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How do I change the tempo?

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By ivan.codes·Updated Jul 2026·Official EP-40 Guide ↗

You can change the tempo by pressing tempo to enter tempo mode, then using the knob x knob to adjust the BPM. The knob covers a range of 60 to 180 BPM, but you can reach 40 to 399 BPM by typing the value directly on the number pad.

Adjusting tempo with the knob

Press tempo to enter tempo mode, then turn knob x to change the BPM up or down.

Typing a specific BPM

Hold tempo and type your desired tempo value using the number pads. You can even use the dot pad to enter decimal values, for example 120.5 BPM.

Adjusting metronome volume

While in tempo mode, turn knob y to adjust the metronome volume during recording.

Tempo range

The supported range is 40 to 399 BPM. The knob itself only reaches 60 to 180 BPM, so use the number pad if you need values outside that range.

Matching tempo to external audio

If you want to match your project tempo to a song or audio source, hold sample and tempo together. Riddim will listen through the mic or line input, detect the tempo, and set it automatically.

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