Portable audio recorders | Handheld recorders

Notes: A thing of beauty. Teenage Engineering channel the vibes of vintage open-reel tape recorders mashed up with modern tech. A proper all-round recording solution, from voice memos to studio work.

Supplier's Notes:
There are thoughts, ideas and fragments that - for the sake of humanity - we need to record and be able to return to as a reference, as a seed for new thoughts or just to remember another time. TP-7 is built for just that, to record sound, music, interviews and important ideas with zero friction in the highest possible quality. A device engineered in every detail to do only one thing and to do it well. A dedicated piece of hardware for ideas, or just a dirty riff.

The ultra-portable audio recorder. Record and listen back using the internal mic and speaker, or use any number of the 3x two-way jacks for external mics, headsets or other signal sources. Multiple connectivity options include USB-C, MFi and Bluetooth. Instant voice-to-text transcription available via the IOS app. Included in the box: 6.35 mm jack adapter, textile USB-C cable, user guide and reusable plastic storage box.

Intuitive muscle reflex control.

TP-7 fits perfectly in the palm of your hand and lets your fingers naturally adopt the controls. The index finger triggers fast forward and the middle finger rewinds. Your thumb records a memo, the pinky selects the mode. It's a genuinely rewarding experience.

Tape reel sensation.

The centre piece of the TP-7 is the motorized tape reel. A delicately engineered brushed motor with ball bearings, and a highly sensitive hall sensor that lets you virtually grab your recording. the reel is also used for scrubbing, to pause, menu navigation and as gentle visual feedback during playback and recording.

The rocker.

The side-mounted rocker allows you to quickly scrub through your audio.
just press on the top edge to fast forward, and down to rewind. watch the wheel spin around and hear your tracks scrub in 'hyperspeed'.

Transcription hell turned into transcription heaven.

We've all experienced the process of transcribing recorded speech to text by hand. A key feature of the TP-7 is its ability to streamline the process of turning audio into text. simply connect your phone to TP-7 via BLE or USB, open the TP-7 app and press transcribe. Job done!

(* Additional languages, text-to-audio edit and other useful features will be added over time.)

Off the record.

Picture yourself in an interview situation. The reel on the TP-7 is spinning slowly, the bright red record lamp is lit. Both the reel and the lamp indicates that a recording is taking place. The interview is going quite well. The situation gets heated, you're suddenly asked some personal questions. In that moment, you gently place a finger on the reel and pause the recording, allowing you to continue the interview 'off the record'.

The importance of zero friction.
(or how to remove steps from thought to action.)

Let's compare TP-7 to the most common recorder today - the smartphone:
Once you've turned on and unlocked your phone, found the recording app and started recording, you've probably forgotten whatever you had in mind. When recording on TP-7: press the memo button and start talking.

Inputs, outputs and 20 years of ideas.

TP-7 features three stereo two-way jacks to be used as either inputs or outputs, for connecting external mics, headphones, studio monitors, or any other audio equipment like OP-1 field or TX-6, recording with all 6 stereo channels. Use USB-C for multi-channel audio interface, MIDI, data transfer and charging, and BLE and MFi for wireless connectivity. TP-7 also includes a 6.35 mm to 3.5 mm jack adapter. Add to that 128 GB of internal storage and you can preserve 5 minutes of ideas a day for 20 years..

Applications.

Interview

Let you, and your subject, focus on the job at hand. When conducting interviews, TP-7's discreet size and dedicated function makes for an unobtrusive recording device.

Podcast

Whether you're in the studio or out in the field, TP-7's high quality audio is perfect for podcast recording. Connect up to 3 external mics, or use the internal mic in a pinch. Keep an eye on your levels with the VU meter and headphones.

Voice memos

Think out loud, tape does the rest. Let TP-7 capture your thoughts, then convert them into accurate text using the TP-7 app. For professionals, and avid thinkers and writers.

Field recording

Inspiration can strike when you least expect it. With an internal mic, 3x inputs, and a 7 hr rechargeable battery, you can use tape to record samples and demos on the go. Never lose an idea again.

Live performance

Use TP-7 in a live performance or recording scenario. Track all the instruments in your studio, or record your live set when performing. You can even use TP-7 as turntables and TX-6 to mix.

The field system.

TP-7 is part of Teenage Engineering's ultra-portable sound recording and performance system. All battery-powered, rechargeable via USB-C and with full interconnectivity (MIDI and high resolution audio). Compatible with iOS, macOS, and windows it's the most powerful, highest quality, portable system in the world 'as we know it'.

TP-7 specifications

Highlights
3x stereo two-way jack input/output/headset connectors
1x stereo headphones connector with 3.5 to 6.35 mm jack adapter
Internal microphone and speaker
Motorised 'tape reel'
128 GB internal storage
24-bit/96 kHz usb audio interface
Bluetooth low energy
Rechargeable battery
7 hr battery life
64x32 pixel monochrome display
LED VU meters
Companion transcription app

Dimensions and weight
96 mm x 68 mm x 16 mm
170 g / 5.6 oz

Electrical characteristics
Two-way jacks (3.5 mm TRRS)

Stereo input:
Input impedance 9.5 kOhm
Analogue gain 0 - 42 dB
Max level 8 dBu (2 Vrms)
SNR 105 dBA

Headset:
Max level out 2 dBu (1 Vrms)
SNR 110 dBA
Microphone SNR 98 dBA

Headphone output (6.35 mm TRS)
Max level 8 dBu (2 Vrms)
SNR 120 dBA