Name: KORG KROSS 2 61 SYNTHESIZER WORKSTATION
SKU: KROSS2-61
Availability: BackOrder

A state-of-the-art platform with ever greater functionality.
The mobile synthesizer workstation that does everything.
KROSS 2, the long-awaited successor of the KROSS, is a compact, portable workstation with a huge range of sounds. While maintaining its identity as ultra-lightweight, compact, and capable of running on batteries, this new model dramatically enhances KROSS’s sounds and functionality. In addition to a total of more than a thousand preset sounds, expansion PCM memory has been newly added. Also new is a pad sampler that allows full-fledged sampling, and USB audio/MIDI interface functionality. The color scheme is even more stylish, and the user interface allows intuitive operation even by beginners.

Effortlessly select the sound that you want to play, shape it to match your imagination, sample a sound, create phrases and rhythms, record your vocal or guitar, bring KROSS 2 on stage, and perform. Whatever you artistic vision, you can make it happen. KROSS 2 is a versatile synthesizer platform made with creative freedom in mind.

Korg Kross 2 61 Synth Workstation Features:

Great-feeling 61-key synth-action keybed
Pro-quality EDS-i sound engine built-in, with a total of seven effects available simultaneously
1075 killer presets, including amazing piano, EP, and drum patches
Includes Sweetwater-exclusive KR2-B3 Organ and Bonus Banks
120 voices of polyphony eliminates note stealing
Many sounds utilize twice as much PCM memory as previous instruments
Powerful sampling engine and sample trigger pads
Ideal for a broad range of musical styles
Extremely lightweight (under 10 pounds); may be powered by 6 AA batteries
Ideal for a broad range of musical styles
Sound Selector makes it easy to find the sound you’re looking for
Favorites function lets you register 64 sounds or audio songs for one-touch access during gigs
External input jacks let you connect a mic or external audio source
Quick Layer/Split function for on-the-fly versatility
Stereo audio recorder allows you to record and overdub your performances and vocals
Step sequencer inherited from the Electribe
Onboard 16-track MIDI sequencer, drum track, and arpeggiator
Connects to your computer via USB for plug-in integration with your favorite DAW
Stylishly distinctive red and black two-tone design looks great onstage
Kross 2 Editor and Plug-In Editor may be downloaded from the Korg website

Tech Specs

Type:Synthesizer Workstation
Sound Engine Type(s):EDS-i
Analog/Digital:Digital
Number of Keys:61
Type of Keys:Synth, Velocity Sensitive
Other Controllers:Pitchbend, Mod wheel
Pads:16 x pads (8 banks)
Polyphony:120 Notes (mono), 60 Notes (stereo)
Number of Presets:1075
Oscillators:OSC1, OSC1+2 (double)
LFO:2 x LFO
Filter:2 x Multi-mode Filters per voice
Envelope Generator:Filter, Amp
Number of Effects:134 Types, 2 x Master Effects, 5 x Insert Effects
Arpeggiator:Yes
Sequencer:16-track MIDI, 64 step, 128 songs, 16 user template songs
Sampling:14 second stereo sample per pad
Audio Recording:PCM Audio, 16-bit/48kHz
Audio Playback:Import WAV 16-bit/48kHz, SD card playback
Memory:128MB expansion PCM memory
Storage:SD/SDHC card slot
Audio Inputs:1 x 1/4″ (mic), 1 x 1/8″ (line)
Audio Outputs:2 x 1/4″ (L/Mono, R)
Headphones:1 x 1/8″
USB:1 x Type B
MIDI I/O:In/Out
Pedal Inputs:1 x 1/4″ (damper), 1 x 1/4″ (assignable switch), 1 x 1/4″ (assignable pedal)
Power Supply:9V DC power supply (included) / 6 x AA batteries (Alkaline, NiMH)
Height:3.46″
Width:36.81″
Depth:10.59″
Weight:8.38 lbs.