About This Item
Description
A guitar-pedal-sized drum machine that gives you hands-free control of studio-quality, human-feeling drum beats without programming a single pattern.
Which BeatBuddy is this?
The BeatBuddy family has three current pedals. The BeatBuddy 2 is the new-generation model with HD drum kits, Autopilot mode, and SuperSwitch support. The BeatBuddy 10th Anniversary Edition is the original BeatBuddy in a limited black-and-gold finish. The BeatBuddy Mini 2 is the compact drum-pedal-sized option with built-in content.
- vs. BeatBuddy 2: BeatBuddy 2 is a larger, newer pedal with an SD card slot, stereo 24-bit audio, full-size MIDI ports, SuperSwitch/expression-pedal support and a bigger color screen; the Mini 2 is a compact, fixed-content, mono 16-bit pedal built for affordability and pedalboard space, with no MIDI or SD expansion.
- vs. BeatBuddy 10th Anniversary Edition: The BeatBuddy Anniversary Edition (the original BeatBuddy design) has an SD card slot for expandable content, 24-bit stereo audio, USB and MIDI (via adapter) connectivity; the Mini 2 drops all of that for a smaller, simpler, fixed-content pedal at a lower price.
Why guitarists choose this pedal
- Same ~500 patterns, 220+ songs, 9 drum kits and 24 genres as the original BeatBuddy, in a smaller, lower-cost pedal
- No SD card slot — content is fixed/built-in rather than expandable, unlike the full-size BeatBuddy models
- 16-bit mono audio output (vs 24-bit stereo on BeatBuddy Anniversary/BB2)
- Includes a 9V power supply in the box, unusual at this price point
- Larger, easier-to-hit foot switch redesigned from the original Mini for better bare-foot playability
Controls and switches
- All-purpose foot switch – starts/stops songs and triggers fills, transitions, intros/outros with a tap
- Volume wheel
- Genre/Song/Tempo combined control knob – push-and-turn to browse genres, songs, and set tempo
Power and pedalboard compatibility
- Voltage: 9V DC
- Current draw: 300 mA
- Polarity: center negative, standard 5.5 × 2.1 mm barrel
- Battery: no – battery operation not supported; 9V DC power supply included in the box
- Bypass: Digital dry through (buffered passthrough of instrument signal, not true bypass)
Technical specifications
| Model / SKU | Singular Sound BeatBuddy Mini 2 Drum Machine Pedal · SKU 868361000073 |
|---|---|
| Barcode (GTIN) | 868361000073 |
| ASIN | B07GDTH9RF |
| Topology / Technology | Sample-based digital drum machine engine playing non-quantized MIDI-triggered recordings of professional drummers, 16-bit / 44.1kHz stereo-source audio played back in mono; fixed internal content (no SD card slot) |
| Bypass | Digital dry through (buffered passthrough of instrument signal, not true bypass) |
| Power | 9V DC |
| Current draw | 300 mA |
| Battery | no – battery operation not supported; 9V DC power supply included in the box |
| Connections | 1/4-inch (TS) input, 1/4-inch (TS) output, 1/4-inch TRS footswitch input (for optional Footswitch+), 9VDC power supply jack |
| Enclosure (L × W × H) | 11.1 x 5.8 x 3.3 cm |
| Weight | 300 g |
| Country of manufacture | China |
Frequently asked questions
Does the BeatBuddy Mini 2 have an SD card slot?
No. Unlike the full-size BeatBuddy, the Mini 2's content is built-in and cannot be expanded via SD card.
Can I run the BeatBuddy Mini 2 on batteries?
No, battery operation is not supported; it requires the included 9V DC center-negative power supply.
Does it have MIDI sync or USB like the full BeatBuddy?
No, the Mini 2 does not include MIDI sync or USB connectivity found on the larger BeatBuddy models — those features were removed to keep the price low.
Can I add a second footswitch for more control?
Yes, the Mini 2 has a 1/4-inch TRS footswitch input compatible with the optional Singular Sound Footswitch+ for accent hits, pause, and song/genre navigation.
Is the audio mono or stereo?
The BeatBuddy Mini 2 outputs 16-bit mono audio, while the full BeatBuddy and BeatBuddy 2 output 24-bit stereo.