What is a click track?

A click track is a metronome-like audio track used in music recording and production to help musicians stay in time during a recording session. The click track provides a consistent tempo for the musicians to follow, ensuring that all parts of the song are played at the same speed and rhythm.

Click tracks can be programmed to match the tempo of the song being recorded, and can be set to different time signatures and tempos as needed. They are often played through headphones worn by the musicians, allowing them to hear the click track without it bleeding into the recorded tracks.

Click tracks are commonly used in recording studios for both live and multi-track recording sessions, as well as in live performances to keep bands and performers in sync with each other. They are especially useful when recording to a grid-based digital audio workstation (DAW), where precise timing is crucial.