Korg KingKORG Synthesizer Demo

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The KingKorg is an amazing sounding very versatile analogue modeling synth that can create a huge range of fat, classic synth sounds from a huge range of different synths as well as being easy to edit and ideal for performance. Luke Edwards from Korg UK runs us through the main features as well a playing 'guess that tune' with astonishing accuracy. An amazing synth !!

The Korg KingKORG Virtual Analogue Synthesizer features a 3-oscillator x 2-timbre design that allows you to generate thick and rich sounds, plus a newly developed XMT modeling sound engine. XMT (Xpanded Modeling Technology) is proprietary Korg technology that was created in order to produce a broad range of sonic variations while keeping operation simple. In a conventional synthesizer, the sound-creating process requires you to adjust the oscillator settings one by one, making it difficult to see the overall picture.

In contrast, KingKORG provides pre-set algorithms that contain combinations of various types and numbers of oscillators, letting you easily and quickly sculpt stage-ready sounds. The wide range of oscillator algorithms includes the choices you'd expect from an analog synthesizer--sawtooth wave, square wave, and noise--in addition to numerous PCM/DWGS algorithms, giving you plenty of scope choices for creating highly personal sounds.

While designing KingKORG, extreme attention was paid to the filter section, which is crucial to a synthesizer's character. A diverse variety of filters is a unique advantage of analog modeling, and KingKORG's filters add unparalleled flexibility. In addition to a variety of essential analog modeling filter types, you get faithful models of filters that reproduce the analog monophonic synths used for lead and bass in the '70s, the polyphonic synths used in new wave music of the '80s, and the filters of Korg's classic MS-20 analog synth. These filters can also be made to self-oscillate by raising the resonance setting-- a unique capability of analogue synthesizers.

KingKORG provides three master effect sections, each giving you a choice of six effect types: PRE FX, with types such as distortion and amp simulator; MOD FX, with classic effects like phaser, chorus, and tremolo; and REV/DELAY, with ambience effects such as hall reverb and modulation delay. Each effect processor has a dedicated front panel dial that selects the effect type. To choose the ideal effect type, simply turn the dial to hear the result, and use the FX control knobs located below these dials to adjust the effect as desired. Additionally, KingKORG provides a full-analog vacuum tube driver circuit as a mastering effect. You can use it to add warm fullness, a powerful overdrive, or anything in between ...

The built-in vocoder uses audio from the onboard mic input to modify the sound, creating an effect as though the synthesizer were talking. The vocoder features Formant Shift to dramatically modify the tonal character, as well as Formant Hold, which allows you to "freeze" a vowel sound and play it back using the keys. Thanks to the KingKORG's dual-timbre architecture, you can even combine the vocoder with another timbre, either as a complementing sound or a modulation source.

On many classic synthesizers (such as the MS-20), the signal flow could be reconfigured using patch cables to physically connect one element to another. KingKORG reproduces this function with an intuitive Virtual Patch system. With six Virtual Patch assignments per timbre, control signals such as EG, LFO, or joystick movement can be virtually connected to sound parameters such as pitch or cutoff, allowing you to modulate a parameter for even greater sound-shaping possibilities. The step arpeggiator automatically generates an arpeggiated phrase (broken chord) according to the chord you hold on the keyboard. You can choose from six arpeggio types, and specify the duration, interval, and on/off status of each step to enjoy a wide variety of performance possibilities

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One of the more underrated synths of recent years. Excellent value

welshsynthesizerlabs
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Bought one 7 years ago. Love it more and more.

zappator
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One of my all time favorite demos you've done! Plus still to this day one of my favorite most beloved Syntheiszers! Just wish it looked like a full size micro-korg!! I love the shape and design of the tiny korg. Still with all the knobs and buttons;)

jupitermarx
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Before you leave this video - make sure to check out the Rocky tune at the last couple of minutes. Fantastic!

benskia
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Great demo.

Was thinking of a workstation but this is undeniably good.

Classy that Korg admits to Moog, Oberheim and TB filters to be a class act, that makes Korg a class act.

mikehydropneumatic
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Some free advertising for KORG! I have a long list of incredible keyboards! Mostly all mordern analog, some analog modeling some V.A. For some reason the KingKorg is and has become my favorite synth! Can't say why exactly? But it is! I love everything about it. After two years of ownership!

jupitermarx
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Training Montage from Rocky IV! Awesome!

DonProcyon
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Luke has likely sold a good percentage of these keyboards for Korg and vendors via these YouTube demos. He sold me on my Krome, once I had a chance to also play-test one at Guitar Center. Although a very affordable keyboard/workstation, the Krome has a lot of great features and a great deal of its power comes from its Combi mode. Until I really had to start using the layer and split features in Combi mode for a couple of new bands I'm now playing in, I really didn't know how powerful and phat the Krome can sound and how versatile it is. It is amazing how powerful Korg's and other brands' new offerings in this price range are, e.g., MOXF-6 and FA-06. Great job on the last part of this video, Luke. You rock, man.

bruin
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Could be good for house or acid. Spot on with matching sounds. Erasure synths are cool.

paulwilson
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For the price, one keyboard with all of the modeling possibilities, Thanks Korg! I am the Korg Master!

pheldonmajors
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This video just sold this synth, next week I'm getting one on the used market, damn what a powerful machine!

jfn
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If there was ADSR for each oscillator I'd already own one. Sounds good Korg, so close, so close...

foggydrifty
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Every time he demos something I end up buying it.... I'm going to end up in divorce court at this rate...

Jtcrawford
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Whoever demo'd this, knows the TUUUUNES!

Whiskel
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Super competent keyboardplayer!!!! Gotta snag myself a Kingkorg someday soon!

jfn
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Played this in the shop... It is EPIC!

BentheDalek
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Wow is this the regular KK? I was watching this thinking this must be some sort of mod. I was thinking cool project. I'll have to see if i can afford the kit and get me an old KKK. How good is he. Amazing work!

izzzzzz
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I wasn't a believer until I played one in a music store. (still paying on it) Analog is great it sounds great but this thing is very easy to get around on and it sounds Probably the best virtual anolog I've heard outside of Virus but virus has a steeper learning curb and cost a lot more.

garrettroberts
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It sounds fantastic IMO and I'm all analog aside from a very ol microkorg, which is also a great little synth.

ogasi
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The piano part at 14:44 to 14:55 is that from a song? I like the tone of it, but i like the chords he used!!

thekeysman