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Behringer BMX Hybrid Sampling Drum Machine

8-voice Hybrid Sampling Drum Machine with 24 Pads, Sample Recording, 64-step Sequencer, Wave Designer, Dual-mode Filter, LCD Screen, and MIDI
$459.00
Or $77.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
Bundle Savings Available!
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Akai Professional MPC Sample Portable Groovebox

Groovebox with 16 Performance Pads, Sampler, Sequencer, 60 FX Types, 106 Kits, Internal Mic, Speaker, MIDI I/O, Sync Out, USB-C, Rechargeable Battery, and microSD Reader
$399.00
Or $12.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Rated 4.6/5 Stars (13)
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$200.00 Off While Supplies Last!

Akai Professional MPC XL Standalone Music Production Center

Multimode Groovebox with 16 MPCe 3D Performance Pads, Step Sequencer, Sampler, Performance Touch Strip, 16GB RAM, 225GB SSD, 24-channel USB-C Audio Interface, 16 Q-Link Knobs, 16 CV Outs, 256-voice Polyphony, and 10.1" Multi-gesture Touchscreen
$2,699.00
Or $75.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Rated 4.8/5 Stars (11)
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Akai Professional MPC Live III Standalone Music Production Center

Groovebox with 16 MPCe 3D Performance Pads, Performance Touch Strip, Step-sequencer, Sampler, Speakers, FX, Rechargeable Battery, USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface, and Bundled Software
$1,699.00
Or $48.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Bundle Savings Available!
Rated 4.9/5 Stars (11)
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Akai Professional MPC Sample Portable Groovebox with MicroSDXC Card - 512GB

Groovebox with 16 Performance Pads, Sampler, Sequencer, 60 FX Types, 106 Kits, Internal Mic, Speaker, MIDI I/O, Sync Out, USB-C, Rechargeable Battery, and MicroSDXC Card - 512GB
$499.00
Or $14.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Elektron Digitakt II 16-track Stereo Drum Computer and Sampler

16-track Stereo Drum Machine, Sampler, and Groove Sequencer with Variable Track Modes, Sample Library, Per-track Modulation, 128-step Sequencer, FX, Euclidean Sequence Generator, Swappable Filters, 4 Trigger Modes, 5-pin MIDI In/Out/Thru, Stereo Audio I/O, and Headphone Out
$1,099.00
Or $31.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Bundles Available!
Rated 4.0/5 Stars (6)
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MPC Key 37 Standalone MPC Production Keyboard $200.00 Off!

Akai Professional MPC Key 37 Standalone MPC Production Keyboard

37-key Hybrid Production Keyboard Controller with 1,000+ Presets, 16 Performance Pads, 4 Q-link Knobs, Aftertouch, Pitch/Mod Wheels, 7" Touchscreen, Extensive I/O, 32GB Storage, and MPC3 Software
$699.00
Or $20.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Rated 4.6/5 Stars (18)
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Roland SP-404MKII Linear Wave Sampler

Sampler Workstation with Pattern Sequencer, 16 Performance Pads, Mic/Guitar Input, Stereo Line I/O, MIDI I/O, 2 Headphone Outputs, 16GB Onboard Storage, and Native Serato Support
$499.99
Or $14.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Rated 4.6/5 Stars (20)
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Roland TR-1000 Rhythm Creator

Drum Machine with 16 Analog TR-808/TR-909 Circuits, ACB, FM, VA, and PCM Engines, 21 x 8X/9X Circuit-bent Presets, TR-REC Step-sequencer, FX, Morph Slider, MIDI I/O, DIN Sync, Trig I/O, 10 x Audio/Trig Out, Stereo Sampler, USB-C, and USB-A
$2,699.99
Or $75.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Rated 5.0/5 Stars (4)
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Behringer LmDrum Hybrid Sampling Drum Machine

Drum Machine with 109 Sounds, 64-step Sequencer, Dual-mode Filter, and Wave Designer
$459.00
Or $77.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
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Rated 4.4/5 Stars (11)
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Native Instruments Maschine MK3 Production and Performance System with Komplete Select

Groove Production Control Surface and 24-bit/96kHz USB 2.0 Audio Interface with Groove Production Software, 8GB of Samples, and Komplete Select Software Bundle - macOS/Windows Standalone, AAX Native, AU, VST3
$489.00
Or $14.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Bundle Savings Available! Certified Open Box available for $440.10
Rated 4.6/5 Stars (58)
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Ableton Move Standalone Instrument

4-track Instrument with 1,500+ Preset Sounds and Instruments, 32 RGB-backlit Performance Pads, 9 Rotary Encoders, 16 Multifunctional Buttons, Sampler, 16-step Sequencer, Arpeggiator, Polyphonic Aftertouch, FX, OLED Display, Ableton Link, and Bundled Software - macOS/Windows
$499.00
Or $84.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
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Rated 4.7/5 Stars (20)
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Elektron Tonverk $100.00 Off!

Elektron Tonverk Polyphonic Multisampler

16-track Polyphonic Sampler with Internal and External Routing Capability, Built-in Recorder, Onboard FX, and Mono/Stereo Sample Playback
$1,499.00
Or $42.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Bundles Available!
Rated 5.0/5 Stars (1)
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Arturia DrumBrute Impact Analog Drum Machine

Analog Drum Machine with 10 Drum Sounds, 64-step Pattern Sequencing, Song Mode, and Distortion Effect
$299.00
Or $50.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
Rated 4.6/5 Stars (27)
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Elektron Syntakt 12-voice Drum Computer and Synthesizer

12-voice Drum Machine, Synthesizer, Sequencer, and Groove Machine, with 4 Analog Voices, 8 Digital Voices, 12 MIDI Tracks, and 64-step Sequencer
$1,099.00
Or $31.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Bundles Available! Certified Open Box available for $989.10
Rated 4.8/5 Stars (16)
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Behringer RD-78 Analog Drum Machine

Analog Drum Machine with 15 Drum Sounds, 34 Rhythm Patterns, 10 Independent Outputs, Pattern Chaining, and MIDI/USB Interfacing
$199.00
Or $34.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
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AlphaTheta SLAB Controller for Serato Studio

MIDI Control Surface for Serato Studio with 16 Performance Pads, Stems Level Controls, Touch-sensitive Encoders, Expression Touch Strip, OLED Display, and USB-C Cable
$329.00
Or $55.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
Rated 5.0/5 Stars (2)
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Ableton Push 3 Standalone

Hardware Instrument and Ableton Live Control Surface with 64 Expressive Pads, Built-in Audio/MIDI Interface, and Onboard Processor
$1,799.00
Or $300.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
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Rated 4.9/5 Stars (7)
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Ableton Push 3 Standalone - Live 12 Suite Edition $100.00 Off!

Ableton Push 3 Standalone - Live 12 Suite Edition

Ableton Push 3 Hardware Instrument/Control Surface and Live 12 Suite Software
$2,099.00
Or $59.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Bundle Savings Available! Certified Open Box available for $1,979.10
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1010music Bento Sampling Production Studio

Hybrid Sampler/Sequencer with 2 Synthesis Modes, 5 Track Types, 16 Performance Pads, Velocity/Pressure Sensitivity, Touchscreen, FX, TRS MIDI, and microSD Card
$899.00
Or $150.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
Certified Open Box available for $809.10
Rated 3.9/5 Stars (7)
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Erica Synths x Hexinverter HexDrums Drum Synthesizer

Drum Synth with 10 Sound Sources (8 x Analog, 2 x Sample-based), Step-sequencer, Pattern Designer, Micro Timing, Drive, Song Mode, MIDI I/O, Per-voice Outputs, and USB-B
$1,559.00
Or $44.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Rated 5.0/5 Stars (1)
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$49.99 Bundle Savings

Akai Professional MPC Live III Standalone Music Production Center with Case

Groovebox with 16 MPCe 3D Performance Pads, Performance Touch Strip, Step-sequencer, Sampler, Speakers, FX, Rechargeable Battery, USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface, Bundled Software, and Waterproof Case
$1,869.00
Or $52.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Native Instruments Maschine+ Standalone Production and Performance Instrument

Standalone Groove Production Control Surface and 96kHz/24-bit Audio Interface with Groove Production Software, 8GB of Samples, and Maschine+ Selection Software Bundle
$999.00
Or $28.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Bundle Savings Available!
Rated 4.4/5 Stars (21)
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Yamaha FGDP-50 Finger Drum Pad Controller

Finger Drum Pad with 18 Performance Pads, 8 RGB-backlit Assignable Pads, 48 Preset Drum Kits, Audio/MIDI Over USB, DAW Compatibility, Aftertouch, Velocity Sensitivity, Onboard Recording, Speaker, 3.5mm Audio I/O, LCD Screen, USB Cable, USB Conversion Adapters, and Headphones
$289.99
Or $49.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
Bundle Savings Available! Certified Open Box available for $260.99
Rated 4.2/5 Stars (19)
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Novation Circuit Tracks Groovebox

Standalone Groove Production Workstation with 2 Synth Tracks, 2 MIDI Tracks, 4 Drum tracks, Onboard Effects Section, and Built-in Rechargeable Battery
$469.99
Or $14.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Bundles Available!
Rated 4.6/5 Stars (18)
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Roland P-6 Creative Sampler

Compare Hardware Sampler with Onboard Mic, Button-type Keyboard, Step Sampling, Chop Function, 64-step Sequencer, MFX, and Companion Software Editor
$269.99
Or $45.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
Bundles Available! Certified Open Box available for $242.99
Rated 4.4/5 Stars (11)
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Behringer TD-3-MO-AM Analog Bass Line Synthesizer - Yellow

All-analog Bass Synthesizer with 16-step Sequencer, Arpeggiator, 4-pole Resonant VCF, Overdrive, and Poly Chain Capability
$199.00
Or $34.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
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Rated 4.3/5 Stars (9)
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Akai Professional MPC Studio Music Production Controller and MPC Software

Complete Groove Production Hardware Control Surface and Software System with 128-track Sequencer, 100+ Instruments and Effects, and VST Plug-in Support - macOS/Windows
$199.00
Or $34.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
Certified Open Box available for $183.08
Rated 4.5/5 Stars (19)
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$15.99 Bundle Savings

Roland SP-404MKII Linear Wave Sampler and Gig Bag

Sampler Workstation with Pattern Sequencer, 16 Performance Pads, Mic/Guitar Input, Stereo Line I/O, MIDI I/O, 2 Headphone Outputs, 16GB Onboard Storage, and Gig Bag
$549.99
Or $16.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Korg Volca Beats Analog Drum Machine

Analog Drum Machine with 16-step Sequencer, 10 Drum Parts, MIDI Input, Sync I/O, and Stutter Effect
$149.99
6 Month Special Financing Available‡
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Rated 4.3/5 Stars (33)
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Elektron Octatrack MKII 8-track Performance Sampler

8-track Sampling Workstation/Sequencer with Real-time Pitch Shifting and Time Stretching - Black
$1,799.00
Or $50.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Rated 4.8/5 Stars (7)
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Korg KR-11 Compact Rhythm Box

16-pad Drum Machine with 126 Patterns, 14 User Preset Slots, Velocity Sensitivity, Tap Tempo, 2 x 1/4" Footswitch In, 3.5mm Audio Out, and Onboard Speakers
$124.99
6 Month Special Financing Available‡
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Rated 4.3/5 Stars (5)
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Behringer Rhythm Designer RD-8 Mk2 Analog Drum Machine

Analog Drum Machine, with 16 Sounds, Analog Filter and Wave Designer Effects, 11 Individual Outputs, MIDI In/Out/Thru, USB, 3 Trigger Outs, and Sync I/O
$319.00
Or $54.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
Rated 4.6/5 Stars (18)
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$29.99 Bundle Savings

Akai Professional MPC XL Standalone Music Production Center with Case

Multimode Groovebox with 16 MPCe 3D Performance Pads, Step Sequencer, Sampler, Performance Touch Strip, 16GB RAM, 225GB SSD, 24-channel USB-C Audio Interface, 16 Q-Link Knobs, 16 CV Outs, 256-voice Polyphony, 10.1" Multi-gesture Touchscreen, and Molded ATA Case
$3,099.00
Or $87.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Elektron Analog Rytm MKII 8-voice Analog Drum Computer and Sampler

Analog Drum Machine with 8 Drum Voices, Sampling, Analog Distortion, Multimode Filters, and Step Sequencer - Black
$2,199.00
Or $62.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
Bundles Available! Certified Open Box available for $2,069.10
Rated 5.0/5 Stars (9)
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$30.00 Off While Supplies Last!

Behringer Syncussion SY-1 Dual-channel Analog Percussion Synthesizer

80HP 2-voice, 2-channel Analog Percussion Synthesizer with 6 OSC Modes, 2 VCOs, 2 LFOs, 2 LPFs, S/H, 2 x Trigger In, 2 x 1/4" Audio Out, 5-pin MIDI In/Thru, USB-B 2.0, and Eurorack-compatible Housing
$219.00
Or $37.00 suggested monthly payment§ with 6 month‡ special financing
Rated 4.5/5 Stars (5)
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$49 Bundle Savings

Akai Professional MPC Live III Standalone Music Production Center with Backpack

Groovebox with 16 MPCe 3D Performance Pads, Performance Touch Strip, Step-sequencer, Sampler, Speakers, FX, Rechargeable Battery, USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface, Bundled Software, and Gear Backpack
$1,899.99
Or $53.00/month§ with
36 month financing*
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Korg Volca Drum Physical Modeling Drum Synthesizer

Drum Machine with 16-step Sequencer, 6 Dual-layer Drum Parts, MIDI Input, and Sync I/O
$149.99
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Behringer RD-6-SR Analog Drum Machine - Silver

Analog Drum Machine, with 8 Drum Voices, 16-step Sequencer, Pattern Chaining, 2 x Trigger Outputs, and USB/MIDI Connectivity - Silver
$139.00
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Native Instruments Maschine Mikro MK3 Production and Performance System with Software

Complete Groove Production Hardware Control Surface and Software System - macOS/Windows Standalone, AAX Native, AU, VST3
$269.00
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Yamaha Seqtrak Mobile Music Ideastation - Black & Gray

Mobile Music Creation Module with 128-note Polyphony, Advanced Wave Memory 2, 4-operator FM Synthesis Engine, Sampler, Sequencer, FX, Rechargeable Battery, and Bundled Software - Black & Grey
$299.99
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Behringer TD-3-MO-BK Analog Bass Line Synthesizer - Black

All-analog Bass Synthesizer, with 16-step Sequencer, Arpeggiator, Four-pole Resonant VCF, Overdrive, and Poly Chain Capability - Black
$199.00
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Explore Drum Machines & Samplers at Sweetwater


Drum machines have matured immensely since the Rhythmicon — a large, gangly forerunner to today's drum machines — debuted in the early 1930s. Fast-forward to 1980, when the Linn LM-1 burst onto the scene as the first drum machine to use digitally sampled sounds, attracting diverse acts like Prince and Devo. The Linn LM-1 would ultimately be overshadowed by Roland's TR-808, also released in 1980. The analog TR-808 (and later TR-909) have continued to shape electronic, hip-hop, house, R&B, and other genres — have a listen to Marvin Gaye's "Sexual Healing" and Kanye West's 808s and Heartbreak for reference. While drum machines were originally conceived to fill in when live drums and drummers weren't available, they've revealed their own avenues of creativity.


MIDI: Connecting Drum Machines and Samplers Like Never Before


With breakthroughs in MIDI, software, etc., today's drum machines are more capable and affordable than ever. The phrase, drum machine, refers to an electronic instrument that has a) built-in sequencing and b) an onboard controller used for playing beats, grooves, or rhythmic compositions. Drum machines are often played, or controlled, via touch-sensitive pads. Drum machines typically come with plenty of built-in drum sounds and the ability to modulate and shape these tones; many units also have bass and synth tones. Built-in sequencers allow users to program up to sixteen instruments simultaneously for complex beats and compositions. Several inputs and outputs, MIDI support, and onboard effects come standard.


Enter the Drum Machine and Sampler Renaissance


Sweetwater carries a host of different drum machines, each with its unique special features and advantages. The Alesis SR-16 is a powerful yet affordable place to start. It has 233 included sounds, twelve playable pads, and two footswitch jacks. Whereas the SR-16 is digital, the Korg Volca Drum is analog; it boasts a 16-step sequencer, Sync I/O, and a built-in unique stutter effect. Better yet, it weighs less than a pound, so players can carry it anywhere. The Roland AIRA Compact T-8 combines the signature sound capabilities of both the 808 and 909 drum machines, plus additional new features. On the other hand, the Elektron Syntakt has a 64-step sequencer and onboard 12-bit sampling.


Drum Machine FAQs


"What's the difference between a drum machine and a drum module?"


It might be helpful to differentiate between drum machines and drum modules. Drum modules are sound modules that specialize in percussive sounds. But since most lack a built-in sequencer, they're not technically drum machines. Many drum modules also lack built-in triggers; they can't be played in their standalone form, so they must be connected to some external playable controller or interface. Most of the time, drum modules act as the "brain" of electronic drum kits; they generate sounds triggered by external pads. For more information, swing by our Drum Modules category and to see the latest offerings.


Freshen Up Your Beat Production with Sweetwater


From drum machines and samplers, Sweetwater's got 'em, and our Sales Engineers are happy to help you find your groove. These machines have something for musicians of every genre and budget.


Interested in learning more about drum machines and samplers? Check out the following articles:

"Drum Machine vs. Sampler: What's the Difference?" | inSync
"Drum Machines: A Brief History of Automated Rhythm" | inSync
"Choosing the Best Drum Machine on Any Budget" | inSync
"Must-see Drum Machines and Sequencers" | inSync
"What Is a Sampler and How Does It Work?" [VIDEO] | inSync

What are the most popular brands for Drum Machines & Samplers on Sweetwater.com?


What are the most popular Drum Machines & Samplers on Sweetwater.com?


  1. Akai Professional MPC XL Standalone Music Production Center

    11 reviews

    $2,699.00

  2. Roland SP-404MKII Linear Wave Sampler

    20 reviews

    $499.99

  3. Elektron Syntakt 12-voice Drum Computer and Synthesizer

    16 reviews

    $1,099.00

  4. Native Instruments Maschine MK3 Production and Performance System with Komplete Select

    58 reviews

    $489.00

  5. Ableton Push 3 Standalone

    7 reviews

    $1,799.00

Why shop Drum Machines & Samplers at Sweetwater.com?


With a massive selection of Drum Machines & Samplers, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about Drum Machines & Samplers, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.