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The Miller Machine

Horizontal Machine

Horizontal Machine

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BEATER
Regular price €69,95 EUR
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Hang your triangle horizontally for consistent playing even in fast passages.

The Horizontal Machine keeps your triangle stable and easy to control, making clean, reliable playing simple in demanding performance situations.

Perfect for front ensemble and marching settings, pit work, or anywhere you need reliable triangle access without using another hand.

Beater Options

  • Brass: Warm, mellow. Ideal for softer settings.
  • Stainless: Bright, clean. Best all-around choice.
  • Steel: Sharp, focused. Maximum projection for louder environments.

Horizontal Arm also available separately.

Designed and built by Broadway drummer and percussionist Billy Miller. Born from 17+ years of professional pit experience.

The Miller Machine system is fully modular. All bodies and arms are interchangeable, allowing percussionists to build a customized setup for any performance environment.

More information below.

Not included: crotale, finger cymbal, Finger Cymbal Mount, Handheld Beaters, mount, or triangle.

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Anywhere In Your Setup

Place your triangle horizontally wherever you need it most.

Ideal for Front Ensembles, or marching situations.

Use any standard 3/8" percussion mount.

Suggested Mounts

Better Bracket

New Mounting Bracket makes it easier to install, and position your triangle.

Includes Suspension Mounts.

Still have an old Mount? Look below for free upgrade.

Striking Surface

Includes custom-made red latex striking surface.

Natural Feel

Excellent Rebound

Minimal Stick Attack

Great Visibility in Low-Light Settings

Finger Cymbal

Add a finger cymbal, or crotale, to your setup.

Finger Cymbal Mount sold separately.

Finger Cymbal Mount
Horizontal Machine with Black Body and Steel Beater, shown with a 3/8 inch Handheld Steel Beater.

Handheld Beater

The New Handheld Beater works great with the Horizontal Machine, and Horizontal Arm.

Four holes (with rubber sleeves to reduce noise) keep the Beaters close by for quick and easy handheld use.

Handheld Beaters

Built by Billy

Designed, and built, by Broadway Drummer/Percussionist Billy Miller, in Seattle, Washington.

Thank you for your support!

About Billy

Purchase Includes

Horizontal Arm

Mounting Rod

Mounting Brackets

Black, or Flame Body

Brass, Stainless, or Steel Beater

In stock, ready to ship from Seattle, Washington.

"Fantastic"

Steve A, Seattle, Washington

"I bought the new version of the Horizontal Miller Machine, and it has worked out great. I've owned a few different horizontal mounts, and this has the best positioning for the triangle to have plenty of room to play fast double beater passages.

And of course it's still a Miller Machine too so you can use the stick to strike the beater. I appreciate all of the thought into the details that Billy has put into these machines.

They are life savers in the pit!"

Setting Up

Horizontal Arm

The Horizontal Arm is also available separately.

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Free Upgrade

If you've purchased a Horizontal Machine, or Horizontal Arm (red knob) from me in the past I'd be happy to upgrade you to the new Mounting Brackets.

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In the Wild

Customers praise this percussion mounting device as a "game changer" and "must-have" for gigging percussionists. It allows hands-free triangle and finger cymbal playing, ideal for drum kits and musical pit setups. Shoppers love the consistent sound, compact design, and ability to use with hands or sticks. One customer noted setup instructions could be clearer.

  • 5 stars: 25 (96%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (4%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
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Quentin P. (La Mirada, CA, US)
Buy a Miller Machine!

Best in the business! Could not have asked for a better product and transaction. I’ll be back for more!

Quentin! Thank you, and thanks for your continued support! Billy

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Trevor D. (Los Angeles, CA, US)
I love my Miller Machine

I love my Miller Machine. I wish I would have got one sooner. Billy’s customer service is great. He’ll help you with what you need fast.

Wonderful, thank you Trevor! Sorry for the shipping delay, glad I could get it to you in time for your show. Billy

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Andreas K. (Gelsenkirchen, NW, DE)
Simply amazing

The mashine is a real game changer for me! Works perfectly fine. It is used as additional perc. on a drum kit and i‘m sure it is not the last miller mashine in my setup!! thank you very much!!

Thanks so much Andreas! Thrilled to hear it’s a game changer for you, can’t wait to see how you use the next one in your setup! Billy

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Michael A. (East Setauket, NY, US)
Necessary to own if you want more flexibility in your theatre setups.

A must have for any miller machine owner. Getting the right placement for your theater setup is crucial for your success and this allows me to utilize the limited space that's given. It's especially useful when mounting off of hi-hat or music stands to get the right height and not interfere with the rest of your setup.

Thank you Mike! Billy

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Andy S. (West Sacramento, CA, US)
Awesome piece of equipment

Awesome piece of equipment. Allows me to get my triangles at the same relative height under the cymbal using a 10 in triangle. I love my triangle and finger cymbal machines.

Andy, thank you for being such an awesome customer. I really appreciate your continued support. Billy

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Jeff M. (Hartland, WI, US)
perfect design

perfect design. lightweight and simple and functional.

Thank you Jeff, glad we could find a solution that works for you! Billy

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Ivan A. (Menifee, CA, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Facebook, Word of Mouth
Great addition to my collection.

The Horizontal Mount is wonderful. Things a great option to mount a triangle and finger cymbal (if I’m not using a machine for the FC). It’s also a great option for a larger triangle.
Looking forward to using it in upcoming gigs.

Hi Ivan, thank you for taking the time to leave a Horizontal Machine review! Glad it's working out for you. Billy

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John T. (Chicago, IL, US)
Horizontal Mount is perfect!

I needed to mount a triangle and finger cymbal, and the horizontal mount was perfect for this and worked flawlessly!

Thank you John, I'm glad it's working out for you! Billy

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BJØRN M. (Oslo, 03, NO)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Facebook, Instagram, Word of Mouth, Other
The solution!

I’ ve always wanted a Miller Machine, but I never needed one before now. I am very happy with the Miller Machine, the service from Billy, and the shipping time!

Glad you could finally got one Bjørn, and thank you for the review! Billy

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Howard B.
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Facebook

Horizontal Machine

Thank you Howard! Billy

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Brian T. (Murrysville, PA, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Word of Mouth
Can’t live without this!

I have 2 Miller Machines and love them! I got a new set of triangle beaters (Steel) at PASIC. Had a great conversation with Billy and he also gave me a round brass beater at no charge - it turned out to be perfect for The Nutcracker just a few weeks later!
Thanks Billy for your personal service and great, simple and effective products!!

Thank you Brian! So nice to meet you at PASIC, I'm glad all the new gear is working out for you! Billy

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Patty J. (Montpelier, VT, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Word of Mouth
I Look So Smart With This Thing

It's awesome! I looked like quite the genius with the Miller Machine in my setup for Little Shop of Horrors. I kept trying to dampen the beater, though, out of habit. Damp the thing you just hit...

Thank you for your positive review Patty, I apprecite it! Billy

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Dru H. (Orange, CA, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Google
This is a much needed invention.

I’m primarily a drumkit player, and, for too many years, I have fumbled around trying to grab a triangle beater, ignored triangle hits that were impossible to play, or played with special sticks with a built-in triangle beater that I wasn’t always satisfied using. The Miller Machine solves all of these dilemmas/problems for me. Plus, the built-in beater sounds fantastic! I love it!
Also, the hand-held brass beaters are great!
Thanks Billy!

Thanks for taking the time to write this wonderful review Dru! And I'm glad you're happy with your Horizontal Machine. Billy

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Alan S. (Irondale, AL, US)
How did you hear about The Miller Machine?: Other
Horizontal Mount

This improved version is a huge step up. Much more adaptable, and capable of a variety of triangles and more.

Good news, thank you Alan! Billy

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Jason S. (Los Angeles, CA, US)
Excellent

This Horizontal Mount worked out perfectly for me. It was the perfect size, and being able to suspend my triangle securely on a cymbal stand was far superior to hanging it from a clip on the stand. It kept the triangle from moving while playing, without dampening the sound. Highly recommended.

Thank you Jason! I'm glad the Horizontal Mount worked for you, and thanks for leaving a review :) Billy

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DGL (Oak Ridge, TN, US)
Must-have for any gigging percussionist

The various machines are essential for most modern musicals, as well as for any number of other applications - multiple percussion setups, the phone bell for “Pennsylvania 6-5000” with any big band, etc.
Not to mention, Billy is just about the nicest small business owner you’ll ever meet.
Excellent products, excellent customer service!

Thank you Don! Sorry again about the missing knob, I'm glad it's all sorted now, have fun with Addams Family! Billy

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Steve A. (Seattle, WA, US)
Horizontal machine is fantastic

I bought the new version of the horizontal miller machine, and it has worked out great. I've owned a few different horizontal mounts, and this has the best positioning for the triangle to have plenty of room to play fast double beater passages. And if course it's still a miller machine too so you can use the stick to strike the beater. I appreciate all of the thought into the details that Billy has put into these machines. They are life savers in the pit!

Thank you Steve! This is great, I'm glad you're happy with all the updates. Billy

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Vance O. (Watersmeet, MI, US)

Great product, super fast shipping!

Glad you like it Vance, thank you! Billy

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Jeff L. (Washington, DC, US)
Horizontal Mount

Simple and versatile

Thank you for your support Jeff! Billy

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Brandon D. (San Francisco, CA, US)
Consistency

One thing I enjoy about this machine is the consistency of its note production. I like that I get to hit the center of my triangle and not have to worry about it bouncing around. It also seems a little more compact than the normal miller machine. Having the ability to mount a finger cymbal on this is just an added bonus.

The only thing that is wonky on this machine is putting the triangle on. While I eventually figured it out, I decided to use this opportunity to explore the video resources for a demonstration and failed to find one. I like the product, but maybe add in a video for ease in the future?

Hi Brandon, thank you for the review! And thanks for the video idea, I do need to make one to address that. Thanks! Billy

Update 02/2024 Hi Brandon. I did make an unboxing and setting up video for both the Horizontal Machine, and the Horizontal Mount. Thanks for the idea! Billy

Link for the Horizontal Machine video
https://youtu.be/NqDBRXzhO_c?si=SleiW0NVTiIlARUF

Link for the Horizontal Mount video.
https://youtu.be/qIGIdbQgIL8?si=CFF8vsAivOPtV5_5

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Xavier V.
Great product!

Great craftsmanship. The triangle sounds just like it would. It’s effortless. Play it with your hand or stick. Got a triangle part that needs open and closed sounds? You can do that with the miller machine, too. Great tool for the working percussionist/drummer.

Xavier! Thank you for this great review. Have fun with your new Machine. Billy

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Lane S. (San Jose, CA, US)
So good!

Miller machine products are top notch, and with the upgrade kits I just purchased, they’re even better! It’s all so practical and useful. Can’t play shows without them.

Thank you Lane! I'm glad the upgrade kits are working out for you! Billy

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Barbara M. (Ossining, NY, US)

This Horizontal Mount is the perfect addition to my Merrily We Roll Along show set up. I have the original Miller Machine set up next to it. This allows me to have the variety of triangles, and methods of playing I need to play all the different ways the triangle is orchestrated into the score. Highly recommend it!

Thank you Barbara! Have fun with Merrily. Billy

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logan h. (Cincinnati, OH, US)
Horizontal holder W/finger cymbal holder

Makes my life in musical pits a breeze. It frees my hands and shortens my wasted movements to reach my maximum playing potential, eliminating barriers of being able to play everything.

Thanks Logan! And thanks for taking the time to send in the review. Billy

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Kent B. (Chicago, IL, US)
I Dig the Ding

Billy,
Thanks very much for your fantastic Triangle and Finger Cymbal Miller Machines. I used both of these in the pit during West Side Story and they saved me during the immediate switches from drum set. Both worked smoothly with my hands or sticks, were easily positioned, and are of good quality materials. I also appreciated the ability to make adjustments on each product so I could get the best sound possible from the instruments attached to them.
Sincerely,
Kent Barnhart
South Bend Symphony Orchestra - Principle Percussion
Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra - Principle Timpani

Thanks for this wonderful review Kent, and I'm glad the Machines worked out for you. What a fun show to use them in! Billy

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Daniel H. (Providence, RI, US)
Horizontal Mount

The Miller Machine’s horizontal mount works amazingly well. Not limited to just a triangle holder. The finger cymbal attachment was well thought out, as we use these two instruments in tandem quite often. Another great product from Billy!

Thank you Dan! I really appreciate your comments!!! Billy