The Ultimate Rhythm Companion

Step is the first fully customizable drum machine in pedal format. Whether you’re in the studio, on stage, or crafting beats on the go, Step is your ultimate creative partner. It’s an instrument, co-writer, live accompaniment, and the perfect bandmate for your empty studio sessions.

With hands-free control, seamless performance features, and deep customization options, Step is built for everyone—from experimental artists pushing creative boundaries, to acoustic performers looking to add rhythm, to beginners practicing at home. Whatever your musical vision, Step is ready to bring it to life.

Instant Creativity with Endless Possibilities

Whether you’re jamming with over 350 preset rhythms and 200 drum kits or designing intricate beats from scratch, Step offers tools to match your workflow. Loop a 16-step pattern and jam freely, or combine patterns into full 16-pattern songs. From simple grooves to complex, generative drum beats, Step puts the creative power at your feet while remaining intuitive and easy to use.

A Dynamic Drum Machine for Live and Studio Use

Expressive and Humanized Beats:

Use features like an instant humanize option, velocity control, micro-move, and step probability to create dynamic, evolving rhythms that feel alive—or lock in precision for robotic perfection.

Effortless Live Performance:

Dedicated stomp-switches let you activate punch-in effects, switch songs, or change patterns without missing a beat. Assign over 50 FX types, including repeaters, delays, and rearranges, to elevate your live transitions or solos.

Seamless Integration:

Sync Step with your delay pedals, looper, or other MIDI-enabled gear. Exchange patterns between Step and Polyend’s Play or Play+ grooveboxes to create a cohesive workflow.

The Perfect Bandmate

Step keeps your entire setup in sync. Its MIDI input and output allow you to lock in with your other gear, ensuring everything plays perfectly together. Whether you’re controlling playback, layering beats, or transitioning between patterns, Step ensures your performance stays tight and professional.

Why Polyend Step?

Step reimagines what a drum pedal can do, adding the depth of features and character from Polyend sequencers. Its intuitive controls combine instant playability with deep customization, making it ideal for creators at every level. Whether you're improvising, composing, or performing, Step is your rhythm machine, collaborator, and creative engine.

Unleash your creativity with Polyend Step — a drum machine that works as hard as you do.

Features:

4-Track Drum Machine – Craft rich, multi-layered rhythms.

Instant Pattern Generator - Turn the “Beat” knob to select a rhythm and audition drum kits with the “Kit” knob.

Per-Step Parameter Sequencer – Customize each beat with unparalleled detail.

16 Patterns per Song – Build complex arrangements with ease.

Punch-in FX – Assign up to 16 unique effects per song for instant transitions.

Instant Song Switching – Keep the energy flowing with seamless live transitions.

Hands-Off Control – Tap tempo, switch patterns, and activate punch-in FX effortlessly.

Deep Customization Options:

Adjust per-track swing, speed, and length.

Add step probability, randomized playback, polyrhythms, and polymeters.

Parameter Locking – Control over 15 parameters per track, including volume, repeats,

panning, and more.

MIDI and Expression Pedal Compatibility – Integrate Step into your rig with MIDI sync or assign an expression pedal for real-time control of parameters like tempo, volume, and effects.

1000 songs - Create and save up to 1000 songs and lock them in place to avoid any unwanted changes during performances.