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# What is Beat Detector?

## What is Beat Detector?

![Beat Detector analysis results and marker settings.](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/b/c/3/1/bc31d2c8bd4ea000/m50-beat-detector-results_1ixjaq3.png)

Beat Detector analyzes music from Premiere Pro and converts detected beats into markers that can guide your edit.

## What it does

Beat Detector:

* Analyzes the entire timeline, the active In/Out range or selected clips.
* Exports the required audio for analysis.
* Detects beats and rhythm peaks.
* Displays configurable results before adding markers.

## Marker types

* **Sequence markers:** placed on the active sequence timeline.
* **Clip markers:** attached to compatible source clips.
* **Marker colors:** choose from the colors available in the results interface.

## Customization

Adjust:

* Low, medium or high sensitivity.
* Minimum and maximum BPM.
* Marker frequency.
* Marker color and placement.

Review the live marker count before confirming.

## Typical use cases

Use Beat Detector to:

* Prepare music-based edits and montages.
* Identify rhythmic cut points.
* Synchronize graphics, transitions or visual accents.
* Create a marker guide for another editor.

Continue with **How to detect beats and add markers**.