Setlist Timer Calculator
Calculate total set time based on number of songs, average song length, and breaks between songs.
Plan your perfect setlist.
Total Set Time
Setlist timing helps musicians plan their performance to fit a given time slot.
Total Set Time = (Songs × Average Song Length) + ((Songs - 1) × Break Between Songs)
Typical timings:
- Average song: 3–4 minutes
- Break between songs: 15–30 seconds (tuning, banter)
- Longer banter/intro: 1–2 minutes
Standard set lengths:
- Opening act: 20–30 minutes (5–8 songs)
- Support act: 30–45 minutes (8–12 songs)
- Headline set: 60–90 minutes (15–22 songs)
- Festival headline: 90–120 minutes (20–30 songs)
Tips:
- Always prepare 2–3 extra songs in case you run short
- Account for sound check time separately
- Leave time for encore if expected (usually 2–3 songs)
- Place your strongest songs at the start and end