Change tempo during a song
Place tempo points, set their BPM, and choose how the tempo changes between them.
Add a tempo point
BPM describes the song’s speed. Use the TEMPO panel for changes within the song.
- Move the playhead to the intended position.
- Press ADD AT PLAYHEAD.
- Set BPM and the curve, then press APPLY.
- Play from before the change to check it.
Inspect imported tempo points before adding new ones. A MIDI file may already contain the change you want.
Choose a curve
| Curve | Purpose |
|---|---|
| STEP | Switch tempo at a boundary |
| LINEAR | Change tempo along a straight slope |
| SMOOTH | Make a smooth transition |
Check the plotted line to confirm which interval you have changed, and always listen to that passage afterward.
Example: slow down the ending
- Place a point where the slowdown starts and another where it ends.
- Set the first to 120 BPM and the second to 100 BPM.
- Use a LINEAR or SMOOTH connection for the interval.
- Listen from a few bars earlier and adjust the speed and transition length.
If the change feels instantaneous, check for a STEP curve or points placed too close together.