Korg microKORG 2

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Korg microKORG 2

Korg

microKORG 2

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Product Info

Article Number: 584351
Brand: Korg
Model: microKORG 2
Price: $625.90

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The microKORG 2 is a fantastic, compact synthesizer that's surprisingly deep. It's perfect for bedroom producers, electronic musicians, or anyone wanting a portable, fun sound design tool – just be prepared for those mini keys! It's a great entry point into synth sounds and offers a lot of creative potential for its size.

Product Description

  • Korg microKORG 2
  • Compact Synthesiser
  • 37 Velocity-sensitive mini keys
  • Sound engine: Analogue Modelling Synthesis System
  • Max. polyphony: single mode 8 voices
  • dual mode 4 voices
  • Max. 2 timbres (in dual mode)
  • 256 Programmes (4 banks x 8 categories x 8 programmes)
  • Arpeggiator
  • 10 types with step arpeggiator function
  • Effects: Modulation
  • delay
  • reverb
  • equaliser
  • Max. Polyphony Voice Processor: Vocoder 8 voices
  • Hard Tune 4 voices
  • Harmoniser 4 voices
  • Hard Tune and Harmoniser 2 voices
  • Pitch- and Modulation wheels
  • LC display
  • Line outputs: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
  • Microphone input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Microphone input: 3.5 mm mini jack
  • Aux input: 3.5 mm mini jack
  • Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
  • Footswitch input: 6.3 mm jack
  • MIDI input and output
  • USB C
  • Power supply via supplied external mains adapter (DC 9 V) or six AA batteries (not included)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 542 x 238 x 65 mm
  • Weight: 2.1 kg
  • Including gooseneck condenser microphone and power supply unit
PROS
  • • Excellent value for a modern, versatile synthesizer.
  • • Improved keybed offers a more playable, responsive experience.
  • • The dual engine allows for surprisingly complex sound design.
  • • Vocoder functionality is genuinely useful and creatively inspiring.
CONS
  • • Mini keys are cramped; not ideal for fast, complex playing.
  • • Limited polyphony can be restrictive in dense arrangements.
  • • The overall build feels a bit plasticky, though robust enough.

Product Video

Key Features

Keys 37
Key Type Velocity-sensitive mini keys
Synthesis Type Analogue Modelling Synthesis System
Polyphony Single mode 8 voices, dual mode 4 voices
Effects Modulation, delay, reverb, equaliser
Connections 2 x 6.3mm Line outputs, Mic inputs (6.3mm & 3.5mm), Aux input (3.5mm), Headphone output (6.3mm), Footswitch input (6.3mm), MIDI I/O, USB-C
Weight Approximately 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 2nd generation boasts a more refined analog modelling engine, offering improved clarity and a wider sonic palette compared to the original, though the core character remains familiar.
No, the USB-C connection is primarily for MIDI communication and firmware updates; it doesn't function as a standard audio interface for direct recording.
Absolutely; the MIDI I/O and various audio connections (line outputs, aux input) make it highly adaptable to a broader studio environment.

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