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Korg Kronos 73 Keyboard Workstation Features:

• Comprehensive keyboard workstation with 9 sound engines, thousands of sounds and effects, extensive hands-on controls, and everything you need to arrange and create original music onboard
• 73-note flagship RH3 weighted hammer-action keyboard with 4 resistance zones provides authentic piano feel
• SGX-2 sound engine takes a no-compromises approach to acoustic piano sound, featuring complex, full-sample synthesis to deliver the character of famous German and Japanese grands, including string resonance and una corda modeling
• EP-1 sound engine employs Korg’s cutting-edge Multi-Dimensional Synthesis (MDS) technology to simulate the precise behavior of reed and tine electric pianos, along with effects and more
• CX-3 sound engine perfectly models timeless tonewheel organ sound, complete with a full complement of vintage effects, tube-amp warmth, and rotary speaker cabinet emulation
• HD-1 sound engine leverages decades of PCM digital synthesis developments to produce wavetable tones ranging from perennial classics to unparalleled futuristic synth sounds
• MS-20EX sound engine utilizes Component Modeling Technology (CMT) to recall Korg’s classic MS-20 semi-modular monosynth down to its finest details, including external input routing
• PolysixEX sound engine faithfully re-creates the original 1981 Polysix, including its 6-voice polyphony, aggressive 4-pole filter, and onboard effects
• AL-1 sound engine puts legendary OASYS technology into action, mimicking the behavior and response of classic analog synth hardware while including modern functions such as filter morphing, complex waveforms, and more
• MOD-7 sound engine uses waveshaping VPM/FM synthesis to generate everything from the classic electronic piano sounds found in countless ’80s ballads to unique and evolving pads and sound beds
• STR-1 sound engine uses advanced physical modeling to synthesize virtual plucked strings for guitar, harp, harpsichord, ethnic instruments, and many other creative sound-design applications
• Sounds include numerous artist signature programs created by top musicians and 16-part Combis with complex sounds covering multiple engines
• Massive 62GB solid-state storage comes pre-loaded with 21GB of sound content covering thousands of sounds, programs, and songs
• Dynamic Voice Allocation manages polyphony for realistic sound layering to keep your performances sounding natural
• Enormous 8″ 800px x 600px SVGA TouchView display makes navigation easy while providing you with detailed feedback and parameter control
• Set List mode lets you organize Programs, Combis, and Songs into a single, easy-to-select screen
• Comprehensive onboard songwriting platform includes powerful 16-track sequencing and 16-track audio recorder, allowing you to create entire songs via an intuitive workflow
• Advanced Kay Algorithmic Real-time Music Architecture (KARMA) technology provides natural-sounding and responsive accompaniment that adapts to your style as you play
• Complex yet easy-to-use drum tracks from the M3 synthesizer allows you to quickly add compelling drums and rhythmic elements to your music
• Create your own unique sounds via the onboard Open Sampling System, which takes external sounds or internal samples to create new instruments
• Enhance your sounds with 16 extensive onboard effects processors and 12 insert effects, plus a 3-band EQ for every track
• USB/MIDI host ports let you instantly add MIDI control surfaces directly to your workstation for even greater hands-on control
• Onboard performance controls include Korg’s classic 4-way Vector joystick and a responsive ribbon controller, as well as two pedal inputs with half-damper support
• Slim body with classy wood cheeks looks great, travels well, and fits on any keyboard stand for comfortable live gigging
• USB Ethernet adapter compatibility enables high-speed data transfer between Kronos and your computer and lets you access the Kronos Editor and Plug-in Editor software