Teenage Engineering PO-16 Factory – Pocket Melody Synthesizer & Sequencer
The Teenage Engineering PO-16 Factory is a compact melody synthesizer and step sequencer, delivering expressive lead sounds, chords, and arpeggios in a fun, pocket-sized format. Part of the Pocket Operator series, the PO-16 is ideal for producers, electronic musicians, and sound designers looking for powerful melodic tools on the go.
The PO-16 features 15 lead synth sounds and a built-in micro drum kit, making it easy to build layered melodic phrases and rhythmic textures. Its 16-step sequencer supports parameter locks and pattern chaining, giving you deep control over pitch, filters, and modulation. With 16 built-in effects including stutter, delay, vibrato, and arpeggiators, you can add dynamic movement to your sequences in real time.
Perfect for standalone use or in sync with other Pocket Operators, the PO-16 Factory is battery-powered, ultra-portable, and designed for intuitive music creation wherever inspiration strikes.
Key Features:
- Compact melody synthesizer and 16-step sequencer
- 15 lead synth sounds + 1 micro drum kit
- Real-time play and step sequencing with parameter locks
- 16 performance effects including delay, stutter, vibrato, arpeggio
- 3.5 mm audio in/out with sync for chaining with other devices
- Built-in speaker and animated LCD display
- Battery powered – up to 1 month with 2 x AAA batteries
- Minimalist design – lightweight, durable, and pocket-sized
Technical Specifications:
- Sound Engine: Synth-based lead voices with chord and arpeggio modes
- Sounds: 15 melodic synth voices + 1 drum kit
- Sequencer: 16-step with pattern chaining and parameter locks
- Effects: 16 live performance effects (e.g., delay, vibrato, stutter)
- Input/Output: 3.5 mm stereo line in/out + sync
- Speaker: Built-in mini speaker
- Display: Custom animated LCD screen
- Power: 2 x AAA batteries (included)
- Battery Life: Up to 1 month (typical use)
- Dimensions: 60 mm x 105 mm x 10 mm
- Weight: Approx. 100 g with batteries
Why Choose the PO-16 Factory?
The PO-16 Factory brings melodic creativity into the palm of your hand. With lush synth tones, sequencing flexibility, and performance-ready effects, it’s a go-to tool for catchy leads, evolving patterns, and experimental ideas. Pair it with other Pocket Operators for a full mobile synth setup—or use it solo for quick inspiration.
Create melodies anywhere—choose the Teenage Engineering PO-16 Factory.