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Korg Kross 2-61 61-Key Synthesizer Workstation

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About this item

  • 61-key Synth Workstation with Synth-action Keybed
  • Step and MIDI Sequencers
  • Mic/Line Inputs - Black
  • EDS-i Sound Engine
  • Audio Recder



Product Description

KROSS261

A state-of-the-art platform with ever greater functionality.

KROSS 2, the long-awaited successor of the KROSS, is a compact, portable workstation with a huge range of sounds. While maintaining its identity as ultra-lightweight, compact, and capable of running on batteries, this new model dramatically enhances KROSS’s sounds and functionality. In addition to a total of more than a thousand preset sounds, expansion PCM memory has been newly added. Also new is a pad sampler that allows full-fledged sampling, and USB audio/MIDI interface functionality.

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Also operates as a USB audio interface

In addition to USB MIDI interface functionality, USB audio interface functionality has been newly added. You can connect the KROSS 2 to your Mac or Windows computer and enjoy DAW recording, or easily use the instrument for playing in conjunction with your iPad or iPhone.

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Plug-in Editor

A dedicated KROSS 2 Editor and Plug-In Editor are also provided. These let you edit while viewing numerous parameters at a glance on your computer, or allow you to use the KROSS 2 as a software synthesizer from within your DAW.

More Incredible, Rich Features

  • The sound quality of KORG synthesizers is endorsed by top-ranking musicians around the world. The evolved KROSS 2 expands polyphony from 80 to 120 voices, and dramatically powers-up the number of internal programs from 809 to 1,075 programs. Including multi-layered pianos and electric pianos, thick strings and other new sounds that will work well with any band, as well as the latest drum kits to cover current styles such as EDM. The wide selection of programs covers your needs from live performance to studio production.
  • The KROSS 2 now provides 128 MB of built-in expansion PCM memory. By selecting from optional libraries that will be released following KROSS 2, you can expand KROSS 2’s internal sounds to meet the needs of your performing style or situation.
  • The high-quality EDS-i Enhanced Definition Synthesis-integrated sound engine is inherited from KORG’s professional synthesizers. You can use a total of seven effects units simultaneously: five insert and two master. Rich expressive power is available from the selection of 134 high-quality effects, including standard effects such as delay and reverb as well as amp modeling, vintage effect units, and even a vocoder.
  • The favorite function lets you register frequently-used programs and combinations and recall them at a single touch, and has even been expanded to allow 128 favorite locations, twice the number of the first generation of KROSS. This function is ideal for live players that need quick access to a specialized set of sounds on stage.
  • The layer/split function, which lets you layer two sounds or assign separate sounds to the left and right regions of the keyboard, is now easier to set up, thanks to a dedicated quick layer/split button.
  • A category dial is provided, allowing you to immediately find the sounds you're looking for amid the vast range of choices. Just choose the general type of sound, such as piano or organ, and then make your selection quickly and efficiently.
  • The amazing mobility of the KROSS series is better than ever. The 61-key model features a new and stylish design, and its weight has been further reduced from the 4.3 kg of the previous model to an even more lightweight 3.8 kg. Additional improvements in power efficiency allow up to seven hours of battery-powered operation from six AA batteries.
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Technical Specifications

Keyboard 61 keys (velocity sensitive; aftertouch not supported)
System EDS-i(Enhanced Definition Synthesis - integrated)
Maximum Polyphony 120 voices (120 oscillators), single mode 60 voices (60 oscillators), single mode
Effects 5 Insert effects, 2 Master effects, 134 Effects types, Dynamic Modulation, Stereo side-chaining for limiter, gates, vocoders, etc.
Controllers Pitch bend wheel, Modulation wheel, SW1, SW2; SELECT button, SWITCH button, KNOB1 knob, KNOB2 knob; Pads 1–16; DRUM TRACK button; ARP button; AUDIO REC button
Display 240 × 64 pixel LCD backlight Adjustable contrast (hold the EXIT button and turn the VALUE dial)
Control Input DAMPER (Supports piano-style half-damper pedals as well as standard foot switches), ASSIGNABLE SWITCH, ASSIGNABLE PEDAL
Inputs/Outputs Line in (1/8") stereo mini phone jack, Line In (1/4") phone jacks, MIDI in/out, USB connector TYPE B x 1, USB-MIDI interface, USB audio interface, SD Card Slot. Audio Output (1/4") phone jacks(TS unbalanced), (1/8") stereo mini phone jack.
Power AC adaptor power supply DC 9V AA alkaline batteries x 6, or nickel-metal hydride batteries x 6
Battery Life AA alkaline batteries x 6: Approximately 6 hours AA nickel-metal hydride batteries (1900mAh) x 6: Approximately 7 hours
Power Consumption 5W
Media File, Utility, Information, additional PCM data management functionality
Weight 8.38 lbs (excluding batteries)
Dimentions 36.81" × 10.59" × 3.46"

bfoflyer
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2024
I needed a decent synth to transport back and forth for my worship band at church and this workstation filled the bill perfectly. The sound patches are pretty good for this cost point and the features are plentiful and easily learned. Overall, I found this synth to be a quality purchase for the traveling musician who needs a few extra features.
Customer
Reviewed in India on July 23, 2024
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Adam Compeau
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2024
This is the most fun keyboard I have ever owned! I usually go with 88 keys or 76 at least, but this was so small and perfect for my rehearsal requirement size-wise that I thought I'd give it a try. The flexibility, ease of use and sound quality are way above the price point! I have never had so much fun with a keyboard! Saving favorites the way you want is easy. Even using the sequencer with this small screen did not prove to be difficult. I downloaded the extra sounds from the core website which help in the piano area. Other than that, the huge variety of good quality sounds could get me through any number of gigs! I am a fan of good weighted keys and good semi-weighted keys. This is neither. However, these light synth keys are easy to get used to and I can play almost any repertoire on them! I am surprised and pleased since it makes the keyboard so light. I love the very small size. The Korg custom gig bag for it is well worth the money! It is a perfect snug fit and built very very well! I tried a $30 61 key gig bag that is not bad quality but so huge it just rolls around in it.
Gopal Singh
Reviewed in India on April 2, 2024
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Jonathan
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2023
I got the 88 key Kross 2, which is weighted keys. Feels really close to an actual piano. The built in sounds are great, the piano sounds aren’t amazing but still decent. The organ sounds are actually amazing and you can add that vibrato with a quick flick of a switch. I play live shows and this is a great, affordable keyboard and you can’t beat the price. I also use it as a controller in my Studio One recording program. I’m very pleased and think you will be too!
Bernabe Luna Ramirez
Reviewed in Mexico on September 5, 2022
Aunque es una versión más económica de Korg, no me ha decepcionado en cuanto a variedad de sonidos, facilidad de uso y pues a un precio muy alcanzable para alguien que no disponga de demasiado presupuesto. Se pueden agregar más sonidos y se pueden editar acorde a nuestro gusto, hasta 16 sonidos a combinar en uno solo.
Guru
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2022
I have always been a fan of Korg products throughout my musical career. This board is no exception with a great sound library, awesome drum patterns and a range of features. BUT, that range of features is where it gets you. Sure the range is great, wonderful for studio and at home recording applications, but the menu design is complex! Not easy to navigate and on the fly live performances become cumbersome if you need to make changes super fast. I dont want to have to dig through 5 submenus to get where I need to be live! That’s the only set back I had with this board that made me send it back.But if you like a great sound with an affordable price tag for the studio or at home creations then I still highly recommend this board!
Gopi chand meena
Reviewed in India on April 25, 2022
Wonderfull synthesizer
Jordan Daniel Jankoviak
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2021
I am picking the keyboard back up after years of not playing. I really enjoy this keyboard, all the sounds, and features it offers. For a beginner it can be a bit of a learning curve to understand all the features, but if you're willing to watch the videos online and go through some documentation you will be fine.The only complaint I have is the quality of materials used for this. I haven't had any issues with it breaking, but it's very lightweight and made out of a plastic material. So if it's dropped I'd be scared it crack easily or break. So just be aware of that. Other than that it's a amazing keyboard and I recommend it.
Juan
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2020
What can I say? It's a Korg, dude! I shouldn't have to say more. If you as a musician don't know about Korgs....well, maybe you should stick to a Melodica ( have one, by the way). The sound is the crispiest I have ever experienced in an electronic instrument. It is so light there is no reason to not take it anywhere. Well built, with all the accessories and outputs and inputs you will ever going to need. And with a seriously impressive collection of sounds, and beats to convert you into the one-man show you have always dreamed to be so as not to put up with that bass player in your group. The price?? That's the best part.....Under $800!! CAN'T BEAT THIS!!! If you play the keyboard, AND ARE NOT A BEGINNER, you should get one even if you can pay your electric bill for a month after you've purchased it. Only Drawback??????? You need to be a rocket scientist to really learn how to operate and utilize the sounds and beats and its program. It will, literally take you weeks to find out all it can do, and the fact that it doesn't come with a manual (you have to download or print all 168 pages) makes it somewhat inconvenient (reason why I gave it 4 stars instead of five).
The Right Way
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2020
Many of the sounds projected are extremely realistic... more realistic than other digital keyboards I own and a great value add to my recordings. I highly recommend this product for multi-modal orchestration, for complimentary sounds. In addition, the keyboard feel is very good.
Lucian N. Mihalca
Reviewed in Canada on February 9, 2018
Awesome work !!I will place future orders with Amazon because it’s quick and reliable!!!!Thank you .
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