Description

The Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II 128MB Edition takes the cult classic PO-33 K.O. concept and turns it into a fully fledged, performance-ready sampler and sequencer. With expanded memory, deeper sound design tools and a completely reworked sequencing engine, it is built for fast, hands-on beat making whether you are sketching ideas on the sofa or performing live on stage. Retaining the playful spirit and portability of the original Pocket Operators, the EP-133 K.O. II adds serious production power. You get detailed control over your samples, intuitive pattern building with real-time performance tricks, and a new Punch-In 2.0 effects engine that lets you mangle and transform your tracks on the fly. It is a compact groovebox that rewards experimentation and keeps you creating instead of menu-diving. With line input, built-in microphone and speaker, plus battery and USB power options, you can capture sounds anywhere and immediately flip them into beats, melodies and textures. From lo-fi field recordings to polished electronic productions, the EP-133 K.O. II 128MB Edition is designed to be the centre of a portable studio or a powerful companion to your existing hardware and software setup. Round 2 Sampling Power The EP-133 K.O. II builds on the original K.O. concept with greatly expanded sampling capabilities. With up to 999 sample slots and a detailed internal 32-bit signal chain, you can capture and sculpt everything from quick vocal chops to full drum kits. Line input and a built-in microphone make it easy to grab sounds wherever you are, turning everyday noises, rehearsals or DJ sets into raw material for your next track. Knockout Sequencer A fully reworked sequencer engine makes building beats fast and musical. Using 4 groups with 12 patterns each, you can quickly sketch ideas, swap patterns per group and experiment with combinations to find grooves that work. The commit function lets you lock in a moment in time and move on to the next section, helping you build verses, drops and breakdowns in real time without breaking your creative flow. Punch-In 2.0 Effects and Deep Control The new Punch-In 2.0 effects engine gives you powerful, performance-ready sound shaping at your fingertips. Tweak and automate parameters like filter and pitch, then layer on stereo effects, compression and next generation punch-in effects to add movement and character. It is ideal for live jamming, quick resampling tricks and transforming simple loops into complex, evolving arrangements. Portable Beatmaking Studio Compact dimensions, battery operation and an integrated speaker make the EP-133 K.O. II a genuinely portable production tool. Pressure sensitive pads and a smooth fader provide expressive control for finger drumming, live mutes and performance effects. Whether you are producing on the move, backstage or at home, it is a self-contained groovebox that keeps you creating without needing to plug into a full studio setup. Key Features Expanded Sampling with 999 Slots – Store and organise a huge library of sounds with up to 999 sample slots and 128MB of memory. This lets you keep multiple kits, chops and textures on hand, so you can move between projects and genres without constantly reloading material. Reworked 4 x 12 Pattern Sequencer – Build beats quickly using 4 groups of 12 patterns, swapping and combining them in real time. The commit function helps you capture arrangements on the fly, making it easy to structure full tracks directly on the hardware. Punch-In 2.0 Effects Engine – Add character and movement with next generation punch-in effects, stereo processing and compression. Real-time tweaking and automation of parameters like filter and pitch let you turn simple loops into dynamic, performance-ready grooves. Portable, Hands-On Workflow – With 9 pressure sensitive pads, a dedicated fader, built-in mic and speaker, plus battery and USB power, the EP-133 K.O. II is ready to create anywhere. Its tactile interface encourages experi…