EP-1320 FAQ

25 answers to the most common questions about the Teenage Engineering EP-1320. Can't find what you need? Ask the AI.

How do I get started with the EP-1320?

The EP-1320 Medieval comes loaded with factory sounds ready to use. Start by exploring existing demo songs (press demus while stopped and select paed ...

What makes this different from EP-133?

The EP-1320 Medieval is a themed variant of the EP-133 K.O. II with identical core functionality but medieval aesthetics and Latin button labels....

How do I sample a sound on the EP-1320?

Sampling on the EP-1320 captures audio from the built-in microphone or line input and stores it in one of 500 available user slots....

How do I create a pattern on the EP-1320?

You create patterns by recording or sequencing notes on one of the four groups (A-D). Each group can hold up to 99 patterns, and each pattern can be u...

How do I use the built-in sounds?

The EP-1320 comes with 220 factory sounds stored in read-only memory. You can load them onto any paed in any group....

What are all the Latin button names?

The EP-1320 Medieval uses Latin names for all buttons instead of English. Here's the complete reference....

How do I use the effects (pocus)?

Press pocus while a pattern is playing to activate effects. The current effect will show on the display....

How do I chop a sample on the EP-1320?

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How do I use keys (claves) mode?

Keys mode lets you play sounds chromatically across the 12 pads, turning your EP-1320 into a keyboard. Press claves to activate it on the selected pad...

How do I commit a scene?

committo (commit) saves your current work and creates a new scene based on what you just saved....

How do I copy and paste patterns?

Copying and pasting patterns is essential for building song arrangements and creating variations without starting from scratch....

How do I use the fader (faedr)?

The faedr controls different parameters for each group. By default it adjusts group volume, but you can reassign it to control other functions....

How do I change the tempo (tempus)?

You can adjust the tempo by pressing tempus and using KnobX to change the BPM. The knob range is 60-180 BPM, but you can access the full 40-399 BPM ra...

How do I factory reset the EP-1320?

A factory reset will delete all user content and settings but keep the factory ROM sounds intact. Always update the firmware after resetting....

How do I use the demo songs?

The EP-1320 Medieval has 9 built-in demo songs that showcase the device's capabilities and provide inspiration....

How do I connect MIDI devices?

The EP-1320 Medieval connects to MIDI devices via 3.5mm TRS-MIDI cables or USB-C. You can use it with keyboards, controllers, drum machines, or other ...

How do I use note repeat (quantum)?

Note repeat lets you trigger rapid repetitions of a sound without having to tap repeatedly. Press and hold quantum while pressing a pad to activate au...

How do I sync with other gear?

The EP-1320 can sync with other gear using sync cables, MIDI, or USB. Choose the method based on what you're connecting to....

How do I erase recordings?

You can erase recordings in several ways depending on what you want to remove....

How do I update the firmware?

Connect your EP-1320 to a computer using the USB-C cable, then visit teenage.engineering/apps/update and follow the on-screen instructions....

How do I use mute groups?

Mute groups let you set up sounds so that only the last one you play will sound, automatically cutting off the others. This is useful for hi-hat patte...

How do I build a full song?

Building a full song involves creating scenes and using the commit function to structure different sections of your track....

How do I use step sequencing?

Step sequencing lets you place notes precisely on a grid without playing them in real time. This is ideal for building drum patterns, basslines, and m...

How do I make a medieval beat?

The EP-1320 has medieval-themed factory sounds perfect for period-appropriate beats. Load drums (sounds 1-69), phrases (70-114), and instruments (115-...

How do I use the dimension expander effect?

The dimension expander is one of seven built-in effects that stretches mono audio into stereo space....

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