Compact Synthesizer Keyboard Using Korg's HI Technology

Korg X50 delivers a lightweight 61-key synthesizer. Korg X50 features high-quality sounds, a user friendly interface and computer connectivity, all in a streamlined package designed for performing and computer-based musicians.

The korg X50 features Korg’s HI (Hyper Integrated) synthesis technology as found in the acclaimed TRITON series. Its 64 MB of PCM ROM offers a wide array of sounds, including a velocity-switched stereo piano, strings, guitar and synth timbres. The internal memory offers 512 Programs, 384 Combinations (each consisting of up to eight Programs) and 40 user (16 preloaded) drum kits - plus an additional 128 GM programs and nine drum kits.

Two master effects, a stereo 3-band master EQ and one stereo insert effect are available, using 89 different effect types. Effects parameters can be modulated in real time, with many effects that can sync to MIDI clock.

For live performance and songwriting, the X50 offers dual polyphonic arpeggiators that feature easy-to-use, one-touch functionality. In addition to five basic preset arpeggio patterns, the X50 also provides 251 patterns covering everything from simple riffs to complex polyphonic phrases and drum grooves. For expressive control over the sounds, effects and arp patterns the X50 offers a variety of real-time controllers - two switches, four knobs, plus pitch bend and mod wheels (all assignable).

An intuitive Korg interface makes sound selection quick and easy. Sounds are organized into 16 categories, and users can select the desired Programs and Combinations via a dedicated Category key. A convenient Audition button allows the user to preview Programs using a selection of musically appropriate riffs. Korg’s proprietary ClickPoint cursor system and a backlit LCD display further enhance navigation functions.

The Korg X50 also offers integral USB MIDI functionality, for easy connection to computer-based systems. A powerful Multi Mode allows the X50 to be played from an external sequencer as a 16-part multi-timbral sound module. The included stand alone/plug-in editor software makes it easy to create and organize sounds from a computer (VST, AU and RTAS formats are supported), even from within the user’s DAW or sequencer application. In a first for its class, the X50 features individual outputs, allowing sounds of specific parts to be sent from separate outputs independent of other parts - useful in a variety of recording scenarios.

A modern, stylish body and integrated handles for easy transport complete the Korg X50 package.

Korg X50 Features:

• Sleek, modern stealthy design
• 61-keys (velocity sensing)
• 62-note polyphony
• ClickPoint based intuitive interface Fingertip cursor control and an informative backlit LCD screen provide a user friendly control surface.
• Multi Mode
• 128 Multi set-ups; user definable
• Tone Adjust parameters
• USB / MIDI connection
• Perfect for the computer musician
• and keyboard/synthesis education labs
• Single USB connection
• Plug-in editor software
• Desirable Korg sounds
• Full GM soundset
• 64 MB of sample ROM
• New multi-velocity samples
• 896 onboard sounds
• 512 Programs
• 384 Combinations
• Category and Audition features
• 16 Categories each for Programs/Combinations
• Powerful effect processing
• 2 Master Effects; 1 Insert Effect
• 3-band Master EQ The effects processor offers a three band master EQ, two master effects and an insert effect. There are 89 different types of effects available for both the master and insert effects.
• 2 polyphonic arpeggiators
• 256 patterns (5 preset, 251 user); 251 preloaded
• Up to 12 tones and 48 steps per pattern
• Normal and Fixed Note/drum modes
• Syncs to MIDI clock or Internal sequencer
• 4 assignable knobs
• 2 assignable switches