KORG / KROSS2-61-DB

Multifunctional synthesizer workstation. With over 1,000 rich preset tones and the addition of expandable PCM memory, it enables a wide range of musical expression. Features a lightweight, stylish body and an intuitive user interface accessible even to beginners. Ideal as a first synthesizer.

○Key Features
・Over 1,000 enhanced preset sounds
・Built-in 128MB expanded PCM memory, compatible with optional libraries
・Rich expressiveness of the EDS-i sound engine, featuring 134 comprehensive effects
・Superior sampling capabilities with 16 pad samplers
・Intuitive panel layout for effortless access to functions
・Real-time control section for quick parameter editing
・Favorites function to register and instantly recall up to 128 preferred sounds
・Quick Layer/Split settings with a single button press
・Ultra-lightweight, compact body. 61-key model achieves class-leading weight at just 3.8kg
・Long battery life: Up to 7 hours running on 6 AA batteries
・Premium color lineup with a finish that exceeds its class
・Audio player/recorder easily triggered by pads
・Sequencer, drum track, and arpeggiator to support song creation
・Rich input terminals for singing while playing or vocoder performance
・Can also be used as a USB audio interface


○Specifications
■Keyboard
61 keys (velocity-sensitive, no aftertouch)
Standard range C2 to C7 (adjustable between [C1 ... C6] and [C3 ... C8])

■System
EDS-i (Enhanced Definition Synthesis - integrated)

■Sound Engine
Maximum polyphony: 120 voices (Single Mode)
60 voices (Double Mode)
* Maximum polyphony may vary depending on oscillator settings such as stereo multi-samples and velocity crossfades.
Preset PCM memory: Approx. 128Mbyte (equivalent to 48kHz, 16-bit linear PCM)
496 multisamples (including 7 stereo samples), 1,014 drum samples (including 49 stereo samples)
Expanded PCM Memory: Approx. 128Mbyte (equivalent to 48kHz, 16-bit linear PCM)
* Used for loading optional PCM, etc.
Program
Oscillator: OSC1 (Single), OSC2 (Double): Stereo multisample compatible, 4-stage velocity switching/crossfade/layering possible per oscillator
Filter: 4 filter routing types (Single, Serial, Parallel, 24dB), 2 multimode filters per voice (Lowpass, Highpass, Bandpass, Band Reject)
Modulation: 2 envelope generators per voice (Filter & Amp), 2 LFOs, 2 key tracking generators (Filter & Amp), 2 AMS mixers, plus Pitch EG, Common LFO, 2 Common Key Tracking Generators
Combinations: Up to 16 timbres, switchable by key zone or velocity zone settings, layer and crossfade possible, program settings changeable via tone adjust function, master keyboard function, external MIDI device control possible
Drum Kits: Assignable stereo/mono drum samples, 4-step velocity switch (with crossfade/layer function)
Number: User Combinations 896 (384 preloaded combinations), User Programs 1,280 (768 preloaded programs), User Drum Kits 58 (42 preloaded programs), Preset Programs 265 (256 GM2 preset programs, 9 GM2 preset drum programs)

■Favorites
Memory Capacity: 128 (16 Favorites × 8 banks)

■Effects
Insert Effects: 5 channels, stereo input/output
Master Effects: 2 channels, stereo input/output
Effect Types: Total 134 types (74 types for Insert Effects, 101 types for Master Effect 1, 120 types for Master Effect 2)
Modulation: Dynamic Modulation
Effect Control Path: Stereo Sidechain (Limiter, Gate, Vocoder, etc.)

■Polyphonic Arpeggiator
Program Mode: 1 unit
Combination Mode: 2 units
Sequencer Mode: 2 units
Preset Arpeggio Patterns: 5 (UP, DOWN, ALT1, ALT2, RANDOM)
User Arpeggio Patterns: 1,280 (1,024 preloaded)
Number of Tones: 12 tones
Number of Steps: Up to 64 steps

■Step Sequencer
Program Mode: 1 unit
Combination Mode: Number of tones: 12 tones + 1 accent tone
Sequencer Mode: Number of steps: Up to 64 steps
* Can be created for each Program, Combination, and Song.

■Drum Track
Preset patterns: 772 (shared with sequencer patterns)
Other: Trigger Mode/Sync/Zone settings available

■Sequencer
Tracks: 16 MIDI tracks
Songs: Up to 128 songs
Resolution: Quarter note / 480
Tempo: 40.00 to 300.00 (1/100 BPM increments)
Maximum Memory Capacity: 210,000 MIDI events
Counters: Measure/Beat/Tick
Template Songs: 16 preset, 16 user template songs
Preset Patterns: 772 (shared with drum track patterns)
Formats: KORG (KROSS) format, SMF formats 0 and 1 supported

■Pad Sampler
Specifications: 16 pads × 8 banks, auto save to SD card, auto load, up to 4 pads playable simultaneously
Recording Format: PCM audio format (48kHz/16bit)
Recording Time: Approx. 14 seconds per pad for stereo samples
Import: WAVE format (.wav extension) 44.1kHz/16bit, 48kHz/16bit, stereo
* 44.1kHz automatically converted to 48kHz
Edit: Waveform display editing, start address, loop settings, normalize, etc.

■ Audio Recorder
Recording Format: PCM Audio Format (48kHz/16bit)
Import: WAVE format (file extension .wav) 44.1kHz/16bit, 48kHz/16bit, stereo
* 44.1kHz automatically converted to 48kHz
Export: WAVE format (file extension .wav) 48kHz/16bit, stereo
Recording Time: Continuous recording time: Up to 3 hours, Total recording time: Depends on SD card used (approx. 90 minutes per 1GB), Number of songs: Up to 200 songs
Number of Overdubs: Depends on remaining SD card capacity
Counter: Hour/Min/Sec
Pad Audio Play: 16 pads × 8 banks, Direct playback of SD card data, Simultaneous playback of multiple pads not possible

■Control Inputs
DAMPER (Supports half-damper)
ASSIGNABLE SWITCH
ASSIGNABLE PEDAL

■Audio Outputs (Analog)
AUDIO OUTPUT L/MONO, R Connector: 6.3mm phone jack (TS unbalanced)
Output impedance: 1.1kΩ (550Ω when using L/Mono terminal for mono output)
Maximum Output Level: +10.0dBu (Standard)
Load Impedance: 10kΩ or higher
Controllable via VOLUME knob HEADPHONE OUTPUT Connector: 3.5mm stereo mini phone jack
Output Impedance: 33Ω
Maximum Output: 40+40mW
Controllable via VOLUME knob

■Main Specifications
Power Supply: AC adapter power terminal (DC 9V)
Power Source: 6 AA alkaline batteries or 6 AA nickel-metal hydride batteries
Battery Life: 6 AA alkaline batteries: Approx. 6 hours
6 AA nickel-metal hydride batteries (1900mAh): Approx. 7 hours
* Varies depending on batteries used and usage conditions.
Power Consumption: 5W

■Main Unit
KROSS 2-61
Dimensions: 935 (W) × 269 (D) × 88 (H) mm
Weight: 3.8 kg

■Included Accessories
AC Adapter, Quick Start Guide

■Optional Accessories
Stand: Standard-S-ABK (for 61 keys)
Soft Case: SC-KROSS 2-61 (for 61 keys)
Volume/Expression Pedal: XVP-20, XVP-10
Foot Controller: EXP-2
Damper Pedal: DS-1H
Pedal Switch: PS-1, PS-3