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More Vintage Sounds than the microKORG
The lush analog modeled synth sounds that were characteristic of
the microKORG can still be found on the microKORG XL+ but in
addition the microKORG XL+ comes equipped with the piano sound from
Korg's classic stage piano as well as the hard-edged grand electric
piano making this keyboard perfect for band use. You'll also find
sounds from the M1 and VOX organ, vintage tape-type string and
flute machines as well as other selected sounds from keyboard
history. All together the microKORG XL+ boasts 128 sounds, all of
which are genuinely usable, meaning the microKORG XL+ will serve
well as your main or secondary keyboard.
"New Vintage" Korg Design
The microKORG XL+ projects a style reminiscent of those
well-loved vintage electric pianos. The design achieves that style
which is both futuristic and retro. Small quality touches mean that
when you play the microKORG XL+ you'll feel the difference. Metal
levers, dials that move with audible clicks and sturdy operating
knobs all enhance the feeling of quality.
The new natural touch mini keyboard offers an improved playing
feel than previous models. The proportion of the keys has been
adjusted to allow for easier chord playing and the touch has been
refined for greater ease when playing rapid phrases. The
sophisticated waterfall-type keys are especially helpful when
playing a glissando.
Improved XL+ Genre Selector
The microKORG XL featured a sound selector that allowed you to
choose your sounds using two large dials named "music genre" and
"instrument category". The new microKORG XL+ keeps these dials but
offers an additional selection of genres to fit today's modern,
fast paced music scene. With more options you'll be able to find
the program to match your song more easily than ever. The dials can
also be used to make program changes during a song or to select
vocoder variations.
MMT - Korg's Analog Technology
The microKORG XL+'s sound engine uses MMT (Multiple Modeling
Technology) which provides two oscillators that generate hugely,
powerful sounds. This lets you use techniques that cannot be
imitated on typical PCM synths such as cross modulation, unison and
VPM. Adding in modulation with oscillator 2 allows the creation of
complex and powerful sounds.
The microKORG XL+ boasts 17 powerful effect types including
delay, echo, ring modulator and grain shifter. Effects such as
delay can also be synchronised to MIDI clock creating a wide range
of possibilities in live performances.
Powerful Vocoder with Included Gooseneck Microphone
The micoKORG XL+ functions as a powerful vocoder that can
provide hours of fun! Connect a mic and use its audio input to
shape the tone of the oscillator's sound creating "talking"
effects. The 16 band filter bank simulates vocoder sounds of the
past and gives a wealth of experimental options. Using the vocoder
sounds found in today's electronic music can be easily replicated.
The gooseneck microphone is included with the keyboard so you can
start experimenting straight away.
MICRO Portability and USB Connectivity
When using the microKORG XL+ you can either take advantage of
the included AC adaptor or run it on six AA alkaline batteries. At
a mere 22inches long and 4.4lbs. in weight the keyboard is highly
portable for performances on the go.
Connecting the microKORG XL+ to your computer through USB allows
you to use the sound editor software and edit all the parameters
easily from your computer. You can download preset program data
from the microKORG and the MS2000/MS200B free of charge to gain
access to even more programs.
Features/Specifications
- Tone Generator System: MMT (Multiple Modeling
Technology)
Program:
- Multi Timbral: Maximum 2 (when using Layer, Split, or
Multi)
- Voice polyphony: Maximum 8 voices (when using Vocoder,
it is 4 voices)
- Structure: [Synth] 2 oscillators + noise generator
Oscillator 1:
- Waveform: 8 types (Sawtooth, Pulse, Triangle, Sine,
Formant, Noise, DWGS, Audio In),
- Modulation: Waveform, Cross, Unison, VPM
Oscillator 2:
- Waveform: 4 types (Sawtooth, Pulse, Triangle, Sine)
- Modulation: Ring, Sync, Ring+Sync
Waveshape:
- Type: Drive, Decimator, HardClip, OctSaw, MultiTri, MultiSin,
SubOSCSaw, SubOSCSqu, SubOSCTri, SubOSCSin, LevelBoost,
Multimode Filters:
- Filter 1: -24 dB/oct LPF ~ -12 dB/oct LPF ~ -12 dB/oct
BPF ~ -12 dB/oct HPF ~ Thru
- Filter 2: LPF, HPF, BPF (swichable)
- Vocoder: 16 channel vocoder, adjustable level and pan
for each channel, Formant Shift function, Formant Hold
function
Keyboard: 37 notes (Natural Touch mini-keyboard,
velocity sensitive)
- Controller: Pitch bend wheel, Modulation Wheel
Effects:
- Timbre: 2 band EQ
- Master effect: 2 units, 17 effect algorisms
Arpeggiator:
- Six types: UP, DOWN, ALT1/2, Random, Trigger, Individual
step on/off function
- Programs: 128 programs (A/B banks x 8 genres x 8
category)
- Inputs:
- [AUDIO INPUT 1] (1/4" phone jack, unbalanced, with MIC/LINE
switch) - Rear Panel
- [AUDIO INPUT 1 (MIC)] (XLR jack / balanced) - Front Panel
- Outputs:
- [L/MONO, R] (1/4" Standard phone jacks / unbalanced)
- [Phone] (1/4" Stereo Standard phone jacks)
- MIDI: IN, OUT
- USB: Type B
- Display: Custom LCD
- Power Supply: DC 9 V (AC adapter), or six AA alkaline
batteries (sold separately)
- Battery Life: Approx. four hours (with alkaline
batteries)
- Dimensions:
556(W)x231(D)x73(H)mm/21.89"(W)x9.09"(D)x2.87"(H)
- Weight: 2.0 kg/4.41 lbs. (without batteries and included
microphone)
- Accessories: AC adapter, Gooseneck Microphone
- Optional accessories:
- Soft Case: SC-micro MSG
- Mobile Monitor Amplifier: MMA-130(It provides a DC9V output
jack that can provide power to one of a number of Korg instruments
like microKORG XL+)
microKORG XL Sound Editor Operating requirements
- Windows OS:
- A computer that satisfies the operating requirements of
Microsoft Windows XP/Vista and is equipped with a USB port
- Microsoft Windows XP (SP3 or later), Windows Vista (SP1 or
later)
- Mac OS:
- An Apple Macintosh computer that satisfies the operating
requirements of Mac OS X and is equipped with a USB port and an
Intel or Power PC processor
- Mac OS X version 10.4 or later
