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Korg ARP Odyssey Analog Synthesizer Module (White)

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Korg ARP Odyssey Analog Synthesizer Module (White)
Key Features
  • Classic ARP Odyssey without Keys
  • Reproduced Exact Circuitry of Original
  • 2x VCO
  • Filter Revisions: Type I, II, III
The white ARP Odyssey Module from Korg is the re-creation of the classic analog synthesizer minus the keys. The synthesizer was originally produced in the 1970s and highly regarded for its sharp penetrating sound and rich range of tonal variations. This module features the original circuitry with some updated features including MIDI and USB.
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Korg ARP Odyssey Overview

The white ARP Odyssey Module from Korg is the re-creation of the classic analog synthesizer minus the keys. The synthesizer was originally produced in the 1970s and highly regarded for its sharp penetrating sound and rich range of tonal variations. This module features the original circuitry with some updated features including MIDI and USB.

The synth module offers monophonic or duophonic operation. The oscillator section includes two VCOs with sawtooth, square, and pulse waveforms. Additionally, all three revisions of the filter are immediately accessible via a switch and further broaden the tonal palette. Type I (rev. 1) is a 12 dB/Oct circuit, while Type II and III (Rev. 2 & 3) are 24 dB/Oct, and each type adds distinct flavors and colors to the sound. Both of the portamento circuits (Rev.1 & 2/3) are available as well, while a drive circuit has been added to the VCA, producing distortion and generating a rough and raw sound. All of the sliders have been updated and are smoother than the original, making the synth uncompromisingly playable.

A variety of functions and modulation possibilities are provided by oscillator sync, pulse-width modulation, sample & hold, a high-pass filter, two types of envelope generators, an LFO, and pitch bend via the proportional pitch controls (PPC). The ARP Odyssey ships with a power adapter, a 1/4" cable, and an 1/8" cable.

  • Monophonic or duophonic operation
  • 2x VCOs featuring Sawtooth, Square, and Pulse waveforms
  • VCF switchable between rev. I, II, and III
  • VCA with overdrive
  • ADSR envelope generator
  • AR envelope generator
  • LFO
  • Noise generator
  • Portamento
  • Ring modulator
  • Sample & hold
  • External audio input
  • USB MIDI
  • CV/Gate I/O
  • Extended body protects keys
  • Phone and mini-phone cables included

 

Korg ARP Odyssey Specs

Polyphony
Maximum Polyphony: 2 voices for duophonic; normally monophonic
Controllers
Transpose Positions: 2 octaves down, normal, 2 octaves up
Proportional Pitch Control
Pitch Down Pad (b): about -2 / 3 octave
Modulation Pad (-)
Pitch Up Pad (#): about +2 / 3 octave
Noise Generator
Noise Spectrum Types: White and pink
Portamento
Maximum Speed: About 0.01 ms/oct
Minimum Speed: About 1.5 seconds/oct
VCO
Voltage-Controlled Oscillator
Waveforms: Sawtooth, square, pulse (dynamic pulse)
Frequency Range:
VCO-1 in Low-Frequency Mode: 0.2 to 20 Hz
VCO-1 and VCO-2 (Audio Range): About 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Warm Up Drift: 1/30 semitone from turn on max
Pulse Width: 50 to 5%
Pulse Width Modulation:
ADSR: +45%
LFO: +15%
Voltage Controlled Response: 1 V/oct
Maximum Frequency Shifts:
LFO Sine Wave: +1/2 oct.
LFO Square Wave: +1.5 oct.
ADSR: +9 oct.
S/H: +2 oct.
(*VCO-1 is low-note priority, VCO-2 is high-note priority)
VCF
Voltage Controlled Filter
Types: Low pass (I: 12 dB/oct., II III: 24 dB/oct.)
Frequency Range: 16 Hz to 16 kHz
Maximum Usable Q: 30
Resonance: 1/2 - self oscillate
Voltage Controlled Response:
C3 key (left edge) 0 V
C6 key (right edge) 3 V
VCA
Voltage Controlled Amplifier
Dynamic Range: 80 dB
Ring Modulator
Type: Digital
Input Signal: VCO-1, VCO-2 (square wave)
Sample & Hold
Command Sources: Keyboard or LFO trigger
Sampled Signals:
VCO-1 sawtooth wave and square wave
VCO-2 square wave and pink noise
Envelope Generators
ADSR Envelope Generator
Attack Time: 5 msec. to 5 sec.
Decay Time: 10 msec. to 8 sec.
Sustain Level: 0 to 100% or Peak
Release Time: 15 ms to 10 seconds
AR Envelope Generator
Attack Time: 5 ms to 5 seconds
Release Time: 10 ms to 8 seconds
Control Input
Control Input Jacks
Pedal: 1/4" / 6.3 mm monaural phone jack
Portamento Foot Switch: 1/4" / 6.3 mm monaural phone jack
Audio Output
Low
Connector: 1/4" / 6.3 mm monaural phone jack
Maximum Output Level: -20 dBu @ 10 kOhms load
Output Impedance: 10 kOhms
High
Connector: XLR connector
Maximum Output Level: +4 dBu @ 1 kOhm load
Output Impedance: 330 Ohms
Headphones
Connector: 1/4" / 6.3 mm stereo phone jack
Maximum Output Level: 50 + 50 mW @ 33 Ohms load
Output Impedance: 10 Ohms
(Controllable by volume knob)
External Analog Audio Input
Connector: 1/4" / 6.3 mm monaural phone jack
Maximum Input Level: -10 dBu
Input Impedance: 22 kOhms
MIDI
In
USB
Type B
CV In/Out Controls
Keyboard CV (In/Out): 1 V/octave
Connector: 1/8" / 3.5 mm monaural phone jack
Gate
Gate In: +3 V (minimum)
Gate Out: +10 V, key down; 0 V all keys up
Connector: 1/8" / 3.5 mm monaural phone jack
TRIG Connector
Trig In: +3 V pulse min., 10 μsec duration minimum
Trig Out: +10 V pulse on key depression, 10 μsec duration
Connector: 1/8" / 3.5 mm monaural phone jack
Power
Power Supply: AC adapter jack (9 VDC)
Power Consumption: 6.5 W
Dimensions
19.5 x 10.4 x 3.5" / 496.1 x 264.9 x 88.9 mm
Weight
8.2 lb / 3.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
11.3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
23 x 14 x 6.6"

Korg ARP Odyssey Reviews

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question

Will a case be available?
Asked by: Anonymous
An impact resistant case is included.
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Hello, can this this work with Apple Logic Studio and Macbook Pro? Thanks!
Asked by: Lychung M.
you need a midi interface or audio interface.i do not use an internal daw so the ideal signal path is not something i could answer.i use analog only , until final mix.
Answered by: john k.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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