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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?RAYMOND P : Best poly synth in the price range .jesse R : because its amazing synthesizerJonathan A : Great deal! Replacing my minilogue and wavestation with this beast.Hayden J : Great price!!!James R : It's really niceMATT B : Been watching this model for a long time. Really enjoy playing my Minilogue, but needed more voices, full-size keys, more effects, and split voicing.

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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

    4959112175198

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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!

Experience the unparalleled sonic power of the Korg Prologue - Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer (16-Voice). This sleek and sophisticated synthesizer is the new-generation flagship of Korg's renowned analog synthesizer line. Building on the success of its predecessors, the four-voice polyphonic minilogue and the monophonic monologue, the Prologue introduces a full-sized keyboard and a multi-engine design that combines the best of analog and digital sound creation.

The Prologue is a versatile instrument, offering 16-voice or 8-voice analog sound options. Its innovative design incorporates 11,000 discrete electronic components, resulting in a synthesizer that is not only powerful but also intuitive and accessible. The Prologue's pure analog path, high-quality sound, and distinctive presence set it apart from other poly synths on the market.

The Prologue's sound design capabilities are further enhanced by its newly developed multi-engine. This feature adds digital waveforms and FM to the synthesizer's analog VCOs, expanding its sonic potential beyond traditional analog synthesizers. The Prologue also includes a noise generator, a VPM (Variable Phase Modulation) / FM oscillator, and a user oscillator section, allowing for a wide range of sound effects and complex overtones.

The Prologue also features high-quality digital effects, with two effect units offering a variety of options such as chorus, ensemble, warm tape delay, and diverse reverbs. The synthesizer also offers user-customization options, with an SDK (Software Development Kit) that allows users to program, customize, and extend the capabilities of the multi-engine and digital effects.

The Prologue's design is as stylish as it is functional. Its black aluminum front panel features a beautiful hairline finish, while its metal knobs, diamond-cut silver indices, and oak wood side panels emphasize the high quality of this Made In Japan instrument. The Prologue's high-quality Japanese-made natural touch keyboard ensures a high degree of expressive power, making this synthesizer a joy to play.

Whether you're a professional musician looking for a reliable and versatile instrument for stage, studio, home, or touring use, or a music enthusiast seeking to explore the vast world of analog synthesis, the Korg Prologue - Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer (16-Voice) offers a unique combination of high-quality sound, innovative features, and sophisticated design.

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

  • High-quality polyphonic analog synthesizer with 16 voices for a wide range of sound creation
  • Innovative multi-engine design combining analog and digital waveforms for expanded sonic potential
  • Offers high-quality digital effects with two effect units for added sound polish

What's in the box:

  • Korg Prologue 16 Polyphonic 61-Key 16-Voice Analog Synthesizer
  • AC Power Cable
  • Korg 1 Year Parts and Labor Warranty