Online drum machine and beat maker
Build beats step by step. The drum machine has a 16-step grid with seven tracks (kick, snare, hi-hat, clap, tom, key and synth) and a tempo from 60 to 200 BPM.
Start from a preset such as Rock Beat, Funk Groove, Hip-Hop, Trap, Reggae, Breakbeat or Dubstep, change the steps, and record the result.
How to play the drum machine with your computer keyboard
- Click steps on the 16-step grid to add or remove hits.
- Space starts and stops playback; C clears the pattern; B loads a basic beat.
- Arrow up and down change the tempo by 5 BPM.
- Switch to Sequencer mode for more drum kits and swing.
What you can do on the virtual drum machine
- 16-step sequencer with 7 tracks
- Tempo from 60 to 200 BPM
- Presets: Basic, Rock, Funk, Hip-Hop, Electro, Jazz, Latin, Reggae, Trap, Breakbeat and Dubstep
- Keyboard shortcuts for play, clear and tempo
- Record your beat
- Can be played in live music rooms with friends
2 drum machine types to choose from
- Beat Maker: Program and loop beats on a step grid, starting from ready-made beat patterns.
- 16-Step Sequencer: A 16-step drum sequencer with tempo, swing, drum kits and quick patterns for building grooves.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a beat online for free?
Open the drum machine, pick a preset or start empty, click the steps where you want each drum to hit, and press Space to play.
Is the virtual drum machine free?
Yes. The drum machine is free to play in your browser with no download and no sign-up. You can record and save favourites without an account; a free sign-in adds music rooms and Google Drive backup.
What BPM is a hip-hop or trap beat?
Hip-hop is usually around 85–95 BPM and trap around 130–150 BPM (often felt at half time). Set the tempo slider and try the Hip-Hop and Trap presets.