Teenage Engineering PO-16 factory

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Teenage Engineering PO-16 factory

Teenage Engineering

PO-16 factory

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 356708
Model: PO-16 factory
Price: $80.30

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The PO-16 Factory is a brilliant little pocket synth – a gateway drug to Teenage Engineering’s ecosystem. It's fantastic for sketching out ideas, creating quirky loops, and learning basic sequencing concepts. Perfect for electronic music dabblers, beatmakers, or anyone wanting a fun, affordable, and portable sound source.

Product Description

  • Teenage Engineering PO-16 factory
  • Lead Synthesizer
  • 16 Step pattern sequencer
  • 15 Sounds plus micro drum machine including 16 samples
  • Pitch and note length per step
  • 16 Effects
  • 16 Patterns
  • Parameter lock (2 Parameters per sound)
  • Line in and output 3.5 mm jack
  • Power supply via 2 standard AAA batteries
  • LCD Display
  • Integrated speaker
  • Integrated alarm
  • Sync
PROS
  • • Pocket-sized, yet surprisingly feature-rich sequencing capabilities.
  • • The 16 distinct sounds offer a broad palette for experimentation.
  • • Parameter locking adds depth, moving beyond basic sequencing.
  • • Integrated speaker is surprisingly loud and clear for its size.
CONS
  • • Limited polyphony restricts complex chord voicings and arrangements.
  • • Plastic construction feels a bit fragile for gigging situations.
  • • 3.5mm connections require adapters for most studio setups.

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Key Features

Keys Miniature keys, unweighted
Key Type Miniature, membrane-style
Synthesis Type Digital FM/Subtractive/Sample-based
Polyphony 2 voices
Effects 16 built-in digital effects (delay, reverb, distortion, etc.)
Connections 3.5mm Line In/Out, Sync
Weight Approximately 2.8 oz

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Frequently Asked Questions

It uses a 3.5mm sync jack, allowing for clocking and sequencing between compatible POs – a simple but effective way to create larger, interconnected systems.
The core sounds are preset, but parameter locking lets you radically alter their character, providing a significant degree of customization.
The LCD is not backlit, so visibility can be challenging in direct sunlight; it's best used indoors or in shaded areas.

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