Korg microStation Workstation Synthesizer Introduced At Musikmesse 2010

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Musikmesse 2010: Korg has introduced the microSTATION Music Workstation – an entry-level mini-keyboard workstation that features the sound of Korgs EDS-i synth engine, effects and new sequencing tools.

Korg microStation Features:

  • Lightweight, compact, and equipped with 61 mini-keys.
  • EDS-i (Enhanced Definition Synthesis-integrated) sound engine.
  • Enjoy 512 user programs (480 preloaded) and 384 user combinations (256 preloaded) as well as GM2 compatible preset programs and drum kits.
  • 61-key Natural Touch Mini Keyboard
  • 16-track sequencer records up to 128 songs and 210,000 notes.
  • Template songs, Loop Recording, Grid Sequencing, Dual Arpeggiators, and Auto Song Setup.
  • USB Type-B connector offers a direct MIDI computer connection.
  • SD/SDHC card slot for convenient data storage.
  • Includes both stand-alone and plug-in microSTATION software for detailed sound editing on your computer; plug-in software is VST, AU, and RTAS compatible.

Korg microStation Description:

Compact and portable, the microSTATION features a 61-key mini keyboard, numerous effects, dual arpeggiators, and a 16-track sequencer to transform musical ideas into polished productions. New sequencer features such as Loop Recording and visual Grid Sequencing have been added to benefit the first-time workstation owner and to jump-start any type of music production.

480 programs, 27 drum kits that can be used by drum programs as oscillators, and 256 combinations, each of which combine up to sixteen programs as layers, splits, or velocity switches, and then add effects and two arpeggiators to create complex sonic structures. For compatibility with other MIDI instruments, there are also 256 GM2 sounds and 9 GM2 drum kits. Programs, drum kits, and combinations are rewritable, and you can store 512, 32, and 384 of them respectively.

The programs and combinations are organized into eight categories according to the type of sound. An audition switch is provided, allowing you to hear a repeating riff (phrase) appropriate for each sound when making a selection in Program mode, making it easy to grasp the character of the available sounds.

13 thoughts on “Korg microStation Workstation Synthesizer Introduced At Musikmesse 2010

  1. I have hands the size of canned hams, so mini-keys are deal breakers. Offer me one as a tabletop module WITH all the knobs and switches intact and I'll perk up straight away. I don't think any mini-synth can replace a workstation and/or a good computer setup, but I'd like to see something between the whole enchilada and a faceless box that's software-edit only. These little beauties would make great add-ons, even if ALL they did was give you bass or sawtooth foundations.

  2. I have hands the size of canned hams, so mini-keys are deal breakers. Offer me one as a tabletop module WITH all the knobs and switches intact and I'll perk up straight away. I don't think any mini-synth can replace a workstation and/or a good computer setup, but I'd like to see something between the whole enchilada and a faceless box that's software-edit only. These little beauties would make great add-ons, even if ALL they did was give you bass or sawtooth foundations.

  3. I have hands the size of canned hams, so mini-keys are deal breakers. Offer me one as a tabletop module WITH all the knobs and switches intact and I'll perk up straight away. I don't think any mini-synth can replace a workstation and/or a good computer setup, but I'd like to see something between the whole enchilada and a faceless box that's software-edit only. These little beauties would make great add-ons, even if ALL they did was give you bass or sawtooth foundations.

  4. have you tried the microsampler or microkorgXL keyboards, this has the same size keys and is very playable. The width of the keys has been optimised for players with "phatter" fingers so maybe it will work out for you. I understand akai have great success with ther LPK25 which has tiny keys so this mini format is working for the companies. Same applies for iPOD apps so I wouldn't dismiss the concept

  5. have you tried the microsampler or microkorgXL keyboards, this has the same size keys and is very playable. The width of the keys has been optimised for players with "phatter" fingers so maybe it will work out for you. I understand akai have great success with ther LPK25 which has tiny keys so this mini format is working for the companies. Same applies for iPOD apps so I wouldn't dismiss the concept

  6. It seems more like a repackaged M50 (that I have) with mini keys and less versatile program/combination editing, yet it seems to have the same amount of knobs, buttons and connectors as the M50, with some added features: category buttons and audition riffs (short patterns for each sound). I naively hope they will add that to the M50 through a software upgrade, but that will never happen.

    There's considerably less sample data than on the M50, so the piano likely doesn't sound as good, but I haven't heard it live.

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