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WINTER NAMM, ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, January
24th, 2013 - Korg USA announces the King Korg analog modeling synth.
Focused on live performance, it features Korg's new XMT (Xpanded Modeling
Technology) engine, with many types of oscillators and filters that can
accurately model sought-after vintage analog synths. With its controls laid out
in easily identifiable sections, King Korg delivers the unique characteristics
of a dedicated synthesizer, while remaining approachable to players who are new
to synthesizers. It not only shines on stage with high quality sound, but also
with a champagne gold finish befitting its royal name.
A 3-oscillator,
2-timbre design allows players to generate thick and rich sounds. In addition to
essential waveform choices such as sawtooth, square, sine, triangle, and noise,
King Korg provides pre-set algorithms that contain various combinations of
oscillator numbers and types, for easily and quickly sculpting stage-ready
sounds. The oscillator algorithms also include numerous PCM/DWGS algorithms for
creating highly personal sounds.
The filter section is crucial to a
synthesizer's character, and King Korg's filters add unparalleled flexibility.
In addition to a variety of essential analog modeling filter types, there are
faithful filter models from analog monophonic synths that were used for lead and
bass sounds in the '70s, as well as the polyphonic synths used in new wave music
of the '80s, plus the filters of Korg's classic MS-20 analog synth. These
filters can also be made to self-oscillate by raising the resonance setting– a
unique capability of analog synthesizers.
A selection of 200 stage-ready
preset programs includes many familiar and authentic sounds for playing classic
and modern songs, plus fresh, inspiring sounds for new musical creations. An
assortment of live performance staple sounds includes PCM–based piano, electric
piano, organ, and clavinet. Users can store their own creations in 100 onboard
user sound locations.
Each of three master effect sections offers a
choice of six effect types: PRE FX such as distortion and amp simulator; MOD FX,
including phaser, chorus, and tremolo; and REV/DELAY such as hall reverb and
modulation delay. A full-analog vacuum tube driver circuit is also included as a
mastering effect. It can be used to add warm fullness, a powerful overdrive, or
anything in between. In addition, a built-in, full-featured vocoder uses audio
from the onboard mic input to create a talking effect.
Many classic
synthesizers used patch cables to physically reconfigure the signal flow. King
Korg's intuitive Virtual Patch system reproduces this function. With six Virtual
Patch assignments per timbre, control signals such as EG, LFO, or joystick
movement can be virtually connected to sound parameters such as pitch or cutoff,
allowing users to modulate a parameter for even greater sound-shaping
possibilities.
King Korg's design makes it easy to create and modify
sounds. The oscillator section has its own dedicated display, and the control
knobs are assigned to the most important parameters for each oscillator. There
are also dedicated dials for each of the three master effects, making it easy to
audition different effects to hear how they modify the sound. Self-luminous
organic EL displays are used for excellent visibility, even on a dimly lit
stage.
King Korg features five octaves of velocity-sensitive keys, with
adjustable response (Normal, Shallow, or Deep) to mimic that of classic
instruments. Below the dedicated octave shift buttons, a backlit X/Y joystick is
ready to control important live performance tweaks.
A CV/GATE OUT jack
enables players to use an analog signal to control a KORG monotribe or MS-20. A
dedicated cable is included to use the keyboard of King Korg to play the
monotribe.
The King Korg will be available February 2013 for a U.S.
Street price of $1299. Additional product information and sound demos are
available at korg.com
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