200 BPM Metronome
200 beats per minute is extreme speed, beyond normal physical endurance. It falls in the presto / prestissimo range. Press play below for a steady click at exactly 200 BPM, then read on for the tempo markings, genres, and songs that live at this speed.
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About 200 BPM
200 BPM sits at the boundary between presto and prestissimo, marking the threshold of extreme musical speed. At this pace, music delivers over three beats per second, creating an overwhelming wall of rhythmic intensity. This tempo is almost exclusively found in extreme metal subgenres and experimental electronic music where pushing limits is the entire point.
Tempo Markings
200 BPM falls within the following tempo markings:
What 200 BPM Feels Like
Extreme speed, beyond normal physical endurance
Common Genres
- Death Metal, Extreme death metal blast beats pound at 200 BPM
- Speedcore, Speedcore electronic music starts at 200+ BPM
- Grindcore, Grindcore's furious tempos regularly hit 200 BPM
Songs at 200 BPM
- Angel of Death, Slayer
- Hammer Smashed Face, Cannibal Corpse
- Tornado of Souls, Megadeth
Nearby Tempos
FAQ
What tempo marking is 200 BPM?
200 BPM sits at the boundary between presto (168-200 BPM) and prestissimo (200+ BPM). It is the threshold of the fastest standard tempo marking in music.
How do drummers play at 200 BPM?
Playing at 200 BPM requires years of dedicated practice, excellent technique, and complete physical relaxation. Drummers use techniques like blast beats, gravity rolls, and efficient pedal technique to sustain these speeds.
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