X50 Music Synthesizer - With The Musical Heart of the Korg TR
Introducing the new X50 music synthesizer; packed with Korg's distinctive and world-renown sounds, designed for easy and intuitive operation, and with an ultra-light and compact design that's ideal for the active musician.
• 512 professional-quality sound programs produced
by the HI synthesis system used on the world-famous TRITON series.
• 384 combinations, each allowing up to eight programs to be freely combined to create complex sounds.
• Multi Mode allows the X50 to be played from your external sequencer as a 16-part multi-timbral sound module.
• Powerful effect section with four processors (one insert effect, two master effects, one master EQ).
• Four-channel audio output (two main channels, two individual channels), a first in its class.
• Dual polyphonic arpeggiator for even more
musical enjoyment.
• USB connector allows single-cable MIDI connection with your computer.
• Stand-alone and innovative plug-in sound editing software is included, allowing you to tweak and program the X-50, even within your DAW software.
Korg's brilliant sounds in a handy size
The Korg X50 music synthesizer features the HI (Hyper Integrated) sound engine that's used on the world-famous TRITON series. It gives you pro-quality sounds in an ultra-compact body. This keyboard synthesizer delivers unbeatable convenience and enjoyment for live performance or song production.
A rich array of sounds and powerful effects
The 64 MB PCM memory contains a wide range of sounds, including piano, strings, guitar, and synth sounds. With 512 sound Programs, as well as 384 “Combinations” that let you use up to eight Programs together, you can start enjoying a diverse selection of great sounds right away. The effect section lets you simultaneously use four effects (one insert effect, two master effects, and one EQ), and provides a full selection of effect types such as reverb, chorus, and delay. Best of all, the X50 is compatible with Korg's TR line of music workstations so you can share sounds and songs with Korg users around the world.
Dual arpeggiator makes performance even more fun
An arpeggiator lets you play a variety of phrases using just one finger, and the X50 provides two polyphonic arpeggiators! For example, in Combination mode you can use the two arpeggiators to play drums and bass while you play chords and melody, giving you amazing power for live performances. In addition to five basic preset arpeggio patterns, the X50 also provides an additional 251 patterns containing various phrases. Of course you can also create your own original patterns and store them in internal memory.
Easy operation for immediate use
Finding the right sound quickly when you have so many to choose from can be a problem on some systems, but never Korg's! The X50 organizes its vast array of sounds into sixteen categories, and provides a Category Select function that makes it quick and easy to choose the sound you need from the category you specify. There's also an Audition Riff function that provides one-touch audition of each sound. Four knobs can be used to quickly adjust sounds, effects and arp settings, and the ClickPoint cursor makes the X50 a pleasure to use and play.
Light and compact design for easy portability
The X50 packs professional-quality sounds and a wide range of functions into an amazingly light and compact body. Even with a 61-note keyboard that gives you plenty of room to perform, the X50 boasts an ultra-light weight of only 4.5 kg --- about the same as an electric guitar. The compact design ensures that it can fit into the smallest home studio workspace, and thanks to its cool side handles the X50 is easy to take along wherever you go.
Cutting-edge connections
In a first for its class, the X50 features individual outputs, allowing professional setups in which the sounds of specific parts are sent to their own outputs. This can be very useful in situations such as recording when you may want to EQ and process each sound separately, and for surround-sound applications.
The X50 also provides a USB connector that lets you establish MIDI connections with your computer using a single cable – no interface needed. A powerful Multi mode give you 16 parts to create music with, with the full complement of effects and other settings to make complete songs using only the X50 and your computer. 128 Multis can be saved and recalled, with 16 preloaded covering many common music styles and genres.
It also comes with editor/librarian software that makes it easy to create and organize sounds using your computer. Two versions are provided: a traditional stand-alone application and an innovative plug-in version (VST, AU, and RTAS formats supported) that can run within your DAW and MIDI sequencing software. Both versions are colourful, graphic-rich, and provide a wonderful interface for working with the X50 in all its modes.
Please note: Cosmetic and Technical specifications are subject to change without notice
Hear X50 Music Synthesizer Demos
Out Of The Box (mp3, 2.95MB)
Composed, arranged, performed by Richard Friedman
©2005 Richard Friedman Music
Musical Journey (mp3, 3.12 MB)
By Jack Hotop
©2006 KORG Inc. - all rights reserved.
RDE Updates (mp3, 4.84 MB)
By Taiki Imaizumi
©2006 KORG Inc. - all rights reserved.
X50 System Version 1.0.5 Update
This "zipped" download contains the Version 1.0.5 Operating System update for the X50, which adds support for Windows 7
We always recommend the use of the most current software to all users.
PC:Operating System:X50_Updater_Win_105.zip (2.3MB)
MAC:Operating System:X50_Updater_105.dmg (2.3MB)
Ver 1.0.5 Release notes. (pdf)
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Latest USB MIDI Driver For PC & MAC
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Editor Version 1.05 / Plug-In Editor Software
This software allows you to edit the microX in a stand-alone operation, or it can run as a plug-in editor in an AU, VST or RTAS environment.
This is Version 1.05. This is a newer version than the one that was included on the CD-ROM that came with your microX. The processing time to search for the MIDI port connected to the microX is shortened. This editor was successfully tested under Mac Universal Binary and also on Windows Vista using a PC with dual processors.
Note: The plug-in versions work properly with host applications that support Windows Vista. (August 1, 2007)
Note: You must uninstall any previous versions of the microX Editor software before you attempt to install this version. Windows users can uninstall using the regular Windows Uninstaller; MAC users must download the Uninstaller file below.
Note: You must install the KORG USB-MIDI Driver if you want to connect the microX to your computer via USB and use the microX Editor/Plug-In Editor.
A manual for the software is also included as part of this download. Due to their similar voice structure, the microX and the X50 share the same manual for their editor software. So don't be alarmed and think that you have the wrong manual!
PC: X50Editor_win_105_en.zip
Mac: KORG X50 Editor v1.0.5.dmg
Editor / Plug-In Editor Software Mac Uninstaller program
Mac: X50_Editor_Uninstaller.dmg
Easy Start Guide
The Easy Start Guide is a quick step-by-step tutorial that provides a basic overview and highlights key features. While not a replacement for the Owner's Manual, this is a friendly "hands on" guide that provides a good place to start in getting familiar with this unit.
PDF: X50_EasyStart.pdf
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Operation Guide
This is the Operation Guide for the Korg X50 Music Synthesizer in .pdf form. The Operation Guide is the first volume of the Owner's Manual. Read this manual first.
PDF: X50_OpGuide_E1.pdf
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Parameter Guide
This is the Parameter Guide for the Korg X50 Music Synthesizer in .pdf form. The Parameter Guide is the second volume of the Owner's Manual. The complete documentation for the X50 also includes
the Operation Guide. Please read the Operation Guide first.
The X50 Music Synthesizer and the microX Synthesizer/Controller share the same Parameter Guide.
PDF: X50_microX_ParamGuide_E2.pdf
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Voice Name List
This is the Voice Name List for the Korg X50 Synthesizer/Controller in .pdf form.
The Voice Name List provides a reference for the X50 data, including:
Combinations
Programs
Drum Kits / GM Drum Kits
Multisamples
Drumsamples
Arpeggiator Patterns
Audition Riffs
Demo Songs
PDF: X50_VNL_EFGJ1.pdf