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MORE ARTICLE WITH Teenage Engineering EP-133 KOII

7. December 2025

Free Beat vs. KOII: Can the Teenage Engineering EP-133 Actually Do a Full Song?

Ever wondered if the Teenage Engineering EP-133 KOII can actually pull off a full track, or if it’ll just have you pulling your hair out? Free Beat dives headfirst into the groovebox’s infamous song mode, wrestling with scenes, patterns, and the kind of workflow quirks that make or break a hardware jam. Expect honest frustration, accidental sample deletions, and a few moments of creative clarity. If you’re after a no-fluff, hands-on look at whether this little box is a rave weapon or a workflow headache, you’re in the right bunker.

Teenage Engineering EP-133 KOII

5. December 2025

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Free Beat’s KOII Adventure: Quirky Sampler or Outback Oddity?

Strap in, mates—today we’re diving headfirst into the Teenage Engineering KOII with Free Beat, a creator who’s as keen on creative chaos as a kangaroo at a bush doof. This compact sampler groovebox promises a wild ride of quirky features, hidden shortcuts, and enough menu-diving to make your thumbs cramp. Free Beat’s hands-on approach is equal parts practical and playful, and while the KOII might leave you scratching your head, it’s got a charm that’s hard to shake. If you’re into chiptune nostalgia, handheld jams, and a bit of musical mischief, this one’s for you. Let’s see if the KOII

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