My theory is that it’s a metal chassis that the OP-Z can dock into via the expansion port, making it into an OP-XYZ. It adds a screen/XY-grid. It also replaces the need for modules because it builds in all of the add-on modules into the device and makes the overall look and feel of a higher build quality.
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They have already confirmed they are working on a new op-z with a release date around this time, so creating just a module doesn’t sound accurate. Even if it’s not an op-z we do know they are working on a new op-z, which means releasing some new module before its release wouldnt make sense either.
you are onto something
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idk, my read on their comments is much more “i am leaking info and feel very cool” than it feels like a business plan. either way, the rumor mill is spinnin’ hot
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i love this idea which is how i know it wont happen~! lol
I think part of the shortcomings of the OPZ was the module bay. Im pretty sure the giant gaping hole in the middle of the unit isnt helping the warping issues. I cant see them doubling down on it with so many defective units out there. My cvgatemidi module has a hard time staying connected and requires my unit to not be moved when its connected correctly at boot. not reliable at all (and yes its the updated version.) I think an opz with all three modules in there, a better chassis more like 133, op1, or beatstep (plus xtra outs) would be awesome! I just have a hard time thinking they are gonna support the z any longer after so much radio silence. The workflow is amazing though!
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totally agree with you on that.
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Oh I’d definitely love an OP-Z successor. It’s still the most inspiring gear I’ve ever used.
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most of what they say is soooo annoying
they do know what’s up, but they read like not a true homie 
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exactly, but i guess we do need a false homie to receive our leaks 
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Slots in only if not bent.
Here you can buy a new one.
Oh we’ve increased the price by a third due to parts shortages.
I know for certain that whatever it is, it’s going to be missing the most obvious features/specs 
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Wow – Move, Digitone, now this – what an autumn for Grooveboxes it’s been!
Congratulations!
I wish I could sell my opz & op1 but the battery’s are dead in both 
Hmmmmm, interesting. I was already about to sell my OP-Z. Even without hearing this news. I even have a buyer lined up. Prices already dropped staggeringly. Good timing I suppose, if a successor is on its way.
I think I actually have an extra new opz battery around here somewhere and already sold my opz… interested? I would sell it to you cheap if I can find it.
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maybe reading tea leaves- heard from my retailer a few weeks ago that my Tp-7 rma would take ages because they’re having a ‘supply chain meltdown’…
so maybe they’re running the malaysia line at capacity with this new product. i think the ko-ii is made in barcelona. if my thinking is correct this should suggest what side of the te pricing spectrum this will fall on.
Maybe we will see an announcement here? A design exhibition in Tokyo called Designtide and it’s the 27 November so seems likely. TE posted it on their instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DBv1ylssPfG/?igsh=MTJobmV3MjFrcGIwcg==
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oh I would have love to visit that exhibition. sure it’ll be amazing.
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It is going to be announced Thur Nov 7th at 6 am PT/9 am ET if I was a betting man. First off, TE always announce Thursdays, almost always at 6am PT/ 9 am ET. Second, the reddit leaker who we all think at this point works for TE said a couple weeks for it to be announced. Also, the 27th is pretty late in the holiday season for releases in the states. I do think they show it off at the Tokyo exhibit, but the announcement will be online etc as always.