Korg Electribe EMX-1 Vintage Groovebox Review
Synthesist Starsky Carr – in his latest video – shares his take on the Korg Electribe EMX-1 – a vintage groovebox that’s loved by many for its combination of ease of use and capabilities.
Video Summary:
“Can a groovebox from 2003 really carry an entire live techno, House or Electro set?
After watching my mate Beau Beaumont play a whole gig out of a single Korg Electribe, I had to find out for myself. In this video I dig into the EMX-1 (the blue, synth-based Electribe) — the sounds, the synth engine, the effects, and the performance tricks that let you play a full live set from one little groovebox. Stick around to the end for a 15-minute live set demo recorded in one take.
The Korg Electribe EMX-1 and its sample-based sibling the ESX-1 came out over 20 years ago, but they’ve quietly become cult live-performance machines. 9 drum parts, 5 synth parts, 16 oscillator types, 256 patterns per song, 3 chainable effects, motion sequencing, and a pair of glowing valves for warmth and grit. By the end you’ll know exactly what it does, what it can’t do, and how to actually gig with one.”
Watch the video and share your thoughts on the Korg Electribe EMX-1 in the comments.
