Teenage Engineering's KO-Amp 35 Leaks in FCC Filing
Swedish consumer electronics company Teenage Engineering appears to be expanding its product line into instrument amplifiers, according to a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing. The unannounced device, identified as the KO-Amp 35, is labeled as part of the mid-range EP family, which currently includes the KO-II synthesizer and its variants, the Riddim and Medieval. While the filing provides limited technical details, it confirms the device features a built-in rechargeable battery and Bluetooth connectivity. A model difference statement included in the documentation suggests that the amplifier will be available in multiple color options. Visual evidence from the filing is somewhat obscured, but images indicate the presence of control knobs located on a concave handle across the top of the unit, along with a quarter-inch jack positioned on the rear. This leak aligns with broader industry expectations that Teenage Engineering plans to further expand its EP lineup, following previous rumors of an unannounced mixer associated with the Riddim release. The potential entry into the budget guitar and instrument amp market marks a significant diversification for the brand, known for its distinctive design and portable music production tools.
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Teenage Engineering's KO-Amp 35 Leaks in FCC Filing
Swedish consumer electronics company Teenage Engineering appears to be expanding its product line into instrument amplifiers, according to a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing. The unannounced device, identified as the KO-Amp 35, is labeled as part of the mid-range EP family, which currently includes the KO-II synthesizer and its variants, the Riddim and Medieval. While the filing provides limited technical details, it confirms the device features a built-in rechargeable battery and Bluetooth connectivity. A model difference statement included in the documentation suggests that the amplifier will be available in multiple color options. Visual evidence from the filing is somewhat obscured, but images indicate the presence of control knobs located on a concave handle across the top of the unit, along with a quarter-inch jack positioned on the rear. This leak aligns with broader industry expectations that Teenage Engineering plans to further expand its EP lineup, following previous rumors of an unannounced mixer associated with the Riddim release. The potential entry into the budget guitar and instrument amp market marks a significant diversification for the brand, known for its distinctive design and portable music production tools.
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