Korg - News and Rumours
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How To Sound Like Muse
27 Aug 2022 · Explore the world of Muse, one of the most gear-centric bands ever. We check out some of their gear choices from studio and stage.
Paul McCartney at 80: His instruments & amps from The Beatles to today
25 Jul 2022 · In the spirit of Paul McCartney's 80th birthday celebration this week, we look back at some of his favourite gear choices over the years.
Is NAMM worth it still? Do trade shows need to evolve?
10 Jun 2022 · NAMM 2022 was much smaller than previous shows. Do trade shows need to evolve and are they still relevant in a world of social media?
Korg buys Darkglass Electronics
20 May 2022 · Korg has bought the Finnish pedal and amp makers. Will anything change for bassists or will everything stay the same? Or is it too early to tell?
Korg Volca FM2 Review: Is it really a budget DX7?
25 Apr 2022 · Korg has revamped the popular Volca FM with some much needed new features. Let’s check out this mini and deliciously fragrant DX7 pretender.
Korg Volca FM: 2nd-gen comes with 6 voices, MIDI Out, and more
14 Apr 2022 · The 2nd-gen KORG Volca FM looks the same, but has many improvements: 6 voices, more memory, a new reverb effect, MIDI output, and more!
Korg releases wavestate native and opsix native software synthesizers
22 Mar 2022 · Korg has released the wavestate native and opsix native plug-ins. The software versions of the popular synths are fully compatible with the hardware.
Best-Selling Synthesizers 2021: We reveal the year’s most successful synths!
27 Dec 2021 · The year's most successful synthesizers, according to sales at Thomann: This year's list has some surprises in store. Was your favourite among the top 20?
Best Synthesizers 2021: Top boutique, reissue, Eurorack and DIY synths of the year!
13 Dec 2021 · Which hardware synthesizer modulated your waveforms? A vintage reissue, an up and coming boutique, or a workhorse synth? Here are our top picks!
WIN SOME SYNTHS! Thomann launches €6,000 synthesizer giveaway
19 Nov 2021 · Thomann has €6,000 worth of hardware and software synths to give away including gear from Korg, Moog, Native Instruments, SOMA Labs and more!
Korg Opsix 2.0: The FM synth gets an update with new features and new presets
26 Oct 2021 · Korg has released the 2.0 update for the Opsix FM synthesizer. The new OS brings a new operator mode, new waveforms, new presets and more.
Korg Modwave gets Sample Builder and more in the 1.1 update
01 Oct 2021 · The Sample Builder that was recently released for the Korg Wavestate makes it onto the Modwave where you can load up to 4GB of your own samples.
Break through creative block! Tips and gear to get you composing again
25 Sep 2021 · Running out of ideas? In a creative cul-de-sac? Here are some valuable pointers and ideas for gear that will get you composing again.
Best Hardware Sequencers: How to go dawless with gear from Korg, Arturia, Erica and co.
18 Sep 2021 · So, you're thinking of going Dawless and are considering a hardware sequencer. What are the options and what could they bring to the sequencing table?
Korg Wavestate gets sample import in 2.0 firmware update
02 Sep 2021 · Korg finally releases the long-promised editor/librarian for the Wavestate synthesizer along with sample import, Sample Building and a bunch of other stuff.
Korg Collection 3: New emulations of classic synths
29 Jul 2021 · A welcome update to what's become a classic collection of historic Korg synthesizers in software form adding the miniKORG 700S, Prophecy and Triton Extreme.
Korg modwave: Preorders open on this motion infused wavetable synth
07 Jul 2021 · Korg re-announces their modwave wavetable synthesizer, the reviews are in and preorders are open for shipping in the autumn.
Review: Korg Modwave Wavetable synthesizer
07 Jul 2021 · Korg's Modwave wavetable synthesizer is a fun and exciting digital synth that suffers from an abundance of modulation - and that's a great thing!
Kraftwerk – their legendary synths, sequencers and sounds
12 Jun 2021 · No band has shaped electronic music like Kraftwerk. Which synths and sequencers did they use and what modern gear gives you the classic sound? Find out here.
NAMM 2021: Korg Gadget VR – Ready Player One?
20 Jan 2021 · Korg has released a preview video of the forthcoming Gadget VR which takes their cool iOS synths and beatboxes into the virtual realm. Grab a helmet and let's go!
NAMM 2021: Korg Wavestate SE – 61 keys of wave sequencing
20 Jan 2021 · Korg pushes out the sides of their Wavestate synthesizer to a player-friendly 61 keys, adds aftertouch, a pro feel and more sounds.
NAMM 2021: The new Korg ARP 2600 M is compact, cool and classy
18 Jan 2021 · We knew it! Korg has announced a smaller version of their ARP 2600 reissue that brings the iconic sound and look in a more convenient size and achievable price tag.