Korg has announced the KP3+ Dynamic Effects/Sampler module and Kaossilator Pro+ Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer/Loop Recorder at NAMM 2013.
The KP3+ provides even more creative power for live and in-studio use while retaining the intuitive and user-friendly Kaoss touchpad interface.
It offers the original KP3 effects, sounds and features, plus 22 all-new, diverse effect programs for everything from various EDM genres to rock and beyond. All are complemented by an enhanced, intuitive pad illumination system.
KP3+ features
- Use the touchpad to control effects in real time.
- A total of 150 effects ideal for DJ mixing and sound design; 42 new types including:
- Vinyl Break simulates a turntable.
- Ducking Compressor emphasizes the backbeats.
- Newly-designed looper lets you freely manipulate loops.
- Effects you can use for breaks in your DJ play.
- High-spec sampling functionality.
- Numerous functions to make your performance even more expressive
- FX Release function controls the reverberation to produce a more natural decay.
- Mute function cuts the input signal and outputs only the effect sound.
- Pad Motion function records and reproduces your effect usage.
- Practical functions that are easy to use during live performance or production
- Eight program memories let you switch effects instantly.
- Hold function sustains the effect sound.
- Set the tempo with auto BPM, tap tempo, or the BPM knob.
- Pad LEDs ensure high visibility even in the dark.
- Highly expandable for even greater potential
- USB MIDI allows for use as a powerful MIDI controller.
- Store sample data on an SD/SDHC card.
- Dedicated editor software for centralized management of sample data and settings.
The Korg KP3+ will be available April 2013 for a street price of $349.99 USD.
The Kaossilator Pro+ is a dynamic phrase synthesizer/loop recorder that lets you perform and create multi-layered music in any style – with just the touch of a finger.
The Kaossilator Pro+ is packed with 250 programs, including more of the cutting-edge synth sounds that Korg is known for. Like all Kaoss-based products, this versatile new instrument offers creative musical possibilities and intuitive control over multiple parameters simply by moving a finger across the X-Y touchpad.
Kaossilator Pro+ features
- Freely playable synthesizer; simply touch the touchpad to play notes and manipulate sounds in real time.
- A total of 250 sound programs (including drum program) cover a wide range of styles, including 62 new programs.
- Loop Recording function allows intuitive performance and recording, and 4 infinitely stackable loop banks are available.
- Numerous functions for unlimited performance possibilities
- Scale/Key settings make it easy for anyone to perform with no wrong notes.
- Note Range function lets you specify the horizontal pitch range of the touchpad.
- Gate Arpeggiator function allows you to easily control phrases with the slider.
- Pad LEDs ensure excellent visibility even in the dark.
- USB MIDI allows use as a powerful MIDI controller.
- Store recorded loop data and even externally –made .WAV files on an SD/SDHC card.
- Dedicated editor software for centralized management of sample data and settings.
The Korg Kaossilator Pro+ will be available April 2013 for a street price of $399.99 USD.
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