Korg KROSS 2 Keyboard Synthesizer Workstation, 61-Key

A cross between a performance synth and a production workstation, the 61-key Korg KROSS 2 fits 1075 gig-ready presets and a sequencer into a 9-pound package.

Korg TR61 61-Key Synth Workstation

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64MB PCM ROM. Portable SD card data storage.

Korg TR61 61-Key Synth Workstation

Tone Generator: HI synthesis system, 48kHz sampling frequency, 64MByte PCM ROM, 470 multi-samples + 518 drum samples

Polyphony: 62 voices, 62 oscillators (single mode)/31 voices, 62 oscillators (double mode)

Keyboard:
61 keys and 76 keys; velocity and aftertouch sensing

Effect Section:
Stereo digital multi-effect system--all usable simultaneously
2 Master effects (mono in, stereo out)
1 Insert effect (stereo in/out)
Master EQ (3-band stereo)

Number of Effects: 89 (available for insert effects or master effects)

Programs/Combinations: 512 programs/384 combinations/24 Drumkits, GM - 128 programs + 9 drum kits (ROM)

Sequencer:
16 timbres, 16 tracks, resolution 1/192,
150 preset drum patterns/100 user patterns (for each song),
200 songs, 20 cue lists,
Maximum capacity: 200,000 notes,
Supports TR/TRITON format (.SNG file), Standard MIDI Files (format 0 and 1)

Dual Arpeggiators: Two arpeggiators, useable simultaneously (Combination, Sequencer modes),
5 preset arpeggio patterns; 216 user arpeggio patterns (200 preloaded)

RPPR (Realtime Pattern Play/Recording) Function: One set available for each song.

Controllers: Joystick, 2 assignable switches, 4 assignable knobs, Audition switch, Category switch.

Control Inputs: Assignable switch/pedal, Damper (half/damper supported)

Outputs: MAIN=L/MONO, R, Individual-1, 2, Headphone

SD Card/MEDIA Mode Functions: Load, Save, Utility, Data filer functions (Save/Load of MIDI exclusive data)
CD-ROM (ISO9660 level 1, AKAI S-100/3000 format) loading available (when EXB-SMPL installed)

Media Slot:
SD card slot
2.7~3.6 V compatible
16 MB~1 GB memory capacities supported

USB:
USB-B connector (USB ver.1.1 supported)

MIDI: IN, OUT, THRU

Graphical User Interface: 240 x 64 pixel LCD display with back-light

Power Consumption: 13 W (when EXB-SMPL and 2/32 MB SIMMs are installed)

Dimensions (W x D x H):
61-key: 41.14 x 11.89 x 3.74 in. (1,045 x 302 x 95 mm)
76-key: 49.53 x 11.89 x 3.74 in. (1,258 x 302 x 95 mm)

Weight:
61-key: 7.8 kg (17.2 lbs.)
76-key: 9.2 kg (20.28 lbs.)

Accessories (Included): AC/AC power supply

EXB-SMPL Sampling Upgrade (sold separately):
48 kHz, 16-bit linear
Memory capacity=64MB* (when 2/32 MB SIMMs installed, 16 MB SIMM included with the EXB-SMPL)

4,000 samples / 1,000 multisamples (128 indexes are available per multisample), Time Slice, Time Stretch/Compress, other editing functions

AIFF, WAVE, AKAI (S3000/S1000 samples and mapped multisamples only), Korg format sample data loading are available

Sample data exporting as AIFF, WAVE format available

*User-installable. Use 16 MB or 32 MB 72-pin SIMM modules that are either Fast Page or EDO-compatible, with an access speed of 60 nsec or faster, 11-bit addressing required. For details refer to a TR dealer near you.

Note: Specifications subject to change without notice.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 631-390-6800
Web: https://www.korgusa.com/support

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (122 ratings)
Submitted February 9, 2006 by a customer from hotmail.com

"This is a great instrument but it will be great if Korg gives us a new Triton with more programs and combinations than the LE or"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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The Triton series will last for at least another five years, after that, hopefully we will have something new that will offer things we can not imagine now, and at a reasonable price.
Sound
Great sounds but only a few are new. Most come from LE and Extreme.
Features
Go inside the system, Needs nothing from the outside.
Quality
No problem here.
Value
A lot of great features for the price.
Manufacturer Support
Really poor in Mexico City.
The Wow Factor
I do not give a damm for looks.

Musical Background:

Active electronic musician.

Musical Style:

Electronic.
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