microKORG, the iconic compact synth with an original architecture featuring a high-performance analog modeling sound engine, effects, arpeggiator, and built-in vocoder , is being re-released on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of its presentation in a special edition with a particular aesthetic revisitation with semi-transparent body and controls . The longevity of this instrument has done nothing but constantly increase its popularity and success in the international community of musicians and producers.

microKORG turns twenty!

A tribute to the 20th anniversary of microKORG

The instruments that musicians recognize as “classical” are the most loved and most used regardless of fashions and trends. The term “classical” represents revolutionary musical instruments in their sector, an instrument of this type can be imitated but the distinctive character of the original will always stand out, while the passage of time can only improve it.

Twenty years ago, the microKORG was introduced, a portable, battery-powered synthesizer with a versatile Vocoder and ready-to-use sounds, the ideal instrument for many musical genres, which revolutionized the way many artists played and performed. This compact synthesizer introduced many musicians who did not even play keyboards to the world of sound synthesis, originating a new way of making music that we now take for granted: a small keyboard simply placed on a larger one on stage, designed to be used equally by enthusiasts and professionals, found in the most diverse environments such as personal or professional recording studios around the world, or in bedrooms

. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of its release KORG presents: microKORG Crystal

Originally released in 2002, the microKORG has remained a popular instrument for two decades, with artists using its tonal possibilities in many hit songs, and it continues to be a favorite among musicians and producers on stage and in the studio.

The microKORG Crystal Cabinet

microKORG Crystal features a semi-transparent chassis that allows you to see the electronic circuitry and the inside, even the controls are semi-transparent, including knobs, dial and wheel. microKORG Crystal demonstrates its originality from any angle you look at it.

The microKORG Crystal control panel

It has a stainless steel front panel with a mirror finish that blends perfectly with the semi-transparent knobs and dials with a truly unique aesthetic impact in the panorama of musical instruments.

Aluminum side panels

The microKORG Crystal's special aesthetic design features elegant aluminum side panels that give it an overall high-tech look.

Carrying bag for microKORG Crystal included

The microKORG Crystal package includes a dedicated carrying bag made of transparent vinyl, which further highlights the microKORG Crystal’s transparent cabinet; a unique way to show it off even off stage.

microKORG Crystal TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Sound Generation - Analog Modeling Synthesis System


• Synthesizer Program - Multi Timbricity - 2 Parts (max, Split/Dual Mode)


• Voices - 4 Voices


• Sources - 2 Oscillators + Noise Generator - Multi Mode Filter (-24 dB/oct LPF, -12 dB/oct LPF/BPF/HPF) - EG × 2- LFO × 2 - Virtual Patch × 4


• Vocoder Program – Voices - 4 voices


• Sound Source - 1 Oscillator + Noise Generator - EG × 1 - LFO × 2 - 8 Vocoder Channels - Level and Pan of each channel can be changed - Formant Shift function


• Program - 128 programs


• Effects - Modulations (3 types), Delay (3 types), Equalizer


• Arpeggiator - 6 types


• Controls - Real-Time Knobs X 4 (3 levels of selection), Arpeggio ON/OFF


• Keyboard - 37 Keys (mini size keys, velocity sensitive)


• Inputs - AUDIO IN 1,2 - Level switch - Level switch: LINE/MIC, [AUDIO IN 1, 2 (LINE) ] , [AUDIO IN 2 (MIC)]


• Outputs - L/MONO, R, Headphone


• MIDI - IN, OUT, THRU


• Display - 3 Characters × 1 line with 8 segment LED


• Power - DC 9V (AC adapter), or 6 alkaline batteries (sold separately)


• Power Consumption - 6.4W (MAX)


• Dimensions (W) x (D) x (H) - 524 x 232 x 70 mm / 20.63" x 9.13" x 2.76"


• Weight - 2.4 kg (instrument only, without batteries or microphone)


• Supplied Accessories- AC adapter (DC 9 V, 600 mA) - Condenser microphone - Dedicated transparent carrying bag

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