Connect Your Drums to iPhone or iPad
Play anywhere with Beatlii on your iPhone or iPad. Follow these steps to connect your electronic drums, select your module, and set up sound.
USB is recommended for the lowest latency. If your module supports Bluetooth MIDI, you can also connect wirelessly.
Before You Start (Quick Checklist)
Beatlii installed on your iPhone or iPad
Power on your drum module
A USB-MIDI/data cable (charging-only cables won’t work)
The right adapter:
iPhone/iPad with USB-C port (iPad Pro, iPad Air 4+, iPad 10th gen, iPad mini 6+, iPhone 15+) → USB-C → USB-B cable, or USB-C → USB-A adapter + USB-A → USB-B cable
iPhone/iPad with Lightning port → Apple’s Lightning to USB Camera Adapter
Keep cables short and plug directly into the device
Update iOS/iPadOS to the latest version
USB-C Adapter
Lightning Adapter
Connect With USB (Recommended)
1) Plug In Your Module
Connect the USB-B end to your drum module
Connect the other end to your iPhone/iPad via the correct adapter
2) If You See a Power Warning (Lightning Models)
Use the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter, it has a second port for charging
Plug in your charger to power both the iOS device and the connected module
3) If No Device Is Found
Try another USB-MIDI/data cable (some are charge-only)
Try a different adapter or port
Unplug/re-plug the cable
If your module has multiple USB modes (e.g., Roland “Vendor” vs “Generic”), switch to Generic USB-MIDI
Ensure the connection is MIDI, not audio. Beatlii requires a MIDI connection to recognize your electronic drum kit (audio connections alone won’t work)
4) Select Your Kit in Beatlii
Open Beatlii → follow the device flow → Electronic Drum Kit
If your model isn’t auto-detected, open Drum Module Presets, pick your module (or a similar one from the same brand), and connect
Connect Over Bluetooth (Wireless)
Bluetooth is convenient but introduces some latency compared to USB. Works only if your module supports Bluetooth MIDI.
Pairing Steps
Put your drum module in Bluetooth pairing mode
Open Beatlii
Choose Continue with Bluetooth in the device setup flow
Select your module from the list and finish setup
Tip: Always pair from inside the Beatlii app (not in iOS Settings) to ensure MIDI is recognized.
Important Note
Some kits (like Alesis Nitro Pro/Max) don’t support Bluetooth MIDI and must connect via USB.
Compatible drum kits with Bluetooth MIDI (click here)
Set Up Your Sound (Low Latency)
USB provides the lowest latency, use it when possible
In Beatlii’s Audio Settings, adjust buffer size and latency compensation until it feels responsive
Avoid Bluetooth headphones or speakers. Use wired ones. Bluetooth audio adds extra latency
Close background apps and disable Low Power Mode while playing
Missing Module (Presets)
Try another module from the same brand (many share the same MIDI mapping)
If that works, you can play immediately
Otherwise, create a Custom MIDI Setup in Beatlii
If your module isn’t listed, email the brand & model to support@beatlii.com and we’ll work on adding it
MIDI Mapping (If Hits Trigger Wrong Sounds)
If toms trigger cymbals (or similar issues), you may need to adjust the MIDI mapping
First, try a factory reset on your drum module
If needed, create a Custom MIDI Setup in Beatlii:
Hit each pad on your kit
Assign it to the correct sound in Beatlii
Save your setup for next time
Still Having Trouble?
Restart your drum module and your iPhone/iPad
Make sure iOS/iPadOS is updated
Double-check cables/adapters and confirm the module is powered on
For Lightning models, use the USB 3 Camera Adapter with charging if power errors appear
Contact us at support@beatlii.com for more help
Connect Your Drums to iPhone or iPad
Play anywhere with Beatlii on your iPhone or iPad. Follow these steps to connect your electronic drums, select your module, and set up sound.
USB is recommended for the lowest latency. If your module supports Bluetooth MIDI, you can also connect wirelessly.
Before You Start (Quick Checklist)
Beatlii installed on your iPhone or iPad
Power on your drum module
A USB-MIDI/data cable (charging-only cables won’t work)
The right adapter:
iPhone/iPad with USB-C port (iPad Pro, iPad Air 4+, iPad 10th gen, iPad mini 6+, iPhone 15+) → USB-C → USB-B cable, or USB-C → USB-A adapter + USB-A → USB-B cable
iPhone/iPad with Lightning port → Apple’s Lightning to USB Camera Adapter
Keep cables short and plug directly into the device
Update iOS/iPadOS to the latest version
USB-C Adapter
Lightning Adapter
Connect With USB (Recommended)
1) Plug In Your Module
Connect the USB-B end to your drum module
Connect the other end to your iPhone/iPad via the correct adapter
2) If You See a Power Warning (Lightning Models)
Use the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter, it has a second port for charging
Plug in your charger to power both the iOS device and the connected module
3) If No Device Is Found
Try another USB-MIDI/data cable (some are charge-only)
Try a different adapter or port
Unplug/re-plug the cable
If your module has multiple USB modes (e.g., Roland “Vendor” vs “Generic”), switch to Generic USB-MIDI
Ensure the connection is MIDI, not audio. Beatlii requires a MIDI connection to recognize your electronic drum kit (audio connections alone won’t work)
4) Select Your Kit in Beatlii
Open Beatlii → follow the device flow → Electronic Drum Kit
If your model isn’t auto-detected, open Drum Module Presets, pick your module (or a similar one from the same brand), and connect
Connect Over Bluetooth (Wireless)
Bluetooth is convenient but introduces some latency compared to USB. Works only if your module supports Bluetooth MIDI.
Pairing Steps
Put your drum module in Bluetooth pairing mode
Open Beatlii
Choose Continue with Bluetooth in the device setup flow
Select your module from the list and finish setup
Tip: Always pair from inside the Beatlii app (not in iOS Settings) to ensure MIDI is recognized.
Important Note
Some kits (like Alesis Nitro Pro/Max) don’t support Bluetooth MIDI and must connect via USB.
Compatible drum kits with Bluetooth MIDI (click here)
Set Up Your Sound (Low Latency)
USB provides the lowest latency, use it when possible
In Beatlii’s Audio Settings, adjust buffer size and latency compensation until it feels responsive
Avoid Bluetooth headphones or speakers. Use wired ones. Bluetooth audio adds extra latency
Close background apps and disable Low Power Mode while playing
Missing Module (Presets)
Try another module from the same brand (many share the same MIDI mapping)
If that works, you can play immediately
Otherwise, create a Custom MIDI Setup in Beatlii
If your module isn’t listed, email the brand & model to support@beatlii.com and we’ll work on adding it
MIDI Mapping (If Hits Trigger Wrong Sounds)
If toms trigger cymbals (or similar issues), you may need to adjust the MIDI mapping
First, try a factory reset on your drum module
If needed, create a Custom MIDI Setup in Beatlii:
Hit each pad on your kit
Assign it to the correct sound in Beatlii
Save your setup for next time
Still Having Trouble?
Restart your drum module and your iPhone/iPad
Make sure iOS/iPadOS is updated
Double-check cables/adapters and confirm the module is powered on
For Lightning models, use the USB 3 Camera Adapter with charging if power errors appear
Contact us at support@beatlii.com for more help
Connect Your Drums to iPhone or iPad
Play anywhere with Beatlii on your iPhone or iPad. Follow these steps to connect your electronic drums, select your module, and set up sound.
USB is recommended for the lowest latency. If your module supports Bluetooth MIDI, you can also connect wirelessly.
Before You Start (Quick Checklist)
Beatlii installed on your iPhone or iPad
Power on your drum module
A USB-MIDI/data cable (charging-only cables won’t work)
The right adapter:
iPhone/iPad with USB-C port (iPad Pro, iPad Air 4+, iPad 10th gen, iPad mini 6+, iPhone 15+) → USB-C → USB-B cable, or USB-C → USB-A adapter + USB-A → USB-B cable
iPhone/iPad with Lightning port → Apple’s Lightning to USB Camera Adapter
Keep cables short and plug directly into the device
Update iOS/iPadOS to the latest version
USB-C Adapter
Lightning Adapter
Connect With USB (Recommended)
1) Plug In Your Module
Connect the USB-B end to your drum module
Connect the other end to your iPhone/iPad via the correct adapter
2) If You See a Power Warning (Lightning Models)
Use the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter, it has a second port for charging
Plug in your charger to power both the iOS device and the connected module
3) If No Device Is Found
Try another USB-MIDI/data cable (some are charge-only)
Try a different adapter or port
Unplug/re-plug the cable
If your module has multiple USB modes (e.g., Roland “Vendor” vs “Generic”), switch to Generic USB-MIDI
Ensure the connection is MIDI, not audio. Beatlii requires a MIDI connection to recognize your electronic drum kit (audio connections alone won’t work)
4) Select Your Kit in Beatlii
Open Beatlii → follow the device flow → Electronic Drum Kit
If your model isn’t auto-detected, open Drum Module Presets, pick your module (or a similar one from the same brand), and connect
Connect Over Bluetooth (Wireless)
Bluetooth is convenient but introduces some latency compared to USB. Works only if your module supports Bluetooth MIDI.
Pairing Steps
Put your drum module in Bluetooth pairing mode
Open Beatlii
Choose Continue with Bluetooth in the device setup flow
Select your module from the list and finish setup
Tip: Always pair from inside the Beatlii app (not in iOS Settings) to ensure MIDI is recognized.
Important Note
Some kits (like Alesis Nitro Pro/Max) don’t support Bluetooth MIDI and must connect via USB.
Compatible drum kits with Bluetooth MIDI (click here)
Set Up Your Sound (Low Latency)
USB provides the lowest latency, use it when possible
In Beatlii’s Audio Settings, adjust buffer size and latency compensation until it feels responsive
Avoid Bluetooth headphones or speakers. Use wired ones. Bluetooth audio adds extra latency
Close background apps and disable Low Power Mode while playing
Missing Module (Presets)
Try another module from the same brand (many share the same MIDI mapping)
If that works, you can play immediately
Otherwise, create a Custom MIDI Setup in Beatlii
If your module isn’t listed, email the brand & model to support@beatlii.com and we’ll work on adding it
MIDI Mapping (If Hits Trigger Wrong Sounds)
If toms trigger cymbals (or similar issues), you may need to adjust the MIDI mapping
First, try a factory reset on your drum module
If needed, create a Custom MIDI Setup in Beatlii:
Hit each pad on your kit
Assign it to the correct sound in Beatlii
Save your setup for next time
Still Having Trouble?
Restart your drum module and your iPhone/iPad
Make sure iOS/iPadOS is updated
Double-check cables/adapters and confirm the module is powered on
For Lightning models, use the USB 3 Camera Adapter with charging if power errors appear
Contact us at support@beatlii.com for more help
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© 2025 We Love Drumming AB | Media Evolution, Stora Varvsgatan 6A, 211 19 Malmö, Sweden
© 2025 We Love Drumming AB | Media Evolution, Stora Varvsgatan 6A, 211 19 Malmö, Sweden