Two decades in the game and the mighty MicroKorg remains a classic. Crystal version celebrates the anniversary with a fresh new look and the same punchy sound.

Supplier's Notes:
A shining homage to two decades of microKORG legacy

The microKORG was originally released in 2002 and has remained strong for two decades. Countless tracks and artists have made use of the amazing possibilities it offers and it continues to be one of the most popular choices for musicians on stage and in the studio.

The instruments that musicians recognise as "classics" are those that are loved and always in use, regardless of times and trends. The word "classic" symbolises musical instruments that are revolutionary in their field. There may be imitations of a classic, but the distinct character of the original shines more brilliantly and is only enhanced by time.

Two decades ago, the portable, battery powered microKORG was born with a radical new micro-keybed, a powerful Vocoder and ready-to-use sounds ideal for contemporary genres delivering countless hit performances, and instantly revolutionising the way musicians played. This compact sound monster introduced synthesis to a vast number of non-keyboard playing musicians and created a way of making music we now take for granted: a small keyboard resting unassumingly atop a larger one onstage, made for use by hobbyists and pros alike and finding itself front and centre of studios worldwide from the smallest bedroom to the largest pro recording facility.

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of its release, the special edition microKORG Crystal offers a unique and stunningly stylish take on this beloved synth - now a classic in its own right.

The microKORG was originally released in 2002 and has remained strong for two decades. Countless tracks and artists have made use of the amazing possibilities it offers and it continues to be one of the most popular choices for musicians on stage and in the studio. microKORG Crystal is the ultimate reincarnation of this iconic synth.

"Skeleton" type semi-translucent chassis, with matching knobs and controls

Previously unchanged, the microKORG Crystal features a new take on the structure of the microKORG, with a semi-translucent chassis that lets you see the electronics and internals. Even the controllers are semi-transparent, including the knobs, dials and wheels. As a commemorative model, the microKORG Crystal is great fun to look at from any angle, and as its name suggests, it "crystalizes" the energy and feelings of the KORG team behind its birth.

A panel with a beautiful sheen

The microKORG Crystal features a stainless mirror-finish front panel that blends perfectly with the semi-translucent knobs and dials, blurring the limits between you and your instrument and providing a cosmetic impact never seen in any other musical instrument.

Aluminium side panels for a sturdy feel

The original microKORG featured wooden side panels that suggested a retro feel, serving as an elegant accent to the analogue modelled synth engine. This new special microKORG features sleek aluminium side panels for a clean and depurated look.

Dedicated transparent carry bag

The microKORG Crystal features a stainless mirror-finish front panel that blends perfectly with the semi-translucent knobs and dials, blurring the limits between you and your instrument and providing a cosmetic impact never seen in any other musical instrument.

Specifications

Sound generation:
Analogue Modelling Synthesis System

Synthesizer program:
Multi Timbral: 2 (max, Split / Dual Mode)

Voices: 4 voices

Sound source:
2 Oscillator + Noise Generator
Multi Mode Filter (-24dB / octLPF,-12dB / oct LPF / BPF / HPF)
EG×2
LFO×2
Virtual Patch×4

Voices: 4 voices

Vocoder program

Voices: 4 voices

Sound source:
1 Oscillator +Noise Generator
EG×1
LFO×2 8
Channels vocoder
Level and pan of each channel can be edited
Formant Shift function

Programs: 128
Effects: Modulation effects (3 types), Delay (3 types), Equalizer
Arpeggiator: 6 types

Controllers
Real-Time control knob X 4 (3 level Selection),
Arpeggio ON / OFF

Keyboard: 37 Keys (mini-keyboard, keyboard has velocity)
Inputs: AUDIO IN 1,2, Level switch LINE / MIC, [AUDIO IN 1, 2 (LINE) ], [AUDIO IN 2 (MIC)]
Outputs: L / MONO, R, Headphones
MIDI : IN, OUT, THRU
Display : 3 characters×1 line with 8 segment LED
Power supply: DC 9V (AC adapter)
Power: 6.4w Max
Dimensions: 524 x 232 x 70mm
Weight: 2.4 kg (instrument only, without batteries or microphone)
Included items: AC adapter, condenser microphone, dedicated transparent carry bag