Keeping up with a constantly evolving worldwide music scene is a challenge for any electronic instrument designer. With Krome EX, Korg designers meticulously selected the sounds that should be included in today’s workhorse synth workstation. First, they focused on EDM, with effects-heavy polyphonic sounds dripping in rich ambience, searing synth leads, and punchy drum kits that bring music fans to their feet. Ethnic instruments such as kalimba, steel pan, and kokyu — as well as sound effects like those used in movie trailers and commercials — are also onboard. Classic bread-and-butter sounds that never go out of style are also a top priority for Korg sound designers. Piano, electric piano, and drum sounds are the foundation for so much music, and they are well represented in the Korg Krome EX 61. You’ll never have to search or go menu diving to find the perfect sound for any occasion.
Korg Krome offers crucial high-fidelity piano sounds
Having great piano sounds is critically important for any serious keyboard workstation. The Korg Krome EX piano sounds were recorded under the supervision of Seigen Ono, renowned authority on DSD recording and mastering. These are beautifully vibrant sounds that build on the success of the German D Grand in the original Krome, further expanding the range of piano sounds in the Korg Krome EX. An upright piano frequently used in pop music has also been included.
Drum Track serves up realistic grooves
Simply pressing a single button turns on the Korg Krome EX’s Drum Track feature, which serves up realistic grooves played by professional drummers using Krome EX’s studio-grade drum sounds. You can play along or use them in your music production. In addition to 600+ preset patterns inherited from Korg Kronos, there’s generous memory for saving user patterns as well. Drum patterns can be created and used with the onboard sequencer, and they can provide a rhythm guide while you play. You can also use them creatively in your live performances.
Dual polyphonic arpeggiators
In Combi or Sequencer mode, you can run two arpeggiators simultaneously. In addition to standard arpeggio patterns, the arpeggiators can generate guitar or bass riffs and drum patterns; they can even be used for sound design to create motion-enhanced pads, synth sounds, and sound effects. What’s more, you’re free to edit any of the patterns to create your own custom arps.
Intuitive TouchView display
Korg Krome EX’s big 800 x 480 pixel TouchView color display shows multiple parameters simultaneously, ensuring great visibility even on a darkened stage. Simply touch the screen to change sounds or edit parameters. Finger-drag editing is also supported, allowing you to use the on-screen sliders and knobs directly. Numerous functions take advantage of the TouchView interface, such as the piano-roll editor, a stopwatch that’s convenient for keeping track of a live performance, and a calculator keypad for entering numerical values.
Korg Krome EX 61-key Synthesizer Workstation Features:
- Responsive semi-weighted 61-note keyboard
- 800 x 480 pixel TouchView color display
- 896 programs, 512 combinations
- High-fidelity piano and electric piano sounds
- Modeled vintage amps, cabinets, and classic effects
- 2,500 drum samples, 48 preloaded kits
- Dual polyphonic arpeggiators
- 16-track sequencer
- Auto Song Setup function
- RPPR (Realtime Pattern/Play Recording)
- Intuitive 800 x 480 pixel TouchView color display
- Connect to your computer via USB to transfer MIDI data
- SD card slot for recording and managing data files