Teenage engineering EP-136 K.O. Sidekick

Teenage Engineering EP-136 K.O. Sidekick is an ultra-compact stereo mixer designed for musicians working with grooveboxes, samplers and portable synths. Designed for live performance and mobile setups, it combines mixing, real-time effects, USB audio interface and MIDI control in a lightweight, portable format. Its fast workflow lets you create dynamic transitions, evolving textures and livelier performances without complicating your setup. It's an ideal solution for nomadic producers, electronic performers and users of compact machines.

Features

Compact stereo mixer for mobile setups

The Sidekick easily centralizes several machines thanks to its mini-jack 3.5 mm stereo inputs and auxiliary input. You can quickly connect grooveboxes, compact synths, samplers or smartphones without adding large equipment. This approach simplifies live setups and keeps your setup light and quick to transport.

Performance-oriented real-time effects

The mix becomes a truly creative tool thanks to Motion Control™, Knock-Out FX™, pressure-sensitive Pad FX and Tap FX Sequencer™. You can easily add transitions, rhythmic cuts, moving textures or dynamic effects while playing. These features bring performances to life and encourage real-time improvisation.

Expressive Pad FX and immediate interaction

Pad FX reacts to pressure to modify effects in a more natural, musical way. You control variations directly by touch, without having to navigate complex menus. This rapid interaction enhances spontaneity and adds character to live performances.

Integrated USB audio interface

Sidekick also functions as a USB audio interface for recording, streaming or easily integrating your hardware setup into a DAW. You capture your performance directly, without the need for additional hardware. This feature is particularly useful for hybrid producers working between hardware and software.

MIDI control for a modern workflow

Thanks to its MIDI functions, the mixer integrates naturally into today's production environment. You can synchronize your machines, control certain parameters or use it in a more advanced live setup, while keeping the configuration minimalist and quick to set up.

USB-C power supply or AAA batteries

The Sidekick can operate via USB-C or AAA batteries for totally mobile use. You can play just as well in a home studio as in improvised setups on the move. This flexibility makes it particularly interesting for nomadic artists and non-studio performances.

What we like / What we need to know

• Ultra-compact format ideal for portable setups and mobile performances.
• Live-oriented real-time effects with an immediate, creative approach.
• Convenient USB audio interface for fast recording and streaming.
• Useful MIDI functions for easy integration into hybrid workflows.
• Dual USB-C power supplies or AAA batteries for unrestricted play everywhere.
• Mini-jack connectivity designed above all for compact machines and minimalist setups.

Who's it for?

• Groovebox and sampler users who want to centralize several machines in a compact setup.
• Electronic performers looking for a creative live and improvisation-oriented mixer.
• Nomadic producers needing lightweight, easy-to-transport equipment.
• Content creators and streamers who want to easily record their hardware setup.
• Musicians working with Teenage Engineering machines, portable synths or minimalist setups.