# 8-Bit Composer

> Free, browser-based 8-bit / chiptune music maker. Compose retro video-game music
> in your browser with a grid step sequencer, 40+ instruments, WebAssembly audio
> effects, AI-powered melody generation, WAV export, and one-click sharing.
> No download; no account required to start.

## Key facts
- Free to use; you can compose and preview without an account.
- 40+ authentic chiptune instruments: pulse/square leads, triangle bass,
  LFSR-noise percussion, and SFX.
- Grid step sequencer with adjustable tempo and per-channel sound design
  (ADSR envelopes, filters, effects).
- 10 WebAssembly audio effects (reverb, delay, overdrive, chorus, EQ, bit-crusher,
  and more).
- AI melody generation powered by Claude (AWS Bedrock); credit-based.
- Output is royalty-free for games, videos, and streams; export to WAV; share via URL.
- Built with React + TypeScript; hosted on AWS (S3 + CloudFront).

## Primary pages
- Composer (app): https://www.8bitcomposer.com/
- 8-bit music generator: https://www.8bitcomposer.com/8-bit-music-generator
- Chiptune music maker: https://www.8bitcomposer.com/chiptune-music-maker
- Royalty-free chiptune loops: https://www.8bitcomposer.com/royalty-free-chiptune-loops
- Game jam music: https://www.8bitcomposer.com/game-jam-music
- FAQ: https://www.8bitcomposer.com/faq

## Guides
- How to compose 8-bit music: https://www.8bitcomposer.com/guides/8-bit-music-composition
- Chiptune sound design: https://www.8bitcomposer.com/guides/chiptune-sound-design