Korg KRONOS388

The KORG KRONOS 88-Key Music Workstation is the ultimate instrument for musicians who demand the highest level of playability and performance. Featuring the acclaimed RH3 (Real Weighted Hammer Action) keyboard, it offers an authentic piano feel with graded touch"heavier in the lower registers and lighter in the upper"for expressive, nuanced performances. This makes it ideal for classical pianists, session players, and stage performers who require the tactile precision of a grand piano.

The 88-key version is packed with the full power of the KRONOS series, including nine distinct sound engines and a massive library of professional-grade sounds. Its 8-inch color TouchView display ensures intuitive control, while advanced real-time controls"such as knobs, sliders, and joysticks"empower musicians to customize and adapt their sound effortlessly. Housed in a durable powder-coated metal body with refined black wood side panels, the 88-key KRONOS is as elegant as it is robust. Whether for live performances or intricate studio productions, this flagship workstation is a versatile and reliable choice for professionals who seek an immersive playing experience.

• Full-Sized Weighted Keys: RH3 Real Weighted Hammer Action for an authentic piano feel with graded zones.

• 9 Sound Engines: Includes premium acoustic pianos, electric pianos, and advanced synthesizers for versatile sound creation.

• Extensive Sound Library: Thousands of preloaded sounds with expandable options via KRONOS Sound Libraries.

• Real-Time Performance Controls: Intuitive knobs, sliders, and an 8-inch color touch display for seamless control.

• Smooth Sound Transitions: Effortlessly switch between sounds during performances without interruptions.

• Elegant and Durable Design: Powder-coated metal body with refined wood side panels for a premium look and feel.

• Powerful Music Production Tools: Built-in sequencer, KARMA technology, and drum tracks for professional compositions.

• Flexible Connectivity: USB, MIDI, and audio ports for easy integration with other devices and controllers.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• KRONOS System Version 3.2

• Keyboard: 88-key RH3 (Real Weighted Hammer Action 3) with graded hammer action

• Dimensions: 1,457 x 370 x 148 mm (57.36" x 14.57" x 5.83")

• Weight: 23.4 kg (51.59 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