Korg Kronos 3 88 Key Hammer Action Workstation

Full Description

Nine powerful sound engines

At the core of the Kronos 3 are its nine sound engines, each designed for a unique sonic role. From the SGX-2 for hyper-realistic pianos to the MOD-7 for FM synthesis, these engines offer limitless creative possibilities. Whether you're after vintage tonewheel organ sounds, classic analogue synth textures, or modern digital atmospheres, the Kronos 3 has you covered. Each engine can act as a standalone synthesizer or integrate seamlessly into layered setups, ensuring flexibility for every genre or style.

Lightning-fast startup and workflow

The Kronos 3's reengineered architecture ensures you're ready to play faster than ever with a 60 improvement in startup time. This speed boost reduces downtime and lets you dive straight into music creation or performance. Coupled with the intuitive TouchView display, navigating the Kronos 3 is effortless. The touchscreen provides high-resolution visuals and precise touch control for tweaking sounds, programming, and customising parameters, giving you complete command over its advanced features.

Exceptional sound library and storage

The Kronos 3 comes loaded with over 300 premium sound libraries and 256 brand-new programs, including the lush Italian Grand Piano and the vintage-inspired Tine EP I Early electric piano. Its 62GB SSD offers ample space for storing custom samples and expanding your library with additional titles. If you're creating expansive cinematic soundscapes or refining intricate mixes, the Kronos 3 provides the tools and space to explore and grow your sonic palette.

Premium design with authentic feel

Designed with both durability and style in mind, the Kronos 3 features a powder-coated metal body and refined black wooden side panels. Its RH3 weighted hammer-action keybed delivers a realistic acoustic piano feel, ensuring an expressive playing experience. The thoughtful layout of real-time controls, including sliders, knobs, and a vector joystick, allows for intuitive interaction during performances. It's a workstation built for demanding live shows and precise studio work.

Customisable Set List Mode

Set List Mode keeps all your performance needs organised and accessible. Create colour-coded, touchscreen buttons for instant sound changes or sequences during live sets. Add performance notes to each slot, ensuring you’re always on cue. With a dedicated nine-band EQ, you can tailor the overall sound to suit any venue, making this feature invaluable for live performances.

Creative tools for musicians and producers

Beyond its sounds, the Kronos 3 is packed with tools to inspire creativity. The 16-track MIDI sequencer and 16-track audio recorder make it easy to build complex arrangements. Integrated KARMA technology generates dynamic grooves and patterns, while Drum Tracks bring professional-grade rhythms to your compositions. These features provide everything you need to transform ideas into polished pieces.

Seamless sound transitions

The Kronos 3 ensures uninterrupted performances with its smooth sound transition technology. Switch between programs, combinations, or modes without any dropouts. This feature is essential for musicians performing live, allowing for fluid changes that maintain the integrity of your sound and effects.

Enhanced TouchView display

The eight-inch SVGA TouchView display on the Kronos 3 is your gateway to effortless control. Its high resolution and advanced touch functionality make navigating menus, editing sounds, and configuring setups a breeze. Features like touch-drag adjustments and the sound search function streamline your workflow, ensuring everything you need is at your fingertips.

Features

• Improved architecture ensures 60 faster startup for quicker music creation and performance readiness
• TouchView display offers intuitive navigation with high-resolution visuals and precise touch control
• Nine advanced sound engines provide versatile options, including realistic pianos, FM synthesis, and vintage organ sounds
• Preloaded with over 300 premium sound libraries and 256 new programs, such as the Italian Grand Piano and Tine EP I Early
• 62GB SSD storage allows for custom samples and library expansion
• Durable metal body with elegant black wooden side panels for a premium look and feel
• RH3 hammer-action keybed delivers a realistic acoustic piano experience
• Customisable Set List Mode enables instant sound changes, performance notes, and a nine-band EQ for live shows
• 16-track MIDI sequencer and 16-track audio recorder support complex arrangements
• KARMA technology and Drum Tracks inspire creativity with dynamic grooves and rhythms
• Seamless sound transitions ensure uninterrupted performance when switching programs or modes
• Eight-inch SVGA TouchView display streamlines control with touch-drag adjustments and sound search functionality
• Real-time controls, including sliders, knobs, and a vector joystick, enhance live and studio performances

Specifications

• System: KRONOS System Version 3.2

Keyboard

• 88 Key: RH3 (Real Weighted Hammer Action 3)
• 73 Key: RH3 (Real Weighted Hammer Action 3)
• 61 Key: Natural Touch Semi Weighted

Tone Generator

• Synthesis Types: 9
• SGX-2: Premium Piano (Acoustic Piano)
• EP-1: MDS Electric Piano (Electric Piano)
• HD-1: High Definition Synthesizer (PCM)
• AL-1: Analog Synthesizer (Analog Modeling)
• CX-3: Tonewheel Organ (Tonewheel Organ Modeling)
• STR-1: Plucked Strings (Physical Modeling)
• MOD-7: Waveshaping VPM Synthesizer (VPM Synthesis)
• MS-20EX: Component Modeling Technology (Analog Modeling)
• PolysixEX: Component Modeling Technology (CMT Analog Modeling)
• Maximum Polyphony:
• SGX-2: 100 Voices (100 Dual-Stereo Notes, Equivalent To 400 Mono Voices)
• EP-1: 104 Voices
• HD-1: 140 Voices
• AL-1: 80 Voices
• CX-3: 200 Voices
• STR-1: 40 Voices
• MOD-7: 52 Voices
• MS-20EX: 40 Voices
• PolysixEX: 180 Voices
• Preset PCM: 314 MB (ROM 1,505 Multisamples, 1,388 Drumsamples)
• Build-In Expansion PCM Libraries:
• EXs1 - ROM Expansion
• EXs2 - Concert Grand Piano
• EXs3 - Brass & Woodwinds
• EXs4 - Vintage Keyboards
• EXs5 - ROM Expansion 2
• EXs6 - German D Piano
• EXs7 - Japanese C Piano
• EXs8 - Rock Ambience Drums
• EXs9 - Jazz Ambience Drums
• EXs17 – SGX-2 Berlin D Piano
• EXs18 – Korg EXs Collections
• EXs22 - SGX-2 Italian F Piano LE
• EXs23 - 2 Church Pianos
• EXs206 - A2D 10 Selections
• EXs207 - Bolder 10 Selections
• EXs208 - K-Sounds 10 Selections
• EXs209 - KApro 10 Selections
• EXs210 - KARO 10 Selections
• EXs211 - Kelfar 10 Selections
• EXs212 - Kid Nepro 10 Selections
• EXs213 - PCreek 10 Selections Vol.1
• EXs214 - PCreek 10 Selections Vol.2
• EXs215 - Q Up Arts 10 Selections
• EXs216 - Soundiron 10 Selections
• EXs217 - SOP 10 Selections
• EXs218 - Irish Acts 10 Selections
• PCM RAM Capacity: Approx. 3GB
• Wave Sequences: 598 User Memory, 207 Preload
• Drum Kit System: Assignable Stereo/Mono Samples With 8 Velocity Zones Per Oscillator

Programs, Combinations, Drum Kits

• User Memory Programs: 2,560 (2,176 Come Preloaded)
• User Memory Combinations: 1,792 (768 Come Preloaded)
• User Memory Drum Kit: 264 (80 Come Preloaded)
• GM Level 2 Preset Programs: 256
• GM Level 2 Drum Preset Programs: 9

Set List

• Number Of Set Lists/Slots: 128 Set Lists, 128 Slots Per Set List
• Features: 9-Band Graphic EQ, Tone Adjust Function, Transpose Setting, Hold Time Setting Of Smooth Sound Transition (SST)

Sampling

• System: Open Sampling System (Resampling, In-Track Sampling)
• Bit Depth/Sampling Frequency: RAM: 16-Bit/48 kHz Stereo/Mono Sampling, DISK: 16 Or 24-Bit/48 kHz
• Sampling Time: RAM: Depends On Available PCM RAM, DISK: Maximum 80 Minutes Stereo (16-Bit)
• Sample Locations: 16,000 Samples/4,000 Multisamples
• Formats: Korg, AKAI S1000/S3000, SoundFont 2.0, AIFF, WAVE

Effects

• Insert Effects: 12
• Master Effects: 2
• Total Effects: 2
• Effect Types: 197
• Effect Presets: 783

KARMA

• KARMA Modules: One Module In Program Mode, Four Modules In Combination And Sequencer Modes
• Generated Effects (GE): 2,048 Presets, 1,536 Users

Sequencer/HDR

• Tracks: 16-Track MIDI Sequencer + 16-Track Hard Disk Recorder + 1 Master Track
• Number Of Songs: 200 Songs
• Maximum Memory: 400,000 MIDI Events Or 300,000 Audio Events

General

• Disk Mode: Load, Save, Utility, Audio CD Burning/Playback, Data Filer Function
• Display: 8 Inch TouchView Graphical User Interface

Outputs

• Analog: (MAIN) L/MONO, R: 1/4” TRS Balanced
• Digital: S/P DIF Optical, USB-B 24-Bit

Dimensions And Weight

• 61 Key: 1,064 x 363 x 134 mm / 14.2 kg
• 73 Key: 1,245 x 370 x 148 mm / 20.4 kg
• 88 Key: 1,457 x 370 x 148 mm / 23.4 kg
• Product Code: KRONOS3-88