BPM by genre

Techno

Curated by se7en beatlab · updated September 2026

Electronic · 3 subgenres mapped

132 BPM typical

Range: 125–150 BPM

Techno covers a wide tempo band, 125–150 BPM, depending on the strain. Melodic techno is slower and hypnotic (~126); peak-time driving techno centers around 132–135; hard techno pushes 140–150.

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Subgenres

Subgenre	Typical	Range
Melodic / deep techno	126	122–130
Peak-time / driving techno	134	130–138
Hard / industrial techno	145	140–150

Production notes

A relentless four-on-the-floor kick is the heartbeat — make it deep and punchy. Layer hypnotic, evolving synths and minimal percussion that morphs over long stretches. Techno is about tension and gradual change, not big drops. Keep elements mono-compatible and let filters/automation carry the arrangement.

Typical structure

Long intro → gradual layering → peak → stripped breakdown → re-build → outro. Built for long DJ transitions; energy evolves slowly.

FAQ

How many BPM is techno?

Techno typically runs 125–150 BPM. Melodic techno sits around 126, peak-time around 132–135, and hard techno 140–150.

What is a good BPM for melodic techno?

Melodic and deep techno usually sit around 122–130 BPM for a hypnotic feel.

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