Teenage Engineering PO-32 Tonic Drum Synthesizer & Sequencer

Quick Summary

The Teenage Engineering PO-32 Tonic is a compact drum and percussion synthesizer designed for hands-on beat making, sequencing and sound design. It combines real synthesizer engines with 16 preset sounds, parameter locking, a step multiplier, punch-in effects and extensive pattern chaining in the distinctive Pocket Operator format.

Its standout feature is compatibility with Sonic Charge Microtonic, allowing compatible sounds and pattern data to be transferred to the PO-32 for a much wider sonic palette. Microtonic software is sold separately.

What Makes the Teenage Engineering PO-32 Tonic Special?

Unlike a conventional sample-based pocket drum machine, the PO-32 uses real synthesizer engines to generate its percussion sounds. This gives it a distinctive electronic character and plenty of scope for shaping punchy kicks, snares, hats, percussion and experimental rhythmic textures.

The built-in microphone also supports sound-data transfer, allowing compatible Microtonic sounds and patterns to be transferred into the PO-32. Combined with parameter locks, step multiplication, effects and pattern chaining, this makes the Tonic one of the most flexible drum-focused Pocket Operators.

Who Is It For?

The PO-32 Tonic is ideal for electronic musicians, producers, beat makers and synth enthusiasts looking for a highly portable drum synthesizer with deeper sound-design potential than a traditional preset rhythm machine.

It is particularly well suited to techno, electro, IDM, experimental electronic music and live hardware jams, while its compact size makes it equally useful for travelling and spontaneous beat making.

At A Glance

• Drum and percussion synthesizer

• Real synthesizer engines

• 16 preset sounds

• Sequencer

• Parameter locking

• Punch-in effects

• Step multiplier

• 64-pattern chaining

• Microtonic sound and pattern transfer

• Built-in microphone for data transfer

• Built-in speaker

• 3.5 mm audio input and output

• Jam sync

• Battery-powered portable design

Condition Overview

This Teenage Engineering PO-32 Tonic is brand new.

Supplied as a new retail product with full manufacturer warranty.

What’s Included?

• Teenage Engineering PO-32 Tonic

• Original retail packaging

• Manufacturer documentation

Sonic Charge Microtonic software is not included and is sold separately.

Batteries are not included.

Technical Specifications

Product Type: Drum and percussion synthesizer and sequencer
Sound Generation: Real synthesizer engines
Preset Sounds: 16
Sequencer: Built-in step sequencer
Pattern Chaining: Up to 64 patterns
Parameter Automation: Parameter locking
Step Multiplier: Yes
Punch-In Effects: Yes
Sound Transfer: Compatible with Sonic Charge Microtonic
Transfer Method: Built-in microphone or cable-based data transfer
Microphone: Built-in microphone for receiving sound data
Audio Input: 3.5 mm stereo
Audio Output: 3.5 mm stereo
Sync: Jam sync
Speaker: Built-in
Display: Animated LCD display
Write Protection: Breakaway lock tab
Additional Functions: Clock and alarm clock
Construction: Exposed Pocket Operator circuit-board design with folding stand

The PO-32 can receive compatible sound and pattern data created with Sonic Charge Microtonic, giving users access to far more sounds than the 16 presets stored on the unit itself.

Power Requirements

The Teenage Engineering PO-32 Tonic is powered by 2 x AAA batteries.

Teenage Engineering quotes approximately one month of battery life and up to two years of standby time.

Batteries are not included.

No mains power supply is required or included.

FAQs

What is the Teenage Engineering PO-32 Tonic?

The PO-32 Tonic is a compact drum and percussion synthesizer and sequencer with real synthesis engines, parameter locking, effects and sound-transfer capability.

How many sounds does the PO-32 include?

It comes with 16 preset sounds.

Can I add different sounds to the PO-32?

Yes. Compatible sounds created using Sonic Charge Microtonic can be transferred to the PO-32, greatly expanding its available sound palette.

Is Microtonic included?

No. Sonic Charge Microtonic is sold separately.

How are Microtonic sounds transferred?

The PO-32 has a built-in microphone that can receive compatible data transmitted as audio. Cable-based transfer is also supported.

Does the PO-32 have a sequencer?

Yes. It includes a built-in sequencer for programming drum and percussion patterns.

Does it support parameter locking?

Yes. Parameter locks allow sound changes to be recorded into individual sequencer steps, creating more animated and evolving patterns.

What does the step multiplier do?

The step multiplier allows rapid repeated triggers to be programmed, making it useful for rolls, fills and fast rhythmic variations.

Does the PO-32 have built-in effects?

Yes. It includes punch-in effects designed for real-time rhythmic and sonic manipulation.

Can patterns be chained together?

Yes. The PO-32 supports chaining of up to 64 patterns.

Can the PO-32 sync with other Pocket Operators?

Yes. Jam sync allows it to synchronise with other Pocket Operators and compatible hardware.

Does the PO-32 have a built-in speaker?

Yes. It includes an integrated speaker for standalone use.

Can headphones be connected?

Yes. Headphones can be connected through the 3.5 mm audio output.

What batteries does the PO-32 use?

The PO-32 Tonic requires 2 x AAA batteries.

Are batteries included?

No. Batteries are not included.

Is the PO-32 suitable for live performance?

Yes. Parameter locks, punch-in effects, pattern chaining and step multiplication make it particularly well suited to live electronic performance and hardware jams.

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