# Beat Station - Drum Machine — Drum Loops & Metronome

> Digital drum machine with loops, metronome, and MIDI control for musicians. (iPhone/iPad app by Sonar Multimedia.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-station-drum-machine/id1207156644 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sonar Multimedia](https://appshunter.io/developer/992774946)
- Category: Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 496 App Store ratings · 144 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 209 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, French (France), Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), British English, Korean
- Released: 2019-01-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-station-drum-machine/id1207156644/reviews.md

## What is Beat Station?

The Beat Station is a rhythm machine for practicing guitar, bass, keyboard, or any type of instrument, and also brings to production and live performance the ease of not requiring live drums and a drummer.  You can control verse, chorus, transition, fill, intro, and outro sections using different modes of operation. Connect Bluetooth MIDI Pedalboard lets you control all sections hands-free.  When you hear the rhythm patterns and start to control them live, it is truly like a versatile drummer playing along with you.

LOOP MODE
Easily play rhythm patterns with loop pads. Each rhythm style includes 12 rhythm patterns: intro, verse, chorus, six fills, two transitions, and outro.  You can switch rhythm patterns in real-time as needed during your performance. 

PEDAL MODE
You can use the Pedal mode to play rhythm patterns with four footswitches. By using a Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard, you can perform operational tasks without having to take your hands off of your instrument.

SONG MODE
You can connect rhythm patterns to create a complete drum track that's appropriate for your own song, and play it automatically.

Features
• 6 ultra-realistic drum sets
• Over 1700 drum loops, 136 rhythm styles in 15 genres
• Easily play rhythm patterns with three modes
• Inter-App Audio support
• Audio background mode
• Export your songs as audio files
• Full MIDI implementation
• MIDI Controller support
• MIDI Learn
• Send MIDI to DAW or other apps
• Ableton Link integration
• Keep your projects up to date across all devices using iCloud

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Beat Station Pro Subscription
- Get All Genres of Rhythm (Over 1700 Drum Loops)
- Unlimited Projects
- Export Audio
- MIDI Output

• $2.99(USD)/Month 
• $22.99(USD)/Year

Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase.

PRIVACY POLICY: https://sonarmusic.app/beatstation/privacy/
TERMS OF USE: https://sonarmusic.app/beatstation/terms/

## Key features

- Realistic drum sets
- Extensive drum loop library
- Multiple control modes (Loop, Pedal, Song)
- Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard support
- Inter-App Audio and background audio
- Export songs as audio files
- MIDI implementation and DAW integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beat Station Pro (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Beat Station Pro (Yearly) | $22.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beat Station Pro (Lifetime) | $59.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Beat Station?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Versatile beat options
- 🎸 Great for guitarists and musicians
- 🎧 Realistic drum sounds

**Cons**

- 🔒 Subscription-only model
- 🔒 Lack of one-time purchase option
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 💸 Perceived as overpriced

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Subscription issues (unable to restore purchases)
- App freezing or closing unexpectedly
- Blank tutorial screens
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between beats

**Most requested features**

- More beat variety (Latin, jazz, waltz, etc.)
- Ability to import custom drum samples
- Tempo and style changes within a song
- Midi export option
- Better tutorial and customer support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 144)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beat-station-drum-machine/id1207156644/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Inclusão de MIDI

*2026-07-03*

Poderia permitir adição de MIDI

### 5/5 — Enfin!

*2026-05-15, version 3.1.6*

Simple et efficace (2Deux qualités assez rares chez les drummer! :)

### 5/5 — Cool app

*2026-01-24, version 3.1.6*

I’m really enjoying this app

### 3/5 — Best options

*2025-10-16, version 3.1.6*

I like the app a little bit but I’m wondering why there’s not more classic Latin styles like cha cha rhumba beguine mambo etc. Also no soca/calypso beat

### 1/5 — Pro is not enabled after payment

*2025-10-14, version 3.1.6*

Please help

### 2/5 — Un pochino truff….

*2025-10-10, version 3.1.6*

L’app prometteva un periodo di prova di tot giorni ma mi ha fatto ugualmente l’addebito… mo vediamo se li restituiscono… l’idea è buona ma app molto incompleta, i nomi dei pattern sono troppo generici e non si riescono a identificare… inoltre vorrei più automatismi… che dopo il fill ritorni sul main… così come è non è molto usabile in live… suoni migliorabili

### 5/5 — Everything I need

*2025-07-10, version 3.1.6*

I wanted a drum player with some basic country and blues loops. This fits the bill perfectly.  The Rock loops are extra money but I don’t use them as much. Also the sounds of the different drums are  quite realistic. They don’t sound as harsh as some of the other apps.  Easy interface, clean screens. Overall, a great basic drum machine.

### 5/5 — Bugs

*2025-07-06*

Got the free version.
”Auto-accent” not working at all; also seems to affect ”Play repeatedly” in song mode.

Apart from that, best drum machine around 👍

### 3/5 — うん。

*2025-05-27*

再生してる時に流れる｢スーーッ｣というホワイトノイズを止めて欲しい。

### 1/5 — Inutile

*2025-03-15*

Inutile

## Frequently asked questions about Beat Station

### What does Beat Station do?

Beat Station is a rhythm machine designed for musicians to practice, produce, and perform. It offers realistic drum sounds, a vast library of drum loops across various genres, and multiple modes for controlling song sections. It aims to provide the functionality of a live drummer without needing one.

### What are the key features of Beat Station?

Key features include 6 ultra-realistic drum sets, over 1700 drum loops in 136 rhythm styles, three distinct control modes (Loop, Pedal, and Song), and support for Bluetooth MIDI pedalboards for hands-free operation. It also offers Inter-App Audio, background audio playback, and the ability to export songs as audio files.

### How much does Beat Station cost?

The app offers a subscription model called Beat Station Pro. This subscription provides access to all genres of rhythm, unlimited projects, audio export, and MIDI output. It is available for $2.99 USD per month or $22.99 USD per year. Payment is handled through your Apple ID, and subscriptions can be managed or canceled in your App Store account settings.

### What devices is Beat Station compatible with?

The app supports Inter-App Audio and Audio background mode, suggesting compatibility with iOS devices that support these features. It also integrates with Ableton Link and has full MIDI implementation, allowing it to connect with DAWs and other music production software and hardware.

### How can I use Beat Station for my music?

Beat Station can be used in several ways. For practice, it serves as a metronome and drum accompaniment. For production, you can create complete drum tracks by connecting rhythm patterns in Song Mode and export them as audio files. For live performance, the Pedal Mode with a Bluetooth MIDI pedalboard allows for hands-free control of song sections, acting like a versatile drummer accompanying you.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.6 — 2023-11-09

This update contains bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 3.1.5 — 2023-05-18

This update contains bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 3.1.4 — 2023-03-02

This update contains bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 3.1.3 — 2023-01-30

We made improvements and squashed bugs so Beat Station is even better for you.

### 3.1.2 — 2023-01-28

We made improvements and squashed bugs so Beat Station is even better for you.

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