Kross 2 MB
Discover the next level of creativity with the Kross 2. With over 1,000 built-in sounds, advanced sampling and performance functions, powerful effects, and user-friendly layout, it's designed for seamless music production. It's ultra-lightweight and can be battery powered, making it perfect for on-the-go compositions and performances.
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Exceptional sound quality
With the power of EDS-i sound engine, Kross 2 offers a rich selection of more than 1,000 preset sounds and 134 high-quality effects. Discover multi-layered pianos, electric pianos, lush strings, current EDM drum kits, and more. The wide selection of programs covers your needs from live performance to studio production.
The effects capabilities of the EDS-I sound engine are immense. You can use a total of seven effects units simultaneously: five insert and two master. Kross 2 packs in 134 high-quality effects, including standard effects such as delay and reverb as well as amp modelling, vintage effect units, and even a vocoder.
Built-In expansion PCM memory
The Kross 2 is fitted with 128 MB of built-in expansion PCM memory, letting you select from optional libraries and expand Kross 2's internal sounds to match your performance style or situation.
Sampling and pads
A class-leading feature of the Kross 2 is the sampling function that provides 16 playable pads. You can record the input from the LINE IN jack and assign a stereo sample of up to 14 seconds to each pad, with simultaneous triggering of up to four pads. Resample, normalize, and extensively sample with no additional equipment required.
Easy access and realtime control
With a user-friendly layout, Kross 2 gives straightforward access to sounds and functions. The realtime control section enables direct control of Kross 2's main parameters, effects, simple program editing, and even vocoder settings without navigating through menu hierarchies.
Quick access
The favorite function allows registration and instant recall of up to 128 frequently-used sounds, making this feature perfect for live performers needing quick access to specific sounds on stage.
Quick layer/split
A dedicated quick layer/split button allows you to effortlessly layer two sounds or assign separate sounds to the left and right regions of the keyboard.
Ultra-lightweight and compact
The 61-key model boasts an impressive weight of only 3.8 kg. Incredible power efficiency allows up to seven hours of battery-powered operation from six AA batteries. The 88-key model features a convenient accessory compartment for spare batteries or cables and an easily accessible front-located battery panel!
Audio player/recorder
The built-in stereo audio recorder lets you record your Kross 2 performance or overdub vocals, with the pad audio play function allowing for extended recording and playback that is only limited by the capacity of the SD card.
Comprehensive production support
From the 16-track MIDI sequencer, step sequencer, drum track with 772 preset drum patterns, to the arpeggiator, the Kross 2 supports your song production and creativity.
Mic connection and vocoder performance
The 1/4" phone MIC IN jack lets you connect a mic directly, providing an all-in-one solution for singer-instrumentalists. With a built-in vocoder function and easy access via the real-time control section, the Kross 2 enables rapid vocoder performances.
USB Audio Interface
The Kross 2 serves as a USB audio interface, letting you connect to your Mac, Windows PC, iPad, or iPhone for DAW recording or playing along with tracks. Use the Korg Module high-quality sound module app or the Korg Gadget DAW app for more extensive performance and recording options.
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Specifications
System
EDS-i (Enhanced Definition Synthesis - integrated)
Sound Engine
Maximum Polyphony: 120 voices (120 oscillators), single mode; 60 voices (60 oscillators), single mode
* The actual maximum polyphony will vary depending on oscillator settings such as stereo multisamples and velocity crossfading.
Preset PCM Memory
Approximately 128 MB (calculated as 48 kHz / 16-bit linear PCM data equivalent)
496 multisamples (including seven stereo), 1014 drumsamples (including 49 stereo)
Expansion PCM Memory
Approximately 128MB (*when converted to 48 kHz 16-bit linear PCM)
* Used when loading option PCM
Program
Oscillator: OSC1 (Single), OSC1+2 (Double); Stereo multisamples are supported; 4 velocity zones per oscillator, with switching, crossfades and layers.
Filters
Four types of filter routing (single, serial, parallel, 24 dB); Two multi-mode filters per voice (low pass, high pass, band pass, band reject)
Modulation
Two envelope generators (Filter & Amp), two LFOs, two key tracking generators (Filter & Amp), two AMS mixers; Additionally includes pitch EG, common LFO, and two common key tracking generators
Combination
Timbres: Up to 16 timbres, switchable via key zone or velocity zone, layer and crossfade supported; Tone Adjust function allows program settings to be offset
Master Keyboard Functionality
These allow you to control external MIDI devices
Drumkits
Stereo and mono drumsamples; 4-way velocity switches with crossfades and adjustable crossfade shapes (Linear, Power, Layer)
The Number of Combinations/Programs/Drum Kits
User Combinations: 896 Combinations (384 Preload)
User Programs: 1280 Programs (768 Preload)
User Drum Kits: 58 Drum Kits (42 Preload)
Preset Programs: 265 Programs (256 GM2 Programs + 9 GM2 Drum Programs)
* Total number of preload programs and preset programs: 1,075 (810 preload programs, 265 preset programs)
Favorites
Number of memories: 128 (16 favorites × 8 banks)
Effects
Insert Effects: 5 Insert Effects; In-line processing; stereo in - stereo out.
Master Effects: 2 Master Effects; Two effects sends; stereo in - stereo out.
Effects Types: Total of 134 types (select from 74 types for insert effects, 101 types of master effect 1, and 120 types for master effect 2)
Modulation: Dynamic Modulation; Effects Control Bus
Stereo side-chaining for limiter, gates, vocoders, etc.
Polyphonic Arpeggiators
Program Mode: One arpeggiator
Combination Mode: Two arpeggiators
Sequencer Modes: Two arpeggiators
Preset Arpeggio Patterns: UP, DOWN, ALT1, ALT2, RANDOM
User Arpeggio Patterns: 1280 (1024 preload); Number of tones: 12 tones; Number of steps: up to 64 steps
Step Sequencer
Program Mode, Combination Mode, Sequencer Mode: One unit
Number of tones: 12 tones + 1 accent tone; Number of steps: up to 64 steps
* Can be created for each program, combination, and song.
Drum Track
Preset Patterns: 772 patterns (held in common with sequencer patterns)
Trigger Mode / Sync / Zone settings can be specified
Sequencer
Tracks: 16 MIDI Tracks
Number of Songs: Up to 128 songs
Resolution: 1/480
Tempo: 40.00–300.00 (1/100 BPM resolution)
Maximum Memory: Up to 210,000 MIDI events
Counter: Measure/Beat/Tick
Template Song: 16 preset/16 user template songs
Preset Patterns: 772 patterns (shared with Drum Track patterns)
Format: KORG (KROSS) format, SMF format 0 and 1
Pad Sampler
Specifications: 16 pads × 8 banks; Automatically saved on the SD card, and automatically loaded; Up to four pads can play simultaneously
Recording Format: PCM audio format 48 kHz/16-bit
Recording Time: Up to approximately 14 seconds of stereo sample for each pad
Import: WAVE format, file name extension: .wav, 44.1 kHz/16-bit, 48 kHz/16-bit, stereo
Edit
Waveform display editing functionality, start address and looping settings etc., normalize and other editing operations
Audio Recorder
Recording Format: PCM audio format 48kHz/16bit
Import: WAVE format (file name extension: wav) 44.1kHz/16bit, 48kHz/16bit stereo
Export: WAVE format (file name extension: .wav) 48kHz/16bit, stereo
Recording Time: Maximum continuous recording time: 3 hours; approximately 90 minutes per 1 GB
Number of Songs: Up to 200 songs; Overdub Recordings: Depends on SD card capacity
Counter: Hour/Min/Sec
Pad Audio Play
16 pads × 8 banks; Directly play back data from SD card; Multiple pads cannot be played simultaneously
Media
File, Utility, Information, additional PCM data management functionality
Controllers
General Control: Pitch bend wheel, Modulation wheel, SW1, SW2
Realtime Control: SELECT button, SWITCH button, KNOB1 knob, KNOB2 knob
Step Sequencer/Favorite/Pad Sampler/Pad Audio Play: Pads 1–16; STEP SEQ ACTIVE button, Run button; FAVORITES ACTIVE button; SAMPLER ACTIVE button, HOLD button; AUDIO PLAY ACTIVE button; BANK LEDA/B/C/D/E/F/G/H (also used by Step sequencer, Favorite, Pad Sampler, and Pad Audio Play)
Drum Track: DRUM TRACK button
Arpeggiator: ARP button
Audio Recorder: AUDIO REC button
User Interface
Display: 240 × 64 pixel LCD backlight; Adjustable contrast (hold the EXIT button and turn the VALUE dial)
Category: CATEGORY dial, VALUE dial
Mode: COMBI button, PROG button, SEQ (GLOBAL/MEDIA) button
Value Controllers: Cursor buttons, EXIT, ENTER, FUNCTION, PAGE-, PAGE+, MENU buttons
Sequencer: REC button, START/STOP button
Quick Layer Split: LAYER/SPLIT button
Other: VOLUME knob
Control Input
DAMPER (Supports piano-style half-damper pedals as well as standard foot switches); ASSIGNABLE SWITCH; ASSIGNABLE PEDAL
Audio Outputs (Analog)
AUDIO OUTPUT L/MONO, R; Connectors: 6.3 mm (1/4") phone jacks (TS unbalanced); Output Impedance: 1.1k ohm stereo, 550 ohm mono (L/Mono only); Maximum Level: +10.0 dBu; Load Impedance: 10k ohm or greater; Controllable by the VOLUME knob
Headphone Output
Connectors: 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini phone jack; Output Impedance: 33 ohm; Maximum Level: 40 + 40 mW; Controllable by the VOLUME knob
Audio Inputs (Analog)
LINE IN: Connectors: 3.5 mm (1/8") stereo mini phone jack; Input Impedance: 1.1k ohm; Maximum Input Level: -42 to 0 dBu
MIC IN: Connectors: 6.3 mm (1/4") phone jacks (TS unbalanced); Input Impedance: 33 ohm; Maximum Input Level: -48 to -6 dBu; Phantom power or plug-in power is not supported.
Others
MIDI: IN, OUT; USB: USB connector TYPE B x 1, USB-MIDI interface, USB audio interface; SD Card Slot: One card slot (Capacity recognized: SD memory cards up to 2 GB, SDHC memory cards up to 32 GB, SDXC memory cards are not supported.)
Main Specifications
Power: AC adaptor power supply DC 9V; AA alkaline batteries x 6, or nickel-metal hydride batteries x 6; Battery Life: Approximately 6 hours with AA alkaline batteries or 7 hours with AA nickel-metal hydride batteries (1900mAh); Power Consumption: 5 W
Dimensions (W x D x H)
KROSS2-61: 935 mm × 269 mm x 88 mm / 36.81" × 10.59" × 3.46"
KROSS2-88: 1,448 mm × 383 mm × 136 mm / 57.01" × 15.08" × 5.35"
Weight
KROSS2-61: 3.8 kg / 8.38 lbs (excluding batteries); KROSS2-88: 12.3 kg / 27.12 lbs (excluding batteries)
Included Items
AC adapter, Quick Start Guide
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