Korg Prologue - Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer (16-Voice) Bundle with Keyboard Stand, Sustain Pedal, H&A Closed-Back Studio Monitor Headphones

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2019-12-18T08:41:02

Rated 5 out of 5

Totally underrated synth!

People compare this unfavorably to the Rev2, but their arguments come down to comparing bulleted lists rather than using the synth as an instrument. This synth has great sound design features, not least of which are the user-loadable digital oscillators and effects. The tuning problem that people complain about was totally fixed by a firmware upgrade. Mine shipped without the upgrade, I experienced the problem, ran the upgrade, and now it's fine! Don't hestiate

Michael B.

2019-12-18T07:46:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Sounds Wonderful

A thing of beauty. Sounds wonderful!

Kelvin P.

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Korg Prologue 16 Specifications

Keyboard

Keyboard

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  • Keyboard

    61 keys (Natural touch keyboard with velocity)

Sound Generation

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  • Sound Generation

    Analogue sound generator + Multi digital sound generator (Noise, VPM, User)

Maximum Polyphony

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  • Maximum Polyphony

    16 voices

Programs

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  • Programs

    500 voices (more than 250 preload, 250 user programs)
    Each program provides a program sort function that includes voice mode and timbre settings, and allows up to 8 x 4 banks of live set programs to be registered

Voice Mode

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  • Voice Mode

    4 (POLY, MONO, UNISON, CHORD)
    The VOICE MODE DEPTH setting allows different parameters to be varied for each mode

Arpeggiator

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  • Arpeggiator

    6 types (Manual, Rise, Fall, Rise Fall, Random, Poly Random)
    Tempo and note range can be changed

Program Sort

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  • Program Sort

    8 (PROG NUM, CATEGORY, ALPHABETICAL, LIKE, FREQUENT, ENVELOPE, RANDOM, LIVE SET)

Main Synth Parameters

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  • VCO1

    WAVE (SAW, TRIANGLE, SQUARE), OCTAVE, PITCH, SHAPE

  • VCO2

    WAVE (SAW, TRIANGLE, SQUARE), OCTAVE, PITCH, SHAPE

  • MODULATION

    PITCH EG (ALL, VCO1+2, VCO2), PITCN EG INT, SYNC, RING, CROSS MOD DEPTH

  • MULTI ENGINE

    NOISE/VPM/USER, OCTAVE, TYPE, SHAPE

  • MIXER

    VCO1, VCO2, MULTI

  • VCF

    CUTOFF, RESONANCE, EG INT, DRIVE, LOW CUT, KEYTRACK

  • AMP EG

    ATTACK, DECAY, SUSTAIN, RELEASE

  • EG

    ATTACK, DECAY, SUSTAIN, RELEASE

  • LFO

    WAVE (SAW, TRIANGLE, SQUARE), MODE (FAST, SLOW, BPM), RATE, INT, TARGET (PITCH, SHAPE, CUTOFF)

Main Effect Parameters

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  • MOD EFFECTS

    OFF/ON/SELECT (CHORUS, ENSEMBLE, PHASER, FLANGER, USER), SPEED, DEPTH

  • DELAY/REVERB

    OFF/DELAY/REVERB, TIME, DEPTH

  • L.F. COMP (prologue-16 only)

    OFF/ON, GAIN

Multi Engine

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  • Noise Generator

    4 types

  • VPM oscillator

    16 types

  • User oscillator

    16 slots

MOD Effects

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  • CHORUS

    8 types

  • ENSEMBLE

    3 types

  • PHASER

    8 types

  • FLANGER

    8 types

  • USER

    16 slots

Delay/Reverb

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  • DELAY

    8 types

  • REVERB

    8 types

Controls

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  • Controls

    Wheels: Modulation wheel that can modify different parameters for each program, pitch wheel
    Knobs: PORTAMENTO knob, VOICE SPREAD knob (only on prologue-16)

Display

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  • Main

    Real-time OLED oscilloscope provides visual feedback of parameter changes

  • MULTI ENGINE section

    7 segments x 6 digit LED display

Input/Output connectors

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  • Input/Output connectors

    Headphone jack (Stereo phone jack)
    OUTPUT L/MONO, R jacks (monaural phone jack unbalanced)
    SYNC IN jack (3.5 mm [1/8"] mini jack, maximum input level 20 V)
    SYNC OUT jack (3.5 mm [1/8"] mini jack, output level 5 V)
    MIDI IN jack
    MIDI OUT jack
    USB B jack
    EXPRESSION jack
    DAMPER jack (half damper is not supported)

General

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  • Power Supply

    AC Power Supply terminal

  • Power Consumption

    38W

  • Dimensions (WxDxH)

    34.41 x 13.70 x 4.65" (87.40 x 34.80 x 11.81cm)

  • Weight

    9.1kg (20.06 lbs)

  • UPC Code

    192223199293

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About Korg Prologue 16

FEATURED REVIEWS

Totally underrated synth!

By Michael B.

People compare this unfavorably to the Rev2, but their arguments come down to comparing bulleted lists rather than using the synth as an instrument. This synth has great sound design features, not least of which are the user-loadable digital oscillators and effects. The tuning problem that people complain about was totally fixed by a firmware upgrade. Mine shipped without the upgrade, I experienced the problem, ran the upgrade, and now it's fine! Don't hestiate

Sounds Wonderful

By Kelvin P.

A thing of beauty. Sounds wonderful!

Just imagine the limitless possibilities with the Prologue - Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer (16-Voice) Bundle. This professional-grade, high-quality synthesizer is the ultimate tool for musicians, producers, and sound enthusiasts. It's not just a synthesizer; it's a comprehensive music production solution that includes a durable keyboard stand, versatile sustain pedal, and innovative H&A Closed-Back Studio Monitor Headphones.

The Prologue is a new-generation flagship analog synthesizer, a fully-programmable, full-featured, professional synthesizer that's the culmination of KORG's analog synthesizer development in recent years. It's the long-awaited debut of the flagship Prologue, a polyphonic analog synthesizer equipped with a full-sized, 61-key keyboard.

This synthesizer is powered by robust analog circuits descended directly from the earlier models of the series, along with a newly developed digital multi-engine and stunning DSP-based effects. The Prologue expands the variety of sounds and possibilities for user customization, making it capable of sounds that go beyond existing analog synthesizers.

The Prologue is a polyphonic analog synthesizer with 16 multitimbral voices, designed using 11,000 discrete electronic components. It features a pure analog path, impeccable sound quality, and a stunning presence unlike any other poly synth. Its intuitive interface grants you easy access to a vast world of analog synthesis.

The ingenuity of the Prologue goes beyond its analog design. The newly developed multi-engine is provided as VCO3, adding digital waveforms and FM. This multi-engine, equipped with three different sound engines, can be combined with the analog VCOs to expand the Prologue's sonic potential far beyond that of a traditional analog synthesizer.

The Prologue offers an SDK (Software Development Kit) that allows developers to program, customize and extend the capabilities of the multi-engine and digital effects. It provides 16 user oscillator slots and 16 user effect slots, and users can use the Prologue Librarian software to load into their Prologue new oscillators and effect programs created by developers with the Prologue SDK.

The Prologue is a two-timbre synthesizer that lets you play two different programs simultaneously. In addition to layer and split, you can use crossfade to smoothly transition between the main timbre and sub timbre. An ample 16 voices ensure that the player's advanced performance needs will be met.

The Prologue is also equipped with a powerful arpeggiator that opens up a world of limitless inspiration. It provides a four-octave range and six arpeggiator types including manual set. From phrases that could not be performed on a keyboard to sequence-like sound designs, the arpeggiator can play a versatile array of roles.

The Prologue's body emanates beauty and the presence of a boutique synth, redefining the look of a classic synthesizer. The black aluminum front panel features the same curvature as the minilogue and sports a beautiful hairline finish. Metal knobs with a sense of weight, diamond-cut silver indices, and oak wood side panels are some of the details that emphasize the high quality of this Made In Japan instrument.

In conclusion, the Prologue - Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer (16-Voice) Bundle is a comprehensive, high-quality, and versatile solution for all your music production and performance needs. It's more than just a synthesizer; it's a complete setup for creating and producing music.

Korg Prologue 16 Features

  • 16/8-voice analog synthesizer circuit
  • Newly developed multi-engine equipped with three types: noise, VPM and user
  • High-quality digital effects
  • An open API (Application Programming Interface) for user-created oscillators and effects
  • Newly developed L.F. COMP. (Low Frequency Compressor) analog effect (prologue-16 only)
  • Bi-timbre support
  • Voice modes that allow voices to be flexibly recombined
  • Arpeggiator equipped with a variety of types and range settings
  • Program Sort allows rapid access to 500 programs
  • Japanese-made high-quality natural touch keyboard
  • Oscilloscope function shows the waveform visually
  • Tough and stylish body made of aluminum and wood
  • Sync with another groove machine to enjoy jam sessions
  • Lineup includes a 16-voice 61-key model and an eight-voice 49-key model

Key Features

  • Flagship Prologue Polyphonic Synthesizer with 16 multitimbral voices for expansive sound creation
  • Innovative digital multi-engine with VCO3 for hybrid analog-digital synthesis capabilities
  • User-customizable with 16 oscillator slots and 16 effect slots, expandable via Prologue SDK

What's in the box:

  • Korg Prologue
  • Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer
  • Korg Limited 1-Year Warranty
  • H&A Closed-Back Studio Monitor Headphones
  • Keyboard X-Style Stand
  • Keyboard Sustain Pedal