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It is equipped with a large number of high-quality rhythm patterns that exploit Korg’s advanced sound engineering technology, plus EQ, reverb, tuner, audio recording and playback, as well as overdub functions. An adjustable stand allows it to be tilted upward for better sound dispersion. It is powered by either the included adapter or six D batteries that allow 20 hours of continuous operation.
Korg’s Pitchblack mini (PBmini) tuner pedal is designed to conserve precious pedal board space, but still offer precise tuning and an easy-to-read display. Though PBmini has the footprint of a credit card, its large, seven-segment, color LED delivers excellent visibility, even on a dark stage. Users can choose from three modes—regular, strobe, or half-strobe mode. Strobe mode allows visualization of the direction and speed of meter movement, plus ultra high precision tuning with +/- 0.1 cent accuracy. Stabilizers on the underside of PBmini help it to stay put.
Korg’s MS-20 mini synth is a recreation of the famous monophonic patchable Korg MS-20. Now priced at under $450 this analog rebirth answers the demands of MS-20 enthusiasts. “With this price change, we have made it easier for artists to add the coveted sounds and power of the MS-20 mini to their stage or studio. Beyond nostalgia, the mini is now priced so competitively that we expect it to become the instrument of choice for newcomers to the world of analog synths,” says James Sajeva, brand manager for Korg products.
The Korg Little Bits Synth Kit isn’t just for Analog Synthesizer aficionados. It’s a comprehensive toolbox filled with 12 interchangeable modules to make all kinds of projects. It can also be used to sculpt unique sounds for your recordings or as a teaching aid in the classroom to help students understand the basics of sound. The accompanying booklet walks you through all the projects and is a wellspring of information with explanations of what sound is and the history of synthesizing. Magnetically attached modules can easily be reconfigured over and over again to create different instruments. The kit easily interfaces with sound systems or headphones.
Korg’s Sledgehammer and Sledgehammer Pro tuners feature easy-to-view liquid crystal displays and securely clip to your guitar or bass. The tuners have modes for guitar, bass, flat, and capo and a calibration function lets you adjust to all concert pitches. A built-in memory function offers convenient back-up. The Pro model is precise up to +/-0.1 cent, plus its high contrast 3D display can be viewed three ways: regular, strobe, or half-strobe.
