Blackened Rebrand: Teenage Engineering Embraces the Dark Side with Field System Black Series
Laid-back Lowdown on Teenage Engineering's Blackout Field Series
Teenage Engineering, the brand that rocked the world with sleek design and sonic variety wrapped in a distinctive style, just gave its design philosophy a 180-degree twist with the debut of a new matte black finish gracing the portable Field recording devices lineup. This stylish overhaul unifies the TX-6 Field mixer, TP-7 Field recorder, and CM-15 Field microphone with the OP-XY sequencer's dark, sophisticated surface that seamlessly combines robust sound quality with classic Braun aesthetics.
The OP-XY isn’t the only stunning black device in town – the eye-catching flagship OP-1 Field stands out - holding its ground as the sole entity resisting this dark makeover. These soon-to-be-iconic devices made their first public appearance at the Superbooth electronic music show in Frankfurt earlier this year.
Now available for purchase on Teenage Engineering's official website, you can own these timeless black gems. But remember, they're not just about aesthetics – the TX-6 and TP-7 devices have been upgraded with a firmware update, introducing a host of new features to these already feature-packed machines.
Let’s dive a little deeper into the new additions to the Field Series:
TX-6 Field Mixer – Sleek and Chock-full of Features
- Specs: The mini marvel TX-6 is a portable 6-channel stereo/12-channel mono mixer packed with 32-bit/48kHz USB audio interface, built-in EQ, a compressor, MIDI clock, digital effects, and doubles as a simple synthesizer and drum machine.
TP-7 Field Recorder – Everything You Need, Right in Your Pocket
- Specs: The multipurpose TP-7 recorder offers multitrack recording, an analogue-style jog dial, a high-quality built-in microphone, compatibility with USB audio sources or the CM-15 microphone, as well as motorized “tape-reel” playback control.
- New Features:
- Boost Your MIDI Capabilities: The TP-7 now flaunts expanded MIDI modes, giving users better timing with other gear, hands-on digital audio file manipulation, and more control options.[1]
- Stem Bouncing: You can now bounce stems into a single stereo file or add tracks to an existing file for smoother editing.[1]
- Worldwide Transcription: Enhanced transcription capabilities support multiple languages when partnered with the TP-7 app, making your recordings even more accessible.[1]
CM-15 Field Microphone – Studio-level Sound in Your Hand
- Specs: The CM-15 is a premium large-diaphragm condenser microphone offering mini-XLR, USB-C, and 3.5mm mini-jack connectivity, with an integrated rechargeable battery for versatile means of power, removing the need for USB or phantom power.
- New Features: The CM-15 joins the black party and boasts the sleek matte black finish, ensuring your gadgets match. Beyond the aesthetic update, specific details concerning the firmware update's effects on the CM-15 are not disclosed.[2][5].
Accompanying this black ensemble is a color-coded set of accessories for a perfectly synchronised, black-themed pocket studio. So, are you ready to inflame your creativity and stand out from the crowd? Embrace the darkness and elevate your audio game with Teenage Engineering's newly-darkened Field Series.
Want more insights on the tech world?
Sign up for our newsletter and get captivating doses of inspiration, escapism, and design stories delivered straight to your inbox every day. Rock on!✉️🎶🎉🔮!
[1] Teenage Engineering Blog - "TP-7 Field Gets More Features with the Latest Firmware Update": https://teenageengineering.com/blogs/news/tp-7-field-recorder-gets-more-features-with-the-latest-firmware-update[2] Teenage Engineering - "Product Details - Field": https://teenageengineering.com/products/field[3] Keyboard Magazine - "Teenage Engineering Field Mixer TX-6 Review": https://keyboardmag.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/teenage-engineering-field-mixer-tx-6-review-mysterious-gadget-is-a-tasty-mixture-of-fun-and-function[4] Gear and Tech - "Teenage Engineering CM-15 Field Microphone Review": https://gearandtech.com/teenage-engineering-cm-15-field-microphone-review/[5] Pitchfork - "Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field Review": https://pitchfork.com/reviews/television/teenage-engineering-op-1-field/
- The TX-6 Field mixer and TP-7 Field recorder, smart-home devices from Teenage Engineering's Blackout Field Series, have been upgraded with a firmware update, adding new features like expanded MIDI modes and stem bouncing to the already packed machines.
- Along with the TX-6, TP-7 and OP-XY sequencer, the CM-15 Field microphone, another gadget from the smart-home devices lineup, now also sports the sleek matte black finish.
