Lloyd's Online TR-808 Drum Machine

Start/Pause the sequencer. You can also use the spacebar to start/pause.
Stop the sequencer and return to the beginning.
130 BPM
Adjust the tempo (speed) of the beat from 50 to 200 BPM. Turn the knob clockwise to increase tempo or use the + and - buttons.
Off
Add swing to the rhythm by delaying every other step slightly. Turn left for no swing, right for maximum swing, creating a groove feel.
Clear all active steps in the sequencer. Note: This action can be undone using the Undo button!
Go back to the previous state of your pattern. Undo multiple steps by clicking repeatedly.
Redo a previously undone action. Restore multiple steps by clicking repeatedly.
Save your current pattern and settings to a file that you can load later.
Load a previously saved pattern from a file.
Open the documentation page with complete instructions.
Clean sound with no saturation effect.
Low saturation effect, adding subtle warmth and character to the sounds.
High saturation effect, adding strong warmth and distortion to the sounds.

Record and Export Your Beats to WAV

Record your drum patterns as high-quality audio files for use in your DAW or sharing with others.

Start recording your pattern as a WAV file. Recording and the sequencer will start automatically if not already playing.
Start Record
Stop recording and automatically download the WAV file.
Stop Record

Note: Maximum recording time is 5 minutes. The WAV file will automatically download when recording stops.

Browser compatibility: The recording and exporting to WAV functionality only works in modern browsers with full Web Audio API support.

About This Online TR-808 Drum Machine

Welcome to Lloyd's Online TR-808 Drum Machine, a free web-based recreation of the legendary Roland TR-808 rhythm composer. This virtual drum machine allows you to create, edit, and play electronic drum patterns directly in your browser without any downloads or installations.

Features include:

  • 16-step sequencer for creating classic drum patterns
  • Multiple drum variations for each instrument, providing authentic 808 sounds
  • Adjustable tempo from 50 to 200 BPM
  • Swing functionality to add groove to your beats
  • Saturation controls for adding warmth and character to your sounds
  • Volume control for each drum instrument
  • Save and load patterns to store your favorite beats and share them with others
  • Record audio output as high-quality 24-bit WAV files for use in your DAW
  • Undo/Redo functionality to experiment freely with your patterns
  • Mobile-friendly design that works on tablets and smartphones

Whether you're a professional music producer, a beginner exploring electronic music production, or just someone who wants to have fun creating beats, this online drum machine provides an intuitive interface for musical expression.

Start by clicking the play button and toggling steps in the sequencer to create your rhythm. Experiment with different drum variations, adjust the tempo, and add swing for a more human feel. The saturation controls let you add character to your sounds, from clean digital precision to warm analog-style distortion.

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