Korg modwave mkII Wavetable Synthesizer Now Available

25 Oct, 2023  No Comment


Korg has introduced the modwave mkII – an update to the wavetable synth that offers nearly double the polyphony, expanded free-running LFOs, and more.

The modwave mkII provides 60 voices of polyphony – almost double the original modwave’s 32, – and all LFOs now have options for free running, delayed start, and retriggering. They’ve also added a pre/post switch for reverb sends, new modulation sources, and more.

In 1985, Korg introduced the DW-8000, a hybrid synthesizer that combined digital wavetables with analog filters. Korg says that the modwave builds on the DW legacy, featuring “deep wavetable oscillators, gorgeous filters, wildly flexible modulation, unmatched polyphony, comprehensive pattern sequencing, and immediately satisfying hands-on control”.

modwave also introduces two unique new tools for creating dynamic motion:

  • Kaoss Physics combines an x/y Kaoss pad with modulatable game physics to create a responsive, interactive controller.
  • Motion Sequencing 2.0 brings the organic, continuously evolving patterns of the wavestate’s Wave Sequencing 2.0 into the world of motion sequencing, including multiple lanes and real-time recording to help you create complex and evolving phrases.

Like the wavestate and opsix, the modwave synth engine offers a modern take on classic digital synthesis capabilities.

Korg modwave Audio Demos:

Features:

  • modwave synthesis engine
  • Kaoss Physics
  • Motion Sequencing 2.0
  • Deep synth engine, with a wide range of filter options, extensive modulation options, effects, randomization and more.
  • Editor/Librarian software
  • Set Lists and Smooth Sound Transitions

Korg modwave mkII is available now for about $700.

 

Sound Design with Korg Modwave Synthesizer

9 Oct, 2023  No Comment


Synthesist Ian Dixon shared this series of videos that look at sound design on the Korg ModWave synthesizer.

The Korg Modwave is a modern synth design that builds on the capabilities of the classic DW-8000. It features distinctive wavetable timbres, Kaoss Physics, and Motion Sequencing 2.0.

The tutorial offers a comprehensive introduction to sound design with the Korg Modwave. The tutorial applies both to the hardware Korg Modwave and the Korg Modwave Native plugin.

Samples and Motion Sequencing:

The second video in the series looks at how to use the samples integrated into the Korg Modwave, along with harnessing the powerful motion sequencer to modulate multiple parameters on the Modwave.

Watch the videos and share your thoughts on the Modwave in the comments!

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Desktop Conversion Kit for the Korg Wavestate, Opsix and Modwave Synthesizers

25 Apr, 2023  No Comment


Tall Dog Electronics has launched a Kickstarter project to fund production of a desktop conversion kit for Korg Wavestate, Opsix & Modwave synthesizers.

The kit replaces the replaces Korg’s plastic keyboard case with a machined aluminum body. The result is a desktop synth that’s about half the height and depth of the original keyboard.

Installation takes about a half hour, and it is reversible, if you decide you want to convert your synth back to having a keyboard.

An overview of the conversion process:

Production of the Desktop Conversion Kit for the Korg Wavestate, Opsix & Modwave synthesizers is being funded via a Kickstarter project, and it is available to backers starting at $164

*Note: All crowdfunded projects can involve risk. See the project website for details.

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