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.
Increase tempo by 1 BPM
Decrease tempo by 1 BPM
Adjust the tempo (speed) of the beat from 50 to 200 BPM. Turn the knob clockwise to increase tempo.
130 BPM
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.
Standard 16-step pattern (one bar)
Extended 32-step pattern (two bars)
Long 64-step pattern (four bars)
When enabled, the sequencer view automatically follows playback. When disabled, you can manually browse through pages during playback.
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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. You can mess around with the beat while recording.

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.

Export Your Pattern to MIDI

Export your drum patterns as MIDI files for use in your favorite DAW or hardware drum machines. Choose your target platform below.

Export your current pattern as a MIDI file that can be imported directly into your selected DAW or hardware.

Features: Exports include all pattern steps, accents, and variations optimized for each target platform.

Platforms: Choose from Ableton Live (808 Core Kit) or hardware drum machines (Behringer RD-8, Roland TR-08, AcidLab Miami, E-licktronic Yocto) with factory-default MIDI mappings.

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
  • Export to MIDI for use in popular DAWs and hardware drum machines like Behringer RD-8, Roland TR-08 and more
  • Undo/Redo functionality to experiment freely with your patterns
  • Mobile-friendly design that works on most newer smartphones and tablets

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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For documentation and help, you can visit the Documentation Page which works in portrait mode.