Portable Synthesizer Highlight: Compact Music Tool for Mobile Musicians
In an exciting development for music enthusiasts, Swedish synth makers Teenage Engineering have teamed up with fashion brand Cheap Monday, a subsidiary of H&M, to create a line of compact, battery-powered synthesisers known as the Pockets Operators (PO).
The PO series, which includes the PO-12 drum machine, PO-14 bass synthesiser, and PO-16 melody synthesiser, are miniature synths that fit comfortably in a trouser pocket. Each PO features a circuit board, display, speaker, mechanical buttons, and switches, and boasts a 16-step sequencer, a selection of 16 sounds and effects, and real synth sound capabilities.
The POs are powered by two AAA batteries and can be synced with other devices. They also come equipped with 3.5mm line in and out jacks, making them versatile for various music production needs.
A YouTube video, available on Teenage Engineering's channel, provides a visual demonstration of the mini synth in action. The video, titled "Enjoy!", showcases the POs performing live and offers a glimpse into their capabilities.
In addition to the POs, Teenage Engineering and Cheap Monday have collaborated on a range of accessories, including t-shirts, pins, and protective cases for the synths.
While there is currently no specific information about upcoming synth products from Teenage Engineering in collaboration with Cheap Monday, the company has been active in the music technology scene with recent developments such as the OP-XY. Described as a powerful, ultra-portable sequencer, synth, and sampler, the OP-XY represents a conceptual evolution from Teenage Engineering's previous models like the OP-Z.
Teenage Engineering has also ventured into mobility with the EPA-1 electric scooter, a collaboration with Vässla, marking a departure from their traditional focus on electronic music instruments.
For those interested in staying updated on the latest developments in synthesizers and other products, it is advisable to keep an eye on official announcements from Teenage Engineering and related news outlets. The POs are priced at $59 each, making them a real bargain for music lovers on the go.
These compact synths, part of the PO series from Teenage Engineering, embrace both technology and gadgets, as they are miniature synthesizers featuring a 16-step sequencer, multiple sounds, and real synth capabilities. Furthermore, Teenage Engineering, a company known for its innovation in music technology, has explored the realm of mobility with their collaboration with Vässla, creating the EPA-1 electric scooter.
