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Benjaminisaacs95
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tomto66 Senior Member
Joined: 26 Jan 2015 Posts: 336 Location: Belgium
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Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2017 4:39 pm Post subject: |
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Std mono 6mm jack/jack cable will do the job! _________________ Kronos X-88, Nanopad2, Tascam US122 MKii, Roli Rise 49 |
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dfahrner Platinum Member
Joined: 21 Jun 2008 Posts: 569 Location: Bend, OR
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Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2017 4:54 pm Post subject: |
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You'd be far better off with two small active PA speakers, then you could run in stereo with a full frequency range; for example, the Kronos pianos sound MUCH better in stereo...there are a number of small active PA speakers that cost less than $200 each, for example the Behringer B208D - around $180 (in the USA), 220 watts, built-in EQ, lots of volume / bass response, etc...I've used a pair of these for a few years in small-to-medium sized rooms, for Kronos and vocals, and people are surprised that so much (good) sound can come from such small speakers....
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mikeyd Senior Member
Joined: 19 Nov 2007 Posts: 390 Location: California
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Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2017 5:32 pm Post subject: |
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I bought one of those and promptly returned it. It distorted terribly with (at the time my Triton Studio and a Motif 7) and I don't think it'd handle the KRONOS. Its as you know, very powerful on both the highs and lows. You didn't really say what you'd be using it for but if it's just for home use, practice only, or monitoring while going through a PA it might serve your purpose. I know you're on a budget but as suggested there may be other options. I think only the high end Roland amps could handle the KRONOS. But I'd be interested to hear from others that may have used the KC 150. I use a Barbetta but when performing with others run through the PA.
Http://www.barbetta.com. Good luck with your quest! |
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pete.m Senior Member
Joined: 05 Apr 2013 Posts: 482
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Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2017 5:44 pm Post subject: |
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If money is tight, you could also take a look at Gumtree or eBay and pick up some bargains. I agree that stereo is the way to go, if you can. Keep doing your research, and something good will come up. |
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aron Platinum Member
Joined: 27 Jan 2011 Posts: 1546 Location: Hawaii
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Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2017 7:20 pm Post subject: |
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Don't buy that Roland.... it's horrible. All those KC amps are terrible.....
WOW it's $500 that is crazy.
Get 2 Carvin power speakers or
1 EV ZXL12p
or 2 Behringer Eurolive B112D
or 1 used QSC 10 or 12 _________________ Korg Kronos, CASIO PX-5S, Yamaha VL1, author of unrealBook for iPad. |
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19naia Platinum Member
Joined: 29 Nov 2012 Posts: 1216
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Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2017 9:08 pm Post subject: |
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Don't do the Roland KC. Especially not the little 150. I had the 350 with Triton Extrme and it had distortion issues. Kronos sound quality and dynamics are too good to waste on a KC 150. If the 350 distorted, the 150 is barely going to handle.
You may have better luck with the biggest KC model but that is the most expensive.
PA options are better and easy to get a worthwhile one for the same price you showed. Even a used PA set. Kronos sound dynamics are too good to waste on a single speaker setup. Get a 2 speaker PA system if you want to go cheap. |
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Bertotti Platinum Member
Joined: 10 Jul 2010 Posts: 3384 Location: Middle of nowhere
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Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2017 12:01 pm Post subject: |
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I used headphones and saved until I could get a QSC K10, then added a second, stereo, so much more fun. But that said I still use headphones more then the speakers. |
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GRISWOLD3 Junior Member
Joined: 11 Mar 2014 Posts: 71 Location: Westchester, NY
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Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2017 12:16 pm Post subject: |
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For live I have 2-Elx112P powered PA speakers & also a Spacestation v3.
At home I use 2-Maudio Bx5 powered monitors. These sound fantastic for the Kronos in a small room & can be had for about $200/ pair if you shop around. |
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navydave Senior Member
Joined: 11 Jul 2002 Posts: 414 Location: Turner, ME USA
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Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2017 6:19 pm Post subject: |
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Get a ZLX-15P. I think they are on sale most places right now. I have one. Sounds really nice. Lighter than and amp and more power. _________________ Korg Kronos-61, Korg Triton Le-61, Korg R-3, Alesis Vortex, Edirol PCR-M80, Yamaha Motif XF-61, Roland JV-1080, Roland D-5, E-MU Classic Keys, Kawai Q-80 Sequencer, iPad Pro 9.7, Roland A-49 |
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Bitflipper Full Member
Joined: 24 May 2016 Posts: 121
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Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2017 7:02 pm Post subject: |
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Too bad you're in the UK...I have a pair of KC-350s sitting here gathering dust that I'd let go for cheap! Really cheap.
I went with a powered PA as suggested by dfarhner and others here, and it was the best move I ever made. I did have to buy a little mixer as well, but now I'm able to use balanced connections plus it's got built-in reverb/chorus/delay that have proven surprisingly useful. And, if ever it's necessary, I can even use it as a PA.
The improvement over those old Rolands was night and day! I have more fun on stage because I'm not wincing every time my amps get shrill and nasty at high volume. |
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jeremykeys Platinum Member
Joined: 19 Jun 2011 Posts: 3092 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2017 11:15 pm Post subject: |
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I didn't see anyone really answer your immediate question but you can use guitar cables to connect to an amp. It's what I use and they work fine. Just get decent ones. _________________ If music is the food of love, play on and play loud!
Gear: Kronos 73, Triton Pro-X, Wavestation EX, Polysix, King Korg, Monotron and Monotron Duo, Minikorg, Moog Grandmother, 1 Roland U-20, Hammond M3, 4 acoustic and 6 electric guitars, 1 Ibanez 5 string bass, a bunch of microphones and other very cool toys, 1 wife and 3 cats! |
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Bitflipper Full Member
Joined: 24 May 2016 Posts: 121
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Posted: Thu Mar 30, 2017 2:03 pm Post subject: |
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Actually, if your amplification features balanced inputs, you'll want to use balanced (TRS or TRS-to-XLR) cables. Might as well take advantage of the fact that the Kronos provides balanced outputs, especially if you have to run cables for any distance. |
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