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jim parkin · Posted: Fri Nov 18, 2011 11:37 pm Post subject: pa1x keys

please help I need 2 pa1x keys, D&E2.white keys ..thanks jim/p
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Reuben · Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2011 2:21 am Post subject:

Try here: http://www.guitar-parts.com/catalog/korg

jim parkin · Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2011 3:21 pm Post subject:

Reuben · Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2011 5:05 am Post subject:

I've opened mine a few times to replace worn contact strips and once to replace my Floppy drive with a USB emulator. I don't know if the layout is the same with the Pa1x and the Pa1xpro, With the pro the recessed screws on the underside hold in the keybed. If you undo the 16 screws the keybed slides out but there are also two sets of wires you need to carefully pry up and off to completely release the whole keybed. The replacement of the keys will be pretty straight forward. The other screws hold the whole case shut so if removed the whole case swings open on hinges at the rear. You also need to undo 2 screws at the rear for this to open. There are also a couple of smaller screws underneath that you don't need to undo.) This is possibly another way to access the keys but I have not used this method.
I've found the best way to work on it is to put it on the floor (carpet or mat) with the back panel (rear jacks) down and wedge two large pillows (lounge back rests?) either side and lean the underside towards you to undo the underside screws.
Hope this is of some help.

jim parkin · Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2011 1:49 pm Post subject:

Reuben · Posted: Mon Nov 21, 2011 9:46 pm Post subject:

Hi Jim,
Yes, with the with the 16 screws removed the keybed will slide out but there will still be two sets of wires attached. The wires should be long enough to enable you to slide it out far enough to remove them before taking out the keybed entirely. I can't remember exactly how the individual keys are held in place but I do remember they looked simple to replace. You might need to take off the contact board near the broken keys (don't worry they unscrew and come off easily) for access but its not complicated. It will be obvious once the keybed if out. The only tricky bit is being careful with the wires.
If you need help let me know.
John

jim parkin · Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2011 2:26 am Post subject:

[quote="Reuben"]Hi Jim,
Yes, with the with the 16 screws removed the keybed will slide out but there will still be two sets of wires attached. The wires should be long enough to enable you to slide it out far enough to remove them before taking out the keybed entirely. I can't remember exactly how the individual keys are held in place but I do remember they looked simple to replace. You might need to take off the contact board near the broken keys (don't worry they unscrew and come off easily) for access but its not complicated. It will be obvious once the keybed if out. The only tricky bit is being careful with the wires.
If you need help let me know.

John[/quot

Hi john I think the pa1x is dif,than the pro.I have about 15 screws around
the outside lip.and 3sets of screws on the back side 2up and dowd,2up and down,2 up and down,,if I just pull them out will the ket board come out ?and I do not have to take out all the ones around the lip?I took my pa80 apart and replaced the speakers and the joy stick. I also went to parts and parts the are going to try to order the keys,for me.I won't know untill wed. thanks again j/p
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Reuben · Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2011 11:25 pm Post subject:

The pa1xPro seems to be a little different so I can't be sure about the screws. My guess is that the ones near the lip hold in the end pieces and not the key bed. I hope Parts is Parts can get what you need.
Best,
John

jim parkin · Posted: Wed Nov 23, 2011 1:53 am Post subject:

jim parkin · Posted: Wed Nov 23, 2011 3:47 pm Post subject:

Stratario · Full Member Joined: 21 Mar 2010 Posts: 125

I have the contact information for Korg Canada's parts department. You can get an idea if the keys are available by sending them an email:

http://www.korgcanada.com/eng/support/parts_department.asp

Stratario

jim parkin · Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2011 10:26 pm Post subject:

jim parkin · Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2011 12:54 am Post subject:

Giner · Posted: Fri Dec 02, 2011 11:17 pm Post subject:

Jim,

Here's the link to an Italian site carrying replacement keys.
http://www.masterservice.tk/catalogo/index.php?cPath=78_97&osCsid=d8900e7274480929146e3af0b0bc6df3

This came up in the thread about the LCD screen from one of our Italian members, so thanks to him. Good luck.
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jim parkin · Posted: Sat Dec 03, 2011 4:02 pm Post subject: