KORG / KAOSS PAD V KPV Effect Sampler

Featuring an evolved touch interface, expanded effects, and a workflow optimized for modern creators, the main display supports dual touch, enabling flexible sound construction by simultaneously manipulating multiple parameters. It also includes sampling and looping functions ideal for remix production and live performance, and operates as an audio interface via USB. Detailed parameter settings and sample management are possible with the dedicated editor.

■A Touch Evolution – Touch evolves into expression.

KAOSS PAD returns with an evolved touch interface, expanded effects, and a workflow optimized for modern creators.

Dual-touch performance, enhanced vocal effects, and flexible connectivity provide vocalists, guitarists, producers, and performers with a powerful tool for real-time sound manipulation. It responds instantly to every movement of your fingertips, elevating touch into musical expression.

■Control everything with two fingers.

The newly implemented dual-touch operation further enhances expressiveness.

Simultaneously control multiple parameters such as filters and delays, pitch and reverb, modulation and feedback, to freely construct dynamic sounds. Every touch creates new sonic changes and expressions.

■Connectivity for any workflow

KAOSS PAD V seamlessly adapts to a wide range of production styles, from studios and stages to streaming environments.

With simultaneous use of MIC, LINE, and USB inputs, you can mix vocals, instruments, and PC audio in a single setup. The balanced microphone preamplifier provides clear vocal input, and the dedicated Hi-Z input allows for direct connection of guitars and basses.

The built-in USB audio interface enables simple and reliable routing for DAW recording, live streaming effects processing, and headphone monitoring.

The newly designed microphone preamplifier and revamped audio circuitry ensure stable, low-noise performance. The KAOSS PAD V excels on stage, in the studio, and in any production environment.

■Vocal KAOSS – Express your vocals with KAOSS.

The new Voice FX engine allows for even greater freedom in vocal expression during live performances and production.

Add a variety of vocal textures in real time, including harmonies, robot voices, and pitch shifts.

■Powerful support for guitar/bass

The dedicated Hi-Z input allows for direct connection of electric guitars and basses.

From ambient swells and rhythmic modulation to glitch effects and deep reverb spaces, you can manipulate sound freely with just your fingertips.

■ Record, Overdub, Loop

Instantly bring your ideas to life with the KAOSS PAD V's sampling and looping functions.

・Up to 8 bars of sampling (tempo-dependent)

・Real-time overdubbing
・Maintains accurate loop position during playback

・Keep the groove with BPM-synced Gate Hold

・Reconstruction with diverse playback/slice modes

Ideal for remixes, live performances, and evolving phrase construction.

■ KAOSS Sound Across Generations

Includes carefully selected effects from previous KAOSS PADs.

Filters, delays, reverb, modulation, voice processing, and more—the iconic sounds of the KAOSS series—are combined with modern processing capabilities.

■ Customize Your Sound

Use the built-in effect editing tool to fine-tune parameters and create and save your own original programs.

From the pad LED color and program behavior to the effect depth and feel, everything can be customized to suit your workflow.

■KAOSS Evolution – Beyond Effects Pedals, to Expressive Instruments.

KAOSS PAD V inherits the familiar KAOSS interface while achieving deeper control and modern processing.

Going beyond the confines of an effects unit, it unleashes the creativity of musicians, producers, and performers as a ""musical instrument"" that you touch and play.