Korg KROSS 2 61-Key Synthesizer Workstation (Super Matte Black)

The super matte black Korg KROSS 2 is a mobile synthesizer workstation with a 61-key, velocity-sensitive keyboard. Combining a synth, sequencer, sampler, recorder, and audio interface in one compact and lightweight unit, it provides musicians and composers alike with the tools for writing and recording original music, or for performing as a one-man band or in a group.

The KROSS 2 offers 1000+ preset sounds, 120 voices of polyphony, 134 effects, and 128MB of built-in expansion PCM memory for optional sound libraries as they become available (available separately). The workstation is equipped with a sampling function that provides 16 playable pads for triggering samples or full audio tracks.

For production applications, the KROSS 2 comes with a 16-track MIDI sequencer, a step sequencer, an arpeggiator, and a drum track. A stereo audio recorder enables you to record your performance or overdub an external input source—such as vocals—directly to an SD card (available separately).

The workstation features a user-friendly layout with real-time controls that let you easily access desired sounds and functions on the fly. You can quickly store and recall your favorite programs and combinations, and layers/splits are simple to set up thanks to a dedicated button.

In addition to USB MIDI interface functionality, the USB audio interface enables you to connect the KROSS 2 to your Mac or Windows computer and enjoy DAW recording. You can also use the instrument for playing in conjunction with your iPad or iPhone. The keyboard is powered by either six AA batteries or with the included AC adapter.

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Portable Design for the Gigging Musician
Lightweight (at 8.38 lb) and compact portable workstation
61-key, velocity-sensitive keyboard
Up to seven hours of battery-powered operation from six AA batteries
Super matte black color with a durable rubberized finish
Rear-panel Korg logo is fully illuminated
Rich Selection of Presets
1000+ Preset Sounds
Wide selection of sound programs covers your needs from live performance to studio production
1075 internal sound programs
Multilayered pianos, electric pianos, thick strings, and more
Drum kits, including EDM grooves
120-voice polyphony
Built-In Expansion PCM Memory
128MB of built-in expansion PCM memory
Expandable with optional libraries as they become available (available separately)
EDS-i Sound Engine with Effects
High-quality EDS-i (Enhanced Definition Synthesis-integrated) sound engine
134 effects including delay, reverb, amp modeling, vintage effect units, vocoder, and more
Use a total of seven effect units simultaneously, with five inserts and two masters
Sampling Function and Pad Sampler
Sampling function provides 16 playable pads
Record the input from the Line In jack and assign it to any pad as a stereo sample of up to 14 seconds
Up to four pads can be triggered simultaneously
Edit sample waveforms using functions such as Start/End loop point settings or Normalize
Resample within KROSS 2 to perform extensive sampling without requiring any additional equipment
Long audio files from an SD card can also be assigned to the pads
User-Friendly Layout
Real-Time Control Section
Directly control the main parameters without having to navigate through a menu hierarchy
Provides real-time control of the sounds, effects, and simple editing functions
Use the knobs to quickly control the vocoder settings, or adjust the tempo of the arpeggiator and sequencer
Favorites Function
Register frequently used programs and combinations, and recall them at a single touch
128 favorite locations
Ideal for live players who need quick access to a specific set of sounds on stage
Quick Layer/Split
Layer two sounds or assign separate sounds to the left and right regions of the keyboard
Dedicated Layer/Split button
Category Dial
Helps you quickly find the sounds you’re looking for among the large selection of presets
Choose the general type of sound, such as piano or organ, and then make your selection quickly and efficiently
Audio Player/Recorder
Built-in stereo audio recorder lets you record your KROSS 2 performance, or overdub an external input source such as vocals
Pad Audio Play function enables you to assign recorded sounds or audio files imported from an external source, to each of the 16 pads for playback
Strike a pad to play back the backing of an entire song while you perform on the keyboard
Use the pads to trigger sound effects or background music
Allows extended recording and playback that is limited only by the capacity of the SD card
Sequencer
16-Track MIDI Sequencer
Sequencer records your keyboard performance and controller movements as MIDI data
Allows you to record your pad sampler performance
Ideal for recording musical ideas or sketching songs
Step Sequencer
Use the 16 pads to intuitively and quickly create original rhythm patterns with up to 64 steps
Drum Track
Choose from 772 preset drum patterns in a wide variety of styles
Add rhythm to your performance simply by pressing a button
Arpeggiator
Helps spark your imagination and generate song ideas
Simply hold down keys to create rhythmic chords, bass phrases, or guitar strumming
Microphone Input/Line Input/Vocoder
Mic input with 1/4″ TS phone jack lets you plug a dynamic mic directly in the keyboard
Eliminates the need for a separate mixer when performing live
Built-in vocoder function—easily perform vocoder sounds with quick access via the real-time control section
Line input with 1/8″ stereo mini jack, for connecting your audio player or for sampling
USB Audio/MIDI Interface
Connect the KROSS 2 to your Mac or Windows computer and enjoy DAW recording
The Korg Module (available separately) sound module app can be used as an external sound module played from the KROSS 2
Perform along with the backing of tracks you created using the Korg Gadget DAW app (available separately)
Dedicated KROSS 2 Editor and Plug-In Editor (free downloads, available separately) let you edit while viewing numerous parameters at a glance on your computer, or allow you to use the KROSS 2 as a software synthesizer from within your DAW

In the Box
Korg KROSS 2 61-Key Synthesizer Workstation (Super Matte Black)
AC Adapter
1-Year Warranty