Korg KRONOS361

The KORG KRONOS 61-Key Music Workstation is a compact yet powerful tool for musicians who value portability without compromising on performance. Designed for stage and studio alike, this model features a Natural Touch semi-weighted keyboard, ensuring a quick response and expressive control ideal for synth and organ-focused performances. It's a perfect choice for musicians seeking the dynamic capabilities of the KRONOS series in a lighter, more portable form.

This 61-key version retains the full power of the KRONOS, offering nine distinct sound engines, an extensive library of premium sounds, and an 8-inch color TouchView display for intuitive operation. The semi-weighted action supports fluid playability for rapid note transitions and intricate expression. Coupled with real-time controls like sliders, knobs, and a vector joystick, it allows for seamless customization during live performances. Its streamlined design doesn't sacrifice durability, featuring a robust metal body with sophisticated wood side panels. Whether for on-the-go gigs or professional studio setups, the KRONOS 61-Key is a versatile instrument tailored for musicians who demand both power and mobility.

• Lightweight, semi-weighted keyboard with expressive aftertouch.

• Includes 9 powerful sound engines for diverse sound creation.

• Access to thousands of premium sounds and expandable libraries.

• Intuitive controls with real-time knobs, sliders, and touch display.

• Smooth sound transitions for seamless performances.

• Compact, durable design with stylish wood side panels.

• Advanced composition tools, including sequencers and KARMA technology.

• Flexible connectivity for easy integration with other devices.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• KRONOS System Version 3.2

• Keyboard: 61-key Natural Touch Semi-Weighted with aftertouch

• Dimensions: 1,064 x 363 x 134 mm (41.89" x 14.29" x 5.28")

• Weight: 14.2 kg (31.31 lbs)

SOUND ENGINES:

• SGX-2 Premium Piano (Acoustic Piano)

• EP-1 MDS Electric Piano (Electric Piano)

• HD-1 High Definition Synthesizer (PCM)

• AL-1 Analog Synthesizer (Analog Modeling)

• CX-3 Tonewheel Organ (Tonewheel Organ Modeling)

• STR-1 Plucked Strings (Physical Modeling)

• MOD-7 Waveshaping VPM Synthesizer (VPM Synthesis)

• MS-20EX (Analog Modeling)

• PolysixEX (Analog Modeling)

POLYPHONY:

• Maximum polyphony varies by engine (e.g., SGX-2: 100 voices, CX-3: 200 voices, PolysixEX: 180 voices).

SOUND LIBRARY:

• 21 GB preset waveform data

• 314 MB of preset PCM ROM (1,505 multisamples, 1,388 drum samples)

• Build-in expansion PCM libraries (e.g., EXs6 German D Piano, EXs7 Japanese C Piano, EXs17 SGX-2 Berlin D Piano, etc.)

• Up to 3 GB of PCM RAM available for sampling.

EFFECTS:

• 16 onboard effect processors: 12 Insert effects, 2 Master effects, 2 Total effects

• Effect types: 197

CONTROL FEATURES:

• 8 real-time knobs

• 9 sliders

• 4-way joystick and Vector joystick

• Ribbon controller and two assignable switches

• 3 assignable pedal inputs: damper, switch, and pedal

• Advanced control surface supporting external MIDI devices.

DISPLAY:

• 8-inch SVGA color TouchView display (800 x 600 pixels) with adjustable brightness

SEQUENCING AND RECORDING:

• 16-track MIDI sequencer + 16-track audio recorder

• Audio recording: 16/24-bit uncompressed, 48 kHz sample rate, 4 simultaneous tracks

• KARMA music technology with 2,048 presets and 1,536 user slots

• Drum Track: 718 preset patterns and 1,000 user patterns

CONNECTIVITY:

• Analog outputs: Main L/R, 4 individual outputs, headphone output

• Digital outputs: S/PDIF optical, USB-B (24-bit, 48 kHz, 2-channel audio)

• Analog inputs: 2 x 1/4" TRS balanced, switchable mic/line level

• Digital inputs: S/PDIF optical, USB-B (2-channel audio input)

• MIDI: In, Out, Thru

• USB ports: 2 USB-A (external devices), 1 USB-B (MIDI/audio interface)

STORAGE:

• 120 GB SSD

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

• Smooth sound transitions between program and mode changes

• Set List mode with 128 set lists and 128 slots per set list

• Open Sampling System supporting WAV, AIFF, AKAI, and SoundFont 2.0 formats