Here are seven pieces of music gear every music producer and beatmaker should have to make music.
![Awesome Music Gadgets & Gear](https://hiphopmakers.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Awesome-Music-Gadgets-min-720x360.jpg)
Must-Have Music Gear
1. Music Laptop
Having a laptop makes it easy to make music while on the go.
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Related: 17 Best Music Production Laptops
2. Music Software
Music software is essential for every music maker, from making beats to mixing them down. Popular Music Software
![FL Studio Music Production Software](https://hiphopmakers.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/FL-Studio-Software.jpg)
Related: Free Music Production Software
3. MIDI Keyboard
Making music is much easier when you have a MIDI keyboard. Using a mouse to click around on your computer can be time-consuming, and it can limit your creativity. Best MIDI Keyboards
Top Selling MIDI Keyboards
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4. Studio Monitors
Studio monitors are a must in order to hear your music loud and hear good sound when mixing beats. Popular Studio Monitors
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Related: Do you really need a pair of studio monitors?
5. Headphones
Having good headphones will let you hear all the subtle elements in the music you are making. Popular Headphones
Top Selling Over-Ear Headphones
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6. External Hard Drive
Backing up your work is important, so have a hard drive that is small, USB-powered, and provides additional space. Hard Drives
Top Selling Hard Drives
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7. Music Production Sounds
Having a large collection of sounds is a must. I have all types of free music samples, free VST plugins, and more at Hip Hop Makers.
![Free Drums, Free VST Plugins, Free Music Software](https://hiphopmakers.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Free-Drum-Samples-.gif)
Additional Suggestions:
- Music-making inspiration. Check out some beat videos.
- Educational material. Check out these music production e-books.
- Need inspiration to hang up? Check out our music posters.
What other music gear do you think is a must-have?
Related: Music Studio Desks For Musicians
Nice stuff in here!!!! it was useful resourceful!!!!
I want to become a producer but I do not have support can you please help me?
You forgot the snack bag; every producer should have a bag full of snacks laying around.