Vinyl Record Speed Calculator
Vinyl Record Speed
Calculate adjusted playback speed and pitch change for vinyl records at different RPM settings
minutes
Formula
Speed Change = ((Playback RPM / Original RPM) - 1) x 100%
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when you play a 33 RPM record at 45 RPM?
The music plays approximately 35% faster and the pitch rises by about 5 semitones, making everything sound higher and quicker.
What are the standard vinyl record speeds?
The three standard speeds are 33 1/3 RPM for albums, 45 RPM for singles, and 78 RPM for older shellac records.