Sunday, May 27, 2012

Korg SP170 88 Key Digital Piano, Black

Korg SP170 88 Key Digital Piano, Black Review



Korg SP170 88 Key Digital Piano, Black Feature

  • Keyboard: 88 notes (A0-C8), Natural Weighted Hammer Action (NH)
  • Maximum Polyphony: 120 notes /60 notes (Stereo)
  • Sounds: 10 Total; Piano x 2; E. Piano x 2; Harpsichord; E. Clavichord; Vibraphone; Pipe Organ; Electric Organ; Strings
  • Effects: Reverb; Chorus (Effect depth is preset for each sound)
  • Demo Songs: 10 songs (1 per sound)
Offering an affordable and rewarding piano solution, the Korg SP170 88 Key Digital Piano features an authentic feel and a captivating sound to satisfy the student, novice, or seasoned player. With a clean, fresh design that omits the traditional control panel, the portable and stylish SP-170 emphasizes the vital piano elements: a comfortable keyboard and satisfying sound. The two skillfully sampled concert grand piano sounds capture all the nuances of the performer's touch. A total of ten sounds are provided, including electric pianos, harpsichord, organs, strings, and more. Korg's new Natural Weighted Hammer Action (NH) faithfully reproduces the touch of an acoustic piano and the Key Touch Control offers three levels of sensitivity to match the keyboard response to any playing style. The SP-170's compact body houses a robust, built-in speaker system to deliver a deep and powerful sound along with a Reverb effect which adds depth and spaciousness to the sound; Chorus adds warmth and motion. Two headphone jacks allow for parent/child or student/teacher private practice, or for just sharing with friends. A Damper pedal and music rest complete the SP-170. Compact, unobtrusive, and designed for the modern world, the SP-170 Digital Piano solidly delivers the essential elements of a piano: rich, vibrant sounds and an authentic grand piano feel. Styled to mimic an acoustic piano, the SP-170 boasts a simple and clean design which eliminates the need for a control panel. In place of knobs, buttons and switches, the SP-170 relies on the keys themselves to perform these functions. The built-in stereo sound system features two efficient speakers housed in a bass reflex enclosure to deliver powerful sound. You can choose from two colors - chic black and elegant white - to match the decor of any room. The SP-170 is also lightweight and easy to transport, making it an ideal choice for concerts or live use.


Saturday, May 26, 2012

KORG Pa50, 61-Key Professional Keyboard, Arranger Series, with Speakers

KORG Pa50, 61-Key Professional Keyboard, Arranger Series, with Speakers Review



KORG Pa50, 61-Key Professional Keyboard, Arranger Series, with Speakers Feature

  • 61-Key, Dual Sequencer, with Speakers, Large monochrome display.
  • Provides the proven TRITON synch engine combined with XDS dual sequencer, studio-quality effects, and an internal stereo speaker system.
  • Eight-part, world-class Styles along with assignable pads.
  • Four-way joystick and other performance features keep you in control.
  • A huge custom backlit LCD lets you view everything at a glance.
KORG Pa50, 61-Key Professional Keyboard, Arranger Series, with Speakers. In addition to being a serious instrument, the Pa50's unique dual SMF player, ensemble modes, and simplified chord recognition, transform this keyboard into a non-stop entertainment center, for even the novice musician.


Friday, May 25, 2012

Korg Pitchjack - Black

Korg Pitchjack - Black Review



Korg Pitchjack - Black Feature

  • Convenient folding guitar or bass tuner that plugs directly into your instrument
  • Supports 7-string guitars and 6-string basses; Flat tunings up to 7 semitones below original pitch
  • Simple and portable design - attaches to your keychain or fits in your pocket.
  • Easy-to-read meter; LED flash light for on-stage illumination.
  • Available in Red, White and Black
Way cool! Korg just made getting in tune even easier! The super-compact Pitchjack is wee enough to have a home on your keychain, but it's huge in the performance department. And, get this: it plugs right into the output jack on your guitar or bass. AND, it even works with 7-string guitars and up to 6-string basses! The Pitchjack PLUS, it has a built-in flashlight... a perfect tool for dark stages. Oh, and don't forget the flat tuning mode. This tuner is super accurate, case- and gig bag-friendly, packed with ridiculously great features, and VERY affordable. Get one!


Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Korg M5061 61-Key Music Workstation

Korg M5061 61-Key Music Workstation Review



Korg M5061 61-Key Music Workstation Feature

  • Shares the M3 XPanded's EDS (Extended Definition Synthesis) engine, 256 MB ROM and multi-effects
  • Preloaded with over 600 Programs, 384 Combis, 900 Arp patterns and 670 Drum Track grooves
  • Special focus on gig-ready keyboards; electric pianos, clavs, live mono piano, tape-o-trons, etc
  • Full workstation-style sequencer, plus stand-alone/plug-in Editing software and SD data storage
  • Stylish, lightweight and portable, with an angled panel and performance-oriented controls
M50-61 is the M3 XPanded's inner child, reborn; delivering performance, portability and price. With incredible new sounds; juicy combis; splits and layers; ace effects; Drum Tracks; poly-arpeggiators; classic sequencing tools; TouchView control, and editing software, it all adds up to an sexy, invigorating instrument that could only come from KORG. Over twenty years of category-defining workstation expertise beats in the heart of the M50 Music Workstation. Just as the M3 borrowed elements from the legendary OASYS, the M50 captures all the sonic firepower of the M3 XPanded, distilled into a performance instrument that is second to none. The M50-61 is equipped with Korg's new semi-weighted Natural Touch keyboard. This fast and responsive synthesizer keybed facilitates expressive and dynamic performing. The angled control panel, retro-style buttons, chord triggers, assignable controllers and supreme portability all contribute to the M50's performance styling.


Tuesday, May 22, 2012

KORG nanoKONTROL2 Slim-Line USB Control Surface - White

KORG nanoKONTROL2 Slim-Line USB Control Surface - White Review



KORG nanoKONTROL2 Slim-Line USB Control Surface - White Feature

  • Low-profile, multi-function control surface
  • New track select and marker advance parameters
  • Supports numerous software titles including major DAW programs
n a body proportioned to fit perfectly in front of your laptop computer, the nanoKONTROL2 provides eight channels of the controllers you need to control your music software. The nanoKONTROL2 also features a dedicated transport control section. The buttons have been carefully selected to be useful with your software, ensuring simple and intuitive control. Many software titles – including major DAW programs – are supported, dramatically reducing the need to make complicated connection settings. A knob, fader, and three switches are provided for each of the eight channels, respectively assigned to pan, volume, and solo/mute/record. This arrangement is a real convenience when recording automation for multiple channels. There's also a marker button, making it easy to assign marks at important points in your song for more efficient recording and song production. When using a software synthesizer, you can assign parameters to the desired controllers for easy control. For example you could use the faders to control the ADSR of an envelope generator, and use the knobs to control the filter's cutoff frequency and resonance, etc. The nanoKONTROL2 works with the "Korg Kontrol Editor" software – available free on the Korg website. Load it into your computer, and use it to make detailed customized settings. For example, the minimum and maximum values for each control change message can be specified. Just connect a single USB cable from your computer to the nanoKONTROL2, and you've got a quick and portable music production system. Power and USB-MIDI data travels down the same wire for a clean, efficient workspace.


Monday, May 21, 2012

Korg GA-30 Ultra Compact Guitar and Bass Tuner

Korg GA-30 Ultra Compact Guitar and Bass Tuner Review



Korg GA-30 Ultra Compact Guitar and Bass Tuner Feature

  • Compact dedicated guitar/bass tuner with great performance and convenient functions.
  • High-precision LCD needle-type meter for stable tuning.
  • Quinta Flat Tuning mode lets you tune 1--5 semitones flat
  • Supports 7-string guitar tunings
  • Reference tone can be produced from an internal speaker. (Sound Out)
High accuracy and superb functionality have made Korg tuners the worldwide favorite. And now, the new GA-30 joins the best-selling GA series of tuners. With even more features, like a pitch reference tone and quinta-flat tuning, the GA-30 tuner packs basic functionality and convenient tuning functions into ultra-compact bodies.

High accuracy and superb functionality. Click to enlarge.

High-precision LCD needle-type meter for stable tuning.

Sound Out can produce a reference tone from the internal speaker.

An Easy-to-Use Dedicated Guitar and Bass Tuner
This dedicated guitar/bass tuner lets you select either Guitar mode or Bass mode for truly easy operation with automatically detected pitch. The wide detection range supports 7-string guitar (7B through 1E) in Guitar mode, and 6-string bass (Low-B, Hi-C) in Bass mode. A high-sensitivity mic is built-in, allowing easy and accurate tuning of acoustic guitars.

Ultra-compact Body with a "Tilt Slit"
Although the GA-30 is small, thin, and light, don't let its pocket-sized body fool you. The GA-30 can accurately tune any guitar or bass. From studio to stage, tuning is easy and convenient. The back of the unit includes a unique arc-shaped "tilt slit" that lets you insert a plastic card for use as a handy stand.

High-Precision LCD Meter
The meter section uses a LCD needle, combining the accuracy of an LCD with the easy visibility of a needle, and providing a stable display. Additional visual feedback is provided by LEDs that indicate pitch deviation.

Sound Out--Internal Speaker Provides a Reference Pitch
In addition to visual tuning via meter, the GA-30 can play reference pitches from its internal speaker (Sound Out) for tuning by ear. Each press of the Sound switch will cycle the output sound through 7B->6E->5A->4D->3G->2B->1E in Guitar mode, or LB->4E->3A->2D->1G->HC in Bass mode.

Quinta Flat Tuning mode--a World-Wide First!
The GA-30's Quinta Flat Tuning mode supports the lowered tunings used in heavy metal styles to give more weight to the sound. Until now, dedicated guitar tuners have supported a maximum of only four semitones below standard pitch, but the GA-30 gives you five steps of flatted tuning, extending as far as five semitones below standard pitch, and supporting even super-long scale guitars that are five frets longer than conventional guitars.

Auto Power Off Function
If you leave the unit powered-on for 20 minutes without performing any operation, the Auto Power Off function will turn the power off automatically, avoiding unnecessary battery consumption.

Approximately 100 hours of continuous use
Low-power consumption design allows an amazing 100 hours (approximate) of continuous battery life (A4 continuous input, Meter mode, zinc-carbon batteries).

What's in the Box
GA30 Guitar and Bass Tuner, Owner's Manual, Two AAA batteries The Korg GA30 Guitar and Bass Tuner is an ultra-compact LCD needle-style dedicated tuner that delivers great convenience and performance. High accuracy and superb functionality have made Korg tuners the worldwide favorite. It's loaded with features like a pitch reference tone and quinta-flat tuning. This dedicated guitar (or bass) tuner packs basic functionality and convenient tuning functions into an ultra-compact body.


Friday, May 18, 2012

Korg AW-2G WH Clip-on Chromatic Guitar Tuner, White

Korg AW-2G WH Clip-on Chromatic Guitar Tuner, White Review



Korg AW-2G WH Clip-on Chromatic Guitar Tuner, White Feature

  • Clip-on chromatic tuner mounts directly to any guitar headstock - even when tapered
  • Double ball-joint mounting places display at an easy-to-see angle
  • Backlit display with reversible metering assures high visibility in any condition
  • Wide range (A0 - C8) chromatic metering is accurate to +/- 1 cent
  • Energy saving "Auto" mode extends battery life.
The AW-1 was a top-selling Korg model that has been popular with musicians of wide-ranging genres for its superb functionality and convenience. The new AW-2 Chromatic Tuner enhances this basic concept by adding the flexibility of an adjustable angle for the display section, enhanced visibility from the built-in backlight, and improved fit to your instrument, allowing the performer to tune in a natural position. The new AW-2G adds a clip that's optimized for a guitar. With the AW-2/AW-2G, you'll be ready for stress-free tuning in any situation.