We just launched Beat One - a new music sequencer for Mac
Hey r/macapps!
I’m part of the team behind Beat One, and we’ve just launched our first version. We built it for people who want a more approachable way to start making music on Mac without jumping straight into a full-scale DAW.
Problem: Sometimes you just want to turn an idea into a track without spending hours learning a complex workflow or setting everything up first.
Comparison: Compared with full-scale DAWs like Logic Pro, Beat One is intentionally more focused and lightweight. It brings together audio & MIDI tracks, a Step Sequencer, Piano Roll, built-in instruments and samples, microphone recording, mixing, and export in a simpler workflow.
Pricing: Beat One offers both subscription and lifetime purchase options. $3.99/month, $19.99/year with a 3-day free trial, or $29.99 for lifetime access. All core features are available to try for free.
For anyone who’d like to test the full feature set, we’ve unlocked a promo code for 1 month of full access: REDDITBEATONEPROMO
The code is valid until July 31. If you run into any issues redeeming it, just let us know and we’ll be happy to help!
Mac App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/beat-one-easy-music-sequencer/id6759310310?mt=12
This is only our first version, and we’re just getting started. We’d genuinely love your honest feedback - what’s missing, what feels off, and what should we build next?
Criticism, feature requests, and wild ideas are all welcome 😄