The evolved Kross 2 61 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.

Korg has upgraded key features of the new Kross 2 series to make it incredibly powerful for live performance, studio use and more! The evolved Kross 2 61 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.

Korg Kross 261 MB 61 Key Synthesizer Workstation Features

A rich selection of more than 1,000 powered-up presets
128MB of expansion PCM memory is built-in, and option libraries are supported
The rich expressive power of the EDS-i sound engine, and a rich selection of effects with 134 types
Superb sampling functionality and 16 sampler pads
A panel layout that lets you access functions without confusion
Realtime control section for quick parameter editing
Favorite function lets you register and instantly recall up to 128 frequently-used sounds
Quick layer/split can be specified by a single button
Ultra-lightweight compact body; the 61-key model weighs only 3.8 kg, the lightest in its class
Long operating life, with six AA batteries allowing up to seven hours of use
A color lineup with a peerless finish that exceeds its class
Audio player/recorder that can be easily triggered by the pads
Sequencer, drum track, and arpeggiator to support your song production
A rich array of input jacks for singer-instrumentalists or vocoder performance without requiring additional equipment
Also functions as a USB audio interface

Built-in expansion PCM memory, and support for optional libraries
The KROSS 2 now provides 128 MB of built-in expansion PCM memory. By selecting from optional libraries that will be released following KROSS 2, you can expand KROSS 2’s internal sounds to meet the needs of your performing style or situation.

Rich expressive power of the EDS-i sound engine
The high-quality EDS-i Enhanced Definition Synthesis-integrated sound engine is inherited from KORG’s professional synthesizers. You can use a total of seven effects units simultaneously: five insert and two master. Rich expressive power is available from the selection of 134 high-quality effects, including standard effects such as delay and reverb as well as amp modeling, vintage effect units, and even a vocoder.

Superb sampling function and a pad sampler
As a first in its class, the KROSS 2 is newly equipped with a unique sampling function that provides 16 playable pads. You can record the input from the LINE IN jack and assign a stereo sample of up to 14 seconds to each pad. Up to four pads can be triggered simultaneously. You can edit the sample waveform using functions such as start/end loop point settings and normalize, and even resample within the KROSS 2, allowing you to perform extensive sampling without requiring any additional equipment. Long audio files from an SD card can also be assigned to these pads.

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.

MPN: KROSS261MB
UPC: 4959112174771

• 61 keys (velocity sensitive; aftertouch not supported)
  Normally C2 - C7(adjustable in the range [C1…C6] - [C3…C8]
  
• System: EDS-I Enhanced Definition Synthesis – integrated
  
• Sound Engine
  Maximum Polyphony:
  120 voices (120 oscillators), single mode
  60 voices (60 oscillators), single mode
  Preset PCM Memory:
  Approximately 128 MB (calculated as 48 kHz / 16-bit linear PCM data equivalent)
  
• 496 multisamples (including seven stereo), 1014 drumsamples (including 49 stereo)
  Program:
  
• Oscillator: OSC1 (Single), OSC1+2 (Double): Stereo multisamples are supported 4 velocity zones per oscillator, with switching, crossfades and layers.
  Filters: Four types of filter routing (single, serial, pa
• rallel, 24 dB)
  
• Two multi-mode filters per voice (low pass, high pass, band pass, band reject)
  Modulation: For each voice, two envelope generators (Filter & Amp), two LFOs, two key tracking generators (Filter & Amp), and two AMS mixers. In addition, pitch EG, common LFO, and two common key tracking generators
  
• Combination:
  Timbres: Up to 16 timbres, switchable via key zone or velocity zone, layer and crossfade supported, Tone Adjust function allows program settings to be offset
  
• Master Keyboard functionality: These allow you to control external MIDI devices
  
• Drumkits: Stereo and mono drumsamples. 4-way velocity switches with crossfades and adjustable crossfade shapes (Linear, Power, Layer).
  
• The Number of Combinations/Programs/Drum Kits:
  User Combinations: 896 Combinations (384 Preload)
  User Programs: 1280 Programs (768 Preload)
  User Drum Kits 58 Drum Kits (42 Preload)
  Preset Programs 265 Programs (256 GM2 Programs + 9 GM2 Drum Programs)
  
• Number of memories: 128 (16 favorites × 8 banks)
  
• Insert effects: 5 Insert Effects In-line processing; stereo in - stereo out.
  
• Master effects: 2 Master Effects Two effects sends; stereo in - stereo out.
  
• Effects types: Total of 134 types (select from 74 types for insert effects, 101 types of master effect 1, and 120 types for mast