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Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II

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Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II

The EP-133 K.O. II is a pocketable 12-track sampler and drum machine with a built-in mic, 128MB of sample memory and punch-in FX, earning an enthusiast-tier 70 for packing real workflow into a slab form factor. It's ideal for beat-makers who want hands-on, tactile sampling on the go. Skip it if you want a large touchscreen or deep menu-driven editing — this is a button-and-knob instrument.

Scores

Breakdown
Overall73±3

Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).

Beginner Friendliness75
Compatibility50
Confidence82
Pro Readiness56
Upgrade Path65
Value95

The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.

How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.

Specifications

SpecValueVerification
device typesamplerSourced
tracks12Sourced

2/2 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.

Verdict

Best for

  • Pocketable sampler/drum machine with built-in mic, 128MB and punch-in FX

Who should skip this

  • Players wanting a big touchscreen or deep menu-driven editing

Where to buy

List price $329

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Compatibility

No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard music production setup.

Upgrade path

A solid enthusiast pick that carries into higher-tier setups as your needs grow.