Marching Band Sound Delay

This app is used to determine how delayed a sound will be between two points on the marching field.

Simply enter the tempo and set the distance on the field and the app will return the delay:

• approximated to the closest note value
• in milliseconds (ms)
• as a fraction of 1 beat

Additionally, past calculations can be saved for future reference.

This app is also a good resource to better your understanding of sound delay and learn best practices for managing sound delay in a marching ensemble.

Get clear and informative tips for:

• Metronome Placement
• Section Responsibilities as it relates to sound delay