Korg KROSS261MB Performance Synthesizer Workstation. Black

The KORG KROSS 2 61-key synthesizer workstation is a cutting-edge music production tool for musicians at any level. Packed with over 1,000 sounds and up to 128-voice polyphony, this 61-key workstation provides an enormous range of tonal possibilities for live performance and studio recording. Easy to navigate and loaded with hands-on control, the KROSS 2 places pro-level synthesizer and workstation features at your fingertips.

Over 1,000 Professional Sounds Onboard

The KROSS 2 comes preloaded with over 1,000 pro quality sounds, allowing you to play piano, electric piano, organ, strings, brass, synth leads, drums, percussion and more. An additional 16 drum kits provide instant percussion for any style. With up to 128-voice polyphony, you can layer sounds and play complex chords without note dropouts. The KROSS 2 is also compatible with KORG's KRONOS sound libraries, providing access to over 3,000 additional sounds.

Advanced Sequencing Capabilities

As a true workstation, the KROSS 2 offers full-featured 16-track MIDI sequencing. Record in real time or step time, quantize tracks, add swing, transpose and edit individual notes. The KROSS 2's touch-sensitive pads provide quick step recording and real-time phrase looping. You can sync the KROSS 2 to external MIDI gear via its MIDI in/out and USB ports. The KROSS 2 also functions as an audio interface, allowing you to record its internal sounds directly into your DAW.

Intuitive Interface With Hands-on Control

Despite its deep capabilities, the KROSS 2 is designed to be immediately accessible, even for newcomers, to synthesis and workstation tools. Its category buttons and knobs provide one-touch selection of sounds, effects and other parameters. The KROSS 2's full-size, velocity-sensitive keyboard is ideal for keyboardists and producers alike. Pitch bend and modulation wheels provide further real-time control over sounds. A large, backlit LCD display clearly shows selected sounds, sequences and other important information at a glance.

Powerful Effects Processing and Flexible Routing

The KROSS 2 offers over 140 high-quality effects derived from KORG's acclaimed KRONOS workstation. Shape your sounds with reverb, delay, EQ, compression, modulation effects, amp modeling and more. Complex effects chains can be created with up to five simultaneous effects. The KROSS 2 provides flexible eight-channel audio routing, allowing you to create separate channels for drums, bass, keyboards, guitar, vocals and other sources. Route these channels to the main outputs, assign effects and balance levels to create a polished, professional mix. Available at Guitar Center, purchase your KROSS 2 61-key synthesizer today.

Keyboard

• Number of keys: 61 key
• Action: Hammer action
• Key size: Full
• Aftertouch/Velocity: Velocity Sensitive
• Key Type: Piano-style

Sounds

• Number of songs: Up to 128
• Polyphony (max): 120-note
• Layers: Yes
• Split: Yes

Connectivity

• AUX input: No
• MIDI connectivity: In/Out
• Line output: L/MONO, R
• Line input: Yes
• USB Connectivity: Yes
• Headphone jacks: 1
• Pedal inputs: 3
• Storage type: SD Card
• Expandability available: Yes

Onboard Features

• Recording/Playback Yes
• Accompaniment styles: 240
• Preset songs: 128
• Display: Not specified
• Effects: Yes
• Built-in speakers: Not specified
• Pitch bend/Modulation: Both
• Other controls: Not applicable

Other

• Width: 37"
• Height: 3.5"
• Depth: 10.5"
• Weight: 8.4 lb.
• Power adapter: Included
• Batteries: 6 x AA
• Stand or bench included: No