NAMM 2024 - Korg - PS3300

At NAMM 2024, SonicState had the opportunity to speak with Luke from Korg about the highly anticipated PS3300 synthesizer. With less than 50 of the original units produced, the PS3300 is a fully polyphonic analog synthesizer that pays homage to the original 48-voice model from 1977. Luke explains that the reissue was in response to years of requests from fans, and the collaboration with legendary designer Fumio Miyada ensured the authenticity of the instrument. Despite the downsized electronics and the use of new materials, the PS3300 retains its iconic sound and features, including presets and the ability to adjust temperament for each note. With MIDI and USB connectivity, the PS3300 also offers a librarian software for sound backup and customization. As for the pricing and availability, the details are yet to be confirmed, but it is expected to be a high-ticket and built-to-order item. It's even got 49 voices now, one more than the original.


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[TehSyneS]

this is a dream world to be honest, ultimate respect to Korg for this!

[jamesh]

You don't often see an official presenter so in awe of their own product

[Farold_Haltermeyer]

Jaw dropping stuff...and I always love his demoes too, for an employee he shows a real passion for the product, very relatable. And doesn’t infuriate Nick much ;)

[HANGINGOUTWITHAUDIOPHILES]

Tantalizing first glimpse. What a great design. I recall playing paul Epworth’s and it being one of the most magical synth moments I’ve had. This design is bonkers in a very good way. Peak poly. I’d love to see that come back. Imagine a UDO synth with 50 notes poly. Makes the mind and wallet boggle (can a wallet boggle?)

[stefrance]

So nice to see Luke from Korg … and this beauty !

[videditorEB]

I love how familiar that whole thing looks. ❤️ As a blessed MS20 owner back in the day, I always thanked KORG for allowing me to walk up to just about any other synthesizer and know how to use it. I’m sure the basics learned with operating an MS10 or 20 carried many a keyboardist into a session career playing all the favored analogs of the day. Thanks KORG!!

[dxtrs_mnpltr]

Just wow! Sounds great and looks amazing

[troublesomecorsair]

I can hardly believe it.
Sounds amazing.

[AlchemicalAudio]

I think korg just challenged Yamaha to release a CS-80…

[pizzagogo]

That is an awesome thing 😁👏....the “littlest “ of the Japanese synth companies showing its so aware of its legacy! & what a commitment 😮well done to Korg🎉

[titovalasques]

That really is a fantastic synth. I’m happy Korg isn’t shying away from reissuing old classics in full analogue glory unlike Roland. Too expensive for me I’m afraid but I hope it brings happiness and creative joy to whomever acquires one.

[finlayshakespeare]

Well, watching that video was one of the biggest financial mistakes I'll ever make. Thanks Nick <3

[fiddlestickzmuzik]

Oh my goodness, a synth geeks dream synth. I can only hope they produced plenty of them over the years for those of us who might one day be able to afford one.

[enricopallazzoofficial]

I'll never own one of this but i'm glad it exist. I hope Korg will reissue the great Polysix in the future

[gladtobeangry]

It's been a while since I felt any excitement for a new synth. Very worthy synth to break the drought.

[CliffMcAulay]

I had a PS3100 In the early eighties, and had a dream in 1983 that I was able to save the patches on a button! Imagine such a thing!!...Been missing it since I sold it in the mid nineties. Got the Cherry Audio version now, but this has actually made me drool!

[georgeray]

This is an amazing project. Great to see Luke doing the demo.

[landonewts]

MONSTER synth. It sounds amazing. And I’m hearing it on my iPad, imagine being in a studio with monitors, actually playing this thing. Out of my budget, but happy this beast exists. Well done, Korg.

[oblitafier]

Always glad things like this exist. A lottery win and I’m in

[jean-louispech]

The full polyphony of an organ, with the octave divider, but the power of a semi modular polyphonic synth.
This is a beast with some good good sounds.