Teenage Engineering Pocket Operator PO-33 K.O.! Micro Sampler and Drum Machine with Built-in Microphone, Sequencer and Effects
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- Condition
- New
- Style
- PO-33 KO - Micro Sampler
- Model
- PO-33
- Weight
- 2.39 oz
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Silikon
- Connector Type
- 3.5mm audio
- In the box
- Drums
Features 5
- PROVIDES 40 SECONDS OF SAMPLING MEMORY - The Teenage Engineering PO-33 has a built-in microphone for you to record 40-seconds of samples directly.
- PLAYS YOUR SAMPLES CHROMATICALLY OR AS ONE-SHOTS - The 8 melodic slots let you play your own samples chromatically while the 8 drum banks play your sample as a one-shot.
- ADDS PERCUSSION TO YOUR PERFORMANCE - The PO-33 is a 4-voice sampler. Its built-in micro drum machine allows you to layer more drum sounds over the sample recording.
- ENHANCES YOUR SOUNDS - You can add a loop or stutter FX from the 16 onboard effects to create knockout samples.
- SYNCS WITH MULTIPLE UNITS - You can connect PO-33 KO with 2 other Pocket Operators using standard stereo audio cables. You can also sync PO-33 with external devices like a PC.
Specs 13
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| Brand | teenage engineering |
| Material | Silikon |
| Model Name | PO 33 kb |
| Body Material | Silikon |
| Connector Type | 3.5mm audio |
| Manufacturer | Teenage Engineering |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 42 |
| Item Weight | 2.39 ounces |
| Item model number | PO-33 |
| Color Name | Black |
| Material Type | Silikon |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
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