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How do I find the key and BPM of a song?
The answer
Upload the song to a free key and BPM finder such as the one below. It analyses the audio in your browser and shows the key (for example A minor), the tempo in BPM and the Camelot code within seconds, with a free account.
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Step by step
- 1
Open the free Key & BPM Finder
It is on this page. Nothing to install; sign in free.
- 2
Choose the song
MP3, WAV, M4A, FLAC or even a video file.
- 3
Read the key and BPM
You get the key, the tempo, the Camelot number and the relative key. If the BPM feels twice as fast or slow, use the half-time or double-time value.
Tips
- To check a tempo by ear, tap along with the free Tap Tempo tool.
- Need each chord, not just the key? The Chord Finder shows every chord change.
- Song too high or low for you? Change its key with the free Pitch Changer.
Questions
Can I find the key of a song without an instrument?
Yes. A key finder works it out from the recording, so you don’t need to play anything.
Is it free?
Yes. It is completely free, with a free account: no limit and no watermark. It runs in your browser, so your audio stays on your device.
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