Korg KROSS 2 Series Manual

Korg KROSS 2 Series Manual

Synthesizer workstation

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KORG
KROSS 2
SYNTHESIZER WORKSTATION
More features, more sounds, more possibilities.
A state-of-the-art platform with ever greater functionality.
The mobile synthesizer workstation that does everything.
A rich selection of more than 1,000 powered-up presets
128MB of expansion PCM memory is built-in, and option libraries are supported
The rich expressive power of the EDS-i sound engine, and a rich selection of effects with 134 types
Superb sampling functionality and 16 sampler pads
A panel layout that lets you access functions without confusion
Realtime control section for quick parameter editing
Favorite function lets you register and instantly recall up to 128 frequently-used sounds
Quick layer/split can be specified by a single button
Ultra-lightweight compact body; the 61-key model weighs only 3.8 kg, the lightest in its class
Long operating life, with six AA batteries allowing up to seven hours of use
A color lineup with a peerless finish that exceeds its class
Audio player/recorder that can be easily triggered by the pads
Sequencer, drum track, and arpeggiator to support your song production
A rich array of input jacks for singer-instrumentalists or vocoder performance without requiring additional equipment
Also functions as a USB audio interface
KROSS 2, the long-awaited successor of the KROSS, is a compact, portable workstation with a huge range of sounds. While
maintaining its identity as ultra-lightweight, compact, and capable of running on batteries, this new model dramatically enhances
KROSS's sounds and functionality. In addition to a total of more than a thousand preset sounds, expansion PCM memory has been
newly added. Also new is a pad sampler that allows full-fledged sampling, and USB audio/MIDI interface functionality. The color
scheme is even more stylish, and the user interface allows intuitive operation even by beginners.
Effortlessly select the sound that you want to play, shape it to match your imagination, sample a sound, create phrases and rhythms,
record your vocal or guitar, bring KROSS 2 on stage, and perform. Whatever you artistic vision, you can make it happen. KROSS 2 is a
versatile synthesizer platform made with creative freedom in mind.
Even more powerful preset sounds,
with specialized optional expansion sounds
A rich variety of more than 1,000 preset sounds

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  • Page 1 KORG KROSS 2 SYNTHESIZER WORKSTATION More features, more sounds, more possibilities. A state-of-the-art platform with ever greater functionality. The mobile synthesizer workstation that does everything. ■ A rich selection of more than 1,000 powered-up presets ■ 128MB of expansion PCM memory is built-in, and option libraries are supported ■...
  • Page 2 The sound quality of KORG synthesizers is endorsed by top-ranking musicians around the world. The evolved KROSS 2 expands polyphony from 80 to 120 voices, and dramatically powers-up the number of internal programs from 809 to 1,075 programs. Including multi-layered pianos and electric pianos, thick strings and other new sounds that will work well with any band, as well as the latest drum kits to cover current styles such as EDM.
  • Page 3 On both models, the rear panel KORG logo is fully illuminated, letting you stand out on stage. The ultimate body finish that exceeds its class The evolved KROSS 2 also features high quality in its body finish.
  • Page 4 The KORG Module high-quality sound module app can be used as an external sound module that's played from the KROSS 2, or you can perform with the backing of tracks that you created using the KORG Gadget DAW app, all with the ease of connecting a single cable.
  • Page 5: Sound Engine

    KROSS 2 Specifications Keyboard KROSS 2 61 ・ 61 keys (velocity sensitive; aftertouch not supported) ・ Normally C2 ─ C7(adjustable in the range [C1…C6] ─ [C3…C8] KROSS 2 88 ・ 88 keys NH (Natural weighted hammer action) keyboard (no aftertouch) ・...
  • Page 6: Step Sequencer

    The Number of Combinations/Programs/Drum Kits ・ User Combinations: 896 Combinations (384 Preload) ・ User Programs: 1280 Programs (768 Preload) ・ User Drum Kits 58 Drum Kits (42 Preload) ・ Preset Programs 265 Programs (256 GM2 Programs + 9 GM2 Drum Programs) Favorites Number of memories ・...
  • Page 7: Pad Sampler

    ・ 16 preset/16 user template songs Preset Patterns ・ 772 patterns (shared with Drum Track patterns) Format ・ KORG (KROSS) format, SMF format 0 and 1 Pad sampler Specifications ・ 16 pads × 8 banks ・ Automatically saved on the SD card, and automatically loaded ・...
  • Page 8: Audio Recorder

    Recording time ・ Up to approximately 14 seconds of stereo sample for each pad Importing ・ WAVE format, file name extension: .wav, 44.1 kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/16-bit, stereo * 44.1 kHz is automatically converted to 48 kHz Edit ・ Waveform display editing functionality, start address and looping settings etc., normalize and other editing operations Audio Recorder Recording Format ・...
  • Page 9: User Interface

    ・ SELECT button, SWITCH button, KNOB1 knob, KNOB2 knob Step Sequencer/Favorite/Pad Sampler/Pad Audio Play ・ Pads 1 ─ 16 ・ STEP SEQ ACTIVE button, Run button ・ FAVORITES ACTIVE button ・ SAMPLER ACTIVE button, HOLD button ・ AUDIO PLAY ACTIVE button ・...
  • Page 10: Main Specifications

    AUDIO OUTPUT L/MONO, R ・ Connectors: 6.3mm (1/4") phone jacks(TS unbalanced) ・ Output Impedance: 1.1k ohm stereo, 550 ohm mono (L/Mono only) ・ Maximum Level: +10.0dBu ・ Load Impedance: 10k ohm or greater ・ Controllable by the VOLUME knob HEADPHONE OUTPUT ・...
  • Page 11: Accessories (Sold Separately)

    ・ 5W Dimensions (W x D x H) ・ KROSS2-61: 935 mm × 269 mm x 88 mm / 36.81" × 10.59" × 3.46" ・ KROSS2-88 1,448 mm × 383 mm × 136 mm / 57.01" × 15.08" × 5.35" Weight ・...

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