The teenage engineering EP-136 K.O.-Sidekick is a compact stereo mixer and performance hub built for modern musicโmaking, wherever it happens. At its core are two stereo channel strips plus a stereo aux input that adds a third “session” source, giving you the flexibility to connect samplers, synths, turntables, or a phone at the same time. Dedicated controls for gain, EQ, and compression keep everything handsโon and fast, while configurable EQ styles—DJ, Studio, or Parametric—let you tailor the sound to your workflow. Highโquality AD/DA conversion at 48kHz / 24โbit ensures every signal stays clean, dynamic, and ready for serious production.
Beyond mixing, Sidekick doubles as a powerful USB audio interface. Connect it to your computer, field recorder, or mobile device and instantly unlock digital recording straight into your DAW. With 4โchannel stereo recording (CH1, CH2, AUX, and Main) and 1โchannel stereo playback from your computer or phone, Sidekick functions as both capture device and monitoring solution. Independent cue and main outputs make it easy to preview audio in headphones, perform beatโmatching, or even route external effects, all without diving into menus or software.
Creativity is where Sidekick truly shines. A dual FX block offers expressive control over a wide range of multiโeffects, including tape, loop, tremolo, filter, siren, and tapโdelay. The pressureโsensitive FX pad and highโresolution FX bender invite handsโon performance, while the TapโFX Sequencer™ brings rhythmic motion and repeatable modulation into your sets. Dualโchannel beatโmatch support keeps everything locked together, whether you’re mixing live or sculpting transitions in the studio.
In the studio, Sidekick becomes the companion you always wanted—compact, customizable, and instant. Use it to spark ideas with creative effects, route multiple stereo sources, or quickly capture inspiration straight into your favorite DAW. At home, it fits effortlessly into your setup as a highโquality preamp, letting you plug a turntable, sampler, or phone directly into your speaker system. In the office, Sidekick connects over USB, giving you dedicated control over headphones versus monitors while easily blending in a lineโlevel sound source for work or play.
On stage, Sidekick is built to perform. Pair it with two EPโseries devices—like the EPโ133, EPโ1320, or EPโ40—in a classic “ones and twos” setup for live beat performance. Its EPโseriesโcompatible form factor snaps together using standard LEGO® pins, while power via two AAA batteries or USBโC keeps it mobile and reliable. A highโresolution custom color LCD ties everything together, delivering clear visual feedback in any environment. From studio desk to stage rig, Sidekick is a small mixer with serious ambition.
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