Description

KORG multi/poly module offers all the sound and editing features of the multi/poly in a compact 19" format for desktop placement or rack mounting (occupies 4 units). With the same controls as the keyboard model, it fits perfectly into any occasion from studio production to live performance. 4 parts with 4 oscillators each, usable individually or layered, 60 voices of polyphony, and filters and behaviors typical of analog expertly reproduced for a concrete sound experience. In addition, support for MIDI 2.0 property exchange and polyphonic aftertouch.

Inspired by the legendary KORG Mono/Poly, KORG's multi/poly analog modeling synthesizer offers incredibly credible and impactful analog-style sounds, combined with extraordinary digital processing and editing power that ensures great flexibility in the studio and on stage.

Korg multi/poly Module: Rack-Mount and Desktop

The multi/poly module is intelligently designed for both tabletop and rack-mount placement. The front panel has been redesigned to fit a standard 19" width and a height equivalent to 4 rack units, while the rear panel dedicated to connections is recessed to allow easy cable access, even with equipment mounted directly above. For desktop setups, the included brackets offer various panel angles, which can thus be oriented as desired to adapt to standing performances or for working seated in the studio.

The instrument is fully compatible with Programs from the multi/poly virtual instrument software and the keyboard version, as well as a growing number of excellent third-party sound libraries. With support for MIDI 2.0 property exchange and polyphonic aftertouch, the module is an excellent complement to Korg's Keystage controller (click here for info/purchase).

Next-Generation Analog Modeling

The multi/poly module features redesigned filters and oscillators with exceptional sound quality – and its advancements in analog modeling go far beyond classic basic behavior and signal path. To begin, each voice is equipped with a Virtual Voice Card, whose oscillators, filters, envelopes, LFOs, and portamento circuits model the variations of analog hardware components. The result is that each voice has a slightly different character, creating naturally rich timbres. You can adjust how much variation you want, separately for each sound.

Just like in an analog synthesizer, voice cards continue to operate even if you're not listening to them. Envelopes evolve, so if you play a pad with a long release time, newly played notes "catch" the envelope at its current level instead of restarting from scratch. Oscillators and LFOs maintain their phase, and resonance continues to vibrate. Even the pitch of each oscillator can slightly vary over time, simulating the slight pitch instabilities typically found in analog hardware.

Envelopes are an often-overlooked factor that contributes to the unique sounds of vintage synthesizers. The Korg multi/poly module synth includes envelope curve presets from Mono/Poly, MS-20, "Mini," "Pro," ARP Odyssey, and more. Additionally, analog VCAs do not respond uniformly to voltage and have different thresholds for turn-on and turn-off, all elements that strongly influence the character of the amplifier's envelope. Again, in addition to a linear option, we have various presets derived from the emulation of iconic vintage analog instruments.

Have you ever tried to recreate a portamento effect from a favorite song, without being able to find the right setting, even by switching between "constant speed" and "constant time"? Even classic analog synthesizers had different approaches to portamento, and for this reason, the multi/poly offers six different portamento models to choose from.

KORG multi/poly module Technical Specifications

- Desktop/rack version of the multi/poly

- Maximum polyphony: 60 voices (varies depending on settings)

- Dimensions and weight 483x172x107mm; 1.7KG

- Rack footprint: 19" width, 4 units height

- Included accessories: AC Adapter

NB: Other specifications are the same as the multi/poly: click here for info.