Korg - News and Rumours

KORG miniKORG 700Sm – KORG’s Definitive Monosynth becomes Diminutive

16 Jan · KORG announce the KORG miniKORG 700Sm, a mini version of the classic "mini" but with all the spec.

KORG KRONOS – Their Flagship Returns

16 Jan · KORG KRONOS returns, a collective sigh of relief is emitted from its fanbase and we have another killer workstation to enjoy!

Happy 2025! New Year, New Sounds!

08 Jan · Well here we are, ladies and gentlemen, it's 2025! I trust you all had a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year? Did you get any new synths? If not, why not spruce up your existing gear with some new ...

Motorola Synths: These Gorgeous Classic Synthesizers Are All Powered by the Same DSP Chips

03 Jan · These are the Motorola synths - and some are still being made today.

Best Stage Pianos and Arranger Keyboards of 2024

18 Dec 2024 · Which stage pianos and arranger keyboards impressed us the most in 2024? Let’s check out the best new stage pianos and keyboards of the year.

Best Hardware Synths of 2024: 7 Synths We Went Nuts for This Year

16 Dec 2024 · From massive analog polys to affordable digital delights, these are truly the best hardware synths of 2024.

The Best FM Synths for your Music Production Setup

16 Dec 2024 · Looking for a way to get into FM synthesis? We've selected some of the best FM synths with both sound design and song-creation tools.

Highs and Lows of Synth Collecting: Tops and Flops

14 Dec 2024 · When synth collecting, not every synth can fit you like a glove. These are the best and worst synthesizers to pass through my studio.

Sounds and Presets: A Huge Sackful of Fantastic KORG Presets

11 Dec 2024 · KORG's microKORG2 takes the legendary microKORG to new heights, much like the opsix did for FM synthesis. Check out these new KORG presets and more in this week's Sound and Presets.

Best Synth Gifts Under $100: 5 Fun Synthy Stocking Stuffers 

09 Dec 2024 · Watch them break into a smile without having to break the bank with these five best synth gifts under $100.

5 of the Best Holiday Synth Gifts So Great I Wish Someone Would Buy Them for Me Too

06 Dec 2024 · Looking for something fun for the synthesist in your life this holiday season? These are our picks for the best holiday synth gifts.

Game-Changing Synths: 7 Modern Synthesizers That Are Transforming Music-Making

29 Nov 2024 · These modern game-changing synths are changing the way we make and play music.

Tape Loops, Feedback and Regulation Woes: Synth Journal

28 Nov 2024 · Meet tape! – a fascinating virtual tape recorder and looper that’s all about “happy accidents”! Find out more in this week's edition of Synth Journal.

How to Use Dub Delay Plugins to Create Authentic Sounds

25 Nov 2024 · When combined with the right techniques, dub delay plugins can help us to recreate some of the sounds used on our favourite records.

Best Big Synths: 7 Sizable Synthesizers That Prove Bigger Is Better

22 Nov 2024 · Whether you need a wide keybed, expanded synthesis options or just a massive sound, these seven big synths have what you need.

KORG nanoKEY Fold: Is That a Keyboard In Your Pocket, or Are You Just Happy to See Me?

21 Nov 2024 · The KORG nanoKEY Fold takes portable keyboard technology to the extreme with a fold-up control surface that slips right inside your jacket pocket for when inspiration strikes on the move!

Korg DW-8000: The Best Hybrid Classic Synth You’ve Never Heard

15 Nov 2024 · The mid-‘80s saw the release of the Korg DW-8000, a unique digital/analog hybrid that sounds like nothing else on the planet.

Sweet Software Deals from Baby Audio, Eventide, Output & More

12 Nov 2024 · Baby Audio, Eventide, Output, IK Multimedia and KORG have already kicked off their Black Friday and Holiday sales with big discounts on synths and effects!

5 Synths That Need Plugin Emulations Right Now

08 Nov 2024 · Why redo the same synthesizers when there are plenty that have yet to become software - like these five synths that need plugin emulations.

5 Bad Gear Synths That Aren’t Bad At All – Featuring Florian Pilz

25 Oct 2024 · We go toe to toe with the black T-shirt himself, Florian Pilz, to decide once and for all if these five Bad Gear synths really are all that bad.

KORG multi/poly: It’s Not What You Think. Or Is It?

24 Oct 2024 · KORG continues its line of Raspberry Pi-based synths by resurrecting a familiar name from the past with a twist. Let's say hello to the new KORG multi/poly.

Beginner’s Guide to Analog Synthesis

21 Oct 2024 · Get up to speed with the basic of analog synthesis, including oscillators, filters, and modulation. New to synthesizers? Start here!

Why You Shouldn’t Buy Vintage Synths: 5 Compelling Reasons

18 Oct 2024 · Save yourself the hassle and expense and stick with modern recreations. These and 3 more reasons why you shouldn’t buy vintage synths.