Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer

In [this video](http://www.youredm.com/2015/06/25/skrillex-tells-all-in-interview-with-katie-couric-video/), at 0:10, The Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer is seen in the background on Skrillex's Desk. Also at 0:16, It is seen for a brief seconds near one of Skrillex's studio monitors.

Deadmau5 can be seen using the OP-1 in his video "duelingOP."

On his Instagram, Avicii posts a photo of his Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer with the caption, "OP1 is the shit!" (posted August 2015). In [this Tweet](https://twitter.com/Avicii/status/636748864846860288) posted around the same time, Avicii says, "Finnally playtime".

In this photo from his Instagram posted Dec 2014, John Mayer says, "Morning songwriting session. Heart on full." To the right of his MacBook and in front of his microphone, his Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer can be seen.

The Teenage Engineering OP-1 can be seen in a video of Nicky Romero talking about his Kickstart plugin.

in the album "Drones" Matthew use this synthesizer and we can see in this video

The drummer plays electronic drums with the Teenage Engineering OP-1, which you can see at 00:41.

Teenage Engineering OP-1 can be seen on Diplo's Instagram: "Huge spuds out to @jugendingenieur OP-1 arrived safe"

This still, taken from Steve Aoki's documentary "I'll Sleep When I'm Dead," shows Aoki in his studio in Los Angeles. To his left on the desk, his Teenage Engineering OP-1 Synthesizer can be seen. This scene appears around the 38 minute mark of the film, and the entire documentary can be seen on Netflix [here](https://www.netflix.com/title/80118930).

At 47:41 Thom Yorke can be seen using this item on stage.

Flume and his Teenage Engineering OP-1, as part of his tour bus gear setup. Posted on his Instagram. > "Tour bus studio!"

Sebastian Ingrosso tweets about the Teenage Engineering OP-1 synth: "LOVE THIS SYNTH"

The OP-1 is the star and is widely featured in the music video of "One (Your Name)".

In the podcast, asked for an instrument/plugin he can't live without, Matty mentioned the OP-1 at 1:14:20.

In this photo from Bonobo's studio, the OP-1 can be spotted in front of Bonobo's laptop. The design of the keys and interface are distinct to the OP-1.

The Chainsmokers member Drew was wearing spectacles when seen using Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer. On his Snapchat story, and seen performing with it on their new tour Memories... Do Not Open

Shown in a "mobile recording rig" posted by Clark on Instagram in December 2017.

In this video you can see Metro messing with some sample probably using op-1 as a midi controller

Chaz shows his op-1 on this pic he posted on Instagram.

Mark Hoppus in his blog tell about his amazing portable synthesizer

At 26:05, Damon can be seen playing the synth along with his guitar.

"I think the thing I’m working with the most is the OP-1. It’s a sampler-based synthesizer, and I honestly think it’s the most important instrument that’s come into my life since I first picked up a guitar when I was 12 years old. I’m not exaggerating at all. I never leave the house without it. I don’t travel with the guitar anymore. I travel with just my OP-1. It’s been a big deal living with this thing. I love making music with it. I love traveling with it. I like using it as a writing extension. It’s a really special technology, essentially what a guitar is to me."

At 1:22 It Says That Beck Uses An OP-1.

In this interview at 2:04, James mentions that he writes music when he's on the road on the OP-1. He goes on to say that "Digital Lion" from the record "Overgrown" was written on it.

At 00:04 onwards (in the video) you can see Chet Faker messing around with the keys and some of the knobs on the synthesiser.

In an interview with Resident Advisor, Sub Focus mentions his use of 'the latest Teenage Engineering Synthesizers' amongst the 'ten types of keyboards found in his studio.

In this Instagram post Noah 40 Shebib is using the OP-1

Mike plays around with an OP-1 and the sound from RAZORS.OUT can be heard.

In this tweet, Solveig's dog sleeps next to the OP-1. Solveig's caption for this photo: "Talent"

In his favorite synths.

John Dwyer is using a Teenage Engineering OP-1 during Sticky Hulks. He is seen using this synthesiser in a live performance with KEXP on 14/02/17 in the live video at 3:46

He mentions it as his second best thing of 2011 "02. OP-1 Synthesizer: Every so often synth manufacturers make desirable new things. This synth is near perfect in making sounds and intuitive design."

"And we really love the Teenage Engineering OP-1. Each of us has one. I had already played with it a lot, on airplanes and stuff. I make little ideas [on my own], but in the studio, I've also realized it's a really good sound generator.It sounds really digital, but in a nice way, an interesting way." via [xlr8r](http://www.xlr8r.com/gear/2013/07/studio-stage-moderat)

The Teenage Engineering OP-1 is shown on the bottom of this photo

"It's a very interesting instrument, I use it both as a sampler and a synth." The OP-1 can be seen at 5:44 in the video.

Richard Devine says [@ 7:21] about the [Teenage Engineering OP-1](https://equipboard.com/items/teenage-engineering-op-1-portable-synthesizer): “I really really dig this as a controller, strange sequencer, sampling manipulation device, and the synthesis modes are great. I find it to be a really awesome accessory to a MacBook or if you’re running any kind of sequencer like Cubase or Logic… it’s just a cool little device that just fits in your backpack and you pack up with your laptop and bust it out anytime and just start writing and generating ideas and sketches, and works really, really well…”

7th on Andrew's list of essentials for the home studio. On the OP-1, he says, "This beautifully designed all-in-one synthesizing + sampling + performing + recording device is the most inspiring little tool I've ever worked with. It provides endless sonic possibilities, but also limits you to the kind of workflow that forces you to focus on making musical choices rather than technical ones. Even when you have to do something boring like cut and paste a loop for 16 bars, the shiny graphics and satisfying push-buttons keep you excited to work."

If you look closely, you can see an OP-1 on the desk.

"#deltabeats I love this thing. #op1 #teenageengineering"

Starting around 0:18 in this video Childish Gambino can be seen using the OP-1. Then at 2:00 he says, "I have so much fun with this thing. I really do I love it so much."

Dope Art Fan. we can see op1 by the side of his painting

At 0:19 you can see, by design, the OP-1 in a plastic case sitting on a desk.

In this photo from a [Music Essentials article](http://photon.hypb.st/hypetrak.com/images/2013/09/music-essentials-nosaj-thing-0.jpg), you can see in this picture of Nosaj Thing's essential gear that he uses the OP-1.

On the last page of the article, an OP-1 can be spotted in front of Noah's laptop

In this shot of Trentemøller's setup, his Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer can be seen to the right of his MacBook. He says: > "Trying to write a new song , inspired by [Leonard Cohen](https://equipboard.com/pros/leonard-cohen) and his massive work , with this simple mini-setup. He was in many ways such a role model ... and will always be . Luckily his music is still here to inspire us #leonardcohen #brooklyn #working"

This item can be seen on the far left corner of the photo

As can be seen at his official Instagram account (about making some music) you can see him using this item in the picture / video.

Sasha is using it with Moderat in this picture

in this article Hudson Mohawke shows off the gear he uses when traveling.

The Op-1 can be seen in the bottom right corner of this video.

You can see Imogen with her OP-1 in this photo on her Twitter account. As Imogen says in her tweet: "Love the OP-1. It's all over my song 'run-time'".

The Teenage Engineering OP-1 can be spotted in Clams Casino's "Egyptian Cotton" music video, left side of the screen about 0:08 into it.

In this video posted online by Dessner, he can be seen playing the Teenage OP-1 portable synth.

In this Instagram photo of his gear setup, Reggie Watts' Teenage Engineering OP-1 synth can be seen in the foreground. Photo posted Sept 2014.

"He sound really powerfull and really fun play with".

In this "how I play" with DJ Tech Tools, Stimming talks about how he uses the OP-1

"New OP-1. Sounds absolutely amazing"

A part of the Synthesizer is seen in this photo Lido tweeted about his "New reference monitors."

"cK: I have used a lot of different things throughout time, again too much too list. Lately I’ve been using a Roland V-Synth to use as a controller for mixing virtual synth with its architecture. I also have a Moog, Teenage Engineering OP-1 and various analog effects onstage including a hand triggered syncussion Pearl Syncussion SY-1."

Teenage Engineering's OP-1 synth is used in 20syl's music video for his song "Kodama". It appears at the very beginning of the video (0:01) and is used throughout.

Steven is holding an OP-1 in this picture.

In this video you can see Julien playing the OP-1 at 0:52s.

Can be seen at 9:35 in this video.

In this photo, an op-1 can be seen on the table in front of Jake

all day training day with

"Playing around with this little thing today :)"

Martin used the OP-1 in Churches cover of Do i wanna know by Arctic Monkeys

Iain is seen controlling one in this live performance, although everyone uses it.

Can be seen in this picture atop the Maschine studio.

On this Instagram post No I.D. is seen using a Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer to his laptop.

You can see an OP-1 on many Instagram's pictures. He uses it in live and maybe in studio as well but didn't any good sources about it.

The OP-1 can be seen on the desk just behind the APC.

Visible throughout, on the left of Morgan Greenwood's set up.

in the photos of Chris's Desk, you can see the OP-1 on the left-hand side of the desk

In front of Dan in this photo, an OP-1 can be seen. Also, in [this tweet](https://twitter.com/ebaynetflix/status/569624804162191360) Dan asks, "anyone know where to get replacement keys for the OP-1? i've lost several plus two of the dial caps (volume + blue)."

Kid Koala seen using a Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer in his studio in a picture posted on his official Facebook.

The unmistakeable OP-1 seen playing back some beats

He posts this picture on instagram which include the OP-1 in a bag he's taking overseas.

At 2:57, Lauren can be seen using the Teenage Engineering OP-1.

In this Facebook photo, CUCKOO is seen with the Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer. (Under the Clavia Nord Modular G2 Synthesizer)

In this Facebook, Alvin Risk is seen with the Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer.

The small synth can be seen in this photo from Slow Magic's instagram.

The Teenage Engineering OP-1 can be seen in this studio photo.

Seen used by backing keyboardist.

Tiga tweets about picking up his OP-1 from the Teenage Engineering office.

Louis The Child use the CWO effect on the OP-1.

"Gonna create some madness. I'll take any OP-1 noob tips ya got! Thanks @dingersam for the loaner ;)"

During an interview with the Wall Street Journal, The OP-1 Synth can be seen under a pair of headphones on Benny's Desk at 1:56

At 8:49 he have one OP-1 in his home studio.

He lists the gear he uses on his blog, here.

A little OP-1 synth sitting near the midi keyboard.

Throughout the video the Teenage Engineering OP-1 is visible on his desk.

> Teenage engineering OP-1 & rhythm pocket operator. Always fun to make music with these 2 toys while on the road.

In this article, a Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer can be seen on Christian's desk.

"We got a new toy! Thanks to Teenage Engineering for making such beautiful sounds. Happy Friday y'all!"

RAC in this video show his gears for everybody: 2:31

As seen on twitter.

In this video, we see Monte Booker playing a beat from his Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer.

In this [reddit post](http://www.reddit.com/r/deathfromabove1979/comments/2rwr4l/socrates_nightmare_free_song_new_video_by/), Sebastien answers a question about a new song he had just released, "Socrates Nightmare" by listing all of the gear he used to make it, the OP-1 included.

On this post, a Teenage Engeering OP-1 can be seen on the desk

The OP-1 can be clearly seen at 1:06 and many times after that. Great recording both for music value and for gear porn.

Featured in this May 12, 2014 Instagram post. > Same as the clouds when they scream really loud, cause the robots are taking control. @cyklopsowa #OP-1 #allwords

Can be seen throughout the video

In this video is Thom using Op-1.

Ry X playing the OP-1 visible at 4:10.

At 0:03 you can clearly see Jacques using the OP-1. There is also a [video on his Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=917726614918046&theater) of him using it in the studio writing a track.

In the beginning of the interview 0:06 you can see the Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizer on the left side behind Paul.

"ive got an op-1 and used to do a lot of sound design on it, but its nothing you couldnt do in ableton."

This item can be seen in this Instagram picture

«A lot of people look at the OP-1 and say it’s a toy, that it’s too expensive or that it’s the Swedish House Mafia synth because they had it in their video. You could say it’s a toy but it’s a useful and good toy. You can do serious stuff with it. It’s not the kind of tool which you’d use to make an entire track, but if you use it for something like a synth line you come up with totally different ideas»

The OP-1 is seen in this 2018 concert photo and is often used to play the synth line in the song Machinist.

in this photo we can see his op-1..

1:35 op 1 in action

"My collection of little monsters" The OP-1 can be seen above the Roland JX-03 and the Roland JP-08. Taken from James Egbert's Instagram.

"This synth instrument is SO much fun. Genius bit of engineering.. #OP-1"

«On the desk there’s also a Teenage Engineering OP-1. It took a second to get my head around the controls, but it gives much enjoyment using it in hotel rooms and on the plane. Those ideas often turn into nice jams in the studio.»

In this tweet he mentions two synths he used for random sounds in his record.

Used for the "In The Open" rendition of "Amerika" for the bassline, as is visible at 1:11.

> > I’ve got a little Pelican case with a MIDI keyboard, OP-Z, OP-1, Beyerdynamic 770s, and an Apogee One interface/mic. It's not amazing, but it does the trick and is really portable.

In this Instagram picture posted by Hayden James you can see the OP-1 by Teenage Engineering

At :53s of this live performance of "Good Morning Mr. Wolf" you can see the Teenage Engineering OP-1 Portable Synthesizerr in front of Patrick.

The item can be seen in instagram video

At 1:07 Lewis can be seen using his OP-1

In this Instagram picture, the synthesizer can be seen resting on top of an Access Virus.

Seen here in his studio

"This is one of my favourite things in the world – the OP-1 from Teenage Engineering. I’ve used it for years on all my records. And I’ve used it live, and when I was touring with Dirty Projectors. If you look on YouTube, there’s a cover Dirty Projectors did of Usher’s ‘Climax’ for Triple J’s Like A Version series, and I’m using it there. You can do so much with this thing. There’s, like, 8 different synthesizer engines, a ton of different sampling drum machines, a 4-track sequencer, you can sample the radio… It’s just awesome. It’s my favorite piece of outboard gear." Link to video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-_K-IbJYvE

Gwenno Saunders can be seen using the OP-1 in this clip.

24 Nov. 2015 The item can be seen 4:17 into this video

At the 10:57 mark, you can see one of the members (Willie Wartaal) of De Jeugd Van Tegenwoordig using an OP-1.

sharooz takes future music on a studio tour

As spotted on the Bands official twitter account.

Emily published this photo of her OP-1 on Instagram.

OP-1 synth used at 0:15 in video.

On his instagram, Isom can be seen periodically using his Teenage Engineering OP-1.

In the left corner, there's an OP-1 Synth

"I’ve developed a compact live system that lets me take plenty of control and improvisation, and mistakes and imperfections based around a 6U modular synth. I accompany this with a looper, a cassette deck with tape loops, and OP-1 and maybe some other bits and find that I can comfortably improvise new things every show."

Infekt took a picture of his OP-1 here.

In this interview with Consequence of Sound, Rose states that she wrote her song "Jeannie Becomes a Mom" on an OP-1.

"it's awesome! I've just barely started playing with it, but I can already tell how varied it is." - Hultquist about Teenage OP1.

The item can be seen 1:00 into this video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpXmqayQOvw

can be seen at 0:02

He is playing the OP-1 at 00:26 in the video.

Found on Jerome's Website.

Used on tour in 2016.

"What my name sounds like on the new OP-1 os #sketchsequencer... @squeakecleaner"

WE SEE BRIEFLY THE OP-1 IN THIS VIDEO

The OP-1 can be seen 1:10 into this video

Hot Mouth can be seen playing with the synthesizer in this Instagram picture

you can see it clearly in this picture on his facebook

"The OP-1 contains 8 different forms of synthesis. From an FM to wave engine, it has it covered. It also has a unique build-in sequencer. Almost all of the melody arp lines you hear are coming from the OP-1. Lots of outboard was used to give the sequences that ‘Vangelis' sound (well thanks to the H8000)."

You can see in this video of a live set he has his keyboard attacthed to his guitar

in this video he is using an op-1 to create on the spot beats

Teenage Engineering OP-1 can be seen with his modular setup.

As seen on this Facebook post.

"I'm still learning how to use it"

"about a month now, it's totally changed the way I write, makes you feel how you felt when you first learnt an instrument, the sounds are incredible as is the interface-- I would pull the trigger if you were already eyeing one"

At 0:52 , the Teenage Engineering OP-1 can be seen.

Ma?gorzata Penkalla with op-1 in the train

At 0:19 you can see the OP-1.

The item can be seen in this photo

Live Remix at Studio

He posted a photo of it in his instagram.