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WebSynths is a free collection of browser-based musical instruments, and its main tools are WebSynths Grooves (a beat box/drum machine), WebSynths Samples (downloadable sound packs), and WebSynths Microtonal (a deep internet synthesizer). You can start with any of them directly in a browser; the site also links to a chat page and social channels for community and updates.
The main tools at a glance
| Tool | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| WebSynths Grooves | "The internet beat box" — a browser-based beat/drum machine | Making beats quickly without installing software |
| WebSynths Samples | "Fresh sounds, free to download" — sample packs | Getting free sounds to use in your own projects |
| WebSynths Microtonal | "The deepest internet synthesizer" — a full-featured polyphonic synthesizer | Exploring synthesis and microtonal tuning in depth |
| WebSynths Chat | A community/chat page | Talking with other users and following the project |
WebSynths Grooves
Grooves is described as "the internet beat box," so it is the entry point if you want to program or play beats in the browser. There is a "5 Minute Quickstart" video listed on the site, which suggests the intended workflow is short and approachable: open the page, follow the quickstart, and start building a pattern. If you are new to browser music tools, this is the most immediate place to begin.
WebSynths Samples
Samples is a library of "fresh sounds, free to download." The site also references a video about "Making the Distorted Nines pack," which indicates the packs are curated sound sets rather than a single generic download. Use this if you need source material for a DAW, a sampler, or another instrument rather than a self-contained instrument page.
WebSynths Microtonal
Microtonal is called "the deepest internet synthesizer," and the site describes WebSynths overall as including a "full-featured polyphonic synthesizer." That makes Microtonal the choice when you want more control over sound design and tuning rather than just beats or samples. Expect a steeper learning curve than Grooves, since "deepest" implies more parameters and options.
Community and supporting pages
Beyond the instruments, the site includes WebSynths Chat and links to Facebook, YouTube, and a contact address ([email protected]). These are useful for following updates, seeing demos, or asking questions — not for making music directly.
How to choose
- Want to make a beat right now: start with WebSynths Grooves and its 5-minute quickstart.
- Need sounds to use elsewhere: go to WebSynths Samples and download a pack.
- Want to design synth sounds and explore tuning: open WebSynths Microtonal.
- Want to follow or discuss the project: use WebSynths Chat or the linked social channels.
WebSynths is described as a free resource for any musician with internet access, supported by patrons via patreon.com/WebSynths. The site does not state that any tool requires an account or payment, so the practical requirement is simply a browser and an internet connection.