Founded in 2005, Teenage Engineering is a Swedish company best known for high-end, minimalist electronic music gear. From powerful synthesizers to innovative drum machines and versatile recording tools, Teenage Engineering offers a wide range of portable instruments and studio gear for musicians, producers, and engineers to create anywhere inspiration strikes.
In this buyer's guide, we break down the entire Teenage Engineering lineup, from the flagship OP-XY synth to the compact Pocket Operator series. Read on to see how this Stockholm-based company blurs the line between music instrument pioneer and lifestyle brand.
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Teenage Engineering Field System
The Teenage Engineering Field System is a modular, ultra-portable ecosystem of portable instruments, audio recorders, mixers, and accessories. With low-profile anodized aluminum designs, 32-bit internal audio processing, and long-lasting rechargeable batteries, the Field System is perfect for creators who want studio-quality sound on the go.
OP-XY Synthesizer, Sequencer & Sampler
The Teenage Engineering OP–XY combines a powerful sequencer, synthesizer, and sampler in one compact instrument. With eight unique synth engines, 24-voice polyphony, and a 64-step sequencing grid, OP-XY makes it easy to create complex compositions in minutes. Plus, with a built-in speaker and up to 16 hours of battery life, you can take it anywhere!
OP-1 Field Portable Synthesizer Workstation
Unlike the sequencer-based OP-XY, the OP-1 Field functions like a 4-track virtual tape recorder. Building on the original OP-1, the enhanced OP-1 Field combines an all-new synth engine and drum kit packs with a whopping 100 new features, including a low-profile aluminium body, a high-res display, built-in effects, multiple tape modes, and more.
TP-7 Portable Field Recorder
Perfect for capturing interesting sounds out in the wild and incorporating them into your productions, the TP-7 is an ultra-portable audio recorder that doubles as a 24-bit/96 kHz USB audio interface. Record and listen back using the internal mic and speaker, or use the three TRRS stereo input/output mini jacks for external mics, headsets, or other signal sources. And with multiple connectivity options including USB-C, MFi, and Bluetooth, you can connect to practically any device.
TX-6 Portable Mixer and Audio Interface
Want to incorporate multiple instruments or devices into a single live performance? Look no further than the TX-6, a 6-channel stereo mixer (12 in mono) with a built-in equalizer, filters, compressor, aux send, cue, and digital effects. Best of all, you can connect the TX-6 to your computer or laptop via USB and use it as an audio interface!
CM-15 Portable Studio Condenser Microphone
Perfect for recording vocals and instruments on the go, the CM-15 is a portable condenser microphone with a built-in preamp and USB-C audio interface. The CM-15 can be powered via the built-in battery, USB-C cable, or phantom power over the mini-XLR cable, which sends signal to other devices, along with the 3.5 mm jack.
Teenage Engineering EP Series
From sketching out quick ideas to building complete productions, the Teenage Engineering EP Series offers a versatile collection of tools for modern music makers. Portable designs, intuitive controls, and powerful sampling and sequencing features put an impressive range of creative possibilities into a compact format that's ready for the studio, stage, or road.
EP-133 K.O. II 128 MB Sampler and Sequencer
The Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II is a versatile sampler, sequencer, and composer built for hands-on beatmaking and music production. Capture sounds using the built-in microphone or external inputs, then shape your samples with filter automation, compression, and an extensive collection of punch-in effects. With a portable, battery-powered design that’s small enough to fit in your backpack, it’s perfect for creating on the go, but MIDI and sync connectivity make it easy to integrate into a larger hardware setup, too.
EP-40 RIDDIM Reggae Sampler, Sequencer, and Composer
Inspired by reggae, dub, dancehall, and sound system culture, RIDDIM is a fresh take on the classic EP-133 with over 400 handcrafted instruments and sounds, featuring contributions from iconic reggae producers and artists. With presets for classic reggae bass and synthesizer tones, plus a selection of pressure-sensitive dub sirens, you’ve got everything you need to create your next dancehall smash.
EP-1320 Medieval Sampler and Composer
The world’s first electronic medieval instrument, the EP-1320 is a Middle Ages-themed sampler and composer with built-in live-recorded medieval instruments. From strings and bows to drums, percussion, and foley, the EP–1320 Medieval features hundreds of expertly recorded playable medieval instruments.
EP-136 K.O. Sidekick Channel Strip Mixer
The ideal companion for any EP Series device, the EP-136 is a dual-channel strip mixer, audio interface, and FX processor with built-in EQ, compression, and six K.O Performance effects including Filter, Tape Emulation, Delay, Beat Repeat, Tremolo, and Siren. Both channels have 3.5mm stereo input and 3.5mm output, which you can daisy-chain together using the Aux input.
EP-2350 FX MIC
Part microphone and part effects processor, the EP-2350 is a handheld performance microphone with four built-in voice effects: Echo, Spring, Pixie, and Robot. It also features four triggerable sample slots with preset sound effects that can be swapped out for your own personal samples.
EP-35 K.O.-AMP 35 Multi-Input Amplifier
With a line input, a microphone input, a guitar input, and audio over Bluetooth and USB inputs, you can connect just about anything to the EP-35 amplifier, but it's tailor-made to work with Teenage Engineering’s EP Series K.O. samplers. Featuring six audio inputs that can all be summed together for simultaneous playback, the EP-35 integrates seamlessly with all of your favorite devices. And with an array of versatile accessories, like the EP-127 K.O.-PEDAL, Handy Mic, 16GB USB Drive, Amptenna, K.O. Dock Kit, and the all-in-one Add-On Bundle, you can customize your EP-35 amp to suit your needs and style.
Learn more about the EP-35 amplifier and accessories on our blog.
Teenage Engineering Pocket Operators
Small enough to fit in your pocket but packed with creative possibilities, the Teenage Engineering Pocket Operator Series offers an accessible entry point into electronic music production. Each calculator-sized instrument features a unique circuit-board design, an LCD display, and simple controls.
PO-33 KO
The inspiration for the EP-133 K.O. II, the PO-33 is a battery-powered sampler with a 40-second sampling time, a built-in microphone, and 1/8" audio I/O. With 16 sample slots, a 16-step sequencer, and 16 built-in patterns, making music is quick and easy.
PO-12 Rhythm
Perfect for making beats on the go, the PO-12 is a battery-powered drum machine with 16 sounds, 16 effects, and a built-in 16-step sequencer. Use the built-in speaker, connect a pair of headphones, or plug it into another device for even more creative possibilities.
PO-20 Arcade
Perfect for making chiptune music, the PO-20 is a synthesizer inspired by classic arcade machines.
More Teenage Engineering Pocket Operators
Teenage Engineering also offers a number of specialized Pocket Operators on the brand’s website, including the PO-14 Sub, PO-16 Factory, PO-24 Office, PO-28 Robot, PO-32 Tonic, and PO-35 Speak.
Teenage Engineering Wireless Speakers
Not all Teenage Engineering products are for creating music. Some are designed for listening to music, like the brand’s OB04 Magic Radio and OD-11 Directional Cloud Speaker.
OB-4 Ortho Magic Radio/Speaker/Recorder
Available in black, white, grey, and red, the OB-4 is a portable high-fidelity Bluetooth loudspeaker with a 40-hour rechargeable battery. In addition to the built-in FM radio, you can play back audio via Bluetooth, the dedicated line-level input, or the unique disk mode, which offers ambient, karma, metronome, noise, and loop functions.
OD-11 Ortho Directional Cloud Speaker
Designed to play music from any device, the OD-11 is a versatile wireless loudspeaker that’s compatible with all music and connectivity services, including AirPlay 2 for multi-room and stereo pairing. Based on the original OD-11 ortho-directional loudspeaker, made in 1974 by the Swedish sound genius Stig Carlsson, the Teenage Engineering OD-11 delivers the signature Carlsson sound.
