So the Volca beats now does not replace any Jomox, Roland TR 8, Elektron Machinedrum or Korg EMX 1, but as a small second machine that runs in the background, with or being chased by filter banks or effects, the part is optimal. 16 Steps would be something for little more sophisticated patterns, as it is possible with larger poltergeists. However, the built-in speaker sounds terrible and is absolutely useless. The Korg would really save and can instead attach a power supply.