Teenage Engineering EP-136 Sidekick Mixer

Teenage Engineering's EP-136 Sidekick is a compact dual–channel mixer that bridges the gap between portable control and serious audio interface functionality. Built around the same industrial design language as the EP series, it combines hardware mixing with USB audio integration, making it a capable centre point for bedroom recording, live streaming, or mobile performance setups. The unit operates on either 2xAAA batteries or USB-C power, delivering 24–bit audio processing at 48kHz alongside eight channels of input and four channels of output.

The mixer features two stereo channel strips with dedicated controls, plus a third stereo auxiliary input for expanded routing flexibility. A configurable EQ section toggles between DJ and studio voicing profiles, whilst dual effects processors handle reverb, delay, and modulation with expressive control via the pressure–sensitive force pad and high–resolution mod stick. The tap–FX sequencer™ allows real–time effect timing synchronisation, and dual channel beat–match functionality aids tempo alignment. Metering and parameter display runs on a custom colour LCD screen; the entire unit weighs 300g and measures 240 mm × 88 mm × 16 mm, with signal specs including 105dBA SNR on inputs and 108dBA on outputs (typical).

Features

• Two stereo channel strips with dedicated parameter controls
• Third stereo auxiliary input expands session routing options
• Dual effects processors with pressure–sensitive force pad and mod stick
• Tap–FX sequencer™ synchronises effect timing to performance tempo
• Selectable EQ modes: DJ or studio voicing profiles
• USB audio interface with 24–bit, 48kHz processing capability
• Cue output for headphone preview and effect sends
• Battery or USB–C powered; 300g weight, 240 × 88 × 16 mm dimensions