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Korg Krome EX 88 Specifications

Keyboard

Keyboard

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  • Keyboard Type

    NH (Natural Weighted Hammer Action) keyboard. Velocity sensitive is supported, after touch is not supported
    Standard A0 - C8 (transposable in the range [A-1...C7]-[A1...C9])
    The NH keyboard reproduces the touch of an acoustic piano, with a heavier feel in the low register and a lighter feel in the upper register

  • Tone Generating Technology

    EDS-X (Enhanced Definition Synthesis-eXpanded)

System Requirements

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  • Mac System Requirements

    Mac OS X 10.5 or Later
    Intel Mac Supported
    USB Port Supported: Mac OS X 10.6 or Later
    Later Core Duo Recommended
    Memory: >512MB (at Least 1GB Recommended)
    Monitor: 1024 x 768, at Least 32,000 Colors
    Available USB Port

  • Windows System Requirements

    Windows Vista SP2 / 7 (all editions)
    CPU: Intel Pentium 4, >1 GHz
    Later Core Duo recommended
    Memory: >512MB (1GB Recommended)
    Monitor: 1,024 x 768, at Least 16-Bit Color
    Available USB Port

  • Maximum Polyphony

    120 voices (120 Oscillators) / Single Mode, 60 voices (120 Oscillators) / Double Mode

  • PCM Memory

    4GB (In case of 48 kHz, 16-bit Linear PCM converted)
    728 multisamples (including 44 Stereo multi-samples)
    2,502 drumsamples (including 574 Stereo Drumsamples )

  • Program

    Oscillator:
    OSC1 (Single); OSC1 + 2 (Double): Stereo multisamples are supported 8 velocity zones per oscillator with switching, crossfades and layers
    Filters:
    Four types of filter routing (single, serial, parallel, 24 dB). Two multi-mode filters per oscillator (low pass, high pass, band pass, band reject)
    Driver:
    Per-voice nonlinear driver and low boost
    EQ:
    Three bands, with sweepable mid

  • Program (Cont.)

    Modulation:
    For each oscillator, two envelope generators (Filter & Amp), two LFOs, two key tracking generators (Filter & Amp), two AMS mixers, Pitch EG, Common LFO, two common key tracking generators

  • Combination

    Timbre Number
    Max 16. For each Timbre, keyboard and velocity split/layer/crossfades
    Modifications to the program settings via the Tone Adjust function

  • Drum Kit

    Stereo and mono drum samples. 8 velocity zones switch (crossfades and layers)

  • User Combination

    768 Combination (512 Preload)

  • User Program

    1536 Program (896 Preload)

  • User Drum Kit

    80 Drum Kit (48 Preload)

  • Preset Program

    256 GM2 Program + 9 GM2 Drums Program

Effects

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  • Insert Effects

    5 Insert Effects (stereo in/out)

  • Master Effects

    2 Master Effects (stereo in/out)

  • Total Effect

    1 Total Effect (stereo in/out)

  • Timbre/Track EQ

    3-band EQ per in 1 Timbre / in 1 Track

  • Effect Types

    193 types (Usable as insert, master or total effects. However, double-size effects cannot be used as a total effect.)

  • Modulation

    Dynamic Modulation, 2 Common LFO

  • Effects Control Busses

    Stereo side chain (Limiter, Gate, Vocoder etc.)

  • Effect Preset

    32 preset per effect

Polyphonic Arpeggiator

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  • Program Mode

    1 unit

  • Combination, Sequencer Mode

    2 units are available

  • Number of pattern

    5 preset Arpeggio pattern, 1,088 User Arpeggio pattern (960 Preload)

Drum Track

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  • Preset Patterns

    710 patterns (Common with the preset pattern of the Sequencer mode)

  • User Patterns

    1,000 patterns (Pattern created in Sequencer mode can be converted to drum track user pattern)

  • Others

    Configurable "Trigger Mode / Sync / Zone"

Sequencer

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  • Tracks

    16-track + 1 master track

  • Number of Songs

    128 Songs

  • Resolution

    1/480 PPQ

  • Tempo

    40.00 - 300.00 (1/100 BPM resolution)

  • Maximum memory

    210,000 MIDI events

  • Template Songs

    16 preset / 16 user template songs

  • Cue List function

    20 Cue List
    Songs can be arranged consecutively or repeatedly in up to 99 steps, a cue list can be converted back into a song

  • Pattern/RPPR

    710 Preset / 100 User pattern (Per song). 1 pattern set per song

  • Format

    KORG (KROME) format, SMF format 0 and 1

  • Media

    Load, Save, Utility, Data filer functionality (Save and Load MIDI System Exclusive Data)

Controllers

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  • Controllers

    Joystick, SW [1], SW [2]

  • Realtime Control

    [SELECT] Switch: TONE, USER, ARP
    4 Knobs: Modulation, User, Arpeggio control

  • Drum Track

    [DRUM TRACK] Switch: On/Off

  • Arpeggiator

    [ARP] Switch: On/Off

User Interface

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  • Display

    Touch view graphical User Interface, 7 -inch Color TFT LCD, 800 x 480 pixel, Onboard LCD brightness control

  • Mode Switches

    [COMBI], [PROG], [SEQ], [GLOBAL], [MEDIA] Switch

  • VALUE controllers

    [VALUE] Dial, [INC], [DEC] Switches, 10 key block ([0] - [9], [-], [.], [ENTER], [COMPARE])

  • BANK Switches

    [A], [B], [C], [D], [E], [F] switches (in Combination mode, [A], [B], [C], [D] switches are available)

  • SEQUENCER switches

    [PAUSE], [REW], [FF], [LOCATE], [REC], [START/STOP]

  • TEMPO

    TEMPO

  • Others

    [PAGE] switch, [WRITE] switch, [EXIT] switch, [VOLUME] knob, Contrast knob

Outputs

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  • Audio Output, L/Mono, R

    6.3mm (Mono) Phone jack, Unbalanced
    Output Impedance: 1.1[kOhms] (L / Mono terminal: in case of Mono output, = 550[Ohms])
    Maximum level: +16.0 [dBu], Load Impedance: more than 10 [kOhms]

  • Headphone Output

    3.5mm Stereo phone jack
    Output Impedance: 33[Ohms]
    Maximum level: 60 + 60 [mW] (In case of 33[Ohms] Loaded)

Control Input

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  • Control Input

    DAMPER (Half Damper supported), ASSIGNABLE SWITCH, ASSIGNABLE PEDAL

  • MIDI

    IN, OUT

  • USB

    USB-MIDI Interface (TYPE B) x 1

  • SD Card Slot

    Max 2GB / SD Memory Card is supported
    Max: 32GB/ SDHC Memory Card is supported (SDXC Memory Card is not supported)

  • Power

    Power supply (DC12V 3.5A), POWER switch

  • Power Consumption

    13W

General

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  • Dimensions (WxDxH)

    1448 x 383 x 131mm (57.01 x 15.08 x 5.16")

  • Weight

    14.7kg (32.41 lbs)

About Korg Krome EX 88-Key Music Workstation Natural Weighted Hammer Action Keyboard

Before you dive into the world of music production, consider the Krome EX 88-Key Music Workstation, a sleek and modern synthesizer designed for professional musicians and producers. This versatile, high-quality keyboard features a natural weighted hammer action, offering a realistic and responsive playing experience that mimics the feel of an acoustic piano.

The Krome EX 88-Key Music Workstation is more than just a keyboard; it's a comprehensive music production tool. It comes pre-loaded with new programs and PCM data, providing a vast array of sounds and options for creating and producing music. Whether you're crafting EDM tracks or composing for a film score, this workstation has the sounds you need to bring your musical vision to life.

This workstation is designed for longevity, with standard sounds that never grow old. It boasts a rich collection of over 2,500 drum samples, including the notable "Jazz Ambience Drums" kit, which delivers a new level of clarity and realism. The workstation also features three types of electric pianos, each with eight velocity levels for faithful expression response.

The Krome EX 88-Key Music Workstation is not just about sounds; it's also about usability. It features a large 800 x 480 pixel TouchView Color display, allowing you to easily change sounds or edit parameters with a simple touch. The workstation also offers USB and SD storage options, making it easy to transfer MIDI data to your computer or manage your data files with an SD card.

In addition to its impressive sound library, the Krome EX 88-Key Music Workstation also offers a suite of creative tools. It features dual polyphonic arpeggiators, which can generate everything from guitar riffs to drum patterns. It also includes a 16-track sequencer, an Auto Song Setup function, and a Realtime Pattern/Play Recording feature, providing everything you need to create, perform, and record music.

With its professional-grade features and intuitive design, the Krome EX 88-Key Music Workstation is a powerful tool for any musician or producer. Whether you're performing on stage or producing in the studio, this workstation offers the sounds, tools, and versatility you need to create high-quality music.

What's in the box:

  • Korg Krome EX 88-Key Music Workstation Natural Weighted Hammer Action Keyboard
  • AC Adapter
  • Power Cable
  • Original Box
  • Item Note: There is a dent on the corner on top of the midi out port