Korg X50

Descritpion

Introducing the new X50 music synthesizer; packed with Korg's distinctive and world-renown sounds, designed for easy and intuitive operation, and with an ultra-light and compact design that's ideal for the active musician.

Features

512 professional-quality sound programs producedby the HI synthesis system used on the world-famous TRITON series.
384 combinations, each allowing up to eight programs to be freely combined to create complex sounds.Multi Mode allows the X50 to be played from your external sequencer as a 16-part multi-timbral sound module.Powerful effect section with four processors (one insert effect, two master effects, one master EQ).Four-channel audio output (two main channels, two individual channels), a first in its class.Dual polyphonic arpeggiator for even moremusical enjoyment.
USB connector allows single-cable MIDI connection with your computer.Stand-alone and innovative plug-in sound editing software is included, allowing you to tweak and program the X-50, even within your DAW software.
Technical Details

Tone Generator: HI (Hyper Integrated) sound engine, 48 kHz sampling frequency, 64 MB PCM ROM, 470 multisamples + 518 drumsamplesKeyboard: 61-key, velocity sensitivePolyphony: 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)1 Master Effect (3-band stereo)Number of Effect Types: 89 (available for Insert Effect and Master Effects)Programs, Combinations, Multi-sets, Drumkits: - 512 user Programs (512 preloaded)
- 384 user Combinations (384 preloaded)
- 128 user Multi sets (16 preloaded)
- 40 user Drumkits (16 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 Mode5 preset, 251 user arpeggio patterns (251 preloaded)
Controllers: pitch bend wheel, modulation wheel, REALTIME CONTROLS knob 1~4, Audition key, Category keyDisplay: 240 x 64 dots LCD with backlight, graphical user interfaceOutputs: MAIN-L/MONO, R; INDIVIDUAL-1, 2; HeadphonesControl Inputs: damper (half-pedaling supported)assignable switch; assignable pedal
MIDI: In, OutUSB: type B connector (transmits MIDI only)Power Supply: DC 12 VCurrent Consumption: 12 WattsDimensions: 38.39” (W) x 10.12” (D) x 3.15” (H)/ 975 (W) x 257 (D) x 80 (H) mmWeight: 9.48 lbs./4.3 kgIncluded Items: AC adapter, CD-ROM (X50 Editor, X50 Plug-In Editor and KORG USB-MIDI Driver software) System Requirements:

Windows system requirements to connect via USB: - Supported OS: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional/x64/Vista*Please check for the latest USB MIDI driver for your product
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, Intel/MacSupported Computer: Apple Macintosh with USB port and the ability to run supported OSWindows System Requirement of KORG USB-MIDI Driver:- Supported OS: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional/xp64/VistaSupported Computer: Computers with USB port and the ability to runsupported OS
*Driver software for Windows XP x64 Edition is
beta-version.
Mac System Requirement of KORG USB-MIDI Driver:- Supported OS: Mac OS X 10.3 or later, Intel/MacSupported Computer: Apple Macintosh with USB port and the ability to run supported OSSys. Req. for X50 and X50 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

- Supported OS: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Edition Service Pack 1 or later
After a Vista compliant version of the host application is released, we will perform an operational check.
Operates as stand-alone or VST/RTAS plug-in.
Sys. Req. for X50 and X50 Plug-In Editor (MAC): - CPU: Apple G4/400 MHz or faster
- Memory: 256 MB or larger

Accessories: XVP-10 EXP/VOL Pedal, EXP-2 Foot Controller, DS-1H Damper Pedal
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*VST is trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
*RTAS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc., or its subsidiaries or divisions.
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*Sound processed with INFINITY