Beat Machine
Create beats with a step-sequencer drum machine.
Build a beat
A drum machine lets you program a rhythm by placing drum sounds on a grid of steps, building a repeating beat. This is a step-sequencer drum machine in your browser, so you can create beats without any equipment.
Place sounds on the grid to build a beat.
How step sequencing works, and why it's fun
The step sequencer is a wonderfully intuitive way to make rhythm: the beat is divided into steps across a grid, and you switch on the steps where you want each drum sound to hit — a kick here, a snare there, hi-hats filling in — and the machine loops through the pattern, playing your beat. This makes rhythm visual and immediate, so you can build and tweak a beat by ear, hearing changes instantly as you add or remove hits. It is a great way to learn how beats are constructed, understand rhythm and how different drum sounds work together, and simply have fun making music. The step-sequencer approach has been at the heart of electronic music production for decades precisely because it is so direct and hands-on. Whether you want to experiment with rhythm, sketch a beat, learn how grooves are built, or just play, a browser drum machine puts beat-making within reach of anyone, no gear required.
Frequently asked questions
How does a step sequencer work?
The beat is divided into steps on a grid, and you switch on the steps where each drum sound should hit — the machine loops the pattern, playing your beat.
What is it good for?
Learning how beats are built, understanding rhythm, sketching a beat, or simply making music for fun — no equipment required.
Is anything uploaded?
No. It runs entirely in your browser.