KORG KROSS288MB Performance Synth/Workstation with Added PCM and Sounds in Matte Black

Description KORG KROSS288MB Performance Synth/Workstation with Added PCM and Sounds in Matte Black The super matte black Korg KROSS 2-88 is a professionally designed full-sized synthesizer workstation that comes with an 88-key natural weighted hammer action keybed. Combining a synth, sampler, sequencer, recorder, and audio interface in one unit, it comes capable of providing musicians and composers alike along with the tools for writing and recording original music or for performing as a one-man band or in a group. The KROSS 2-88 is made foro offering 1000+ preset sounds, 120 voices of polyphony, 134 effects, and 128MB of built-in expansion PCM memory intended for optional sound libraries as they become available (available separately). The workstation is equipped along with a sampling function that is made for providing 16 playable pads designed for triggering samples or full audio tracks. For production applications, the KROSS 2-88 comes along with a 16-track MIDI sequencer, an arpeggiator, a step sequencer, and a drum track. A stereo audio recorder is created for allowing you to record your performance or overdub an external input source such as vocals directly to an optional SD card. The workstation comes featuring a user-friendly layout along with real-time controls that let you easily access desired sounds and functions on the fly. You are able to quickly store and recall your favorite programs and combinations, and layers/splits are simple to set up thanks to a dedicated button. In addition to USB MIDI interface functionality, the USB audio interface is made for enabling you for connecting the KROSS 2-88 to your Mac or Windows computer and enjoy DAW recording. You are also made capable to use the instrument intended for playing in conjunction with your iPad or iPhone. The keyboard is powered by either six AA batteries or with the included AC adapter. Portable Design for the Gigging Musician 88 natural weighted hammer action keys  Up to seven hours of battery-powered operation from six AA batteries Super matte black color with a durable rubberized finish Rear-panel Korg logo is fully illuminated Rich Selection of Presets 1000+ Preset Sounds Wide selection of sound programs covers your needs from live performance to studio production 1280 internal sound programs Multilayered pianos, electric pianos, thick strings, and more Drum kits, including EDM grooves 120-voice polyphony Built-In Expansion PCM Memory 128MB of built-in expansion PCM memory Expandable with optional libraries as they become available (available separately) EDS-i Sound Engine with Effects High-quality EDS-i (Enhanced Definition Synthesis-integrated) sound engine 134 effects including delay, reverb, amp modeling, vintage effect units, vocoder, and more Use a total of seven effect units simultaneously, with five inserts and two masters Sampling Function and Pad Sampler Sampling function provides 16 playable pads Record the input from the Line In jack and assign it to any pad as a stereo sample of up to 14 seconds Up to four pads can be triggered simultaneously Edit sample waveforms using functions such as Start/End loop point settings or Normalize Resample within KROSS 2 to perform extensive sampling without requiring any additional equipment Long audio files from an SD card can also be assigned to the pads User-Friendly Layout Real-Time Control Section Directly control the main parameters without having to navigate through a menu hierarchy Provides real-time control of the sounds, effects, and simple editing functions Use the knobs to quickly control the vocoder settings, or adjust the tempo of the arpeggiator and sequencer Favorites Function Register frequently used programs and combinations and recall them at a single touch 128 favorite locations Ideal for live players who need quick access to a specific set of sounds onstage Quick Layer/Split Layer two sounds or assign separate sounds to the left and right regions of the keyboard Dedicated Layer/Split button Category Dial Helps you quickly find the sounds you're looking for among the large selection of presets Choose the general type of sound such as piano or organ, and then make your selection quickly and efficiently Audio Player/Recorder Built-in stereo audio recorder lets you record your KROSS 2 performance, or overdub an external input source such as vocals Pad Audio Play function enables you to assign recorded sounds or audio files imported from an external source, to each of the 16 pads for playback Strike a pad to play back the backing of an entire song while you perform on the keyboard Use the pads to trigger sound effects or background music Allows extended recording and playback that is limited only by the capacity of the SD card Sequencer 16-Track MIDI Sequencer Sequencer records your keyboard performance and controller movements as MIDI data Allows you to record your pad sampler performance Ideal for recording musical ideas or sketching songs Step Sequencer Use the 16 pads to intuitively and quickly create original rhythm patterns with up to 64 steps Drum Track Choose from 772preset drum patterns in a wide variety of styles Add rhythm to your performance simply by pressing a button Arpeggiator Helps spark your imagination and generate song ideas Simply hold down keys to create rhythmic chords, bass phrases, or guitar strumming Microphone Input/Line Input/Vocoder Mic input with 1/4" TS phone jack lets you plug a dynamic mic directly in the keyboard Eliminates the need for a separate mixer when performing live Built-in vocoder function—easily perform vocoder sounds with quick access via the real-time control section Line input with 1/8" stereo mini jack, for connecting your audio player or for sampling USB Audio/MIDI Interface Connect the KROSS 2 to your Mac or Windows computer and enjoy DAW recording The Korg Module (available separately) sound module app can be used as an external sound module played from the KROSS 2 Perform along with the backing of tracks you created using the Korg Gadget DAW app (available separately) Dedicated KROSS 2 Editor and Plug-In Editor (free downloads, available separately) let you edit while viewing numerous parameters at a glance on your computer, or allow you to use the KROSS 2 as a software synthesizer from within your DAW KORG · 016 EDM Piano   Specifications Keyboard Kross 2-88 88-Keys NH (Natural Weighted Hammer Action) Keyboard (No Aftertouch) Normally A0-C8 (Adjustable in the Range [A-1...C7]-[A1...C9]) System Technology EDS (Enhanced Definition Synthesis-integrated) Sound Engine Maximum Polyphony 120 Voices (120 Oscillators), Single Mode60 Voices (60 Oscillators), Single ModeActual Maximum Polyphony Varies Depending on Oscillator Settings such as Stereo Multisamples and Velocity Crossfading Preset PCM Memory Approximately 128 MB (at 48 kHz / 16-Bit Linear PCM Data Equivalent)496 Multisamples (Including Seven Stereo)1014 Drum Samples (Including 49 Stereo) Expansion PCM Memory Approximately 128 MB (When Converted to 48 kHz / 16-Bit Linear PCM)Used When Loading Option PCM Program OscillatorOSC1 (Single), OSC1+2 (Double)Stereo Multisamples Support 4 Velocity Zones per Oscillator with Switching, Crossfades, and LayersFilters4 x Types of Filter Routing (Single, Serial, Parallel, 24 dB)2 x Multimode Filters per Voice (Low-Pass, High-Pass, Band-Pass, Band Reject)ModulationFor Each Voice: 2 x Envelope Generators (Filter & Amp), 2 x LFOs, 2 x Key-Tracking Generators (Filter and Amp), 2 x AMS MixersPitch EG, Common LFO, Two Common-Key Tracking GeneratorsUser Programs1280 (768 Preloaded)Preset Programs265 (256 GM2 Programs + 9 GM2 Drum Programs) Combination TimbresUp to 16 Timbres, Switchable via Key Zone or Velocity ZoneLayer and Crossfade SupportedTone Adjust Function Allows Program Settings to be OffsetMaster Keyboard FunctionalityAllows You to Control External MIDI DevicesUser Combinations896 (384 Preloaded) Drum Kits Stereo and Mono Drum Samples4-Way Velocity Switches with Crossfades and Adjustable Crossfade Shapes (Linear, Power, Layer)User Drum Kits58 (42 Preloaded) Favorites Patch Memories 128 (16 Favorites × 8 Banks) Effects Insert effects 5 x Insert EffectsIn-Line ProcessingStereo In, Stereo Out Master Effects 2 x Master Effects2 x Effects SendsStereo In, Stereo Out Effects Types 134 x Types (Select from 74 Types for Insert Effects, 101 Types for Master Effect 1, and 120 Types for Master Effect 2) Modulation Dynamic Modulation Effects Control Bus Stereo Sidechaining for Limiter, Gates, Vocoders, and More Polyphonic Arpeggiators Program Mode One Arpeggiator Combination Mode Two Arpeggiators Sequencer Modes Two Arpeggiators Preset Arpeggio Patterns Up, Down, Alt1, Alt2, Random User Arpeggio Patterns Number of Arpeggio Patterns: 1280 (1024 Preloaded)Number of Tones: 12 TonesNumber of Steps: Up to 64 steps Step Sequencer Program Mode One Unit Can Be Created for Each Program, Combination, and Song Combination Mode Number of Tones: 12 x Tones + 1 x Accent Tone Sequencer Modes Number of Steps: Up to 64 Steps Drum Track Preset Patterns 772 Patterns (Held in Common with Sequencer Patterns) Other Trigger Mode/Sync/Zone Settings can be Specified Sequencer Tracks 16 x MIDI Tracks Number of Songs Up to 128 Songs Resolution 1/480 Tempo 40.00 to 300.00 BPM (1/100 BPM Resolution) Maximum Memory Up to 210,000 MIDI Events Counter Measure/Beat/Tick Template Song 16 x Presets / 16 x User Template Songs Preset Patterns 772 x Patterns (Shared with Drum Track Patterns) Format KORG (KROSS) Format, SMF Format 0 and 1 Pad Sampler Specifications 16 Pads x 8 BanksAutomatically Saved on the SD Card, and Automatically LoadedUp to Four Pads Can Play Simultaneously Recording Format PCM Audio Format 48 kHz / 16-Bit Recording Time Up to Approximately 14 Seconds of Stereo Sample for Each Pad Import WAV Format44.1 kHz / 16-Bit (stereo)48 kHz / 16-Bit (stereo)44.1 kHz is Automatically Converted to 48 kHz Edit Waveform-Display Editing Functionality: Start Address, Looping Settings, Normalize, and Other Editing Operations Internal Audio Recorder Recording Format PCM Audio Format, 48 kHz / 16-Bit Import WAV Format44.1 kHz / 16-Bit (stereo)48 kHz / 16-bit (stereo)44.1 kHz is Automatically Converted to 48 kHz Export WAV Format48 kHz / 16- Bit, Stereo Recording Time Maximum Continuous Recording Time: 3 HoursVaries with Type of SD Card Used (Approximately 90 Minutes / 1 GB) Number of Songs Up to 200 Songs Number of Overdub Recordings Varies with Remaining Capacity of the SD Card Counter Hour/Min/Sec Pad Audio Play 16 Pads x 8 BanksDirectly Playback Data from SD Card Media Types File, Utility, Information, Additional PCM Data Management Functionality Controllers General Control Pitch Bend WheelModulation WheelSW1, SW2 Real-Time Control Select ButtonSwitch ButtonKnob1 KnobKnob2 Knob Step Sequencer/Favorite/Pad Sampler/Pad Audio Play Pads 1 to 16Step Seq Active Button, Run ButtonFavorites Active ButtonSampler Active Button, Hold ButtonAudio Play Active ButtonBank LED A/B/C/D/E/F/G/H (Also Used by Step Sequencer, Favorite, Pad Sampler, and Pad Audio Play) Drum Track Drum Track Button Arpeggiator Arp Button Audio Recorder Audio Rec Button User Interface Display 240 x 64 pixel, LCD BacklightAdjustable Contrast Category Category Dial, Value Dial Mode Combi button, Prog button, Seq (global/media) Button Value Controllers Cursor buttons, Exit, Enter, Function, Page-, Page+, Menu buttons Sequencer Rec button, Start/Stop Button Quick Layer Split Layer/Split Button Other Volume Knob Control Inputs Foot Controllers Damper (Supports Piano-Style Half-Damper Pedals as Well as Standard Footswitches)Assignable SwitchAssignable Pedal Analog Audio Outputs L/Mono, R Connectors: 2 x 1/4" / 6.3 mm Phone Jacks (TS, Unbalanced)Output Impedance: 1.1 kOhms Stereo, 550 Ohms Mono (L/Mono only)Maximum Level: +10.0 dBuLoad Impedance: 10 Kilohms or MoreControllable by Volume Knob Headphone Output Connectors: 1/8"/ 3.5 mm Stereo Mini Phone JackOutput Impedance: 33 OhmsMaximum Level: 40 + 40 mWControllable via Volume Knob Analog Audio Inputs Line In Connector: 1/8" / 3.5 mm Stereo Mini Phone JackInput Impedance: 1.1 KilohmsMaximum Input Level: -42 to 0 dBu Mic Input Connector: 1/4" / 6.3 mm Phone Jack (TS, unbalanced)Input Impedance: 33 OhmsMaximum Input Level: -48 to -6 dBu Others MIDI In/Out USB 1 x USB Type-B portUSB MIDI InterfaceUSB Audio Interface SD Card Slot 1 x Card SlotSD Memory Cards Up to 2 GBSDHC Memory Cards Up to 32 GB(SDXC Memory Cards Are Not Supported) Main Specifications Power AC adapter, 9 VDC6 x AA Alkaline Batteries6 x NiMH Battery Life Approximately 6 hours with 6 x AA alkaline batteriesApproximately 7 hours with 6 x AA NiMH batteries (1900 mAh) Power Consumption 5 W Dimensions (W x D x H) 57.0 x 15.1 x 5.4" / 145 x 38.3 x 13.6 cm Weight 27.1 lb / 12.3 kg (Excluding Batteries)