A compact and portable synthesizer that delivers plenty of sonic power, advanced control, and up-to-date integration with computer-based music systems.

Extended information

It will always be true that the most important thing for a music creator is to have great sounds to inspire and help realize your ideas. The Korg microX music synthesizer is packed with a full complement of wonderful sounds generated by the acclaimed HI synthesis system featured on the world-famous TRITON series. Designed to fit into today’s computer-based home and on-the-go studio, the microX is the perfect complement for any musical genre, production style, and performance scene.

• High-quality sounds delivered by the HI synthesis system used on the world-famous TRITON series.
• 640 programs based on a new 64MB ROM, covering a wide range of styles.
• Combination mode allows up to eight programs to be freely combined to create complex sounds. 384 preloaded combinations are provided.
• Up to four high-quality effects can be used simultaneously, with effect types that cover a broad range from sound-field simulation to creative transformations.
• Four-channel audio output allows sophisticated sound-creating and mixing techniques such as using external effect processors and surround applications.
• Multi Sets provide easy setup and instant recall of 16-part multi-timbral groupings for use with your external DAW software.
• Powerful dual polyphonic arpeggiators provide a wide range of possibilities, ranging from realistic phrases to distinctive flourishes.
• External control setups can be used to control your DAW software, soft synths and other devices.
• USB connector allows direct MIDI connection to your computer.
• Editor and Editor Plug-in software are included for seamless editing of microX sounds from within your DAW software.

Technical specifications

Tone Generator:
HI (Hyper Integrated) sound engine
48 kHz sampling frequency
64 MB PCM ROM
642 multisamples + 929 drumsamples

Keyboard:
25-key, velocity sensitive

Polyphony:
62 voices, 62 oscillators (in single mode)
31 voices, 62 oscillators (in double mode)

Effect Section:
Stereo digital multi-effect system – all can be used simultaneously
2 Master Effects (mono in, stereo out)
1 Insert Effect (stereo in/out)
Master EQ (3-band stereo)

Number of Effect Types:
89 (available for Insert effect and Master effects)

Programs, Combinations, Multi-sets, Drumkits:
640 user Programs (640 preloaded)
384 user Combinations (384 preloaded)
128 user Multi-sets (16 preloaded)
40 user Dumkits (30 preloaded)
GM sound map compatible - 128 programs + 9 GM2 drum kits (ROM)

Dual Polyphonic Arpeggiator:
Two arpeggiators, useable simultaneously in Combination and Multi Modes, one arpeggiator can be used in Program Mode
5 presets, 251 user arpeggio patterns (251 preloaded)

Controllers:
Joystick
octave up/down switch
REALTIME CONTROL knobs 1~4
Audition key
Category key

External Control:
64 sets (12 controls can be assigned in a set)

Display:
240 x 64 dots LCD with backlight, graphical user interface

Outputs:
MAIN-L/MONO, R
INDIVIDUAL-1, 2
Headphones

Control Inputs:
Damper (half-pedaling supported)
Assignable switch/pedal

MIDI:
In, Out

USB:
Type B (transmits MIDI only)

Power Supply:
DC 12 V

Current Consumption:
10 W

Dimensions:
23.86” (W) x 8.90” (D) x 3.15” (H)
606 (W) x 226 (D) x 80 (H) mm

Weight:
5.29 lbs. / 2.4 kg

Included Items:
AC adapter, USB cable, CD-ROM (microX Editor, microX Plug-In Editor, KORG USB-MIDI Driver)

Windows system requirements to connect via USB:
Supported OS:
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional/x64 Edition

Supported Computer:
Computer with USB port and the ability to run
supported OS
*Driver software for Windows XP x64 Edition
is beta-version.

Macintosh system requirements to connect via USB:
Supported OS:
Mac OS X 10.2 or later

Supported Computer:
Apple Macintosh with USB port and the ability to run supported OS

System Requirements of KORG USB-MIDI Driver (Win):
Supported OS:
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional/x64 Edition

Supported Computer:
Computers with USB port and ability to run
supported OS
*Driver software for Windows XP x64 Edition
is beta-version.

System Requirements of KORG USB-MIDI Driver (MAC):
Supported OS:
Mac OS X 10.3 or later

Supported Computer:
Apple Macintosh with USB port and ability to run supported OS

Sys. Req. for microX Editor/Plug-In Editor (Win):
CPU:
Intel Pentium III / 1 GHz or faster

Memory:
256 MB or larger

Monitor:
1,024 x 768, 16-bit colors or higher
Operates as stand-alone or VST/RTAS plug-in.

Supported OS:
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Edition Service Pack 1 or later

Sys. Req. for microX Editor/Plug-In Editor (MAC):
CPU:
Apple G4/400 MHz or faster

Memory:
256 MB or larger

Monitor:
1,024 x 768, 32,000 colors or higher

Supported OS:
Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later
Operates as stand-alone or VST/AU/RTAS plug-in.

Options:
XVP-10 EXP/VOL Pedal
EXP-2 Foot Controller
DS-1H Damper Pedal