Korg MS-20 Mini Monophonic Analog Synthesizer, 2 Oscillators, 37 Mini-Keys
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Used Korg MS-20 Mini Monophonic Analog Synthesizer, 2 Oscillators, 37 Mini-Keys

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Key Features

  • Unleash vintage synth sounds with the Korg MS-20 Mini's classic analog circuitry.
  • Explore sound design with 37 mini-keys, perfect for expressive synth performances.
  • Craft unique sounds using dual oscillators & a versatile patch panel for modular synthesis.
  • Shape your tone with high/low pass filters, ideal for sculpting powerful synth textures.
  • Connect to your favorite gear via MIDI and USB for seamless studio integration.
  • Experience legendary Korg build quality in a compact, portable monophonic synthesizer.
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Korg MS-20 Specifications

  • Keyboard

    37-note mini keyboard

  • Polyphony

    Monophonic

  • Multitimbral

    No

  • Synthesis Method

    Voltage controlled analog

  • Control Section 1

    Voltage Controlled Oscillator 1 (VCO 1)
    Scale: 32, 16, 8, 4' (6 octaves, +cent, -cent)
    Waveform: Triangle, Sawtooth, PW-Square, White Noise, (x 4 modes)
    Pulse Width Adjust: 1:1 to 1:Infinity
    Voltage Controlled Oscillator 2 (VCO 2)
    Scale: 16, 8, 4, 2' (6 octaves, +cent, -cent)
    Waveform: Sawtooth, Square, Pulse, Ring Modulator, (x 4 modes)
    Pitch: +/-1 Octave
    VCO Master Control
    Master Tune: +/- 100 cents

  • Control Section 2

    Portamento: Maximum 10 s
    Frequency Modulation Intensity by MG/T.EXT: -5V to +5V
    Frequency Modulation Intensity by EG1/EXT: -5V to 0V
    VCO Mixer
    VCO 1 Level
    VCO 2 Level
    Voltage Controlled High Pass Filter (VCF HPF)
    Cutoff Frequency: 50 Hz to 15 kHz
    Peak: Flat to self OSC
    Cutoff Frequency Modulation Intensity by MG/T.EXT: -5V to +5V
    Cutoff Frequency Modulation Intensity by EG2/EXT: -5V to +5V

  • Control Section 3

    Voltage Controlled Low Pass Filter (VCF LPF)
    Cutoff Frequency: 50 Hz to 15 kHz
    Peak: Flat to self OSC
    Cutoff Frequency Modulation Intensity by MG/T.EXT: -5V to +5V
    Cutoff Frequency Modulation Intensity by EG2/EXT: -5V to +5V
    Envelope Generator 1
    Delay Time: 10 s
    Attack Time: 10 s
    Release Time: 10 s
    Envelope Generator 2
    Hold Time: 20 s
    Attack Time: 10 s
    Decay Time: 10 s
    Sustain Time: 10 s
    Release Time: 10 s
    Modulation Generator (LFO)

  • Control Section 4

    Waveform: Positive Sawtooth - Triangle - Negative Sawtooth, Wide Pulse - Square - Narrow Pulse
    Frequency: 0.1 Hz to 20 Hz
    Manual Controller
    Control Wheel (center click)
    Momentary Switch --> Ground
    Power switch and Volume
    Volume
    Indicators
    Keyboard Trigger LED
    Modulation Generator Rate LED
    Power On LED

  • External Signal Processor 1

    Control Section
    Input Signal Level
    Low Cut Frequency: 50 Hz to 2.5 kHz
    High Cut Frequency: 100 Hz to 5 kHz
    CV Adjust
    Threshold Level
    Input and Output
    Signal In
    Amplifier Out
    Band Pass Filter Out
    CV Out: 0 to +8.4V
    ENV Out: 0 to +5V
    Trig Out: +5V --> Ground

  • External Signal Processor 2

    Indicators
    Peak Indicator LED
    Trigger Indicator LED
    Control Section
    Input Signal Level
    Low Cut Frequency: 50 Hz to 2.5 kHz vHigh Cut Frequency: 100 Hz to 5 kHz
    CV Adjust
    Threshold Level
    Input and Output
    Signal In
    Amplifier Out
    Band Pass Filter Out
    CV Out: 0 to +8.4V
    ENV Out: 0 to +5V
    Trig Out: +5V --> Ground
    Indicators
    Peak Indicator LED
    Trigger Indicator LED

  • Patch Panel 1

    Keyboard
    Keyboard Control Voltage Output (Exponential): 0 to +8V
    Keyboard Trigger Output: +5V --> Ground
    VCO-1 + VCO-2 Control Voltage Input (Linear Response): 0 - +8V
    VCO-2 Control Voltage Input (Linear Response): 0 - +8V
    VCO
    VCO-1 + VCO-2 External Frequency Control Input (Oct/V): -5V to +5V
    VCF
    External Signal Input: 3Vp-p maximum
    External High Pass Filter Cutoff Frequency Control Input (2 Oct/V): -5V to +5V

  • Patch Panel 2

    External Low Pass Filter Cutoff Frequency Control Input (2 Oct/V): -5V to +5V
    VCO + VCF
    Total External Modulation Input (T.EX): -5V to +5V
    VCA
    External Initial Gain Control Input: 0 to +5V
    EG
    EG 1 Envelope Signal Normal Output: -5V to 0V
    EG 1 Envelope Signal Reverse Output: +5V to 0V
    EG 1 + EG 2 Trigger Input: --> Ground
    EG 1 Trigger Input: --> Ground
    EG 2 Envelope Signal Reverse Output: +5V to 0V
    MG

  • Patch Panel 3

    Triangle Output: Positive Sawtooth - Triangle - Negative Sawtooth (5Vp-p)
    Rectangle Output: Wide Pulse - Square - Narrow Pulse (0 to +5V)
    Noise Generator
    Pink Noise Output: 5Vp-p
    White Noise Output: 5Vp-p
    Sample and Hold
    Clock Trigger Input: --> Ground

  • Patch Panel 4

    Sample Signal Input: 5Vp-p maximum
    S/H Output: 5Vp-p maximum
    Modulation VCA
    Control Voltage Input: 0 to +5V)
    Signal Input: -5V to +5V
    Signal Output: -5V to +5V
    Manual controller
    Control Wheel Output: -5V <-- 0V --> +5V
    Momentary Switch Output: --> Ground

  • Connectors

    1 x 1/8" (3.5 mm) TS mono mini Signal Output (2Vp-p, output impedance 3.5kohm)
    1 x 1/8" (3.5 mm) TS mono mini External Signal Input
    1 x 1/8" (3.5 mm) TRS stereo mini Headphone
    1 x 5-pin DIN MIDI In
    1 x USB Type B

  • Power Requirements

    9V DC via included external power supply
    9W consumption

  • Dimensions (WxDxH)

    19.4x10.1x8.2" / 49.27x25.65x25.65 cm

  • Weight

    10.6 lbs / 4.80 kg

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About Korg MS-20 Mini Monophonic Analog Synthesizer, 2 Oscillators, 37 Mini-Keys

Korg MS-20 Mini Monophonic Analog Synthesizer, 2 Oscillators, 37 Mini-Keys Features

  • Miniature MS-20 featuring a complete replica of the original analog circuitry at 86% of the original size
  • Overseen by the engineers of the original MS-20
  • Incorporates a dual VCO (Voltage Controlled Oscillator), dual VCA (Voltage Controlled Amplifier), dual VCF (Voltage Controlled Filter), dual EG (Envelope Generator) and a single LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) structure
  • Self-oscillating high-pass/low-pass filters with distinctive distortion
  • External signal processor (ESP)
  • Extremely flexible patching system
  • MIDI In and USB connector
  • Replicates every detail of the original, down to the package binding and the included manual

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Key Features

  • Unleash vintage synth sounds with the Korg MS-20 Mini's classic analog circuitry.
  • Explore sound design with 37 mini-keys, perfect for expressive synth performances.
  • Craft unique sounds using dual oscillators & a versatile patch panel for modular synthesis.
  • Shape your tone with high/low pass filters, ideal for sculpting powerful synth textures.
  • Connect to your favorite gear via MIDI and USB for seamless studio integration.
  • Experience legendary Korg build quality in a compact, portable monophonic synthesizer.

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