How this tempo feels
A hard run that leaves you breathing quickly. It takes focus to stay with it.
Where it's used
Used in fast punk and hardcore, drum and bass (felt in half-time), and fast jazz.
Beat math
At 160 BPM the beat falls 160 times a minute. Here's the math.
Beats per minute
160 beats
One beat lasts
0.38s(375ms)
Beats per second
2.67 beats
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Practice tips
Accuracy is harder to keep at this speed, so building the movement solidly at a slower tempo and stepping up gradually is often recommended.
Frequently asked questions
How fast is 160 BPM?
Quite fast — a running pace that leaves you breathing hard. Staying exactly with it takes focus.
Where is 160 BPM used?
In fast punk and drum and bass. Counted in half, it can feel like 80 BPM.