Why it's best: The Boss DR series drum machine is the best choice for the money and has many great features and sounds. The machine is durable and well known. Since there were many previous working versions that were also first in their class, the Dr Rhythm Machines have been a great way to make beats and easily save them in song and loop patterns.... Read Full Review
Why it's a best pick: The MPC line has always been a great drum machine, and with the lit key pads on playback, this machine is useful and part of your "light show" from the programming deck. The MPC XR20 is an extraordinary piece of equipment to own.... Read Full Review
Why it's a best pick: The AKAI MPC500 is one of the most known drum machines recognized by the music making community. Akai made the 500 a drum machine, sampler and file loading system to be amazingly enjoyable and understandable to many people, hence its popularity.... Read Full Review
Why it's a best pick: Many drum machine sounds have been taken from the SR16, and this has been one machine that introduced touch sensitive sounds from a drum machine pad. The SR 16 has been a great machine for years and continues to be a great "go-to" drum machine.... Read Full Review
Why it's a best pick: The Zoom RT 233 is a solid basic drum machine that allows for bass rhythms to be added to drum beats and elongated patterns to assist artists in a live settings. The many presets and patterns helps entertainers create more variety in recording songs and performing in live settings.... Read Full Review
