Be part of history: The start of the search for the German Beatmaking Champion 2026
10. Januar 2026 | Panke Culture, Berlin
By BEAT UNIT X BEAT LEAGUE Presented by Hate It Or Love It TV
By BEAT UNIT X BEAT LEAGUE Presented by Hate It Or Love It TV
Ready for the next level?
Die German Beatmaking Championship ist mehr als ein Battle – es ist der Startschuss einer neuen Ära. In einer Kooperation vereinen sich BEAT UNIT, und BEAT LEAGUE und Hate It Or Love It TV, um über das Jahr 2026 hinweg den ultimativen Beatmaking Champion zu krönen.
Alles beginnt mit der First Edition am 10.01.2026 im Rahmen der Sane’s Cypher in der Panke, in Berlin Wedding.
Wir suchen 25 Producer, die bereit sind, ihr Handwerk unter Beweis zu stellen und die Jury von ihrem können zu überzeugen.
Apply now for one of the 25 exclusive starting places.
The event: High Stakes & Pure Hip Hop
This event is unparalleled. Embedded in Berlin's most authentic hip hop experience, the first edition of the German Beatmaking Championship offers you the stage your sound deserves.
The mode:
- The challenge: You have exactly two hours to produce a beat on site.
- The raw material: The sample will only be revealed at the event. Equal opportunities for all.
- The gear: Bring your own hardware (sampler, laptop, machine, MPC, etc.).
- The decision: The final will take place live on stage. Your beats will be played anonymously. A high-caliber jury and the audience will decide together on victory or defeat.
More than just a battle: the supporting program
Your ticket (€20 participation fee) not only includes your slot in the battle, but also access to a night of pure hip hop culture.
- Sane's Cypher: Die legendäre Open Mic Cypher mit Live Fingerdrumming von Sane's Medicine , Cuts von Deejay O und gehostet von Abba Lang und Berlins Open Mic Community
- Open Decks: Bring your beats! Beatmakers can play their productions over the club PA during the event.
- Record Release Party: Feier den Release der EP "Alles Liebe" von Missgutmensch & Sane's Medicine.
- Bassmusic Afterparty: After the final, we'll celebrate with an exclusive lineup – until the early hours of the morning.
Hard Facts & Timeline
So that you know exactly what to expect.
German Beatmaking Championship (Edition #1)
10. Januar 2026
Panke Culture
Hof V, Gerichtstraße 23, 13347 Berlin
by Beat Unit, BEAT LEAGUE & Hate It Or Love It TV
Limitiert auf 25 Slots, Bewerbung bis zum 01.01.26
Rückmeldung zur Teilnahme bis zum 02.01.2026
20€ (inkl. Eintritt für das gesamte Event & Afterparty)
Get Together & Setup: 17:00
Battle: 18:00 - 20:00
Finals: 22:00 (Main Stage)
10. Januar 2026
Panke Culture
Hof V, Gerichtstraße 23, 13347 Berlin
by Beat Unit, BEAT LEAGUE & Hate It Or Love It TV
Limitiert auf 25 Slots, Bewerbung bis zum 01.01.26
Rückmeldung zur Teilnahme bis zum 02.01.2026
20€ (inkl. Eintritt für das gesamte Event & Afterparty)
Get Together & Setup: 17:00
Battle: 18:00 - 20:00
Finals: 22:00 (Main Stage)
Hinweis: Preise und die Besetzung der Jury werden in Kürze bekannt gegeben.
So that you know exactly what to expect.
Fill out the form to register for the German Beatmaking Championship.
Fill out the form to register for the German Beatmaking Championship.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
When will I find out if I'm in?
The selected 25 participants will receive their final confirmation by January 2, 2026, at the latest.
Do I need to bring my own equipment?
Yes. You must bring your own hardware (laptop, sampler, headphones). Power will be provided.
How does the voting process work?
To ensure maximum fairness, the beats will be played anonymously in the final. No one will know which beat comes from whom until the jury and audience have finished voting.
What is the “German Beatmaking Championship”?
It is a new series of events organized by Beat Unit and BEAT LEAGUE. The official German Beatmaking Champion will be determined over several events in 2026. The kick-off event will take place on January 10.
When and how do I pay the participation fee?
Confirmed participants can simply pay the participation fee in cash at the event.
The selected 25 participants will receive their final confirmation by January 2, 2026, at the latest.
Do I need to bring my own equipment?
Yes. You must bring your own hardware (laptop, sampler, headphones). Power will be provided.
How does the voting process work?
To ensure maximum fairness, the beats will be played anonymously in the final. No one will know which beat comes from whom until the jury and audience have finished voting.
What is the “German Beatmaking Championship”?
It is a new series of events organized by Beat Unit and BEAT LEAGUE. The official German Beatmaking Champion will be determined over several events in 2026. The kick-off event will take place on January 10.
When and how do I pay the participation fee?
Confirmed participants can simply pay the participation fee in cash at the event.
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