BPM by genre
Dembow
Curated by se7en beatlab · updated July 2026
115
BPM typical
Range: 110–125 BPM
Dominican dembow is faster and rawer than reggaeton, usually running 110–120 BPM with 115 as the center. The relentless, repetitive percussion loop is the whole point — energy over arrangement.
Subgenres
| Subgenre | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican dembow | 115 | 110–120 |
| Dembow / pop crossover | 118 | 112–124 |
Production notes
Built on the 'pou-pou-pa' percussion loop with a driving kick and a sharp, bright snare/timbale. Tempos around 115 BPM keep it frantic and danceable. Vocals are chant-like and repetitive. Keep the low end tight; the genre lives in the mids and highs of the percussion.
Typical structure
Loop-based: intro hit → chant hook → verse → hook, with frequent percussion drops. Arrangements are short and high-energy.
FAQ
How many BPM is dembow?
Dominican dembow is typically 110–120 BPM, centered around 115 BPM.
Is dembow faster than reggaeton?
Yes. Dembow (110–120 BPM) is noticeably faster and more frantic than reggaeton (90–96 BPM).
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