Improve latency
Audio latency can affect your drumming experience, especially on certain devices. Here's how to optimize your setup for the best performance and timing accuracy.
Platform-Specific Issues
Windows
Audio latency may be higher than optimal, affecting the responsiveness of drum sounds and timing accuracy.
Android
Mobile devices often have audio processing delays that can impact real-time drumming performance.
Solution: Use External Audio
For the best latency performance, mute the drum sounds in Play Drums Online and use the audio directly from your:
DAW Software
Digital Audio Workstation with optimized audio drivers
Drum Module
Built-in sounds from your electronic drum kit
Notes Not Aligned with Music?
If the notes are not correctly aligned with the music, you can manually adjust the timing to compensate for latency.
Adjust Latency Settings
Go to settings and click "adjust latency" to fine-tune the timing offset.
How to Adjust Latency
Step 1: Test Current Timing
Play along with a song and notice if your hits feel early or late compared to the visual notes.
Step 2: Access Latency Settings
Navigate to Settings → Audio → "Adjust Latency" to open the calibration tool.
Step 3: Fine-tune Offset
Adjust the timing offset until your drum hits align perfectly with the music and visual cues.
Additional Tips for Better Performance
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