tune with our [BPM Tap Tool](/tools/bpm-tap).
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