New OS 3.1

wizeutropio · Post by **wizeutropio** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 8:32 am

Korg just published the details for the new KRONOS LS. With new features such as the OS 3.1 with new layer and split functions. I wonder if it will be avaiable for older models too and when

narf · Post by **narf** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 8:40 am

Where? Please post link

wizeutropio · Post by **wizeutropio** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 8:49 am

http://www.korg.com/jp/products/synthes ... ronos2_ls/

Broadwave · Post by **Broadwave** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 9:04 am

There's no reason why 3.1 wouldn't be available for the standard Kronos at some point - There's no difference between them except for the lighter keybed (and colour/end caps).

Easier split/layer functions would be useful - The Yamaha MX is great for this.

Pedja · Post by **Pedja** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 9:23 am

wizeutropio wrote:http://www.korg.com/jp/products/synthes ... ronos2_ls/

Thanks for link but it's a Japanese web page. I can't understand anything. Do you have link on English web page. Thanks.

Broadwave · Post by **Broadwave** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 9:44 am

Pedja wrote:
wizeutropio wrote:http://www.korg.com/jp/products/synthes ... ronos2_ls/
Thanks for link but it's a Japanese web page. I can't understand anything. Do you have link on English web page. Thanks.

Google Translate is your friend

WOT??!!! No Aftertouch?

AdDeRoo · Post by **AdDeRoo** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 9:53 am

Using Google Translate indeed:

"Newly designed LS keyboard with light touch that allows light performance. Casual KRONOS-88 key model.
KRONOS, a music workstation with nine different sound sources, boasting the highest performance in the history of Korg. From a piano to an organ and a synth to a physical sound source, as one proposal to bring out the potential of its broad sound, it is easy to play the piano, newly adds a light key touch key model suitable for organ and synth performance It was.
The dark brown body in a calm atmosphere, the sunburst side wood for enhancing the joy of owning the instrument, I will promise you a different cheer for you on the stage with KRONOS. KRONOS LS, born.

Adopt new keyboard of light touch to achieve light performance.
New design for KRONOS for light touch key, which is easy to play with organ phrases and synth fast phrases and glissando. We also reviewed the structure of the keyboard itself, making it easier to control velocity, even with complicated codes and more difficult-to-play phrases than the conventional light / touch keyboard (61 keys). Because it is a waterfall box type keyboard which is the same as before, it realizes a light performance feeling of synth keyboard without impairing already established design balance. Also, because it is a semi-weighted keyboard, you can enjoy playing with a lot of code such as piano and electric piano with confidence in the reaction with a firm feeling to your fingertips.

We achieved a weight reduction of 6.3 kg compared to the 88 key weighted model.
By adopting the new key, we realized a weight saving of 6.3 kg compared to the KRONOS-88 key model using the conventional piano keyboard. It is lighter than 3kg even compared with the 73 key model, greatly reducing the burden of carrying instruments and setting.

New Features The latest OS v3.1 including Quick Layer / Split is installed.
With the new keyboard, Quick Layer, which allows easy assignment of keyboard settings, such as piano and strings layer, electric piano and base split, making it easier to play a variety of performances making use of the light touch 88 keyboards. The latest OS v3.1 with the split function added. Of course, the OS has been brushed up in detail to provide a stable performance environment without stress.

New design Dark brown panel, sunburst side wood.
In the panel, while maintaining the fearlessness of KRONOS, newly adopted dark brown color which brings forth a calm atmosphere. Inside wood also adopted sunburst color which produces "difference". KRONOS LS of 88 key light · touch only has its own originality, which shines outstanding among many high-end class synthesizers.

Specifications
keyboard: LS keyboard (semi-weighted, velocity correspondence / after touch not supported)
External dimensions: 1,416 (width) x 364 (depth) x 134 (height) mm
mass 17.8 kg
* All product names or standard names are trademarks or registered trademarks of related companies.
* Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.
* The color tone of the product may differ slightly from the actual color.
* Because the woodworking sideboard of this machine uses natural wood, there are individual differences in wood grain and clause appearance.
In addition, all specifications except keyboard / external dimensions / mass conform to the KRONOS-88 key model of the weighted keyboard.

chini · Post by **chini** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 10:55 am

Absolute madness there's no aftertouch on this LS model!…

However the good news is that a new OS is imminent!

My guess is that the OS update has been ready for some time but Korg delayed its release to launch this new K series.

Pedja · Post by **Pedja** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 12:10 pm

Thanks AdDeRoo for complete translation. I tried translation for this link (page), but all time I have got that it can't find this page. Anyway, thanks again and to chini too for this infos. All best.

jimknopf · Post by **jimknopf** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 12:11 pm

No aftertouch on such a powerful synth will be an immediate and absolute NO GO for many keyboarders.

This will heavily narrow down the number of possible buyers, and from my view is a ridiculously amateurish management decision.

BillW · Post by **BillW** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 1:04 pm

jimknopf wrote:No aftertouch on such a powerful synth will be an immediate and absolute NO GO for many keyboarders.

This will heavily narrow down the number of possible buyers, and from my view is a ridiculously amateurish management decision.

Totally agree. Aftertouch is essential.

GregC · Post by **GregC** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 1:16 pm

jimknopf wrote:No aftertouch on such a powerful synth will be an immediate and absolute NO GO for many keyboarders.

This will heavily narrow down the number of possible buyers, and from my view is a ridiculously amateurish management decision.

I am an amateur

Even I wouldn't buy it

EvilDragon · Post by **EvilDragon** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 1:51 pm

Korg has officially gone bonkers.

kbrkr · Post by **kbrkr** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 2:07 pm

jimknopf wrote:No aftertouch on such a powerful synth will be an immediate and absolute NO GO for many keyboarders.

This will heavily narrow down the number of possible buyers, and from my view is a ridiculously amateurish management decision.

Can you please explain how you use Aftertouch now?

DennyC · Post by **DennyC** » Thu Dec 15, 2016 2:10 pm

Wow. I realize that aftertouch is an issue. It would have been my inclination to suppose that all they had to do is to install the keys in the 61 model(which I have) and it would have then been relatively easy to offer the 73 or the 88 in ls format. However, I think it is still great news for some like me who like the ls format.

I am eager for the new os. So overall, I think it is a cool move. I hope I don't get flamed too much.