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Sweat · Posted: Fri Mar 23, 2018 5:27 pm Post subject:

The choices we have today all have their place. Sometimes my ipad with great apps, and a light-weight controller in a backpack are my choice for quick gigs or rehearsals on the go.

In my home studio, I enjoy my powerful Mac Pro with Logic, ProTools, and Kontakt with many amazing software libraries.

But still, nothing compares to the low-latency, instant access of thousands of pre-loaded sounds I have sampled, layered, split and programmed like I can do with the Kronos Set List screen. And any kind of FX I need, instantly. Did I mention low-latency? It's all tightly integrated with controls, hidden in a keyboard (controller) that I need anyway.

Before owning a Kronos, I also used multiple boards for performing (DP, organ clone, VA, and an old DX7). Now, all I need is my K.

leonh · Posted: Fri Mar 23, 2018 8:12 pm Post subject:

I started with M1 long time ago and now I have Kronos so first and maybe last Workstation still the best out there it suits me the workflow all in one place don’t need anything else .Saying that new generations prefer DAW so manufacturers are going in that direction Montage is an example perfect connectivity I had one nothing wrong with it I just prefer workstation for making music .
So is hard to see that Korg will invest in new workstation maybe some upgrade for existing Kronos I have no idea.

tdwctdwc · Full Member Joined: 31 Mar 2012 Posts: 217

Back in 2013 i made an entire album with only the Kronos (Dark German Grand and the Mod-7 engine).

Taking in consideration how far software pianos libraries have advanced since then as well as the vast world of impressive iOS synths that are only getting better week after week: If i want to make the same type of album in 2018, i will still use the Kronos engines instead.

Maybe it's that connection between hardware/software all-in-one package, maybe it's the sounds, maybe it's that phatness i get from the Mod-7 engine that i can't get in software, i have no idea.

I don't think i'm the only one who rolls this way.

I think the Kronos has made such a big impact on the industry, even Korg themselves don't realize it...or maybe they do.
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A preview of my upcoming solo piano album: https://youtu.be/Cj9a_xATx-g

Jan1 · Platinum Member Joined: 16 Mar 2005 Posts: 765

As far as the timing of a new workstation is concerned consider this:
KORG has a habit of releasing a new high end workstation in the same year as they release a new TOTL arranger.
In 2007 the M3 was released together with the PA2X.
Four years later the KRONOS together with the PA3X saw the light of day.
Again four years later in 2015 the KRONOS 2015 edition together with the PA4X were introduced.

So, extrapolating this timeline into the future we should see a new PA5X as well as a new high end workstation in 2019.

The KRONOS sold well, just look at the diversification of the product line, you don't do that with a product which has poor sales figures.
And if a product sells well it makes no sense to suddenly drop the platform upon which it was built, especially when you consider the OASYS platform dates back all the way to the early nineties.
So I DO expect a follow up to the KRONOS.

The KRONOS seems to be a fixed concept of nine engines, so it is unlikely that there will be a new KRONOS with more engines.
The successor probably will have a new name together with other significant updates.
The addition of DNC in the next workstation would be very welcome.

GregC · Posted: Sat Mar 24, 2018 12:27 pm Post subject:

rmgatl · Joined: 22 Mar 2018 Posts: 8

We're of course just speculating, but a K3 in 2019/2020 would be logical (about 5-6 years from last major hw rev so far as I can tell). K3 would extend the line another 5 years and the WS category won't collapse in that timeframe.
I'd love to see physical weight on the 88 graded hammer version addressed...target the current LS weight.
I would probably buy a rack version with no keyboard at the right price. Easier to transport.
Would not enjoy schlepping around the current 88 graded hammer weight at my age.
Prefer graded hammer feel but the 88 LS is interesting. Buying new means risk there could be a K3 coming that tanks resale value - but that's life.
A good used 88 LS at the right price seems like a solid low risk buy.
Thanks everyone...this has helped me think through this purchase.

GregC · Posted: Sat Mar 24, 2018 2:44 pm Post subject:

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GregC · Posted: Sat Mar 24, 2018 3:57 pm Post subject:

Jan1 · Platinum Member Joined: 16 Mar 2005 Posts: 765

rmgatl · Joined: 22 Mar 2018 Posts: 8

One last question for Korg experts - when/if they do make a major WS move, is their usual modus operandi for such things a NAMM announcement i.e. January?

GregC · Posted: Sat Mar 24, 2018 9:24 pm Post subject:

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GregC · Posted: Sat Mar 24, 2018 10:59 pm Post subject:

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