Upload a Song for Nightcore

Drop a song here to make it faster, brighter, and higher in energy, or or import from:

Build the Nightcore sound

The classic formula starts at 125% speed and raises the pitch by three semitones.

New duration--
Pitch lift+3 semitones

What Is Nightcore Music?

Nightcore turns a song into a faster, higher-energy version by raising both tempo and pitch. The best-known setting is 125% speed with a +3 semitone lift.

The classic formula

At 125% speed, a 120 BPM track becomes 150 BPM. A +3 semitone lift supplies the bright, animated vocal character associated with Nightcore.

More than a speed-up

Tempo and pitch change together, so the result feels intentionally transformed instead of simply rushed.

Tune the intensity

Start with the classic preset, then move from 100% to 150% speed and -12 to +12 semitones to create a softer or more extreme version.

Preview first, export your format

The Nightcore preview is processed with peak protection in your browser. In the result area, choose WAV for uncompressed audio, MP3 or M4A for compact sharing, FLAC for lossless compression, or OGG for an open format.

How to Make Nightcore Audio Online

The classic preset is ready as soon as you load a song, while custom controls remain available for a different energy level.

  1. 1

    Upload your song

    Load a supported audio file from your device, recording, cloud storage, or a supported link.

  2. 2

    Choose a Nightcore preset

    Select Classic Nightcore for 125% speed and +3 semitones, or use Soft Lift, High Energy, and Custom to shape the result.

  3. 3

    Preview, choose a format, and download

    Create the processed track and listen to the result. In the audio result area, choose WAV, MP3, M4A, FLAC, or OGG, then download your finished Nightcore audio.

Use Nightcore for Edits, Gaming, and Workouts

Anime and action edits

Pair a faster, brighter track with fast cuts, training sequences, gameplay action, and animated highlights.

Gaming montages

Give kill compilations, speedruns, and competitive highlights a stronger sense of pace and momentum.

Workout playlists

A higher BPM can make runs, cardio sessions, and high-intensity training feel more driven.

Creative remix experiments

Test classic, subtle, and extreme settings to find a version that complements the source song.

Nightcore vs. a Sped-Up Song

Both treatments make a song feel faster, but Nightcore deliberately changes pitch as well as tempo.

NightcoreTempo-only speed-up
TempoUsually 125% for the classic styleAny faster tempo you choose
PitchRaised with the tempo, commonly +3 semitonesKept close to the original pitch
SoundBright, high-pitched, and energeticFaster and more urgent, but less transformed
120 BPM example150 BPM with a higher key150 BPM while retaining the original key
Best forAnime edits, gaming montages, and high-energy playlistsQuick tempo changes where the original vocal tone should remain familiar

The Nightcore preset starts at 125% speed with a +3 semitone lift. Use Custom when the source track needs a different balance.

Nightcore Maker FAQ

What is Nightcore music?

Nightcore is a faster, higher-pitched version of a song. The recognizable style raises tempo and pitch together, creating brighter vocals and a more energetic feel than the original track.

Upload an audio file, start with the Classic Nightcore preset, or set your own speed and pitch. Create the result, preview it, choose an export format, and download the finished Nightcore audio directly from your browser.

A common starting point is 125% speed with a +3 semitone pitch lift. For example, a 120 BPM song becomes 150 BPM. Use a lighter setting for a subtle edit or increase both controls for a more intense Nightcore sound.

Yes. Choose Custom to adjust speed and pitch independently. This is useful when you want a faster song with a smaller vocal lift, or a brighter key without pushing the tempo as far.

Yes. Speeding up audio shortens its running time. At 125% speed, a four-minute song becomes about three minutes and twelve seconds. The editor shows the estimated new duration before you create the file.

After previewing the Nightcore result, choose WAV for uncompressed audio, MP3 or M4A for everyday sharing, FLAC for lossless compression, or OGG when an open format fits your workflow. The same speed and pitch settings are used for every export format.

Yes. The Nightcore effect and export run locally in your browser, so your audio does not need to be sent to a processing server. No account is required to make and download an edit.

You can create an edit for your own listening or content workflow, but you still need the rights or permission to use the original music publicly. Platforms may identify copyrighted audio, limit availability, or direct monetization to the rights holder.

A standard sped-up song usually focuses on tempo while keeping the original key. Nightcore is defined by changing tempo and pitch together, which produces the signature higher vocal tone and high-energy character.