Teenage Engineering EP–136 K.O.–SIDEKICK
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The Teenage Engineering EP–136 K.O.–SIDEKICK is a compact two-channel stereo mixer, USB audio interface and performance effects processor designed to expand the capabilities of the EP series and any portable music setup. Featuring two stereo input channels, an additional stereo auxiliary input, six expressive performance effects, three selectable EQ styles, built-in compression, beat matching and a unique motion control™ FX sequencer, the K.O.–SIDEKICK transforms live performances and studio sessions alike. Powered by just two AAA batteries or USB-C, it also functions as an 8-in/4-out USB audio interface and MIDI controller, making it an ideal companion for musicians, producers and live performers.
Key features
- Two-channel stereo mixer with dedicated level faders
- USB audio interface and MIDI controller
- Two stereo inputs plus one stereo auxiliary/session input
- Six performance effects with Motion Control™ sequencing
- Three selectable EQ styles (DJ, Studio and Parametric)
- Three-mode compressor on each channel
- Beat matching on both channels
- Pressure-sensitive Force Pad and high-resolution Mod Stick
- 48 kHz / 24-bit audio processing
- Powered by 2 × AAA batteries or USB-C
- High-resolution colour LCD display
- Expandable by linking multiple K.O.–SIDEKICK units together
Overview
| Product Type | Portable Stereo Mixer, Audio Interface & FX Processor |
| Channels | 2 Stereo Channels + 1 Stereo Auxiliary Input |
| Audio Resolution | 48 kHz / 24-bit |
| USB Audio | 8 Inputs / 4 Outputs |
| Inputs | 2 × 3.5 mm Stereo Inputs, 1 × 3.5 mm Stereo Aux Input |
| Outputs | 3.5 mm Stereo Main Output, 3.5 mm Cue Output |
| Effects | 6 Performance Effects with Motion Control™ Sequencing |
| Equaliser | 3 EQ Styles (DJ, Studio, Parametric) |
| Compression | Three-Mode Compressor per Channel |
| Connectivity | USB-C Audio & MIDI |
| Power | 2 × AAA Batteries or USB-C |
| Dimensions | 240 × 88 × 16 mm |
| Weight | 300 g |
Included Content
- Teenage Engineering EP–136 K.O.–SIDEKICK
- Quick start guide
Creative Tools
- Mix two stereo sources with dedicated channel controls and cue monitoring
- Add expressive filter, delay, loop and other performance effects using Motion Control™ sequencing
- Synchronise rhythmic effects automatically with dual-channel beat matching
- Shape your mix with three EQ styles and per-channel compression
- Use as an 8-in/4-out USB audio interface for recording and multitrack production
- Control compatible software and hardware via USB MIDI
- Link multiple K.O.–SIDEKICK units together to expand your live mixing setup
Ideal For
- Teenage Engineering EP series users
- EP–133 K.O. II performers
- Electronic musicians
- Live performers and DJs
- Portable recording setups
- Home studios
- Content creators
- Creative audio routing and performance effects