Korg KROSS2 61 KEYS
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Essential Information About the Korg Kross 2 Synthesizer
Essential Information About the Korg Kross 2 Synthesizer
- EDS-i engine inherited from Korg's pro models, 1,417 ready-to-play sounds and 134 effects including amp simulations and vocoder
- All-in-one workstation: 16-track MIDI sequencer, multitrack audio recorder on SD card, dual arpeggiator, and drum track
- 16 sampling pads to capture, loop, and trigger WAV files, with automatic saving
- Ultra portable (61 or 88 NH keys), powered by AA batteries or mains, USB audio/MIDI interface and software editors
Manufacturer Information
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The Mobile Workstation That Extends Korg's DNA
The Kross 2 continues Korg's expertise with the EDS-i engine and a vast library inspired by the brand's classic sounds. It features a multilayer piano with pedal resonance for expressive playing, all housed in a lightweight chassis designed for both road and studio use.For Which Musicians and Uses?
Ideal for keyboardists from beginners to advanced seeking a versatile and fast workstation, the Kross 2 shines both live and in studio/DAW environments. The "Quick Layer" and "Quick Split" functions, favorites, and 16 pads provide instant sound changes, perfect for pop, electro, synthwave, techno, ambient, or soundtrack music.Technical specifications
| Number of effects | 134 | Sound generator | PCM |
| Arpeggiator | Yes | Envelope | ADSR |
| Controller | Pitchbend, Modulation, Sustain | LFO | 2 per channel |
| Sampler | Yes | Backup type | SD card |
| Filters | High pass, Low pass, Band pass, Band-reject | Audio recorder | Integrated SD card audio recorder |
| Provided software | Editor | Accessories included | DVD, Power supply, User manual |
| User memories number | 2490 | MIDI I/O | IN, OUT (DIN), MIDI PAR USB |
| Max polyphony | 120 | Inputs | USB, Expression pedal, Sustain pedal, Midi, Jack, Line in, SD card |
| Velocity sensitive | Yes | Outputs | USB, Midi, Headset, 2 x jack |
| Synthesis type | Digital, PCM | Color | Black |
| Category | Workstation | Finishing | Matt |
| Number of keys | 61 | Sequencer | Yes |
| Touch | Lightweight | Preset number | 1194 |
| Split & layer | layer, split | Display | LCD |
| Key format | big | Number of pads | 16 |
| Transposition | Yes | Weight | 3.8 kg |
| Memory | 112 MEGABYTE | Dimensions (mm) | 935 x 269 x 88 |
| Keyboard | 61 velocity-sensitive keys, adjustable range C1-C8 (normally C2-C7) | Keyboard tracking and AMS mixers | keyboard tracking generators (filter, amp), 2 AMS mixers |
| Other keyboard version | 88 NH (Natural Weight Hammer Action) keys, adjustable range A1-C9 (normally A0-C8) | Pitch and common modulation | pitch generator, common LFO and 2 common keyboard trackers |
| Aftertouch | no | Combis | up to 16 switchable timbres |
| Synthesis engine | EDS-i | Drum kit composition | stereo and mono samples, adjustable crossfade curves (linear, power, layer) |
| Polyphony | 60/120 voices/oscillators depending on the settings (stereo multisamples, velocity crossfading) | User programs | 1,280 (768 preloaded) |
| PCM memory | 128 MB, 496 multisamples (including 7 stereo) and 1,014 drum samples (including 49 stereo) | User Combis | 896 (384 preloaded) |
| PCM expansion memory | 128 MB | User drum kits | 58 (42 preloaded) |
| Oscillators | 2, supports stereo multisamples | Preset programs | 265 (256 GM2 and 9 GM2 drum) |
| Velocity zones per oscillator | 4 (switching, crossfade, layers) | Favorites | 8 banks of 16 (128 total) |
| 2 multimode filters per voice | low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, band-reject | Insert, send and master effects | 5 inserts (75 types), 2 sends and 2 master effects (101 for Master 1, 120 for Master 2) |
| 4 routings | single, series, parallel, 24 dB | Effects types and functions | 134 types in total, dynamic modulation, stereo sidechain (limiter, gates, vocoders) |
| Envelope generators and LFOs | 2 envelope generators (filter, amp) per voice, 2 LFOs | ||
Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
Customers praised this 61-key stage keyboard for its excellent value and lightweight design. It's easy to use with rich functions, ideal for beginners and stage performers. However, customers noted this model lacks built-in speakers, requiring external monitoring speakers. An SD card is needed for backups.
Review highlights
- “Excellent value for money. Great instrument for beginners.”
- “Lightweight stage keyboard that meets expectations perfectly.”
- “Very good value for money product.”
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Very good considering the price, quite easy to use, but I did not see that there were no speakers for the 61 pad model, hence the 4 stars. So I added 2 monitor speakers and it's perfect!
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As a beginner, you can easily find a product that suits you and is rich in its various functions. Moreover, a Korg.
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Very good instrument to start like me. Excellent value for money. We have a lot of fun with it.
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Product very good value for money, be careful to add the SD card for backups!
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I took it because I needed a lightweight stage keyboard and it fully met my expectations
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Korg KROSS2 61-Key suitable for live performance?
Weighing 3.8 kg and measuring 935 x 269 x 88 mm, this model is easy to transport. Quick Layer, Quick Split functions, favorites, and 16 pads enable rapid sound changes. Power options include AC adapter or batteries, enhancing its portability.
What type of keyboard and key action does it have?
The keyboard features 61 large keys with a light touch, velocity sensitive. Transpose function is available, as well as layer and split modes.
Is it possible to record songs without a computer?
It includes a 16-track MIDI sequencer and a 16-bit/48 kHz audio recorder on SD card. The dual arpeggiator, rhythm track, and step sequencer allow arrangements to be built directly on the instrument.
What connectivity is available for music production and pedals?
USB audio/MIDI supports DAW integration, and MIDI connection is also provided via DIN IN/OUT. There are inputs for sustain and expression pedals, as well as a Line In. Outputs include two jacks, a headphone output, USB, and MIDI.
How many sounds and effects are included?
Internal memory contains 1,194 presets and 2,490 user memories. The PCM EDS-i engine offers up to 120 voices of polyphony and 134 effects, including vocoder and sidechain.



