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Best Korg General Synthesizers 2025

Premium Korg general synthesizers - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

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SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Electronic For Pop For Rock For Ambient For Film Score For Sound Design
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Korg Minilogue XD - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Korg Minilogue XD

by Korg
Ambient Film Score Pop
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Korg Minilogue XDHybrid Synthesiser4-Voice polyphony37 Velocity-sensitive slim keysTwo analogue VCOs and digital...

⭐ 4.9/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 457066
$626
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg multi/poly - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Korg multi/poly

by Korg
Electronic Sound Design Pop
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
✗ CONS
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types
  • • May lack specialization in any one area

Korg multi/polyAnalogue Modeling Synthesiser37 semi-weightedvelocity- and release-dynamic keys4 oscillators -...

⭐ 4.4/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 602948
$1,018
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg SV-2 88 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Korg SV-2 88

by Korg
Film Score Rock Pop
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Korg SV-2 88Stage Piano88 Velocity sensitive keysRH3 keyboard with hammer mechanismgraduated weighted in four...

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 482570
$2,225
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg SV-2 73 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Korg SV-2 73

by Korg
Film Score Ambient Sound Design
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Korg SV-2 73Stage Vintage Piano73 Velocity sensitive keysRH3 keyboard with hammer mechanismgraduated weighted in four...

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 482539
$1,977
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg RK-100S 2 Red - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Korg RK-100S 2 Red

by Korg
Electronic Ambient Pop
Key Feature:
• Suitable for both studio and live use
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods

Korg RK-100S 2 RedCompact Neck Strap Synthesiser (Keytar)37 Mini keysvelocity-sensitive2 Ribbon-ControllerSound...

⭐ 4.7/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 483268
$769
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg RK-100S 2 Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Korg RK-100S 2 Black

by Korg
Pop Ambient Rock
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Korg RK-100S 2 BlackCompact Neck Strap Synthesiser (Keytar)37 Velocity-sensitive mini keys2 Ribbon-ControllerSound...

⭐ 4.4/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 483228
$769
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg Kross 2-61 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Korg Kross 2-61

by Korg
Electronic Rock Ambient
Key Feature:
• Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none
  • • May lack specialization in any one area

Korg Kross 2-61Synthesiser61 Keys120-Voice polyphony896 Combinations58 Drum kits256 GM2 programs + 9 GM2 drum...

⭐ 4.6/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 421619
$733
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg microKORG 2 MBK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Korg microKORG 2 MBK

by Korg
Rock Sound Design Film Score
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
✗ CONS
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types
  • • May lack specialization in any one area

Korg microKORG 2 MBKCompact SynthesiserLimited Edition in Metallic Black37 Velocity-sensitive mini keysSound engine:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 584361
$582
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg miniKORG 700Sm - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Korg miniKORG 700Sm

by Korg
Electronic Rock Film Score
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Korg miniKORG 700SmMonophonic Analogue SynthesizerReproduction of the first Korg series synthesiser from 197337...

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 609201
$1,473
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg Monologue Blue - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Korg Monologue Blue

by Korg
Pop Electronic Ambient
Key Feature:
• Often includes preset banks
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Korg Monologue BlueAnalogue synthesizer1 Voice25-Key keyboardMonophonic 16-step sequencer notes as well as up to 4...

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 401468
$307
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg Modwave MKII - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Korg Modwave MKII

by Korg
Rock Film Score Ambient
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of synthesizer sounds
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options

Korg Modwave MKIIDigital Wavetable Synthesizer37 Standard velocity-sensitive keysPolyphony: 60 stereo voicesKAOSS...

⭐ 4.9/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 577642
$749
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg microKORG S - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Korg microKORG S

by Korg
Rock Electronic Film Score
Key Feature:
• Good all-around synthesis capability
✓ PROS
  • • Suitable for both studio and live use
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Korg microKORG SAnalog Modeling Synthesis System37 Velocity sensitive slim keys2 Oscillators and noise...

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 398386
$515
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg Wavestate MkII - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Korg Wavestate MkII

by Korg
Rock Electronic Sound Design
Key Feature:
• Often includes preset banks
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Good all-around synthesis capability
✗ CONS
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none
  • • Can be overwhelming with too many options

Korg Wavestate MKIIDigital Synthesizer with Wave Sequencing 2.0 Sound Generation37 Standard velocity-sensitive keys...

⭐ 5.0/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 569527
$659
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg microKorg XL + - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Korg microKorg XL +

by Korg
Sound Design Film Score Rock
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes preset banks
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
✗ CONS
  • • May not excel at specific synthesis methods
  • • Jack of all trades, master of none

Korg microKorg XL +Synthesizer / VocoderCompact "natural touch" keyboard37 Mini keys (velocity...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 295275
$514
Buy at Thomann View Details
Korg SV-2S 73 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Korg SV-2S 73

by Korg
Electronic Ambient Pop
Key Feature:
• Versatile for multiple music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile for multiple music styles
  • • Often includes preset banks
✗ CONS
  • • May lack specialization in any one area
  • • Sound quality may vary across different types

Korg SV-2S 73Stage piano73 Velocity sensitive keysRH3 keyboard with hammer mechanismgraduated weighted in four...

⭐ 4.6/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 482553
$1,979
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best General Synthesizers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced general synthesizers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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