The Korg microKORG is a compact, powerful synthesizer with analogue modelling synthesis, integrated vocoder and multi-mode filter. A total of 37 velocity-sensitivemini keys and battery operation ensure limitless mobility. The virtual analogue synthesizer microKORG features two oscillators with 71 waveforms, which are controlled via a user-friendly interface. The integrated vocoder encourages inspiring vocal lines to be played on the keyboard. An arpeggiator with 6 styles is included as well!
The microKORG sound generation
The microKORG features the same DSP synthesis as the MS2000B, but offers more waveforms. Oscillator 1 offers 71 waveforms, including classics and new forms such as Vox Wave and Cross Wave, which can of course be modulated. An additional 64 DWGS waveforms make it possible to imitate electric pianos, guitars, basses and much more that is difficult to reproduce in analogue. In conjunction with Oscillator 2, sync and ring modulation can also be used to create extreme metallic sounds. With the virtual patches additional modulation links can be created, giving the Korg microKORG many options for experimenting with sounds.
Filter, amp and more features of the microKORG
The multi-mode filter of the Korg microKORG features a -12dB (two pole) low pass, high pass and band pass filter and a -24dB steep LPF with four poles. The resonance is adjustable in all filter modes up to self-oscillation. Additionally, there are two ADSR envelopes and two LFOs available for the filter modes. In the Amp section you can switch on a distortion function in addition to Volume and Panorama. The classic ADSR envelope can be used as a modulation source for the microKORG and the two LFO types can be used to create rhythmic modulations. Effects such as vibrato, wah and tremolo are implemented smoothly.
This synth is my third virtual analog after Access Virus TI and Clavia Nord Lead 2. And after that two monsters I was surprised how microKorg sounds! I have fun with this device and planning to use it in collaboration with other two. Also nice advantage that microKorg can be powered by accumulators. Now I can make up the music in every place that inspires me!
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