microKONTROL(View Specifications)
The microKONTROL is the ultimate portable MIDI keyboard controller, providing every function and type of control you need for computer - based music production or performance.
With a compact and sophisticated-looking design, it includes a three-octave keyboard (37 note mini keyboard), eight encoders, eight sliders, and sixteen trigger pads that you can use to control your favorite soft synths, DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), or other musical tools such as external MIDI sound modules. It is the perfect choice for making music on the go thanks to its compact design, and it will fit into the tightest performance space.
A compact MIDI keyboard controller
that provides 35 different controllers
The microKONTROL’s velocity-sensitive 37-note mini keyboard provides Octave Shift and Transpose functions that allow it to cover the full range of C-1 through G9. Eight different velocity curves are provided – you can select the response that works best for your playing. Eight encoders and sliders, sixteen pads, a joystick with switch, and support for pedals give you a total of 35 different controllers, making this the ultimate controller for direct and intuitive operation.
Eight encoders and sliders, with associated LCDs
The eight encoders and sliders can be assigned to transmit any MIDI control change (including NRPN and RPN messages) to control volume, panning, or anything else. Operating a controller will transmit the MIDI message assigned to it. Each encoder and slider also has an LCD (sub display) that indicates the parameter and the transmitted value, with the backlight color changing between orange and green to distinguish between the encoder and slider. Since you won't have to watch your computer screen while you operate the controllers, your fingers will be linked to your music in a more physical way. The LCD can display either decimal or hexadecimal values.
Sixteen trigger pads that also function as control switches
The microKONTROL provides sixteen trigger pads that can be assigned with an unprecedented degree of freedom. The pads can be used to trigger notes with full velocity transmission, or assigned to transmit MIDI control changes to operate the transport of your recording software or act as any type of switch.
Please note: Cosmetic and Technical specifications are subject to change without notice
microKONTROL Specifications
microKONTROL Software
Editor Librarian V.2.02 Windows Vista SP1 compatible
This is the most recent version of the Editor Librarian Software, Version 2.02 for the microKONTROL. Now compatible with Windows Vista SP1.
PC: MK_Editor_Librarian_setup_e2_02.zip
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System Update Version 1.03
This new system update adds some significant new functions to the microKONTROL
You can read all about installation and the additions by downloading the ReadMe.pdf file, or just download the applicable file, which already includes the ReadMe.pdf file.
Note:
PC users - This updater is compatible with Windows XP only, do not try to run it with Windows 98/Me/2000.
Mac users - This updater requires MacOSX Version 10.2 or later. It will run under Rosetta on an IntelMac, but Korg cannot guarantee operation on every possible Macintosh system.
PC: microKONTROL_0103_PCUpdater.zip
Mac: KONTROLMacUpdater.zip
Update Information
PDF: ReadMe_E.pdf
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Latest USB MIDI Driver For PC & MAC
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Editor Librarian Version 2.0
The microKONTROL originally came with a Librarian Program. This has been upgraded to the microKONTROL Editor / Librarian Version 2.0. This new version adds the ability to edit the function of each and every controller, to swap and copy controller functions within a scene, as well as copying controller functions from scene to scene.
With these new Editing functions, you can use your computer to quickly and easily personalize the microKONTROL to your own tastes, as well as to build libraries of scenes for your own applications. The computer environment enhances the parameter editing functions of the microKONTROL, providing "at-a-glance" displays of all current controller assignments and more.
The Version 2.0 Editor Librarian is available for Windows XP and Mac OS X.
Inside the compressed download file you will find the installer, installation instructions (.pdf) and a brief manual (.pdf).
PC: mK_Editor_Win_200e.zip
Mac: mK_Editor_Mac_200.dmg
microKONTROL Documents
MIDI Specifications
This reference document is the full MIDI implementation for the microKONTROL, in .PDF format. This document also includes data information for the Native KORG Mode messages.
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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: microKONTROLEasyStart.pdf
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In-box Template description documents
These are descriptions for all the device templates that come on the CD-ROM included with the microKONTROL.
Mac users: If your product came with a sheet stating that you need the revised documents, here they are!
Note: These files are almost 7 megabytes of data. Depending on your Internet connection, it may take some time to download.
PC: MK_WIN_TEMPLATEDOCS.ZIP
Mac: MK_MAC_TEMPLATEDOCS.SIT
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Owner's Manual for the microKONTROL
This is the original owner's manual for the KORG microKONTROL MIDI Studio Controller in .pdf form.