Korg MicroKorg2 Synthesizer/Vocoder

Korg MicroKorg, one of the most iconic and recognizable synths in the history of music, revolutionized the music world with its unique form factor and unmistakable sounds, making it an industry standard for musicians everywhere. Used in countless legendary performances and recordings, its legacy spans more than 20 years. Renowned and loved by musicians, sound engineers, producers and gadget buffs everywhere, MicroKorg has now evolved to a more powerful, more flexible and richer level: MicroKorg2. While retaining some of the iconic aspects of the original, including the convenient portable size, the easy-to-play mini keybed, the large dial for selecting program genres and the vocoder with dedicated mic, MicroKorg2 offers a completely new, powerful sound engine, many more useable programs, a visually astounding user interface and so much more. MicroKorg2 features a gorgeous 2.8" full-color IPS LCD display that not only makes editing incredibly easy and intuitive, it also brings immediate information and instant gratification as users can visually shape and 'see' their sounds. As well as a powerful vocal processor with harmonizer and hard-tuning functions, MicroKorg2 also features a loop recorder that makes it the perfect production and performance tool for today's diverse music world and beyond. Beloved by musicians worldwide, its intuitive interface and powerful, rich, diverse sound make MicroKorg2 the ideal synth for anyone ready to explore the magic of synthesis. Enhanced user interface – 2.8" color LCD with animated effects and oscilloscope view for visual feedback Revamped vocal processor – Hard-tune pitch correction, harmonizer and effects with included gooseneck mic Realtime performance – Loop recorder, arpeggiator, streamlined interface with easy-to-use buttons Synth sounds – Program selector based on musical genres with access to Classic, Modern and Future sounds within each Modern design – Compact and portable, MicroKorg's iconic design has been updated for a modern look Enhanced effects – Enhanced effects including reverb, delay and modulation/dynamics   Unparalleled user experience MicroKorg2 retains one-knob genre selection for intuitive sound browsing, as well as five dedicated edit knobs to quickly manipulate parameters on the fly. The bank selection concept has been expanded with a categorization system so you can capture the changing sounds of each era, including Classical, Modern and Future. MicroKorg2's control panel gets a vibrant makeover with a 2.8" color display. Visually edit sounds with animated parameter guides, keeping all five knobs in clear view for stress-free tweaking. Want to see the sonic impact of your edits? A single touch transforms the display into an oscilloscope, letting you watch your sound come alive. Newly designed vocal processor The original MicroKorg was well known for its easy-to-use vocoder with a dedicated mic, one of the reasons for its evergreen popularity. MicroKorg2 takes this concept to the next level with a powerful vocal processor. In addition to vocoder effects, this new vocal processor features industry-standard hard-tune pitch correction effects, along with a harmonizer that lets you pitch-shift and layer the original vocal sound. You can also apply reverb, delay and other effects to the vocal processor's signal output. Inspiring loop recorder MicroKorg2 features a loop recorder, which lets you create backing tracks by looping and overdubbing parts of songs, making it the ideal tool for on-the-go live performances. Three dedicated buttons – record, play/stop and undo/redo – make loop recording simple for anyone. The recording and playback settings can easily be modified thanks to its easily accessible dedicated menus, so any player can get started making music right away. Travel through time with new synth sounds Expanding its sound palette, the MicroKorg2 introduces a genre-based Category and Bank selector, providing quick access to a diverse range of sounds within Classic, Modern and Future categories. This lets users quickly find sounds that will fit any genre without tedious preset-by-preset browsing. The three Banks feature eight genre Categories, each offering eight preset Programs, and you can save up to 64 Programs in the User Bank for your own personal favorites. Massively enhanced effects Further expanding MicroKorg2's sonic scope, Korg has developed three series of effects including nine new types of modulation (with dynamics effects), six types of delay and reverb. These three series of effects can be independently switched on/off, and you can adjust the wet/dry ratio of the effects separately. The signal is routed through the effects and output to a two-band parametric EQ with adjustable low and high bands, so you can adjust the final character of the sound. Mini keyboard that's small but easy to play, with a natural touch For MicroKorg2, Korg adjusted the distance between the black and white keys to make chords easier to play. This is a 'natural touch mini keybed,' with a touch that's designed for playing fast phrases. The box-style keys feature a high-grade feel, making it easy to play glissandos as well. The 37-note keybed is complemented by a handy octave shift button, invaluable for live performances. Performance on the go MicroKorg2 is easy to carry, at only 21.3" wide and weighing 4.6 lb., anbd can be powered via the included AC adaptor or by six AA batteries, giving you the freedom to play anywhere.