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The P-105 is a compact digital piano with Yamaha's oustanding touch
and tone. It is portable, easy-to-use and versatile for everyone from a
beginner to the more advanced player. An optional matching stand
(L-85/L-85WH) and pedal unit (LP5A/LP5AWH) are also available.
Pianist Style
Pianist Styles turn your simple chords into exciting accompaniment.
Play a chord and the Pianist Style gives you a full piano accompaniment.
10 built-in Styles offer the variety of backings to fit your
performance and help you sound great!
Rhythm function
Basic drum patterns put the "fun" back into practicing and are a practical alternative to a metronome.
You can also turn your solo act into a two-piece band where the dummer is always on time.
Piano sound
The P-105 uses Yamaha's “Pure CF sound engine,” a first for the P-series.
This piano sound was recorded from Yamaha's renowned CFIIIS concert
grand piano, which can be heard on stages all over the world.
Built-in speakers
P-105 has built-in, true-circle speakers. The true-circle speakers
vibrate naturally with good balance to convey full, rich,
low-frequencies.
Newly added tweeters offer a clear and brilliant sound due to their
strategic positioning. Together, they provide and excellent balance of
power and clarity.
Red: P-105 Blue: P-95
88 weighted keyboard
Just as on a traditional acoustic piano, the keys of the lower notes
have a heavier touch, while the higher ones are more responsive to
lighter playing. The keyboard's sensitivity can even be adjusted to
match your playing style. This Graded Hammer technology allows this
lightweight instrument to provide an authentic touch.
Great Connectivity
The P-105 is equipped with USB TO HOST to connect directly to your
computer for use with various education, notation and music production
applications. There's also an AUX LINE OUT to connect to a computer
sound card, mixing console or powered speakers - great for recording or
performing live. Since it's a true line-output, the built-in speakers
remain on for monitoring as opposed to switching OFF when using the more
common headphone output.
The DGX-650 offers the playability of a real acoustic piano with
a comprehensive suite of auto-accompaniment and performance functions
that let you give form to your musical inspirations with ease.
Pure CF Sampling - Pure concert grand piano tone
PureCF sampling offers the sound of a Yamaha CFIIIS full concert
grand piano, meticulously tuned and sampled under carefully controlled
conditions, to reproduce the authentic tone and resonance of this superb
instrument with amazing fidelity.
Developed to capture the essence of an acoustic piano keyboard,
Yamaha’s Graded Hammer Standard (GHS) keyboard offers the acoustic piano
expression, allowing you to play with nuanced tone and subtle dynamics.
It even duplicates the graded touch of an acoustic piano with a firm
feel in the bass register that transitions to a lighter, delicate feel
for the keys in the treble.
Live! Cool!, and Sweet! Voices3
Authentic guitars, lush strings, punchy brass… Yamaha’s highly
acclaimed Live!, Cool! and Sweet! Voices feature a unique blend of long,
stereo and multi-layered samples that capture the essence of each instrument, right down to genuine resonance, expression and vibrato.
Big box speakers - powerful, dynamic sound
The DGX-650’s powerful stereo speakers are housed in large enclosures
and feature separate woofers and tweeters that deliver powerful,
distortion-free bass and pure treble with excellent dynamic control.
Smart Chord functionality - the perfect backing band
Yamaha’s amazing Smart Chord function offers all the backing you
could want, automatically detecting the appropriate chord based on the
notes you play with your left hand. You don’t even need to play a chord¾
just play a single note and Smart Chord will do the rest, providing
full, professional-sounding accompaniment so you can enjoy performing.
Style Recommender - Styles the easy way!
Style Recommender lets you find styles easily without having to hunt
through endless menus to find the right one. Simply play a few notes in
the rhythm of the song you want to perform, and Style Recommender will
offer a list of matching Styles to choose from.
Easy-to-read score and lyric display
The crystal-clear LCD display is capable of displaying scores and
lyrics loaded into the DGX-650 via USB, freeing you from the need to use
a music stand when practicing.
USB ports - convenient, digital data transfer
USB ports (TO HOST and TO DEVICE) offer convenient transfer of
digital data to and from the DGX-650, making it easy to record and share
your music, create your own CDs or edit sounds with your PC. You can
even save your data to a USB flash drive to take wherever you want.
AUX-in port
Connect an external device like an iPod to the AUX-in port to listen
to your music through the speakers of the DGX-650 in crystal-clear
sound.
Loop sequencer lets you record phases just as you play them
Motion Sequencer records knob edits in real time
Active Step function and Flux function to add dynamic change to your sequences
Convenient functions for tremendous ease of use
Self-tuning function for constant, stable pitch
Sync In and Out allows clock sync of multiple instruments from the volca Series as well as Korg's Monotribe
Compact size, battery-powered operation, and built-in speaker for enjoyment anywhere
Volca Keys is a long-awaited synthesizer that adds a new chapter to the
long and storied history of Korg's analog synthesizers. This 27-key
analog lead synth delivers unbelievably powerful sound in a compact
body. Starting with a filter section that uses the circuitry of the
legendary miniKORG700S (1974), it delivers astonishing sound that takes
full advantage of Korg's half-century of know-how in circuit design.
With a simple structure that includes delay effect and a sequencer, it's
also an ideal choice for a first analog synth. It offers the richly
expressive sounds that are distinctive of analog, providing the
enjoyment of simple yet deep sound-creation. The possibilities are
endless; you can use the three oscillators to play chords, use them in
unison with detune to produce solid lead lines, or apply ring modulation
to create far-out metallic sounds.
Korg Volca Beats Analog Drum Machine
Peerless beats generated by solid analog drum sounds and an Electribe-style sequencer
Six editable analogue parts with one knob per function for easy editing
Maximum effect from minimal parameters - a unique advantage of analog
PCM sound engine expands possibilities when used with analog sounds
Loop sequencer distilled from the Electribe series
Electribe-style 16-step sequencer with eight memory patches
Stutter function generates repeated triggers that dramatically change the sequence
Active Step function generates new bass lines by removing or inserting steps.
Step Jump function instantly plays only the step you're pressing
Convenient functions for incredible ease of use
Sync In and Out allows clock sync of multiple instruments from the volca Series as well as Korg's Monotribe
MIDI In for note entry, plus external sync and control from your DAW
Go-anywhere analogue: play anywhere with the built-in speaker and optional battery power
Even today, more than thirty years after the age dominated by analog synthesizers, we just can't let go of the sound of analog rhythm machines. Those thick sounds have the power to stand up to guitar and
acoustic drums, and are still indispensable for track-making or live
performance. The volca Beats gives you those analog drums plus the
easy-to-use step sequencer of the Electribe; it lets you turn your
inspiration into reality and generate beats with the best high quality sounds.
Korg Volca Bass Analog Bass Machine
Powerful analog bass sound creation and an Electribe-inspired sequencer for the ultimate bass lines
Sync In and Out allows clock sync of multiple instruments from the volca Series as well as Korg's Monotribe
Go-anywhere analogue: play anywhere with the built-in speaker and optional battery power
Aggressive sounds that stand up to the drums; fat sounds that support
the rhythm; funky sounds that generate a groove - the volca Bass is an
analog groove box that has what you need for a wide range of bass lines.
Although simple in structure, the analog sound engine has an
unmistakable presence with subtle nuances that cannot be reproduced by a
digital simulation; it's a great choice for acid house and many other
styles of music. The step sequencer distilled from the Electribe is not
only visually intuitive; it's also a powerful way to generate "free
form" bass loops that will stimulate your inspiration.
If you have been considering buying a Roland product, think no more! Roland is extremely dedicated to their customers and this is a classic example. With the amplitude of new 2013 products they released for NAMM, they haven't stopped and are continnuing to launch exciting new products:
FP-80 Digital Piano (Available in Black and White, Option With Stand)
Stylish and portable, the FP-80 Digital Piano brings a rich and
rewarding musical experience to every piano lover. The acclaimed
SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine and Ivory Feel-S Keyboard deliver
authentic tone and touch, while an onboard multi-channel speaker system
equipped with Roland’s Acoustic Projection technology envelops you with
beautiful, immersive sound. The advanced rhythm feature further expands
the joy of playing the piano, providing dynamic, sophisticated
accompaniments that automatically follow your performances in real time.
Available in attractive black or white finishes, the versatile FP-80 is
perfect for a wide range of applications, including stage performing,
the classroom, daily practice, and entertainment at home.
Roland’s SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine onboard
Ivory Feel-S Keyboard with Escapement
Integrated four-speaker sound system with Acoustic Projection technology
Intelligent rhythm feature with full-keyboard chord recognition
Chord Pattern function provides self-playing chord sequences for practice and improvisation
90 rhythm types, with two variations for each style
Mic input and harmony effect
Available in black (FP-80-BK) and white (FP-80-WH) finishes
Compatible with DP-10 Damper Pedal (included) or RPU-3 Triple Pedal (optional)
Optional matching stands: KSC-76 (for home use) and KS-12 (for stage use)
Roland’s Premier Technologies for an Authentic Piano Experience at Home
The stylish and sophisticated FP-80 is the ideal choice for piano
enjoyment in modern living spaces, offering tone, touch, and
expressiveness to satisfy even the most demanding players. Roland’s
acclaimed SuperNATURAL Piano technology powers the onboard grand piano
sounds, delivering world-class performance with seamless velocity
response, natural tone decay, and authentic key-range behavior. The
Ivory Feel-S Keyboard with Escapement provides true grand piano feel and
expressiveness, with keys that replicate the unique appearance,
texture, and moisture-absorbing properties of real ivory. Incorporating
four discrete speakers, the innovative Acoustic Projection sound system
recreates the natural, organic sound field of an acoustic grand, filling
your home with rich, beautiful tones. You’ll also love the intuitive
Piano Designer feature, which makes it easy to personalize the FP-80’s
tone and response to suit your taste.
Pro-Level Sounds and Rhythm Features Bring Versatility for Live Playing
If you play on stage as a solo performer or with a band, the mobile
FP-80 is a ready companion, providing authentic piano expression
everywhere you go. In addition to acoustic pianos, it’s filled with a
large selection of premium sounds for the stage, including
SuperNATURAL-based classic EPs, essential organ tones, strings, modern
synths, and more. The Acoustic Projection sound system is useful for
personal monitoring on large stages, and is suitable for primary
amplification in intimate venues. When you play solo, the rhythm
function makes your piano performances shine with beautiful and
sophisticated backing. Intelligent full-keyboard chord recognition gives
you complete control of your personal band, with automatic
accompaniment that dutifully follows whatever you play. The convenient
rear-panel jack lets you connect an external mic and sing along with
your performance, and you can even add real-time harmony effects to your
voice based on the chords you play.
Unique Digital Advantages Enhance Music Practice and Composition
The FP-80’s digital technology offers many great benefits that
enhance your piano practice sessions. You can turn off the built-in
speakers and play privately using headphones, allowing you to practice
day or night without disturbing family members or neighbors. The Rhythm
accompaniments help you develop your sense of timing and groove as you
play along with various music styles, and the Chord Pattern function
lets you play along with automatic chord sequences for practicing
improvisation in different keys. Via optional USB memory, you can play
along with WAV audio files using various playback options such as key
transposition, tempo adjustment, and Center Cancel, and record your
performances as audio data for composing or self-evaluation. SMF songs
can be played from USB memory as well.
Harmony Effect and Air Recorder for More Musical Fun
The FP-80 offers a variety of ways to extend and enhance your piano
enjoyment. While entertaining at home, connect a mic and encourage
friends and family to sing along, and add in the harmony effect for
automatic vocal harmonies that are sure to impress. Plug in a USB memory
stick to record the piano and vocal performances as audio data, and
then transfer the audio to a computer to share memories of the occasion
with everyone involved. Using the optional Roland WNA1100-RL Wireless
USB Adapter, the FP-80 can also communicate with Apple’s popular iOS
devices via Roland Wireless Connect. With the free Air Recorder app, you
can play along with your favorite songs stored in your iPhone, iPad, or
iPod touch and record your performance into the app at the same time.
Roland BK-9 Backing Keyboard
The BK-9 Backing Keyboard is the new flagship instrument in the
acclaimed BK series, bringing together sensational sounds, top-class
rhythms, and an incredible selection of premium features. You have a
world of music under fingertip control, with a massive sound
selection—including Roland’s renowned SuperNATURAL sounds—and a huge
range of completely remastered rhythm accompaniments in nearly every
musical genre, from classic to modern. An innovative dual LCD system and
intuitive panel layout make it easy to direct your virtual band, while
powerful effects and assignable real-time controls let you select and
shape sounds with ease. With numerous additional highlights such as USB
song playback/recording, an onboard 16-track sequencer, Rhythm Composer,
and much more, the BK-9 is a powerhouse music machine for professional
performing, song composition, and casual enjoyment at home.
Flagship 76-note instrument with top-level sounds, industry-leading
auto-accompaniment features, and a lightweight, mobile design
Over 1,700 sounds and 70 drum kits, including 22 SuperNATURAL sounds and 500 all-new tones
Legendary Virtual Tone Wheel organs, with dedicated harmonic bars for authentic vintage organ performance
540 rhythms (including 25 new rhythms), remastered for exceptional audio quality; over 1000 Music Assistants onboard
Five independent multi-effects engines (MFX), plus dedicated mastering effects
All-new user interface with intuitive panel layout, powerful dual LCD system, and Mixer function
Professional 16-track sequencer and built-in Rhythm Composer; Chord Loop and Audio Key functions
Song playback/recording, unlimited Performance List storage, and more from convenient USB memory
XLR mic input with dedicated reverb effect; composite video output for displaying lyrics and photos
Compatible with Apple iOS devices via Roland Wireless Connect;
supports USB connection to iPad with Apple’s iPad Camera Connection Kit
Free iOS apps include BK Partner, Lyrics Viewer, Air Recorder, and more
Highly Mobile Pro Instrument, Built for Live Performance
Equipped with a pro-quality 76-note keyboard and weighing less than
21 pounds (9.4 kg), the BK-9 is surprisingly light, making it easy to
carry anywhere you want to play. Its user interface has been designed
for maximum efficiency and ease of use while performing, with an
innovative dual LCD system, logical panel layout, and many dedicated and
user-assignable controls. 10 Favorite tones can be stored for each
real-time part, an extremely convenient feature for live playing. 1000
onboard Music Assistants provide instant setups for every musical genre,
and you can save an unlimited number of custom setups as Performance
Lists to USB memory.
Massive Sound Selection
A flagship instrument deserves a flagship sound set, and the BK-9
delivers with over 1,700 fantastic sounds and 70 drum kits. 22 sounds
feature Roland’s renowned SuperNATURAL technology, providing
ultra-realistic acoustic instrument tones with an incredible range of
natural expression. Also included are 500 all-new tones, specially
selected for the BK-9 from the expansive Roland libraries. The Virtual
Tone Wheel sound engine puts legendary organ tones at your fingers, with
front-panel harmonic bars and a rotary effect for authentic organ
performance. The BK-9 is also equipped for future expansion, with a User
Tone area dedicated for upcoming BK-series sound collections.
Remastered Rhythms
Filled with full-ensemble accompaniments in almost every musical
genre imaginable, the BK-9 lets you lead the world’s most versatile
backing band as you play. 540 built-in rhythms include 25 new
selections, and all the rhythms have been remastered with the BK-9’s
superior sounds and powerful new effects processing for impressive audio
quality straight from the recording studio. Via USB memory, unlimited
additional rhythms can be added, and MP3, WAV, and SMF files can be
played as well.
Multi-Effects and Onboard Mixing
Five independent multi-effects engines (MFX) offer an enormous range
of sound processing possibilities, with three MFX dedicated to rhythms
and two MFX dedicated to real-time parts. Global reverb and chorus
effects are available as well, along with two mastering processors that
allow you to optimize the sound of the rhythm and real-time sections
separately to suit performance venues and add final polish for
recordings. A great new feature for live playing is the Mixer function,
which gives you instant adjustment of rhythm and real-time part levels,
MFX parameters, and more using the harmonic bars on the front panel.
Powerful Tools for Creativity
A built-in 16-track sequencer provides a professional platform for
composing and editing SMF data, while the Rhythm Composer lets you
create and customize your own rhythms with ease. The convenient Chord
Loop feature allows you to record and save chord sequences to drive the
rhythms, great for generating on-the-fly backing patterns for two-handed
solo/melody playing or preparing complete song arrangements for live
performance, practice, or composition in the sequencer. With the Audio
Key function, audio files stored on USB memory can be assigned to the
top seven keyboard keys for quick-access playback while performing.
Additionally, BK-9 performances can be easily recorded directly to USB
memory as CD-ready WAV audio.
Extras for Entertaining
If you sing or work with a vocalist, you’ll appreciate the BK-9’s
convenient XLR microphone input, which features phantom power, a
dedicated reverb effect, and easily accessible front-panel controls. A
composite Video Out jack is also provided, allowing you to display
embedded MP3/SMF lyrics and chord symbols on an external video monitor
for performance assistance or sing-along entertaining. Photo slideshows
can be displayed as well, letting your audience enjoy custom images
while listening to your music.
Roland Wireless Connect and Free iOS Apps
The BK-9 is compatible with Roland Wireless Connect, which provides
cable-free communication with Apple’s iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch via
Roland’s optional WNA1100-RL Wireless USB Adapter. An iPad can also be
connected directly to the BK-9 with a USB cable using Apple’s iPad
Camera Connection Kit. Many free iOS apps are available to enhance your
BK-9 experience, including Air Recorder for jamming and capturing
performances (iPhone/iPad), BK Partner for selecting tones and rhythms
(iPad), Lyrics Viewer for displaying SMF lyrics (iPad), and a number of
others.
BOSS RC-505 Loop Station
Beatboxers, singers, and club performers, your Loop Station has
arrived—introducing the RC-505, a unique and powerful live performance
tool that’s perfect for next-generation loop artists. In a compact
tabletop device, you have easy fingertip control of five stereo phrase
tracks and various loop playback behaviors, plus INPUT FX and TRACK FX
that deliver a wide range of real-time processing options for dynamic,
expressive sound creation. Just plug in a mic, instrument, or other
audio source, and then ride the intuitive panel controls to build and
mix some amazing loops! The RC-505 also supports computer integration
via USB and operation with external pedals and MIDI, opening a world of
advanced looping possibilities for all types of musicians.
Tabletop Loop Station that can be operated with the hands, perfect for beatboxers, vocalists, and club performers
Five simultaneous stereo phrase tracks, with dedicated controls and independent volume faders
Wide range of Input FX and Track FX for processing loops, including DJ and sampler-style effects
Independent play mode and tempo sync settings enable a flexible combination of track behaviors and advanced performance options
99 phrase memories, each containing five phrase tracks, custom effects/playback settings, and more
85 onboard rhythm patterns, including odd-measure beats
External control via MIDI and optional footswitches or expression pedal
USB for phrase import/export with computers; USB audio/MIDI functionality for integration with DAW software
XLR mic input with phantom power, mono/stereo instrument inputs, and stereo AUX input
Five Stereo Tracks with Dedicated Controls
The RC-505 features five stereo phrase tracks that can play
simultaneously, the most yet in a BOSS Loop Station. Independent
record/overdub/play and stop buttons for each track let you capture and
control loop performances with your fingertips, and dedicated volume
faders allow you to mix loop levels on the fly. Each track can have its
own playback mode (multi, single, one-shot, reverse, etc.) and tempo
sync settings, providing an unlimited range of creative looping
behaviors.
Powerful FX Onboard
With the large selection of built-in effects, it’s easy to enhance
your sounds as you perform. INPUT FX such as ROBOT and VOCODER create
unique, dramatic sound textures for recording loops, while TRACK FX like
VINYL FLICK and BEAT REPEAT provide dynamic DJ and sampler effects for
real-time processing of phrase playback. Six dedicated buttons—three
each for INPUT FX and TRACK FX—can be loaded with your favorite effects,
giving you one-touch on/off access while looping. In addition, effects
parameters (filter cutoff, effect depth, etc.) can be tweaked in real
time with the INPUT FX and TRACK FX knobs. Global compressor and reverb
effects are also available for processing the overall sound output.
Phrase Memories and Rhythms
99 phrase memories provide onboard storage for phrase track data,
various playback and effects settings, and more. A combination of
frequently used settings can be saved as a User Set, which you can
easily load to quickly reconfigure any phrase memory, even in the heat
of performing. 85 different onboard rhythms offer backing for loop
recording, with a large selection of odd-measure beats for advanced
looping. The rhythm part can be routed to the rear-panel PHONES jack
only, giving you a dedicated click track for monitoring purposes.
Audio Inputs and USB
The RC-505 is outfitted with a number of simultaneous inputs,
allowing you to capture and mix a variety of different audio sources as
you build loops. There’s an XLR microphone jack with phantom power,
mono/stereo ¼-inch inputs for guitars, synths, or other instruments, and
an AUX mini-jack for connecting a music player, smart phone, or other
stereo device. Via USB, you can plug into your computer and
import/export WAV audio phrases, great for loop archiving or loading up
RC-505 phrases with backing tracks or sounds for sampler-style
triggering. The RC-505 also functions as a USB audio/MIDI interface,
making it simple to integrate with your favorite DAW software for audio
recording, MIDI sync, and more.
Customized Looping Control
With the RC-505, you have the ability to set up customized real-time
controls for the way you like to loop. You can specify up to eight
different functions and operate them in a variety of ways—with
front-panel controls, an external expression pedal or foot switches,
and/or various MIDI Control Change messages—extending your command of
looping and many other operations. The eight control assignments are
stored with phrase memories, allowing you to create and recall custom
setups for different songs and performing situations.
TDM-3 Drum Mat
Secure-Performance Mat for V-Drums Portable and V-Drums Lite
This drum mat is specially designed for the V-Drums Portable and
V-Drums Lite. It helps reduce vibration and protect against floor
damage.
Mackie's DL806 digital mixer gives you the processing power and
performance of their revolutionary DL1608 console, but in a more compact
8-channel version. It sports studio-quality 24-bit Cirrus Logic
converters, built-in DSP for great-sounding effects and processing, and
eight of Mackie's award-winning Onyx microphone preamplifiers.
Integration with up to 10 iPads or other iOS devices gives you extremely
flexible mix and processing control, as well as wireless remote monitor
control and mixing. Once you add a Mackie DL806 to your rig, you'll
never go analog again!
Mackie DL806 Digital Mixer at a Glance:
8-channel mixer with 8 Onyx mic preamps
Four auxiliary sends and support for up to 10 wireless iPad connections
Record your mix to the iPad or integrate audio from any app
8-channel mixer with 8 Onyx mic preamps While
Mackie's DL806 uses your iPad for all hands-on functions, the audio
path is pure Mackie. You get eight acclaimed Onyx mix preamps, which
sound their best thanks to high-end Cirrus Logic digital converters.
Even if you're running a busy mix with lots of effects, the sound is big
and well-defined, with a remarkably low noise floor.
Four auxiliary sends and support for up to 10 wireless iPad connections The
DL806 digital mixer has four auxiliary sends available, and actually
supports up to 10 wireless iPad connections, making it easy for everyone
to control their own monitor mix. The band will love having control
over their own mix, and you'll love the time saved setting up everyone's
mix to their liking. You can even lock-out the extra iPads from certain
functions, ensuring that no one else can alter your main mix settings.
Record your mix to the iPad or integrate audio from any app It's
easy to record your main mix straight to your iPad with the DL806
digital mixer. You can also play back music from you iPad, great for
pre-show music and set breaks. In fact, you can even integrate audio
from any music app directly into your live set, thanks to the DL806's
pre-assigned iPad channel in the mixer.
Mackie DL806 Digital Mixer Features:
8-channel mixer with 8 Onyx mic preamps and high-end Cirrus Logic converters for top-notch sound quality
Built-in DSP provides EQ, compression, and gate plug-ins, plus reverb and tap delay
iPad integration gives you an easy way to control your mixes and the built-in DSP processing
4 x aux sends and support for up to 10 wireless iPad connections provide easy monitor mixing
Record your mix to the iPad or integrate audio from any app
Korg's MS-20 monophonic synthesizer, first
introduced in 1978, is still a coveted instrument to this day, thanks to
its thick, robust sound, its powerful, iconic analog filter, and its
versatile patching options. Over 300,000 people have enjoyed the
distinct MS-20 sounds from the original, from Korg's MS-20 plug-in
synth, and the iMS-20 iPad app.
Today, the
sounds of the MS-20 have been reborn as the MS-20 Mini. The same
engineers who developed the original MS-20 have perfectly reproduced its
circuitry and fitted it into a body that's been shrunk to 86% of the
original size, yet retains the distinctive look of the original that
remains unfaded despite the passage of time.
The MS-20 mini will amaze you with its absolutely authentic analog synth sound.
Highlights:
Overseen by the engineers of the original MS-20; a complete replication of the original analog circuitry:
2VCO / 2VCA / 2VCF / 2EG / 1LFO structure
Self-oscillating high-pass/low-pass filters with distinctive distortion
External signal processor (ESP)
Extremely flexible patching system
Faithful recreation of the MS20 at 86% of the size
MIDI IN and USB connector
Replicates every detail of the original, down to the package binding and the included manual
A complete replication of the original analog circuitry
The
MS-20 mini painstakingly replicates the original MS-20. A development
team led by the original engineers themselves worked to recreate the
original circuitry, and when it was necessary to substitute a part,
these engineers made the decisions based on careful listening, in order
to reproduce the original sound faithfully.
In
fact, the sound of the MS-20 mini has a somewhat bright and extreme
quality to it because its sound is that of an original MS-20 in mint
condition at the time it went on sale, before any of the components
aged.
2VCO / 2VCF / 2VCA / 2EG / 1LFO structure
The
MS-20 mini reproduces the distinctive synthesis of the MS-20; two
oscillators with ring modulation, and envelope generators with hold and
delay. The VCA maintains the basic design of the original, but it's been
modified to produce less noise than the original.
Self-oscillating high-pass/low-pass filters with distinctive distortion
One
of the greatest characteristics of the MS-20 was its powerful filters,
which provided resonance on both the high-pass and the low-pass.
Maximizing the resonance would cause the filter to self-oscillate like
an oscillator, producing a distinctive and dramatic tonal change that
was acclaimed as inimitable, and was later used on the monotron and
monotribe. The filter circuit was changed mid-way through the production
lifecycle of the MS-20; the MS-20 mini uses the earlier filter, which
was felt to be superior due to its more radical sound.
External signal processor (ESP) for processing an external signal
The
ESP carries on the experimental spirit of MS-20; it allows you to use
the pitch or volume of an external audio source to control the
synthesizer. For example you can input an electric guitar and use the
MS-20 mini as a guitar synthesizer, or input a mic and use it as a vocal
synthesizer.
Extremely flexible patching system
The
patching system provided to the right of the panel lets you create
complex sounds by plugging-in cables to change the connections between
the various units. The possibilities are limited only by the user's
imagination; different combinations of the modulation input/output and
trigger, sample and hold, and noise generator can produce an incredible
variety of sounds. By patching according to the MS-20 flow chart that's
printed on the panel, even the beginner can start taking advantage of
these possibilities right away.
Faithful recreation of the MS20 at 86% of the size
MS-20's
design concept started by borrowing from the vertical layout found on
larger and more expensive modular synths of its time, and then creating a
more portable, inexpensive, and easier to use version.
To
make it even more approachable, the MS-20 mini has been shrunk to 86%
of the size of the original MS-20. In spite of its smaller size,
meticulous care has been taken to accurately reproduce the knob design
and the printing. The patch cables have been changed from 1/4" phone
plugs to mini-plugs, and the newly-designed keyboard is also 86% of the
original size.
Replicates every detail of the original
Our
effort to remain faithful to the original is not limited to the unit
itself. Even the package that contains the unit replicates the original
as far as possible. Also included are the original MS-20 owner's manual
and settings chart, explaining how to create sounds. Now you can
experience the excitement of the MS20, just like it was during its
original release in 1978.
MIDI IN connector and USB connector
The
MS-20 mini provides a MIDI IN jack for receiving note messages, and a
USB-MIDI connector that can transmit and receive note messages. You can
even connect the MS20 mini to your computer and play it from a
sequencer.
Piano players of all levels appreciate playing an instrument that faithfully reproduces the sound and feel of a Concert grand piano. Korg's SP280 offers that experience in a beautifully designed digital piano that's ideal for your home or as a partner on stage.
Highlights:
Rich, dynamic acoustic piano sounds that are enjoyable to play
Authentic vintage electric piano sounds, perfect for live performance
Made for the gigging musician, the Roland RD-64
is a portable 64-note digital piano equipped with the Ivory Feel-G
keyboard and SuperNATURAL Piano sound engine. Offering the
weighted-action playability and superior sound quality of Roland’s
88-note stage pianos in a much lighter and more compact instrument, the
RD-64 is perfect for gigging, mobile composing, project studios and
more.
The streamlined, lightweight design of the Roland RD-64 Digital Piano
makes it easy to transport in small vehicles, takes up less space on
crowded stages, and is perfect for use in home studios and school
applications where space is at a premium.
Onboard effects include a high-quality stereo reverb, plus EFX 1 and
EFX 2 processors loaded with effects specifically tailored for the
built-in sounds. Also included is a two-band EQ for overall sound
shaping, with easy adjustment via two dedicated knobs. Stereo RCA
inputs allow the user to connect an external music player for live
backing tracks and practicing.
Roland V-Combo VR-09 Mobile Keyboard
The Roland V-Combo VR-09 Mobile Keyboard was
designed from the ground up with live players in mind. A built-in
looper lets users build rich ensemble tracks on the fly with the
instrument’s large selection of sounds, including the newly added
transistor-type organ which offers the unique sound of combo
instruments from the 1960s. WAV, MP3, and SMF songs can be played
directly from optional USB flash memory for a full-band sound while
performing solo or in small combos. Seven different effects are
available simultaneously, with dedicated knobs that allow users to
tweak multiple parameters with a single twist.
The free VR-09 Editor app for iPad provides powerful control of the
organ and synth sound engines via the tablet’s full-color touchscreen
interface. iPad users can intuitively edit the V-Combo VR-09’s organ and
synth sounds at home with the VR-09 Editor, then take the tablet to
the gig and use the app for additional real-time control on stage.
