A groovebox is a standalone electronic musical instrument that combines the functionalities of a drum machine, a synthesizer, and a sequencer into a single unit. These devices are designed for creating and manipulating loop-based electronic music in real-time, offering a high degree of hands-on control for improvisation and live performance. The term "Groovebox" was popularized by Roland with the release of its MC-303 in 1996, though the concept of integrated beat-making devices dates back to earlier instruments. Modern grooveboxes come in various forms, offering different sound engines (sampling, synthesis), sequencing capabilities, and user interfaces, catering to a wide range of electronic music genres and production styles, and are valued for their portability and immediacy in music creation.