Description
The Teenage Engineering OP-XY (OPXY) is a portable sequencer, synthesizer and sampler built around a 16-track, 64-step sequencer. It plays 24 voices across 8 synth engines plus drum, multi and synth samplers, has a 2-octave keyboard, a built-in speaker and microphone, a multi-out jack for MIDI, CV and gate, sync or audio, and a rechargeable battery rated at about 16 hours.
Eight instrument tracks and eight auxiliary tracks share the sequencer, with 9 patterns per track, 99 scenes and 9 songs per project. The brain chord progression system handles transposition across tracks, and 24 punch-in effects, a pressure-sensitive pitch bend and a 6-axis motion sensor add live control.
OP-XY specifications
| Type | Sequencer, synthesizer and sampler |
|---|---|
| Voices | 24-voice multitimbral |
| Engines | 8 synth engines, drum sampler, multisampler, synth sampler |
| Sequencer | 16 tracks (8 instrument, 8 auxiliary), 64 steps over 4 pages, 9 patterns per track, 99 scenes, 9 songs per project, 24 punch-in effects |
| Samples | Up to 20 seconds each |
| Storage | 8 GB user storage |
| Keyboard and controls | 2-octave (24-key) keyboard, 68 low-profile mechanical buttons, 4 encoders, pressure-sensitive pitch bend, 6-axis motion sensor |
| Built-in mic and speaker | Yes, both |
| Audio out | 3.5 mm stereo with headset mic support, max 8 dBu (2 Vrms), 124 dBA SNR |
| Audio in | 3.5 mm stereo, 13 kOhm, 0 to 31 dB gain, max 8 dBu (2 Vrms), 98 dBA SNR |
| Multi-out | One 3.5 mm jack switchable between MIDI, CV and gate, sync (8, 16 or 24) and audio |
| MIDI and USB | 3.5 mm MIDI in, USB-C audio and MIDI (host and device), Bluetooth LE MIDI |
| Display | IPS color display |
| Battery | Rechargeable, about 16 hours, charges over USB-C |
| Dimensions | 11.4 x 4 x 1.2 in (288 x 102 x 29 mm) |
| Weight | 1.98 lb (900 g) |
| Finish | Black |
| Manufacturer part number | TE033AS001 |
How many tracks does the OP-XY have?
16: eight instrument tracks and eight auxiliary tracks, each with up to 64 steps across 4 pages and 9 patterns.
Can the OP-XY control other gear?
Yes. Its multi-out jack sends MIDI, CV and gate, sync or audio, it has a 3.5 mm MIDI input, it works as a USB MIDI host or device over USB-C, and it sends Bluetooth LE MIDI.
How long does the OP-XY battery last?
About 16 hours per charge, according to Teenage Engineering. It charges over USB-C.
OP-XY or OP-1 Field?
The OP-XY is built around sequencing: 16 tracks, 24 voices, a 2-octave keyboard and CV and MIDI out, with about 16 hours of battery. The OP-1 Field is built around a 4-track tape recorder and 12 synth engines, adds an FM radio, and runs about 24 hours. Pick the OP-XY to sequence and control a setup, the OP-1 Field to record and design sounds.
What protects the OP-XY?
The Decksaver cover for the OP-1 Field and OP-XY protects the keys and controls.
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