Korg wavestate mk2 Wave Sequencing Synthesizer

Korg wavestate mk2 Wave Sequencing Synthesizer

Legendary synthesis, radically re-imagined. Extended polyphony, extended possibilities.

KORG’s legendary WAVESTATION introduced the world to Wave Sequencing, transforming raw samples into sounds that no-one had ever heard before. The flagship OASYS and KRONOS keyboards developed Wave Sequencing even further, expanding on its unique palette of lush, evolving pads and driving rhythms.

In 2020, the acclaimed wavestate brought Wave Sequencing to the next level. Featuring the radically re-imagined Wave Sequencing 2.0, the wavestate delivers astonishing, ever-changing sounds with extensive hands-on control. Far from a nostalgic reissue, the wavestate was designed from the ground up for a new generation of musicians, producers, and composers, taking cues from sources as diverse as modular synths, groove boxes, and algorithmic composition.

The wavestate also introduced another ground-breaking concept: wavestate native software (*sold separately, wavestate users can purchase at a discount) makes it available inside your DAW, with full compatibility and without compromise. It’s perfect for moving seamlessly between software and hardware workflows.

Now, KORG is proud to present the new wavestate mkII, with improved polyphony (96 stereo voices) and a fresh look.It’s completely compatible with sounds and samples for both the original wavestate, wavestate SE and wavestate native software, including many excellent third-party libraries. Updated sounds and software keep it fresh (and these are available for the original wavestate, too). The compact form-factor, with 37 full-size keys, still transports easily and fits neatly into any stage, studio, or desktop setup.

Specifications

Keyboard:  37 keys (velocity and release-velocity sensitive)

Sound generating system:  Wave Sequencing 2.0

Maximum Polyphony:  96 stereo voices

Sounds:  Ships with 261 Performances, 799 Programs, and 1,042 Wave Sequences
Storage for tens of thousands of user Performances

Structure

Performance:  4 Layers, Reverb, EQ;
all edits are stored in the Performance, DAW-style (saving as separate Programs, Wave Sequences etc. is supported but not required)

Layer:  Program, Arpeggiator, Key and Velocity Zones

Program:  Wave Sequence, Filter, Amp, Pre FX, Mod FX, Delay

Filters:  2-pole LPF, 2-pole HPF, 2-pole BPF, 2-pole Band Reject, 4-pole LPF, 4-pole HPF, 4-pole BPF, 4-pole Band Reject, Multi Filter, MS-20 LPF, MS-20 HPF, Polysix

Modulation

Controllers:  Mod Wheel, Pitch Wheel, Vector Joystick X/Y, 8x Program/Performance Mod Knobs

Other Sources:  3x Envelopes, Vector Envelope, 3x LFOs, 2x Mod Processors, 2x Key Track, Step Sequencer Lane, Step Pulse, Tempo, Program/Performance Note Count, Program/Performance Voice Count, Poly Legato, Velocity, Exponential Velocity, Release Velocity, Gate/Gate+Damper, Note-On Trigger/Note-On Trigger+Damper, Note Number, Aftertouch/Poly Aftertouch (external MIDI only), MIDI CCs +/-, MIDI CCs +

Destinations:  Most parameters can be modulated, including parameters of individual Wave Sequence Steps. Depending on Wave Sequence length, there can be more than 1,000 potential modulation targets per Program.

Effects

Pre FX:  Decimator, Graphic EQ, Guitar Amp, Modern Compressor, Parametric EQ, Red Compressor, Ring Modulator, Tremolo, Wave Shaper

Mod FX:  Black Chorus/Flanger, Black Phase, CX-3 Vibrato Chorus, EP Chorus, Harmonic Chorus, Modern Chorus, Modern Phaser, Orange Phase, Polysix Ensemble, Small Phase, Talking Modulator, Vintage Chorus, Vintage Flanger, Vintage/Custom Wah, Vox Wah

Delay:  L/C/R Delay, Multiband Mod Delay, Reverse Delay, Stereo/Cross Delay, Tape Echo

Reverb:  Early Reflections, Overb

Performance EQ:  4-band parametric EQ

Inputs/outputs

Headphone (6.3 mm stereo phone jack)

OUTPUT L/MONO and R (impedance-balanced 6.3 mm TRS phone jacks)

DAMPER (6.3 mm phone jack)

MIDI IN and OUT connectors

USB B port

Power supply:  AC adapter (DC12V, 2500mA)

Power consumption:  5 W

Dimensions

(W x D x H)565 x 338 x 92 mm/22.24” x 13.31” x 3.62”

Weight:  2.9 kg/6.93 lb.

Included items:  AC adapter

Accessories (sold separately):  DS-1H damper pedal, PS-1 pedal switch, PS-3 pedal switch

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