Features
  • Even more powerful preset sounds, with specialized optional expansion sounds: A rich variety of more than 1,000 preset sounds The sound quality of KORG synthesizers is endorsed by top-ranking musicians around the world. The evolved KROSS 2 expands polyphony from 80 to 120 voices, and dramatically powers-up the number of internal programs from 809 to 1,075 programs. Including multi-layered pianos and electric pianos, thick strings and other new sounds that will work well with any band, as well as the latest drum kits to cover current styles such as EDM. The wide selection of programs covers your needs from live performance to studio production.

  • Straightforward access to the sounds and functions you need: It's easy to get around on KROSS 2, thanks to a user-friendly layout. The panel of the KROSS 2 has been further improved since the first KROSS, ensuring that anyone can quickly access desired sounds and functions from the enormous range of choices.

  • Ultra-lightweight and compact body, with support for battery operation: The amazing mobility of the KROSS series is better than ever. The 61-key model features a new and stylish design, and its weight has been further reduced from the 4.3 kg of the previous model to an even more lightweight 3.8 kg. Additional improvements in power efficiency allow up to seven hours of battery-powered operation from six AA batteries. The 88-key model newly provides an accessory compartment that can hold spare batteries or cables, as well as an easily accessible front-located battery panel. On both models, the rear panel KORG logo is fully illuminated, letting you stand out on stage.

  • Audio player/recorder that you can easily trigger from the pads: The built-in stereo audio recorder lets you record your KROSS 2 performance, or overdub an external input source such as vocals. There's also a pad audio play function that allows recorded sounds or audio files imported from an external source to be assigned to each of the 16 pads for playback. Unlike the sampling function, this allows extended recording and playback that is limited only by the capacity of the SD card; you can strike a pad to play back the backing of an entire song while you perform on the keyboard, or use the pads to trigger sound effects or background music.

  • Supports your song production, turning inspiration into reality: 16-track MIDI sequencer The 16-track MIDI sequencer records your keyboard performance and controller movements as MIDI data. It can also record your pad sampler performance, providing an easy way for you to create sketches of ideas for songs.

  • Mic connection for the singer-instrumentalist or for vocoder performance, with no other equipment needed: The 1/4" phone MIC IN jack lets you connect a mic directly, so there's no need for a singer-instrumentalist to provide a separate mixer when performing live. A vocoder function is also built-in, and you can easily perform vocoder sounds with rapid access via the realtime control section. Also provided is a LINE INPUT stereo mini-jack that's convenient for connecting your audio player or for sampling.

Why We Love This
  • Love the portable design — yet full‑featured.: Love the portable design — yet full‑featured.

  • The sound variety is incredible.: From acoustic pianos to synth leads and pads, it has tones for every genre I play.

  • Intuitive controls make sound shaping fun.: Twisting knobs and selecting patches feels fast — I’m not stuck digging through menus.

  • Perfect for studio and live.: MIDI/USB integration works great with my DAW and I can even use it as a controller for software instruments seamlessly.

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