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Best Drum Machines 2025

Top-rated drum machines 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $500 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Electronic Music For Hip Hop For Techno For House For Trap For Beat Making
BRANDS: Elektron SOMA Behringer Korg
Twisted Electrons BlastBeats - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Twisted Electrons BlastBeats

by Twisted Electrons
Techno Hip Hop Beat Making
Key Feature:
• Often includes bass and synth sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes bass and synth sounds
  • • Great for live electronic performance
✗ CONS
  • • Limited to rhythmic and percussive sounds
  • • May not suit acoustic music styles

Twisted Electrons BlastBeatsFM Desktop Drum ComputerWith OPL3 (YMF262) FM chip used in old Soundblaster cards of the...

⭐ 4.8/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 533929
$659
Buy at Thomann View Details
Elektron Syntakt EVA Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Elektron Syntakt EVA Case Bundle

by Elektron
Techno Hip Hop House
Key Feature:
• Step sequencing for pattern creation
✓ PROS
  • • Step sequencing for pattern creation
  • • Often includes bass and synth sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Limited to rhythmic and percussive sounds
  • • May not suit acoustic music styles

Elektron Syntakt EVA Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Elektron Syntakt*12 Track Drum Machine And Synthesizer*8...

⭐ 4.7/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 577113
$1,110
Buy at Thomann View Details
Elektron Syntakt - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Elektron Syntakt

by Elektron
Hip Hop House Trap
Key Feature:
• Often includes bass and synth sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Great for live electronic performance
  • • Perfect for electronic music production
✗ CONS
  • • Programming can be complex initially
  • • Sound palette may become repetitive

Elektron Syntakt12 Track Drum Machine And Synthesizer8 Digital tracks: 10 selectable machinesdigital overdrivedigital...

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 541892
$1,096
Buy at Thomann View Details
Elektron Model:Cycles Cover Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Elektron Model:Cycles Cover Bundle

by Elektron
Trap Beat Making Techno
Key Feature:
• Built-in drum and percussion sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Step sequencing for pattern creation
  • • Great for live electronic performance
✗ CONS
  • • Sound palette may become repetitive
  • • Not suitable for melodic instrument needs

Elektron Model:Cycles Cover Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Elektron Model:Cycles*6 Track FM groove box*6 Machines:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 539359
$380
Buy at Thomann View Details
Jomox Alpha Base MKII - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Jomox Alpha Base MKII

by Jomox
Trap Techno Beat Making
Key Feature:
• Built-in drum and percussion sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Step sequencing for pattern creation
  • • Perfect for electronic music production
✗ CONS
  • • Not suitable for melodic instrument needs
  • • Sound palette may become repetitive

Jomox Alpha Base MKIIAnalogue Drum Synthesiser11 Instruments: kick drummembraneclosed hi-hatopen hi-hatclaprim...

⭐ 4.9/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 600754
$2,089
Buy at Thomann View Details
Elektron Syntakt Bag Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Elektron Syntakt Bag Bundle

by Elektron
House Hip Hop Trap
Key Feature:
• Step sequencing for pattern creation
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes bass and synth sounds
  • • Perfect for electronic music production
✗ CONS
  • • Programming can be complex initially
  • • Sound palette may become repetitive

Elektron Syntakt Bag Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Elektron Syntakt*12 Track Drum Machine And Synthesizer*8 Digital...

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 565116
$1,121
Buy at Thomann View Details
Roland TR-08 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Roland TR-08

by Roland
House Hip Hop Trap
Key Feature:
• Perfect for electronic music production
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for electronic music production
  • • Step sequencing for pattern creation
✗ CONS
  • • May not suit acoustic music styles
  • • Programming can be complex initially

Roland TR-08Drum machineCompact replica of the legendary TR-808 drum machineSound characterbehaviour and user interface...

⭐ 4.5/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 419461
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
SOMA Pulsar-23 Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

SOMA Pulsar-23 Black

by SOMA
Techno Beat Making House
Key Feature:
• Often includes bass and synth sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for electronic music production
  • • Often includes bass and synth sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Sound palette may become repetitive
  • • Not suitable for melodic instrument needs

SOMA Pulsar-23 BlackOrganismic Drum MachineSemi-modular design with more than 100 patch points (metal pins)Four...

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 504300
$2,264
Buy at Thomann View Details
SOMA Pulsar-23 Pink (Screw) - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

SOMA Pulsar-23 Pink (Screw)

by SOMA
Trap Techno House
Key Feature:
• Perfect for electronic music production
✓ PROS
  • • Step sequencing for pattern creation
  • • Built-in drum and percussion sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Sound palette may become repetitive
  • • Not suitable for melodic instrument needs

SOMA Pulsar-23 Pink (Screw)Organismic Drum MachineMore than 100 patch points designed as M3 threaded rodsSemi-modular...

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 593291
$1,649
Buy at Thomann View Details
SOMA Pulsar-23 Rust (Screw) - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

SOMA Pulsar-23 Rust (Screw)

by SOMA
House Techno Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Perfect for electronic music production
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes bass and synth sounds
  • • Built-in drum and percussion sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Programming can be complex initially
  • • May not suit acoustic music styles

SOMA Pulsar-23 Rust (Screw)Organismic Drum MachineSpecial edition with oxidised metal housingMore than 100 patch points...

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 618426
$1,814
Buy at Thomann View Details
Polyend Step - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Polyend Step

by Polyend
Beat Making Techno Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Built-in drum and percussion sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Step sequencing for pattern creation
  • • Built-in drum and percussion sounds
✗ CONS
  • • May not suit acoustic music styles
  • • Programming can be complex initially

Polyend StepDrum Computer4-track drum machineStep sequencer with 16 steps and 16 patterns per track350 presets200 drum...

⭐ 4.9/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 609589
$549
Buy at Thomann View Details
Elektron Model:Samples - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Elektron Model:Samples

by Elektron
Beat Making Trap House
Key Feature:
• Step sequencing for pattern creation
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in drum and percussion sounds
  • • Great for live electronic performance
✗ CONS
  • • Programming can be complex initially
  • • Limited to rhythmic and percussive sounds

Elektron Model: Samples6 Track Groovebox and Sampler6 Audio tracks (can also be used as MIDI tracks)6 Velocity...

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 457085
$329
Buy at Thomann View Details
Clavia Nord Drum 3P - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Clavia Nord Drum 3P

by Clavia Nord
Electronic Music House Trap
Key Feature:
• Perfect for electronic music production
✓ PROS
  • • Great for live electronic performance
  • • Perfect for electronic music production
✗ CONS
  • • Limited to rhythmic and percussive sounds
  • • Not suitable for melodic instrument needs

Clavia Nord Drum 3PModelling Percussion Synthesizer6 ChannelsIntegrated multi-pad and kick-pad inputSimplified user...

⭐ 4.7/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 386116
$769
Buy at Thomann View Details
SOMA Pulsar-23 White - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

SOMA Pulsar-23 White

by SOMA
Hip Hop Electronic Music Trap
Key Feature:
• Great for live electronic performance
✓ PROS
  • • Step sequencing for pattern creation
  • • Perfect for electronic music production
✗ CONS
  • • Limited to rhythmic and percussive sounds
  • • Not suitable for melodic instrument needs

SOMA Pulsar-23 WhiteOrganismic Drum MachineSemi-modular design with more than 100 patch points (metal pins)Fournalogue...

⭐ 4.5/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 504301
$2,254
Buy at Thomann View Details
Elektron Model:Cycles ECC-5b Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Elektron Model:Cycles ECC-5b Bundle

by Elektron
Electronic Music Hip Hop Beat Making
Key Feature:
• Perfect for electronic music production
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes bass and synth sounds
  • • Perfect for electronic music production
✗ CONS
  • • Sound palette may become repetitive
  • • May not suit acoustic music styles

Elektron Model:Cycles ECC-5b Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Elektron Model:Cycles*6 Track FM groove box*6 Machines:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 593385
$362
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Drum Machines

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced drum machines typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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