New gear “riddim n’ ting” taps into reggae, dub, dancehall and sound‑system culture.
Teenage Engineering has unveiled two new devices specifically designed for reggae, dub, and sound-system style performance and production: the sampler/sequencer EP-40 Riddim and the handheld performance microphone with built-in effects EP-2350 Ting. Together, the bundle of new devices is referred to as “riddim n’ ting”
Both instruments are derived from earlier models in the company’s EP series, notably the EP-133 K.O. II and the EP-1320 Medieval. The EP‑40 offers sampling, sequencing and live loop performance; the Ting provides an effects‑microphone interface to add vocal/dub‑style textures to a set.
Key features of EP‑40 and Ting
The EP‑40 Riddim is described as a “powerful sampler, sequencer and composer” built for expressive live performance. It supports 12 stereo or 16 mono voices, 128 MB internal memory, a subtractive synth engine for bass and lead sounds, and a “LOP play mode” with mute/unmute pad functionality for live remixing.
Its sound bank comprises well over 300 handcrafted samples styled for reggae, dub and dancehall: drums, percussion, bass, leads, chord stabs, multisampled keys, melodica and guitar. Many of the sounds and music are from artists representing all corners of the scene, including King Jammy, Mad Professor, Mafia & Fluxy, and more.
It also includes an onboard synth engine (dub sirens and lead/bass presets) and performance-oriented features, such as pressure-sensitive pads.
Complementing it, the EP‑2350 Ting is a handheld microphone/interface unit with built‑in vocal effects (echo, echo + spring, pixie, robot) and four sample trigger buttons (for classic sound‑system hits like air horn and laser). It connects via a 3.5 mm line output into the EP‑40 or any sound system.
Pricing
Riddim n’ ting is available now for £299.
Find out more on the Teenage Engineering website.
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