BPM by genre

House

Curated by se7en beatlab · updated September 2026

Electronic · 4 subgenres mapped

124 BPM typical

Range: 118–130 BPM

House is defined by its four-on-the-floor kick at 120–128 BPM, with 124 BPM as the classic center. Sub-genres nudge that range: deep house slightly slower, progressive slightly faster.

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Typical structure

Intro (DJ-friendly, drums first) → build → drop/main groove → breakdown → second drop → outro. Arrangements are mix-ready with long intros/outros.

Subgenres

Subgenre	Typical	Range
Deep house	122	118–125
Tech house	125	122–128
Afro house	123	120–126
Progressive house	126	124–130

Production notes

The foundation is a steady four-on-the-floor kick with an open hi-hat on the off-beats and a clap on beats 2 and 4. Keep the kick and bass locked and sidechained. 124 BPM is the safe default for clubs. Swing the hats a touch for groove. Deep house leans on warm chords and space; tech house on percussion and a tight, rolling bass.