Korg opsix

The KORG opsix uses classic FM synthesis with 6 operators, which it raises to a completely new level due to numerous new features. Thus, both the legendary FM sounds that shaped an entire musical decade in the 80s and contemporary, brute sounds for modern EDM productions as well as cinematic sound effects and soundscapes can be realized in no time.

The newly developed operator mixer gives instant access to the volume and pitch of the individual modulator and carrier signals. Multicolor LEDs dynamically indicate the respective assignment of the individual control elements. Further parameters can be set quickly and intuitively with the 6 DATA-ENTRY knobs, whose respective function is shown correspondingly in the razor-sharp OLED display.

The 5 different operator modes FM, Ring Modulation, Filter, Filter FM and Wave Folder expand the previous possibilities of FM synthesis many times over and thus open the way to previously unheard-of worlds of sound. While classic FM synthesizers only offered one sine waveform for the oscillators, the opsix delivers 21 handpicked waveforms with different overtone structures. 40 different algorithms plus the possibility to create your own user algorithms allow boundless creativity when inventing new sounds. But that's not all, the opsix also offers a versatile multi-mode filter with 11 different filter types, with which sounds can also be subtractively shaped in the best analog manner. The lavishly equipped modulation section with 3 LFOs, 3 ADSR envelopes and a virtual patch bay with 12 different routings also leaves nothing to be desired. For the final refinement of your own sound creations, 3 effect instances with a total of 30 different effect types are available, including numerous classics as well as more unusual effects such as different guitar amp models, decimator and grain shifter. The oscilloscope and spectrum analyzer functions in the central OLED display provide real-time visual feedback on the generated sounds, making it easier to specifically highlight desired sonic aspects.

For rhythmically animated sounds the opsix is equipped with a 6-fold polyphonic step sequencer with motion sequencing for up to 6 different sound parameters as well as a versatile arpeggiator. Boundless inspiration is made possible by the randomize function, which generates completely new sounds or selected sound aspects on demand on a random basis. The Smooth Sound Transition (SST), familiar from the KRONOS, allows seamless switching between different sounds without tearing off held notes or effect flags. 64 Favorite memories provide quick access to personal favorites from the up to 500 storable sounds (250 preset at the factory). And as if all that wasn't enough, a download code for an extensive software package is also included in the scope of delivery, which, in addition to numerous software sound generators from KORG and other manufacturers, also includes the Ozone Elements mastering plug-in from iZotope and the Reason Lite DAW software.

• New type of FM synthesizer with 6 operators
• 37 lightweight keys
• Classic FM synthesis plus all-new capabilities
• Multi-color LEDs for dynamic labeling of controls
• Operator mixer with 6 faders and 6 knobs
• 6 DATA ENTRY knobs for quick access to important sound parameters
• Razor-sharp OLED display for easy navigation
• 5 different operator modes (FM, Ring Mod., Filter, Filter FM, Wave Folder)
• 40 algorithms + user algorithms
• 21 different waveforms
• Multimode filter with 11 different filter types
• 32x polyphony (24x depending on settings)
• Step sequencer with 16 steps
• Arpeggiator with 7 patterns
• 64 Favorite memories
• 3 effect instances with 30 effect types
• Virtual patch section with 12 routings
• 3 ADSR envelopes
• 3 LFOs with 23 different waveforms
• Smooth Sound Transition (SST) for seamless switching between different sounds
• Pitch bend control and MOD wheel
• 500 sound memories (250 factory preset, can be overwritten), integrated spectrum analyzer and oscilloscope function
• Randomize function for randomly generating sounds
• USB MIDI and standard MIDI IN/OUT
• Balanced jack outputs L/R
• Headphone output
• Connection for sustain pedal (not included)
• Includes quick start guide, power supply and comprehensive software package for download