--- product_id: 48668142 title: "Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm Pocket Operator - Drum Machine" brand: "teenage engineering" price: "€ 141.54" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/48668142-teenage-engineering-po-12-rhythm-pocket-operator-drum-machine store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Jam-sync with other Pocket Operators 16 synthesized drum sounds 16 built-in real-time effects Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm Pocket Operator - Drum Machine **Brand:** teenage engineering **Price:** € 141.54 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🥁 Pocket-sized power, studio-grade beats—your rhythm revolution starts here! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm Pocket Operator - Drum Machine by teenage engineering - **How much does it cost?** € 141.54 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/48668142-teenage-engineering-po-12-rhythm-pocket-operator-drum-machine) ## Best For - teenage engineering enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted teenage engineering brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Dynamic FX Control:** Shape your sound live with 16 onboard effects like distortion, delay, and stutter—no studio needed. - • **Pro-Level Drum Palette:** Craft beats with 16 authentic synthesized percussion sounds, from crisp hi-hats to punchy cowbells. - • **Seamless Pattern Chaining:** Build full tracks effortlessly by chaining up to 16 patterns with a 16-step sequencer and step multiplier. - • **Ultimate Portability & Sync:** Compact, battery-powered design with jam-sync lets you connect and collaborate anywhere, anytime. - • **Intuitive Performance Interface:** LCD display, dual rotary knobs, and 1-16 keypad put professional sequencing at your fingertips. ## Overview The Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm Pocket Operator is a compact, battery-powered drum machine featuring 16 synthesized drum sounds and 16 real-time effects. It offers a 16-step sequencer with pattern chaining and step retriggering, an intuitive LCD interface with dual rotary controls, and jam-sync functionality to connect with other Pocket Operators or external gear. Designed for on-the-go music creation, it combines portability with professional-grade sound and flexibility, making it ideal for aspiring producers and seasoned musicians alike. ## Description From the manufacturer aplus content video the pocket operator family Pocket operators are small, ultra portable music devices, with studio quality sound and the flexibility to make music on the go. Affordable for everyone and compatible with all other music gear. All pocket operator models perfectly complement each other - from drum machine, bass and lead synthesizers to noise percussion and Capcom special editions. Use them separately or connect them together, the choice is yours. Watch the family overview video then find out more about the PO-12 rhythm below. PO-12 rhythm This mini drum machine features 15 percussion sounds and a supplementary bass synth. Parameter knob 'A' adjusts pitch while 'B' morphs the character of the percussive sounds. A step multiplier within the sequencer lets you retrigger individual steps, making snare rolls & hi-hat flutters super easy! LCD Display with Built-in Speaker Interactive screen with a Knowles high quality speaker LCD Display with Built-in Speaker Interactive screen with a Knowles high quality speaker 2 Parameter Controls 2 rotary encoders for controlling multiple functions 2 Parameter Controls 2 rotary encoders for controlling multiple functions 1-16 Keypad Play sounds, select patterns and program sequences with these keys 1-16 Keypad Play sounds, select patterns and program sequences with these keys Play & Write Buttons Play sequences and switch between edit / performance modes Play & Write Buttons Play sequences and switch between edit / performance modes FX & Function Buttons Trigger ‘punch-in’ FX and modify your sequence FX & Function Buttons Trigger ‘punch-in’ FX and modify your sequence 3.5mm TRS Jack Output High quality stereo audio output for headphones, speakers or sync signal for connecting pocket operators. 3.5mm TRS Jack Output High quality stereo audio output for headphones, speakers or sync signal for connecting pocket operators. 3.5mm TRS Jack Input Input jack for audio & for sync signal to jam with other 3.5mm TRS Jack Input Input jack for audio & for sync signal to jam with other Break away hanger Useful hanger for pocket operator that can be broken off when fitting CA-X silicon case Break away hanger Useful hanger for pocket operator that can be broken off when fitting CA-X silicon case Battery Holder Powered by 2 x AAA batteries Battery Holder Powered by 2 x AAA batteries Folding Wire Stand Wire kickstand for pocket operator for enhanced desk Folding Wire Stand Wire kickstand for pocket operator for enhanced desk External Speaker Solder Points older an external speaker to your pocket operator. External Speaker Solder Points older an external speaker to your pocket operator. Review: Excellent for learning the art of sequencing - If I were allowed to swear I would. This device is brilliant. If I explain why I bought it you'll see what hole it fills. This is important as if you want something super basic this is not for you; if you want something with every bell and whistle out there, this is not for you eitther. Right, here we go: I have played on iPhone apps that allow you to sequence drum machines. They are fun but they all seem a little too basic and far off what a professional may use. They also do not 'feel' like a good stepping stone into music production. So I wondered what to go for. I checked out software first. There seemed to be lots out there ranging in price and complexity. I was reluctant to go out and buy some software that would just put me off for life. You know what I mean: you go and buy photoshop pro, try to draw a circle and find you have to spend four hours on Google to learn how to do it! I did not want the photoshop pro version of music sequencing; I did not want to have to boot up the computer sit at a table with a mouse (and possibly a keyboard) to get going. I wanted something the size of an iPhone that I could just grab and make music. Then along came this bad boy: the pocket operator. Before you read on check out YouTube to see what people have done with it. When you link it up with another (or even more) you can get some real professional music laid. How easy it is: I am gonna be honest. It was not intuitive for me. You can't just open it and get stuck in. I struggled to even play around to work out what things did. This may not be the case if you have experience of this sort of thing; the symbols (pun intended) may mean something to you. I was a little frustrated but remembered why I bought it. I wanted something a little more professional that a simple iPhone app. And that was gonna require a little learning. So I put the work in. If you have peace you can become proficient with its use in about an hour. You may need to refer back to the instructions to remind you how to do some if it but it is actually relatively simple. I would advice learning one function then spending a few minutes playing with it then moving on. The hard part is actually making a good track. But then if that was easy we would all be pop stars! The internal speaker is not brilliant but it is much better than I was expecting so don't let that put you off; with earphones its perfect. It takes two AA batteries and is constantly on. There is no off button but this does not matter. To my understanding most of the screen is just for show but some of it does help. All the LEDs near each button all mean different things depending on what you are doing. I found it a little confusing at first but quickly got the hang of it. So, if you are looking to put your foot in the water - get this; it is wicked. I was picking my wife up from somewhere the other day. I arrived early so killed 15 minutes in the car with the Operator, wrote a little track and smiled. Boom! I read that the Rhythm was was the best to get if you were just getting one. It is not just a drum machine; you can get melody on your tracks to. Review: Genuis - Excellent item. ## Features - PRODUCES 16 DIFFERENT DRUM SOUNDS - The Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm uses real synthesized drum sounds to recreate drum and percussion sounds like cymbals, hi-hat, cowbell, and more - OFFERS 16 BUILT-IN EFFECTS - The Rhythm Pocket Operator has 16 onboard FX including distortion, delay, stutter, and vibrato - LETS YOU CREATE A WHOLE SONG - The 16-step sequencer and step-multiplier allow you to chain up to 16 patterns together You can also insert a re-trig in a single step - FINE-TUNE THE EFFECTS IN REAL-TIME - Effortlessly edit the 16 effects with the dual real-time parameters You can fine-tune the tempo from 60 to 240bpm - JAM ON THE GO - PO-12 Rhythm has a jam-sync function, which lets you connect the unit with other Pocket Operators You can also integrate PO-12 with 3rd-party gear thanks to its integrated audio-pulse-based sync ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00X6EYNQE | | Best Sellers Rank | 2,428 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 7 in Tabletop Synthesizers | | Body Material | Wood | | Brand | Teenage Engineering | | Brand Name | Teenage Engineering | | Colour | black/green | | Connector Type | Auxiliary | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 833 Reviews | | Finish Type | Lacquered | | Global Trade Identification Number | 07350073030538 | | Included Components | Integrierter faltbarer Support und integrierter Knowles-Lautsprecher | | Item Dimensions | 17.8 x 8.9 x 0.5 centimetres | | Item Type Name | pocket operator | | Item Weight | 0.05 Kilograms | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 17.8 x 8.9 x 0.5 centimetres | | Item weight | 0.05 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Teenage Engineering | | Material | Bass Wood | | Model Name | PO-12 | | Model Number | TE010AS012 | | Model name | PO-12 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Part Number | PO 12 Rhythm (drums) | | Product Warranty | 1 year manufacturer. | | Set Name | Pocket Operator | | UPC | 714573520413 142200968572 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Teenage Engineering - **Colour:** black/green - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 17.8 x 8.9 x 0.5 centimetres - **Material:** Bass Wood - **Model name:** PO-12 ## Images ![Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm Pocket Operator - Drum Machine - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/712sPFkIbkL.jpg) ![Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm Pocket Operator - Drum Machine - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7140-twTXEL.jpg) ![Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm Pocket Operator - Drum Machine - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ZwsE7k2KL.jpg) ![Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm Pocket Operator - Drum Machine - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aptz2TYzL.jpg) ![Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm Pocket Operator - Drum Machine - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+Ivmr2J6L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Are these fishies freshy or frozening?** A: frozening **Q: Does this include the VST plugin?** A: No if you have already have tonic you can down load it into the buffer or any samples you require via 3.5 jack and you can link all POs together **Q: Has anyone else had trouble with the batteries? when placing in aaa batteries they don’t seem to stay in place and it won’t turn on.** A: There's a wire frame to keep them in place and are fairly snug, if anything you should have more difficulty getting them out than staying in. Sounds like yours may have a fault. **Q: How is this device powered? Mains electricity and/or batteries?** A: It uses 2 x AAA batteries. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for learning the art of sequencing *by M***K on 14 October 2017* If I were allowed to swear I would. This device is brilliant. If I explain why I bought it you'll see what hole it fills. This is important as if you want something super basic this is not for you; if you want something with every bell and whistle out there, this is not for you eitther. Right, here we go: I have played on iPhone apps that allow you to sequence drum machines. They are fun but they all seem a little too basic and far off what a professional may use. They also do not 'feel' like a good stepping stone into music production. So I wondered what to go for. I checked out software first. There seemed to be lots out there ranging in price and complexity. I was reluctant to go out and buy some software that would just put me off for life. You know what I mean: you go and buy photoshop pro, try to draw a circle and find you have to spend four hours on Google to learn how to do it! I did not want the photoshop pro version of music sequencing; I did not want to have to boot up the computer sit at a table with a mouse (and possibly a keyboard) to get going. I wanted something the size of an iPhone that I could just grab and make music. Then along came this bad boy: the pocket operator. Before you read on check out YouTube to see what people have done with it. When you link it up with another (or even more) you can get some real professional music laid. How easy it is: I am gonna be honest. It was not intuitive for me. You can't just open it and get stuck in. I struggled to even play around to work out what things did. This may not be the case if you have experience of this sort of thing; the symbols (pun intended) may mean something to you. I was a little frustrated but remembered why I bought it. I wanted something a little more professional that a simple iPhone app. And that was gonna require a little learning. So I put the work in. If you have peace you can become proficient with its use in about an hour. You may need to refer back to the instructions to remind you how to do some if it but it is actually relatively simple. I would advice learning one function then spending a few minutes playing with it then moving on. The hard part is actually making a good track. But then if that was easy we would all be pop stars! The internal speaker is not brilliant but it is much better than I was expecting so don't let that put you off; with earphones its perfect. It takes two AA batteries and is constantly on. There is no off button but this does not matter. To my understanding most of the screen is just for show but some of it does help. All the LEDs near each button all mean different things depending on what you are doing. I found it a little confusing at first but quickly got the hang of it. So, if you are looking to put your foot in the water - get this; it is wicked. I was picking my wife up from somewhere the other day. I arrived early so killed 15 minutes in the car with the Operator, wrote a little track and smiled. Boom! I read that the Rhythm was was the best to get if you were just getting one. It is not just a drum machine; you can get melody on your tracks to. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genuis *by D***E on 5 August 2026* Excellent item. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I wish I had these back in the late 80's early 90's *by P***C on 11 February 2020* Teenage Engineering deserve high praise for what they're doing with the Pocket Operators. There is truly nothing better to while away the time on long train or plane journeys. In the 80's a device that can do what the PO12 does would have cost well over a thousand pounds. I've been programming drums and percussion loops for a long time now so it only took half an hour to learn all the functions and to get my head around the step writing system. Adding effects and bleeps with the ability to record the filtering/pitch live was a genius idea for this device, it turns what could have been just a drum machine into so much more. Getting the batteries in and out took a bit of getting used to. I'm still discovering and playing with some of the features like swing, copying patterns, playing groups of patterns. A great device at a reasonable price. ## Frequently Bought Together - teenage engineering pocket operator PO-12 rhythm, drum machine and sequencer with parameter locks and punch-in effects - teenage engineering CA-X Silicon pro-case for Pocket Operators with Built-in Battery Protection and Anti-Slip feet (Black) - teenage engineering CA-X silicon pro-case for pocket operators with built-in battery protection and anti-slip feet (red) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/48668142-teenage-engineering-po-12-rhythm-pocket-operator-drum-machine](https://www.desertcart.be/products/48668142-teenage-engineering-po-12-rhythm-pocket-operator-drum-machine) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-09-16*