Teenage Engineering PO-20 Arcade Pocket Operator Synth Overview
The Teenage Engineering PO-20 Arcade Pocket Operator Synth brings the beloved sounds of classic arcade games and vintage gaming consoles to the palm of your hand. Packed with 8-bit and chiptune-inspired sounds, this pocket-sized synth lets you immerse yourself in a world of retro nostalgia and creative exploration.
Pocket arcade synthesizer and sequencer with parameter locks and punch-in effects
Designed for musicians, producers, and gaming enthusiasts alike, the PO-20 Arcade allows you to craft chiptune melodies and quirky sound effects wherever you are. Its compact design, battery-powered operation, and built-in speaker make it a portable playground for channeling your gaming-inspired musical ideas on the move.
Endless Chiptune Creativity
Featuring 16 synthesized arcade-style sounds, the PO-20 Arcade offers a diverse sonic palette to create melodies, leads, basslines, and atmospheric effects. Unleash your imagination and dive into a world of lo-fi charm, retro bleeps, and bloops that hark back to the golden age of gaming.
Easy-to-Use Sequencing
The intuitive 16-step sequencer lets you compose intricate patterns and captivating loops effortlessly. Create melodies that echo the spirit of classic gaming, or experiment with glitches and rhythmic variations for a modern twist on the chiptune genre.
Add Instant Character with FX
The PO-20 Arcade features punch-in effects, allowing you to add vibrato, bit crush, arpeggios, and more in real-time. These effects give your chiptune compositions a distinct character, elevating your soundscapes to new levels of creativity.
Sync and Jam with Friends
Synchronize the PO-20 Arcade with other Pocket Operator devices to unlock collaborative potential and expand your sonic possibilities. Connect, sync, and jam with friends to create an ensemble of chiptune goodness.
- Synthesized arcade sounds
- Sequencer
- Parameter locks
- Chord chaining
- 16 sounds
- 16 punch-in effects
- Built-in speaker
- 3.5 mm audio I/O
- Jam sync
- LCD display
- Folding stand
- Watch alarm clock
- 1 month battery life / (normal use 1h/day)