Korg MicroSampler Review
The Korg MicroSampler may have only been announced a couple of weeks ago, but Sonic State’s Nick Batt has already run the MicroSampler through its paces.
His overview video, above, offers a good look at the hardware itself and how the MicroSampler works.
Batt says:
The microSAMPLER is not going to be a sampling workhorse for you if you require large string libraries or hours of storage, but as a simple loop replay device or maybe sound effects trigger for a theatre production, it could really fit the bill. Where the microSAMPLER’s strength lies is in the ability to quickly set up loops or phrases. With some careful planning and arrangement, I dont see why it couldn’t run the show, negating the need for a laptop – assuming you dont need to run a LOT of audio and backing vocals etc.
If you’re interested in the Korg MicroSampler, don’t miss Batt’s full review.
And if you’ve used the MicroSampler, leave a comment and let us know what you think of it!
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Excelent review. Many thanks!
I think this man should be hired by synth companies to make DVD tutorials.
God knows manuals are Greek/chinese and martian.
Always enjoy his reviews.
Nick Batt is great in explaining what the microSampler can do.
I just got mine yesterday. There are a few more things that people should be aware of. The pattern sequencer can only handle one Keyboard mode sample per pattern. Also, the pattern metronome can be turned off but the volume cannot be adjusted and it's rather shrill. And as explained in the video, but not rather well, you only have one effect to work with on all the samples of a particular bank – if you want more effects, you'll have to resample.
A neat thing I found out yesterday is that you can use the pattern sequencer as a midi sequencer to drive external devices.
Also, download the Quickstart guide PDF from the Korg website. The manual doesn't explain the shortcuts to use and is vague on some features and shortcomings.
I would like a sampler that lets me create my own dum kits and then use the onboard sequenecer to create beats with the kits I have ceated. Can the microsampler do this ?
Yes. Keep in mind that sounds must be produced by an outside source and recorded onto the sampler. Also, it helps to watch the youtube videos and read about what this can do on the korg.com site.