0x808 vs TRIAZ

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Higher score 0 0x808 #2 in Drum Machine Software 9.2/10 Open source ✓ 3 of 3 features Visit 0x808

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TRIAZ #5 in Drum Machine Software 8.7/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Wave Alchemy

• 0x808 fits best

  Free open-source synthesis and sequencing

• TRIAZ fits best

  Polyrhythmic sample-based sequencing

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Side by side

Feature	00x808 9.2/10 Visit ↗	TRIAZ 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.2	8.7
Ranking	#2 in Drum Machine Software	#5 in Drum Machine Software
Best for	Free open-source synthesis and sequencing	Polyrhythmic sample-based sequencing
Pricing model	Free	Paid
Starting price	Open source	£119 one-time
Free plan	Not checked yet	—
Free trial	—	14 days
Deployment	Desktop	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS
Support	Docs	Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features 0x808 3/3 · TRIAZ 3/3
MIDI support	✓	✓
Sample import	✓	✓
Live performance tools	✓	✓
Specs
Platform	Desktop	Plugin
Sequencing mode	Hybrid	Step
Pattern tracks	16 tracks (best)	12 tracks
Our review
Pros	16-track sequencing with pattern chaining and performance controls Subtractive, FM, and wavetable synthesis with sample loading Windows, macOS, and Linux support plus VST3 and CLAP formats	12 independent channels support detailed polyrhythmic sequencing Per-step controls and Motion Sequencer add expressive automation Exports audio, stems, full mixes and MIDI to a DAW
Cons	Desktop software only, with no listed mobile platform Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of simple beat makers Plugin use depends on a compatible DAW	Runs only on macOS and Windows The £119 price is a one-time purchase with no free plan Its broad feature set may exceed simpler beat-making needs
Our verdict	0x808 is an open-source desktop drum machine and synth workstation for producers, electronic musicians, and sound designers who want sequencing, synthesis, sampling, effects, and MIDI in one application. Its 16-track step sequencer… Read the review →	TRIAZ is a drum production plugin for music producers, sound designers and artists who want detailed step sequencing alongside layered sample design. Its core structure provides 12 independent drum channels, with per-step controls for… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• 0x808 — where it wins

  • 16-track sequencing with pattern chaining and performance controls
  • Subtractive, FM, and wavetable synthesis with sample loading
  • Windows, macOS, and Linux support plus VST3 and CLAP formats

  Where it doesn't

  • Desktop software only, with no listed mobile platform
  • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of simple beat makers
  • Plugin use depends on a compatible DAW

• TRIAZ — where it wins

  • 12 independent channels support detailed polyrhythmic sequencing
  • Per-step controls and Motion Sequencer add expressive automation
  • Exports audio, stems, full mixes and MIDI to a DAW

  Where it doesn't

  • Runs only on macOS and Windows
  • The £119 price is a one-time purchase with no free plan
  • Its broad feature set may exceed simpler beat-making needs

• 00x8089.2/10 · Open source

  A broad desktop drum machine for free synthesis, sequencing, sampling, and MIDI work.

  Visit 0x808Full verdict →
• TRIAZ8.7/10 · 14-day trial

  A deep sample-based drum plugin for producers who want polyrhythmic control.

  Visit Wave AlchemyFull verdict →