Korg microKORG 37-Key Synthesizer and Vocoder

  • Price: $399.00
  • B&H # KOMK
  • Mfr# MICROKORG

Product Highlights

  • 37 Velocity-Sensitive Keys
  • Compact Footprint
  • Analog Modeling Synthesizer
  • Assignable Controls
  • Integrated Vocoder

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The Korg MICROKORG is a lightweight, portable synthesizer and MIDI controller keyboard, with 37 velocity sensitive miniature keys, serving the DJ and Techno markets. The small but intense footprint of the keyboard, and the provision for AA battery power, contribute to this keyboard's usefulness as a mobile, laptop composing and production tool. The LED illuminated selection buttons and display make live performance, in dark venues, significantly easier.

The MICROKORG is an analog modeling synthesizer with a large selection of waveforms, including a choice selection imported from one of Korg's classic digital synths, providing a unique, hybrid sound palette to choose from. The sound sources of this instrument include 2 Oscillator and Noise Generators, a multi-mode filter, 2 LFO's and 2 Envelope Generators, all of which may be interconnected by 4 Virtual Patch matrixes.

The MICROKORG is a viable master controller, with a large selection of assignable buttons and knobs. The pitch and modulation wheels, along with the 5 parameter control knobs, are real-time controllers, a welcome stage or studio performance feature.

The MICROKORG's built-ins include a Vocoder with a condenser microphone, an Arpeggiator, and a selection of modulation and delay effects, along with an equalizer. The flexible input structure and routing scheme of the keyboard allow for use of the MICROKORG as a sound processor of external microphone or line audio, with lots of unusual sonic possibilities. All of the built-ins are programmable, and the Vocoder features 16 dedicated programs, meant to demonstrate and exploit it's advanced power.

The MICROKORG is an innovative product that is packed with useful creative tools and features, and surprisingly affordable.

Note! The included power adapter is intended for 120VAC USA outlets. An appropriate adapter and/or step down transformer needs to be obtained separately for international use.

37-key synthesizer and MIDI controller keyboard with Vocoder and Arpeggiator
Analog modeling synthesis with 135 waveforms and multi-band vocoding with 16 dedicated programs
AC or 6 "AA" battery power for location and laptop composing and recording
8-channel programmable Vocoder with adjustable level, pan and Arpeggiator or MIDI clock synchronization;
Formant frequency shifting and formant freeze function for gender-bending and keyboard mapping
Condenser mic and +5 Volt microphone input for vocoder
Built-in Flanging, Phasing and Chorusing modulation effects, separate Delay group and Equalizer
Switchable mini and 1/4" mic/line inputs for dynamic microphones or line level CD or instrument audio effects or vocoder processing
Assignable controller knobs and buttons
Assignable Modulation and Pitch wheels
Modulation and Pitch Wheels and 5 parameter control knobs all with real-time controller functionality
Programmable Arpeggiator with 6 types of arpegggio motion, 4 Octave range and Step Arpeggiator function editing
MIDI clock sync for Arpeggiator
Keyboard 37 Mini-Keys, Velocity Sensitive
Polyphony 4 Voice
Multitimbral 2 Part
Synthesis Method Analog Modeling Synthesis System
Presets 128 Programs
User Memory 128 Programs
Effects Modulation Effects:
1 x Flanger/Chorus
1 x Phaser
1 x Ensemble
Delays:
1 x Stereo
1 x Cross
1 x L/R
Equalizer
Sequencer Arpeggiator
Controllers 1 x Modulation Wheel
1 x Pitch Wheel
5 x Assignable Parameter Control Knobs
2 x Edit Select/Assignable Control Knobs
8 x Program Select/Assignable Buttons
2 x Mic/Line Switches
Expansion Slots No
Sample RAM No
Outputs 2 x 1/4" TS Jacks(Left/MONO, Right), Unbalanced
1 x 1/4" TRS Stereo Headphone
MIDI Out
MIDI Thru
Inputs Audio In 1 Condenser: 1 x +5 Volt Mini Phone
Audio In 1 Dynamic: 1 x 1/4" TS Phone, Unbalanced
Audio In 2 Line: 1 x 1/4" TS Phone, Unbalanced
MIDI In
Headphone Output Yes, 1/4" TRS Stereo Phone
SCSI No
Internal Storage No
External Storage MIDI System Exclusive
Display 3-Digit x 1 Line, 8-Segment LED
Dimensions (WxDxH) 20.63 x 9.13 x 2.76" (524 x 232 x 70mm)
Weight 4.85 lb (2.2 kg)
Specialties Condenser Mic and Vocoder
Master MIDI Controller Keyboard Capability
AA Battery or AC Powered

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microKORG 37-Key Synthesizer and Vocoder
 
5.0

(based on 4 reviews)

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Pros

  • Compact (4)
  • Easy to use (4)
  • Lightweight (4)
  • Versatile (4)
  • Good audio (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home studio (4)
    • Amateur recording (3)
    • Outdoor events / games (3)
    • Performances (3)
    • Professional recording (3)

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    (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    great synth

    By mith the muso

    from australia

    About Me Novice

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Clear Sound
    • Compact
    • Easy To Use
    • Lightweight
    • Versatile

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Home Studio

      Comments about microKORG 37-Key Synthesizer and Vocoder:

      What a great synth, couldnt be happier with the sound

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      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Best Synth Under $1000

      By Vigilante Joe

      from Minneapolis, MN

      About Me Professional Musician

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Clear Sound
      • Compact
      • Easy To Use
      • Lightweight
      • Versatile

      Cons

      • none

      Best Uses

      • Amateur Recording
      • Events
      • Home Studio
      • Mobile DJ
      • Performances
      • Professional Recording

      Comments about microKORG 37-Key Synthesizer and Vocoder:

      The vocoder is extremely easy to use, but, the coolest thing about the microKORG is just how versatile it is. The sounds that come out of it range from Church Organs to "Daft Punk". It's also got MIDI capabilities as well. I use this for live shows and it brings the house down.

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      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      The most powerful mini synth around

      By 612 Park

      from Minneapolis

      About Me Experienced

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Compact
      • Easy To Use
      • Lightweight
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Amateur Recording
        • Events
        • Home Studio
        • Performances
        • Professional Recording

        Comments about microKORG 37-Key Synthesizer and Vocoder:

        I can't believe how much power and potential is packed into this machine. Knowing that you can tweak and edit 128 individual sounds infinite ways (seriously, the combinations are only limited by what you stop at) was the biggest draw to this. I've heard of many professional acts who swear by the Microkorg, and it's obvious why: you simply can't beat what it offers in size, power, and price. Needless to say, I love mine!

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        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        microkorg

        By less one

        from lakewood colorado

        About Me Novice

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Clear Sound
        • Compact
        • Easy To Use
        • Lightweight
        • Versatile

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Amateur Recording
          • Events
          • Home Studio
          • Mobile DJ
          • Performances
          • Professional Recording

          Comments about microKORG 37-Key Synthesizer and Vocoder:

          very easy to find and change sounds
          easy to operate
          small compact
          easy to link to other technology

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          What's in the Box

          Korg microKORG 37-Key Synthesizer and Vocoder
          • 1 x Condenser Microphone
          • 1 x AC Adapter (DC9V)
          • Owner's Manual
          • 1 Year Warranty
           
           
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