Korg SV2 73

A Modern Heir to the Stage Vintage Series, Designed for Today's Stage

In the spirit of Korg's "Stage Vintage," the SV-2 73 focuses on immediacy: an instrument that adjusts by ear and touch, without complex navigation. This vintage approach goes beyond looks: it's reflected in the selection of iconic sounds, the front panel control logic, and the emphasis on "studio" and "vintage pedal" style effects. The SV-2 also takes the concept further with more memory, ready-to-recall Favorites, and connectivity designed for modern setups.

Keyboard Design

The Korg SV-2 73 is equipped with the Real Weighted Hammer Action 3 (RH3), a graded hammer action that replicates a heavier feel in the low register and lighter in the high register, just like an acoustic piano. Thanks to the 8 velocity curves, you can finely adjust the keyboard's response to your playing style: ideal for switching from a soft touch (ballads, accompaniment) to a more percussive style (electric pianos, funk, pop) while maintaining precise dynamic control.

Sound Quality

The EDS-X (Extended Definition Synthesis - eXpanded) engine relies on multi-mic recordings to deliver rich tones that are immediately usable in both mix and front of house. The RX layer adds realism elements (release, key and mechanical noises), and these noises are adjustable to find the right balance between authenticity and sonic cleanliness depending on the context. With 72 factory sounds organized into families and variations, and a maximum polyphony of 128 notes, the SV-2 73 covers everything from grand pianos to electric pianos, clavinets, organs, and vintage textures, while remaining reliable in dense chords and layering. Note: the SV-2S version (if chosen) includes a K-ARRAY amplification system for playing without external speakers.

Built-in Effects

The SV-2 73 features 6 effect blocks with a very "instrumental" character: reverb, chorus, delay, phaser, tremolo, and amp simulations to recapture the warmth and grain of vintage setups. A dedicated EQ completes the package for quickly shaping your place in the mix (more presence, tighter lows, a softer sound for studio use), all while maintaining instant front-panel adjustment.

Technical specifications

Number of effects	21	Sympathetic resonance	Yes
Arpeggiator	No	Mechanical noise of the pedal	Yes
Bluetooth	No	Number of pedals	3
User memories number	64	Max polyphony	128
Velocity sensitive	Yes	Included accessories	sustain pedal, power adapter, lectern
MIDI DIN I/O	Yes	USB to Host port	Yes
Category	stage piano	Color	Black
Number of keys	73	Finishing	Satin
Touch	Heavy	Preset number	72
Split & layer	layer, split	Weight	17.2 kg
Number of sounds	72	Dimensions (mm)	1 143 x 347 x 157
Transposition	Yes

Keyboard	73 velocity-sensitive keys, Real Weighted Hammer Action 3	Audio inputs	6.35 mm jacks L/Mono, R
Touch selection	8 curves	MIDI	IN and OUT connectors
Sound generation	EDS-X (Extended Definition Synthesis - eXpanded)	USB	USB 2.0 Type B
Factory sounds	72 (6 families x 2 sets, 6 variations)	Global settings	Master Transpose, Master Tune, tuning curves
Favorites	64 locations (direct recall from the panel)	Dimensions	1143 x 347 x 157 mm
RX layer	adjustable mechanical noises	Power cable	included
Dedicated equalizer (EQ)	yes	Music stand	included
Audio outputs	balanced XLR L/R; 6.35 mm jacks L/Mono, R	Damper pedal	DS-2H
Headphones	6.35 mm stereo jack on the front panel	Documentation	quick guide