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
BreakdownHideOverall73±3Caliber-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).
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-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).
Tier 'enthusiast', adjusted for in-class price position and source coverage.
No ecosystem requirements declared for this category.
3 independent/primary source(s) (marginal credit capped at 3), 3 cited in total; 0 field(s) flagged for verification.
Tier 'enthusiast', adjusted for in-class price headroom, sourcing, and verification state.
Tier 'enthusiast' baseline with 0 native ecosystem(s) carrying into higher-tier setups.
Cheapest of its enthusiast-tier peers in this category — best in-class value.
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| device type | samplerSourced | Sourced |
| tracks | 12Sourced | Sourced |
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
Prices last checked Jun 13, 2026 — retailer prices change often, so click through for the current price.
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Compatibility
No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard music production setup.
Upgrade path
Outgrow it and the Roland TR-8S Rhythm Performer is the natural next step up in grooveboxes. See it →