50 BPM Metronome
50 beats per minute is very slow, like a resting heartbeat during deep relaxation. It falls in the largo range. Press play below for a steady click at exactly 50 BPM, then read on for the tempo markings, genres, and songs that live at this speed.
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About 50 BPM
50 BPM is a very slow tempo squarely within the largo range, evoking breadth and spaciousness. Each beat lasts 1.2 seconds, giving performers and listeners ample time to absorb every note. This tempo is common in classical largo movements, ambient music, and ballads that aim for a deeply reflective mood.
Tempo Markings
50 BPM falls within the following tempo markings:
What 50 BPM Feels Like
Very slow, like a resting heartbeat during deep relaxation
Common Genres
- Ambient, Sparse ambient soundscapes often settle around 50 BPM
- Classical, Largo movements sustain this broad, expansive tempo
- Downtempo, Downtempo electronic tracks sometimes dip to 50 BPM
Songs at 50 BPM
- An Ending (Ascent), Brian Eno
- Spiegel im Spiegel, Arvo Part
- Nude, Radiohead
Nearby Tempos
FAQ
What tempo marking is 50 BPM?
50 BPM falls within largo (40-60 BPM), meaning 'broadly.' It conveys a sense of spaciousness and grandeur.
What kind of music is at 50 BPM?
Classical largo movements, ambient music, slow ballads, and meditative pieces commonly use tempos around 50 BPM. It is ideal for deeply expressive, contemplative music.
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