Can I justify importing a Teenage Engineering EP–133 K.O. II from the US when French shops are empty?

Why is the K.O. II still sold out in 2026?

I have spent months watching stock alerts for the Teenage Engineering EP–133 K.O. II. Even now, in March 2026, the demand from electronic music producers across Europe remains relentless. While French retailers frequently show a 'backorder' status, the device has become a cult favorite for its combination of a vintage workflow and modern sequencing power. I realized that if I wanted to start sampling this spring, I needed to look beyond local boutiques.

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The hype isn't just marketing. The tactile buttons and the legendary 'Punch-In' effects make it a centerpiece for my studio. Since the European supply chain is still struggling to keep up with the dense population of producers in the Netherlands and France, I turned my attention to US retailers like B&H and Sweetwater. They often maintain inventory when our local shops are bone dry. You might also like to read more: Can you really snag a Teenage Engineering EP–133 K.O. II from the US when French stores are sold out?

My search for US stock

When I finally found the unit in stock at a US store, the next challenge was getting it across the Atlantic. Most US shops do not offer direct shipping to France, or if they do, the costs are astronomical. I decided to use comGateway as my freight forwarder. By using a tax-free us address in Oregon, I managed to avoid US sales tax, which kept my initial costs down. I found that this is the most reliable way to shop us store options when you are based in Europe.

I followed a step-by-step guide on how it works to ensure my package was handled correctly. This involves sending the item to a US warehouse first, then coordinating the final leg of the journey. Check our guide on read more: My experience buying the Teenage Engineering EP–133 K.O. II from the US after French shops sold out to see the full timeline.

Shipping estimates and logistics

Before I committed, I used the shipping calculator to estimate shipping cost for my France delivery. Here is the breakdown of what I found for the EP–133 K.O. II:

Knowing the international shipping rates beforehand helped me budget for the total landed cost. I recommend checking the international shipping fees page to see if there are current discounts for France delivery.

Bypassing payment blocks with BuyForMe

I encountered a common problem when trying to pay: many US retailers block international credit cards or refuse to ship to a freight forwarder address if the billing address is in France. This is especially true for high-demand tech gear. To solve this, I used the BuyForMe service.

The problem is that stores like Nike, Apple, or even certain specialty music retailers have strict fraud filters that decline orders from non-US cards. The solution provided by comGateway is simple: they buy the item on my behalf using a US domestic credit card. This is the safest way to guarantee my order doesn't get cancelled at the last minute. By using this assisted purchase method, I didn't have to worry about my French bank card being rejected by a US checkout system.

Customs and delivery to France

Once the item arrived at my warehouse, I had to forward packages to my home in Lyon. I chose a package forwarding method that included tracking, which is essential for gear this valuable. I found it more reliable to buy from US ship to France because I could control the carrier choice. You can find more details here: read more: Why I found it more reliable to ship my Teenage Engineering EP–133 K.O. II from the US to France.

When the shipping fees were settled, the package arrived in about five business days. In France, you should be prepared to pay VAT (20%) and potential administrative fees upon arrival. Even with these costs, the price was comparable to what I would have paid locally—except I actually have the device in my hands now, while others are still waiting for 'Expected Stock' emails. If you want to ship to France efficiently, using a dedicated freight forwarder is the only logical path when local stock vanishes.