Support for Teenage Engineering EP-136 K.O. Sidekick Mixer

DJ Hardware
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Thank you! Is there documentation which outlines the functionality of each control?

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You’re welcome @oivivio. No there is no documentation that outlines the functionality of each control.

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Could you please clarify what specifically changed in djay 5.6.8 regarding the audio interface mapping for the EP-136 Sidekick?

For context, I have been DJing successfully since July 2026 using a custom MIDI mapping in internal mode:

  • Main audio routes through Sidekick outputs 1 & 2.

  • Cue audio routes through Sidekick outputs 3 & 4.

Given this setup, what exact functionality does the new note—“Added audio interface mapping for Teenage Engineering EP-136 K.O. Sidekick”—provide that was not previously supported?

Thanks for your help!

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Hi @oivivio, nothing changes for you. We just implemented an automatic audio configuration for users who don’t have it set up manually already.

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:+1: Thanks for clarifying!

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No problem! You’re welcome @oivivio

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Found this thread trying to sort this out for Samsung Ultra24. Curiously, the app was functioning on both channels of the Sidekick before I updated the Sidekick to the current firmware 1.0.3. I should note however that the functionality was not consistent, with channels being reversed/inverted also. Now only on channel 1. Bummer. Hopefully these 2 companies can make them play nice together

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Hi @Eric_Cross, welcome to the Community! Thanks for sharing.

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Just arrived the Sidekick :smiling_face_with_sunglasses:

After a long troubleshooting attempt, I had to realize, it doesn’t work with iPhone 14 Pro, most probably due to Lightning cable. :frowning:

Same setup (phone, cable) works with FLX4 like a charm.

Sidekick works with newer iPhone (Air via USB-C).

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Hi @ferrywhite, maybe try with the official Apple Camera Adapter: Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter - Apple (CA)

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I use this one too. But you need to have power running to it at all times or it will disconnect.

There are some knock-offs on sites like Amazon and it’s really trial and error if they work without an power source.

Check your local Amazon for RetourDeals. I managed to get my official dongle for half the price of retail

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I would definitely avoid 3rd party adapters for mission critical setups.

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