NEW KORG GEAR !!!

Synthoid · Post by **Synthoid** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:20 am

mocando wrote:Well, it looks like is got to be this one:

Designed to satisfy the beginning or accomplished keyboardist, the Korg microSTATION Music Workstation offers unprecedented portability, the stunning sound of Korgs EDS-i synth engine, phenomenal effects, plus new and easy-touse sequencing tools. Audition riffs make finding just the right sound a breeze.

At a size and price usually reserved for performance synthesizers, the mircroSTATION provides all of the additional benefits of a full-featured Korg workstation. Compact and portable, the microSTATION none the less features our 61-key Natural Touch mini keyboard, numerous effects, dual arpeggiators, and a 16-track sequencer to transform musical ideas into polished productions ? wherever you are! New sequencer features such as Loop Recording and visual Grid Sequencing have been added to benefit the first-time workstation owner and to jump-start any type of music production.With so much power, the microSTATION is an ideal first keyboard, plus a welcome addition to any studio or keyboard
rig.

The microSTATION contains numerous programs and combinations ready for immediate use, and is ready for you to perform pro-quality sounds the moment you turn it on. 480 programs, 27 drum kits that can be used by drum programs as oscillators, and 256 combinations, each of which combine up to sixteen programs as layers, splits, or velocity switches, and then add effects and two arpeggiators to create complex sonic structures. For compatibility with other MIDI instruments, there are also 256 GM2 sounds and 9 GM2 drum kits. Programs, drum kits, and combinations are rewritable, and you can store 512, 32, and 384 of them respectively. So that you can easily find the desired sound from this extensive choice of sounds, the programs and combinations are organized into eight categories according to the type of sound. An audition switch is provided, allowing you to hear a repeating riff (phrase) appropriate for each sound when making a selection in Program mode, making it easy to grasp the character of the available sounds.
Features

* Lightweight, compact, and equipped with 61 mini-keys, the microSTATION travels easily and fits effortlessly into any home, stage, or studio workspace.
* EDS-i (Enhanced Definition Synthesis-integrated) sound engine delivers high-quality sound in the tradition of KORG's flagship music workstations.
* Enjoy 512 user programs (480 preloaded) and 384 user combinations (256 preloaded) as well as GM2 compatible preset programs and drum kits.
* Designed for comfort and accuracy, our 61-key Natural Touch Mini Keyboard is highly expressive and supports serious playing.
* High-performance 16-track sequencer records up to 128 songs and 210,000 notes.
* Template songs, Loop Recording, Grid Sequencing, Dual Arpeggiators, and Auto Song Setup functions provide a serious boost to creative song production.
* USB Type-B connector offers a direct MIDI computer connection.
* SD/SDHC card slot for convenient data storage.
* Includes both stand-alone and plug-in microSTATION software for detailed sound editing on your computer; plug-in software is VST, AU, and RTAS compatible.

All for $599 maybe?

mocando · Post by **mocando** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:36 am

No word yet on pricing, but I guess it should be in the ball park. I think they are targeting at the right spot here. In recession and crisis some people think twice before handing over 1K for a good workstation. Now they have the same synth engine as the M3/M50 at half the price of an M50, and if they want a better keybed, a good controller will suffice. I look at it like an M50 module.

And regarding the Monotron, I think is a cool little device, but sadly it looks like is going to be like a DS-10 device. Not very usable due to lack of inputs and outputs. I hoped it could bring MIDI in, but I guess is not going to happen.

X-Trade · Post by **X-Trade** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:39 am

the microStation looks great. Or so I thought, until I realised that they were mini keys! I'm not sure if I could handle 61 of them! although I always said with the microKorg it does allow you to reach more spread unusual chords with one hand. Will have to wait to see more specs - polyphony, etc. I imagine it would be quite handy. I do really want something with the EDS engine.

The monotron looks a bit like the stylophone reissue. Not sure if it would satisfy the same market. All I could think at first was '...What?'. another oscillator would have been cool. or audio input. however with those filters I imagine you could still make it scream. Not sure about playing on a ribbon input of that size.

mocando · Post by **mocando** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:50 am

X-Trade wrote:All I could think at first was '...What?'. another oscillator would have been cool. or audio input. however with those filters I imagine you could still make it scream. Not sure about playing on a ribbon input of that size.

Look at the specs: "Filter any external source using the audio input jack"

Hmm... kind of neat hah ?

McHale · Post by **McHale** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:52 am

Was hoping for a quality Korg keyboard controller.

TSUNAMI · Post by **TSUNAMI** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 8:28 am

crofter · Post by **crofter** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 8:28 am

Synthoid wrote:
mocando wrote:Well, it looks like is got to be this one:

Designed to satisfy the beginning or accomplished keyboardist, the Korg microSTATION Music Workstation offers unprecedented portability, the stunning sound of Korgs EDS-i synth engine, phenomenal effects, plus new and easy-touse sequencing tools. Audition riffs make finding just the right sound a breeze.

At a size and price usually reserved for performance synthesizers, the mircroSTATION provides all of the additional benefits of a full-featured Korg workstation. Compact and portable, the microSTATION none the less features our 61-key Natural Touch mini keyboard, numerous effects, dual arpeggiators, and a 16-track sequencer to transform musical ideas into polished productions ? wherever you are! New sequencer features such as Loop Recording and visual Grid Sequencing have been added to benefit the first-time workstation owner and to jump-start any type of music production.With so much power, the microSTATION is an ideal first keyboard, plus a welcome addition to any studio or keyboard
rig.

The microSTATION contains numerous programs and combinations ready for immediate use, and is ready for you to perform pro-quality sounds the moment you turn it on. 480 programs, 27 drum kits that can be used by drum programs as oscillators, and 256 combinations, each of which combine up to sixteen programs as layers, splits, or velocity switches, and then add effects and two arpeggiators to create complex sonic structures. For compatibility with other MIDI instruments, there are also 256 GM2 sounds and 9 GM2 drum kits. Programs, drum kits, and combinations are rewritable, and you can store 512, 32, and 384 of them respectively. So that you can easily find the desired sound from this extensive choice of sounds, the programs and combinations are organized into eight categories according to the type of sound. An audition switch is provided, allowing you to hear a repeating riff (phrase) appropriate for each sound when making a selection in Program mode, making it easy to grasp the character of the available sounds.
Features

* Lightweight, compact, and equipped with 61 mini-keys, the microSTATION travels easily and fits effortlessly into any home, stage, or studio workspace.
* EDS-i (Enhanced Definition Synthesis-integrated) sound engine delivers high-quality sound in the tradition of KORG's flagship music workstations.
* Enjoy 512 user programs (480 preloaded) and 384 user combinations (256 preloaded) as well as GM2 compatible preset programs and drum kits.
* Designed for comfort and accuracy, our 61-key Natural Touch Mini Keyboard is highly expressive and supports serious playing.
* High-performance 16-track sequencer records up to 128 songs and 210,000 notes.
* Template songs, Loop Recording, Grid Sequencing, Dual Arpeggiators, and Auto Song Setup functions provide a serious boost to creative song production.
* USB Type-B connector offers a direct MIDI computer connection.
* SD/SDHC card slot for convenient data storage.
* Includes both stand-alone and plug-in microSTATION software for detailed sound editing on your computer; plug-in software is VST, AU, and RTAS compatible.
All for $599 maybe?

looks good, I've been after something like this, compact but with loads of features, can't see any info on battery power though

TSUNAMI · Post by **TSUNAMI** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 8:29 am

TSUNAMI · Post by **TSUNAMI** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 8:56 am

Just so people don't get to excited ... the MicroSTATION and the PS60 are the M3 engine ie. EDS but they do not have the same samples to use that engine on, they both have the same 49mb of samples not the 300mb + of the M3 ....

So basically the MicroSTATION and the PS60 are the same but in different clothing.

X-Trade · Post by **X-Trade** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 11:34 am

also, the MR2 (mentioned on korg.com):

Also, there are audio demos from korg on the microSTATION
I forgot how good the EDS filters are, compared to HI. I think i'll have to get one mostly to use purely as a VA

and apparently an update to the electribe series:
Electribe MXSD
Electribe SXSD

wuss88 · Post by **wuss88** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:28 pm

http://www.dv247.com/keyboards-and-midi ... zer--72996

I want 1

no price as of yet

...looks a bit like a stylophone though...

Timo · Post by **Timo** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:31 pm

mocando wrote:

AWESOME. I wonder how much it will cost.

Seen how tiny it is?!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNNb18aFSQ4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-v0FT8lXGSo

Everyone needs a pocket-sized MS20!

Mr36 · Post by **Mr36** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:41 pm

I'm sure I read €50 for the Monotron somewhere... Though I'd guess
it will be £50 in the UK, not just a conversion.

Pastor-of-Muppets · Post by **Pastor-of-Muppets** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:49 pm

wuss88 wrote: ...looks a bit like a stylophone though...

stylophones are great!

Post by **Sharp** » Wed Mar 24, 2010 2:28 pm

TSUNAMI wrote:

I really like the thinking behind this product. I could see this being extremely useful for lots of different reasons.

Regards
Sharp.

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