The Teenage Engineering PO-33 K.O. was my introduction to DAW-less beat making.
Retailing for $99 on Amazon at the time of writing this, I was able to find one on Facebook Marketplace for $40. I recognized what it was the moment I saw it without having ever used one before.
Teenage Engineering is a brand that has drawn comparisons to Apple for their sleek feature packed designs for its line of audio electronics.
The Pocket Operator PO-33 gives you:
– 40 seconds of sampling time
– Real-time effects
– Built-in mic sampling
– Easy chopping and sequencing
– A sh*tload of fun in a compact form
If you’re new to beatmaking, beat sampling, or grooveboxes and want something simple, cheap, and powerful, this video will show you why the PO-33 is still the best budget groovebox for beginners.
