teenage engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer

Enjoy power-packed performance with the OP-1 Portable Synthesizer from Teenage Engineering. This powerhouse packs a synthesizer, sampler, and controller into a simple and fast interface. The synthesizer features 8 built-in engines (with exchangeable architecture) with 8 quick-selection keys, and 3 great sequencers, enabling instant live tweaks.

You can control modulation in real-time and work over a wide range of parameters with the ADSR envelope, multi-effects, and LFOs (low frequency oscillators). One of the LFOs is also controlled by a motion sensor for enhanced sound effects. The built-in 4-track tape recorder not only lets you record your work, but also allows overdubbing with changeable pitch and reverse recording in real time. Additionally, the 4-channel mixer allows you to use the built-in EQ and drive, for adding texture and effects to your recording.

Connect your computer to the standalone OP-1 Synthesizer via USB to convert it into a fun-filled digital audio workstation. The 4 rotary encoders and 8 x 2 quick selection keys enable instant access to play, stop, record, forward, and rewind functions. The synthesizer can also be used as a mass storage device for exchanging audio files with your PC/Mac. Easy-to-use, the OP-1 Synthesizer sports a smart color-coded interface with color graphics on its OLED display. The display is directly related to the 4-color rotary encoders and legend on the keyboard.

Furthermore, this portable synthesizer comes with a long battery life of 16 hours in operation, and over 2 years of standby time, making it ideal for travel and long studio sessions. It features a durable light grey painted CNC aluminum body and has no visible screws. In addition, the OP-1 Synthesizer is packed in an environmentally friendly paper and foam case that can be reused.

General Features
Eight synthesizer engines with exchangeable architecture can be selected between the T1 to T4 keys, thereby allowing you to switch engines and retain envelopes
8 dedicated instant keys for sound selection
Built-in 24-voice instant live sampler lets you sample from onboard music, FM radio, 4-track tape recorder, etc.
Four-track tape recorder with variable tape speed provides you with an instant way to tweak your recordings live
Six minutes recording time (up to 24 minutes) on both sides of the 4-track tape recorder
Four-track mixer with EQ, effect, and drive for adding texture; master out for fine tuning
Mixer features dedicated VU meter for displaying sound levels, and controlling panning and L/R outputs
Multiple effects with exchangeable architecture
Multiple exchangeable sequencers for instant live tweaks
Classic Pattern sequencer to change direction on the fly or shorten the played sequence
Tombola sequencer (drop notes & spin) to adjust bounciness and gravity
Endless Step Sequencer: Quickest sequencer with features such as random order, reverse, and pattern for instant live tweaks
USB MIDI controller lets you receive external MIDI Control Change (MIDI CC) from other hardware, or from your computer’s music
Note:
Mac and PC compatible
Two-way USB file transfer (Mac and PC compatible) for exchanging data between your synthesizer and computer
Color-coded, vector-based user interface consists of 4 color encoders
Operation of color encoder is indicated by a color change on the display
Instant reverse and variable tape speed recording during live mixes or basic tape loops
Full classic tape editing capabilities with lift / split and drop features for tweaking takes
Master tempo lets you switch between free, beat match, and sync modes
Help key to check battery level or check function of any other key
Note:
Hold it down and press any key to reveal its function.
Sound Engines
Dr Wave: Raw 8-bit type sound engine
FM: Easy to tweak FM synthesis engine
Pulse: Square wave type engine
String: Physical modeling with a twist
Digital: Raw digital type of engine
Phase: Phase distortion engine
Cluster: Multiple wave cluster
Note:
Feature additions of engines will be available with software upgrades
Sample Engines
Dedicated instant synth sampler with 6 seconds of sampling time for each slot
Dedicated instant drum sampler screens with controls for pitch, in and out, direction, loop, & level, all with a 12 second sampling time for each slot
Note:
The Drum mode has its own custom dynamic envelope specially made for short percussion sounds.
Automated layout feature
Instant sampling with built-in microphone or line in
Envelopes
Classic ADSR type of envelope
Dynamic envelope for drum sounds
Note:
Future additions of envelopes will be available with software upgrades
Effects
Delay: Classic delay type
Phone: Hacked phone effect
Punch: Adds punch to your sound
Grid based echo
Spring reverb type
Note:
Future additions of effects will be available with software upgrades
Tape Features
Four individual tracks with instant solo
Instant variable tape speed
Six minutes recording time in normal tape speed
Up to 24 minutes recording time in low tape speed
Loop function with movable region
Tape tricks for break tape, bits, and reverse during live mixes or playbacks
Note:
Use the reverse key to change the playback direction or the tape break to stop the tape in a classic sounding way.
Memo 1 & 2 for instant memorizing effects / EQ / pan or levels / tape speed
Reverse recording
Classic tape editing features lift / split and drop
Lift tape recordings back into sampler for endless sound design
Motion Sensor
3 axis motion sensor (G-force) to modulate sounds
Assignable to any synth, envelope, effect parameter, or to pitch
Built-In FM radio
Sample sounds directly from any radio station
Record sampled sounds directly to 4-track tape recorder
Use radio signal as modulator with the element LFO (low frequency oscillator) to alter any synthesizer engine, envelope, or effect parameter
Note:
You may also use the OUT to IN option to bounce all tracks with effects, EQ, etc., to one single track
Controller / Disk Mode: Album / Com Key
Album mode allows recording to a dual-sided album
Com mode to connect to a PC/Mac or for conversion to a MIDI controller

In the Box
teenage engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer
1-Year Warranty