Whether it’s used for compact studio
control, as an easy songwriting tool, or a powerful additionto a live
performance rig, MicroStation is the “Micro Multi-Tool” to suit your
needs!
MicroStation offers unprecedented portability, the stunning sound of
Korg’s EDS-i synth engine (M3, M50), dual arpeggiators, and phenomenal
effects; all the tools you would expect in a keyboard/workstation housed
in a smaller - and extremely affordable - package.
Whether performing or composing, the on-board sequencer can be anything
from an extra set of hands or a powerful drum machine up to a full-blown
MIDI production suite. Loop Recording, Grid Sequencing, Song Templates,
and One-Step recording features make it easy for anyone to achieve
professional results.
Designed to satisfy the beginning musician or the accomplished
keyboardist, the microSTATION offers unprecedented portability, the
stunning sound of Korg's EDS-i synth engine, phenomenal effects, plus
new and easy-to-use sequencing tools. Audition riffs make finding just
the right sound a breeze.
- Lightweight, compact, and equipped with 61
mini-keys, the microSTATION travels easily and fits effortlessly into
any home, stage, or studio workspace.
- Enjoy 480 outstanding,
ready-to-use sounds – including keyboard sounds, synth sounds, drums,
leads, basses, etc. Tweak, edit, create and save up to 512 sound
Programs.
- 256 dynamic Combinations place different sounds on
different areas of the keyboard, or layer multiple sounds together for
exciting performances – right out of the box!
- Find the right sound fast with eight quickly accessible categories; hundreds of Audition Riffs allow you to preview each sound.
- A full General MIDI level 2 compatible soundset allows commercial and pre-made MIDI files to be played perfectly and instantly.
- Designed for comfort and accuracy, our 61-key Natural Touch Mini Keyboard is highly expressive and supports serious playing.
- Whether
performing or composing, the on-board sequencer can be anything from an
extra set of hands or a powerful drum machine up to a full-blown MIDI
production suite.
- Loop Recording, Grid Sequencing, Dual Arpeggiators,
Template songs, and Auto Song Setup features make it easy for anyone to
achieve professional results.
- SD/SDHC card slot for convenient storage or your custom sounds and songs.
- USB Type-B connector offers a direct MIDI connection to your computer.
- 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.
Perform and compose anytime, anywhere
At a size and
price usually reserved for performance synthesizers, the compact and
portable microSTATION none the less features our 61-key Natural Touch
mini keyboard, numerous effects, dual arpeggiators, and a 16-track
sequencer to transform musical ideas into polished productions –
wherever you are! New sequencer features such as Loop Recording and
visual Grid Sequencing have been added to benefit the first-time user
and to jump-start any type of music production. With so much power, the
microSTATION is an ideal first keyboard, plus a welcome addition to any
studio or keyboard rig.
Premium Programs and Combinations
Korg's
world-class programming is second to none. From the moment you turn it
on; the microSTATION is ready to deliver hundreds of ready-to-play,
pro-quality sounds. In addition to the 480 Programs and 25 Drum kits,
the microSTATION provides 256 Combinations, each of which combines up to
sixteen programs as layers, splits, or velocity switched elements.
Finding the right sound is easy. The Programs and Combinations are
organized into eight sound categories. The audition switch plays a
repeating riff (phrase) appropriate for the currently selected sound,
letting you hear how the sound will be played in context. Every sound
can be edited, tweaked, and re-written, and the microSTATION also has
plenty of room for you to save your own Programs, Combinations, and Drum
kits. For playing Standard MIDI files, there is also a full General
MIDI level 2 compatible sound set.
EDS-i: The sound of KORG's flagship
synthesizers
The microSTATION features our new EDS-i (Enhanced
Definition Synthesis – integrated) premium sound engine, derived from
the EDS system found on KORG's acclaimed M3 XPanded and M50 professional
synthesizers.
Oscillators:
The oscillator section provides access
to 49 MB* of high-quality PCM sources (sampled at 48 kHz) delivering a
rich variety or sounds. ??
Filters:
?Indispensible to sound creation is
the filter section, offering two high-quality filters for each
oscillator. The four filter types – low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, and
band-reject – can be freely combined.
Modulation:
Expansive modulation
is also vital. The microSTATION inherits the EG (Envelope Generator),
LFO, key tracking generator, AMS (Alternate Modulation System), and AMS
mixer from the EDS sound engine, allowing full-fledged synthesis
possibilities.
Effects:
The effect section adds the final touch to
the sound, allowing you to use up to five Insert effects, two Master
effects, and one Total effect. In addition to delay and reverb, you can
choose from modulation effects such as chorus, phaser, and flanger;
dynamics effects such as compressor and limiter; and amp modeling
powered by KORG's proprietary "REMS" technology. The Effect Dynamic
Modulation function (Dmod) lets you control effects in a wide variety of
ways during performance.
On-Board Sequencer transforms your
musical ideas into finished songs
The built-in, high-performance
16-track MIDI sequencer provides a versatile array of capabilities such
as template songs, loop recording, a grid sequence function,
arpeggiator, and auto song setup to provide a powerful boost to your
music productions. Many of these newly added features are designed to
assist novice sequencer users to complete their musical ideas.
Template
songs:
Template songs are a great way to begin. Each template song
loads up the appropriate instruments and pre-routed effects to match a
specific musical style. The arpeggiator settings deliver ready-to-use
bass and drum tracks. Of course, any track can be changed, edited or
rewritten.
Loop recording:
This function repeatedly records a
specified range of measures. For example, you can loop a four-measure
section and create a drum pattern by recording each of the drums and
bass notes individually. Basic editing functions such as copying,
erasing, and deleting measures are also provided. This method is similar
to recording on a multi-track recorder.
Visual Grid Sequencing:
This
is a unique method of entering notes in which the front panel function
buttons and corresponding LEDs (01 – 16) to create rhythm patterns as on
drum box or step sequencer. Rhythm instruments such as the bass drum,
snare, hi-hat, and bass will sound at the timings indicated by the
illuminated LEDs.
Dual polyphonic arpeggiators:
The arpeggiators
provide five preset patterns and 640 user patterns, of which 512 are
preloaded. In addition to standard arpeggiator patterns, Korg's
polyphonic arpeggiators can produce a variety of chord progressions or
phrases based on the notes being played on the keyboard. This advanced
arpeggiation system can be used to create drum patterns, bass phrases,
guitar riffs and keyboard backing runs. In Combination or Sequencer
modes, the microSTATION lets two arpeggio patterns run simultaneously.
You can apply separate arpeggio patterns to a different programs, or use
split or velocity to switch between arpeggio patterns, providing
powerful performance possibilities.
Auto song setup:
Using this
convenient function, a Program or Combination (with its arpeggiator
settings) can easily be recorded to multiple tracks, creating the basic
tracks of your song.
Easy operation; Massive controlThe
microSTATION's knobs and controllers are located for easy use.
Frequently used parameters can be assigned to the four realtime control
knobs for convenient sound editing or for performing with the
arpeggiator. With the External switch on, these four knobs can be used
to control an external MIDI device. A joystick is provided for even more
expressive potential.
61-key Natural Touch Mini-Keyboard delivers
expressive playabilityThe microSTATION's Natural Touch Mini-Keyboard
has been acclaimed for its ease of playing. The proportion of the black
keys and white keys has been adjusted so that chords are comfortable to
play, and the feel is designed to allow rapid phrases to be performed
with ease. The waterfall-style keys make glissandos easy to play, and
also impart a sense of quality. The use of a mini-keyboard complete with
61 keys allows serious performance of piano and other styles that
require – or benefit – from two-handed playing.
Convenient, reliable
SD/SDHC storage
The microSTATION provides an SD card slot, allowing you
to save your Programs, Combinations, and song data directly onto an
SD/SDHC card.
Stand-Alone + Plug-In Editing software
The bundled
"microSTATION Editor" and "microSTATION Plug-In Editor" software lets
you use your computer to edit the microSTATION's Programs, Combinations,
Drum kits, and Arpeggio patterns. The "microSTATION Editor" is a
stand-alone program, while the "microSTATION Plug-In Editor" allows the
microSTATION to be used as a VST, AU or RTAS plug-in instrument inside a
DAW or other host application on your computer.
These editors allow
more detailed sound editing than is possible from the microSTATION
itself. You can also save sounds that you've created on the
microSTATION.