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1jordyzzz · Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 3:55 pm Post subject: Buying a korg kronos??

First of all, i'm new to this forum. i have an interest to buy korg kronos. But the problem is that i live in indonesia, and there's no chance that i will test one of them. I've watched tons of youtube kronos performance video, and personally, i thought the pianos are outta this world. I need your personal opinion. I've also heard that the build quality of kronos isn't so good. Is that true? What's your experience after using kronos for a long time? is it reliable? The problem is, if it falls apart, the warranty claim in indonesia took a very-very long time. And i also noticed that kronos had faulty keybed... And i also hear that there is a fix for it.. Is it true? If its true, did the fix appear in the new kronos production?
Thanks before...

Ksynth · Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:22 pm Post subject:

I have a Kronos 61 and that's been excellent for me. No issues. No problems.

Is there not a Korg Distributor in Indonesia?

If so they should look after you if you have any problems.

JPROBERTLA · Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 6:41 pm Post subject:

I've decided on a Kronos 61 because I was concerned about the weighted keybed issues (as discussed in this forum) and got mine is late November. I have had no problems at all. Because I got the K61, I kept my Triton Studio88. The Kronos sounds, functionality, versatility & fidelity are clearly a substantial improvement as compared to the Triton. I recently got to spend considerable time with the a Motif, Fatom, and a PC63. They all sound great, but I am glad I choose the Kronos.
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Morten'J · Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 7:07 pm Post subject:

I tested a Kronos(61) for third time two days ago ,I do not find any build problems on it ,I find it just as good my Virus TI kb the knobs are small yes but still can make filter sweeps with out problems like on my Virus.The data wheel was great also the faders.
I was very happy only sad thing is that I order one will first get in April
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TARKUS1 · Joined: 09 Oct 2011 Posts: 20 Location: Baltimore, Md.

Hi 1jordyzzz,
here's my experience so far. I've had my k61 since about October and absolutely love this thing. As you can see, I'm fairly new to this forum if you count my posts but I have been reading what everyone says about the unit for a while. I have not had any issues and my k61 has been on the road with me for about a dozen shows now. Of course i am the only one that handles it so I'm extra careful but it has gotten lots of movement in a short time span. Overall very pleased with this thing and it surpasses my old boards by miles (trinity, Jp8000). So far, no complaints and nothing but praise. Now if only I could figure out half of what this thing can do but that's another topic altogether.
Good luck

aron · Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 8:00 pm Post subject:

I have one of the early ones (first shipment). It's an awesome keyboard. (61 note version).
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rob314159 · Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 8:34 pm Post subject:

1jordyzzz,

The only major issue that has been noted thus far is the potentially erratic keybed behavior (which has been hashed and rehashed many times). That is only affecting the 73/88 key versions. If you do purchase a board with the problem, it can be repaired, but as you said you're in Indonesia, so I have no idea what steps you would have to take - however, thus far the repair has been practically perfect. It's unknown whether the newer keybed is out there in the market yet, so I don't know that you can say for sure you would get a newer one.

Of course, if you are looking at a 61-key, there have been no problems with that one.

The only other issue might have been the data wheel, but I'm guessing all Kronos out there for purchase have the new data wheel? Even if you get a bum one, that's a fix you can make yourself. I have an early serial number 61-key (#118), and haven't had a problem with the data wheel or anything else for that matter.

I don't gig with the Kronos, so I can't speak to road-worthiness, if that's what you are after.
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GregC · Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 9:19 pm Post subject: Re: Buying a korg kronos??

1jordyzzz · Posted: Sun Mar 04, 2012 3:02 pm Post subject: Re: Buying a korg kronos??

GregC · Posted: Sun Mar 04, 2012 3:58 pm Post subject: Re: Buying a korg kronos??

Bruce Lychee · Platinum Member Joined: 16 Jun 2011 Posts: 856

Do not buy an 88 or 73 until Korg makes it clear which keyboards have the new RH3.
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1jordyzzz · Posted: Mon Mar 05, 2012 5:18 am Post subject:

@greg
believe me i can't test anything here. It's buy it or not...

@bruce
It's being said at the last NAMM that every new keyboard should have the new keybed... But on which production number will korg start to do it???

robinkle · Posted: Mon Mar 05, 2012 7:42 am Post subject:

I have nothing negative to say about the build quality and reliability. There was a small issue with the dial wheel, but it I replaced it with a new one that I got from Korg for free. This is allready fixed if you buy a new Korg Kronos now. The keys, sliders, buttons and Knobs feels solid. When touching the surface of Kronos, it gives a nice quality feeling.

As for the Pianos I think the samples are great! And since there is a Piano Synth engine, you can edit the Pianos the way you want to fit your needs.

Overall I have no problems with my Kronos. The reliability and build quality is great!

But when buying anything, not only Kronos, there is allways a chance you get a faulty product. You probably are aware of that. Razz

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zzzxtreme · Junior Member Joined: 09 Jun 2009 Posts: 58

what other keyboards do you have? so we can give you example what the kronos can be of benefit to you (or not)

Davidb · Platinum Member Joined: 21 Oct 2002 Posts: 1592