[White] Most fun I’ve had making music in a very long time. Portable with solid synth engines and an unbelievably powerful sequencer. The finish is great and I love the look as well. The speaker is weak so will definitely want to use with headphones. Haven’t even uploaded my own sounds yet because the stock ones have given me plenty to work with. Would definitely recommend for people who like to pick something up and make music instantly

[0.525 lb] Teenage Engineering is at the cutting edge of synth engineering - the kinds of sounds you get pre-loaded are amazing. But what really sets this instrument apart is that it's just FUN. It's playful and really draws you in - even if you're not a musician. You'll become one! Dive in.

[Flap] The Op-1 has managed to recreate a process that is immediately familiar to veteran musicians; the multitrack tape recorder. Lots of small, digital stand-alone multitrack recorders exist but, although the knobs and transport buttons remain in the traditional configuration, these devices could not seem to harness the same tactile and aesthetic feel of the real thing. The OP-1 has achieved this. The elegance of the design, both in the tactile elements AND the OLED readout have yanked the analog tradition from the jaws of the digital world. Once you learn the interface, you'll be aching to get a few minutes with the device, even if you don't have something in mind, musically. You'll just want to use it. Can't say that for most software-based recording solutions. Anyway, it's built like a tank, and has everything you need to create music, right on board; multiple synth engines, drum machines, a robust sample engine (allowing external audio, on-board mic, on-board FM radio and re-sampling), 4-track recorder, 2 mix down platters, FX and LFO, and multiple sequencers. But the simple fact is, you'll WANT to use it. This is the greatest endorsement I can think of. Well worth the price point.

[Flap] It's price premium, but it's premium. The battery lasts forever allowing you to really take it and not worry about it. Plus it has so much utility it can do almost anything.

[Flap] After watching YouTube videos about the OP-Z for months, I finally decided to take the plunge. Dynamite comes in small packages... and this little guy is one capable sequencer, sampler, pocket synth / groove box, portable, battery powered monster. You can take it and capture musical ideas anywhere... and even the synth engines here sound punchy and sweet. The OP-Z is truly a pocket powerhouse.

Now on to purchasing one of these little monsters. DON'T BUY THESE ON AMAZON! PLEASE! The same vendor sold me 2 of them and both were defective on arrival. I'm still chasing down the $1200 I dropped in the process.

Not sure why I didn't go directly to B&H. I certainly do for all of my photography needs, but I sometimes forget to check for music gear. Regardless of the product, B&H always delivers. It's a well run and finely tuned machine.

[White] I really like this little thing. I never had the original OP-1, so this was completely new to me. It's still taking me some time to get used to it, but there's some great tutorial videos on youtube. The sound on it is great. Really cool and unique effects. Lot's of good presets and it's easy enough to customize and save my own.


Some of the limitations, like no undo, actually make me step out of my comfort zone and work harder or come up new ways of doing things that I may not have even tried otherwise. Still, it is a little scary to record live over existing audio sometimes.


Overall, I'm pretty happy with the purchase. I really like the MIDI over bluetooth that lets me use it as a wireless midi keyboard and control for FL Studio on my Mac. One of the biggest things I wish was that they had more, and deeper, documentation. It only comes with a tiny little book that covers the basics of everything the synth can do (tons of typos).

[0.525 lb] I'm a longtime fan of Teenage Engineering gear, and I pretty much have the whole lot: OP-1f, TP-7, TX-6, EP-133, it goes on. I'm not sure why I never picked up an OP-Z but I finally did and what a fun little device it is.
It's really not as inscrutable as it may seem, even having no display you can pretty much figure everything out that you want to do even without using the phone app. It's certainly a more feature packed device than say the EP-133 (which I was able to pretty much pick up within a couple hours of use), so the OP-Z will probably take several focused sessions with the manual to really understand what you can do with it.
All that said, it's a fun device that I am glad to now own. We will see how the hardware holds up physically, as I understand some people have some issues with bending and such over time. I take pretty good care of my equipment so I'm not too concerned.

[Flap] Preface this: I'm an OP-1 nut. I love it. I use it. I can't get enough of it. This OP-1 Field edition is everything it says it is and more. An insane upgrade. Imagine not upgrading your iphone for 10 years and then BAM Apple drops the ultimate device. This is that device. The ultimate for what it is. And iykyk when it comes to Teenage Engineering stuff. Love it or leave it.

[Flap] I took a credit card hit. Couldn't afford it but I am simply dazzled by it's sound. A true gem to behold and work with. It's a great upgrade to my coffee table ipad and usb c connected op1 field. The effects alone are worth it for me. The rest are all bonuses.

[Flap] The OP-1 is a legend, and it does not disappoint. I am not a musician and have little experience with music making and recording. Nevertheless, the OP-1 is immediately intelligible, and it's quick to start making great sounds. It's hugely fun. Of course, I'm sure it's an excellent professional-grade instrument, but for my uses - as someone learning something new for the pure enjoyment of it - this is a brilliant device.

Also, B&H has wonderful customer service (they sorted out a problem quickly and clearly) so I recommend buying from here.