KO-KRONOS373
Type: Workstations
In addition to the thousands of included sound programs and combinations, the new KRONOS introduces 256 additional programs, carefully crafted to elevate your musical creativity. Central to this update are 128 brand-new sound programs, including a stunning Italian piano with gorgeous, transparent resonance, and the Tine EP I Early, an electric piano tone that authentically replicates the earthy, vintage sound of metal rod (tine) mechanisms. These additions, alongside FM electric pianos, versatile synth pads, lush leads, and more, give you a broad palette of truly useful sounds spanning every genre—from timeless classics to modern chart-toppers.
Exclusive Programs and Combinations: KRONOS comes preloaded with a treasure trove of iconic sounds from the KRONOS Sound Libraries.- KRS-08 Best of TRITON: A brilliant and inspiring collection of 128 programs from one of the biggest selling synthesizers of all time and included here as a preloaded gift.- KRS-04 Pro Splits and Layers: Essential keyboard splits and layers optimized for real-time performance.- KRS-05 Ensemble Combinations: Band-friendly ensembles featuring brass, strings, and synths.Additionally, KRS-06 and KRS-06B CX-3 Signature Sounds—a joint collaboration between KORG and some specially chosen top-tier organists—bring 256 CX-3 organ programs to your fingertips, preloaded and ready to play. This collection of timeless sounds ensure every performer, from soloists to ensemble players, has access to the best KRONOS has to offer.
Streamlined Control, Unparalleled Intuitiveness: The KRONOS control system has been meticulously refined over generations to deliver a performance interface as intuitive as it is powerful. Its layout—featuring eight real-time knobs, nine sliders, and a suite of performance controls—remains comfortably familiar, empowering musicians to focus on their craft and perform intuitively. At the heart of the interface lies the large, responsive TouchView display, now faster and more responsive than ever and offering at-a-glance access to vital information and settings. This seamless design ensures anyone familiar with previous KRONOS models can effortlessly dive in.
Optimized for Speed and Precision: KRONOS takes performance efficiency to new heights with its significantly improved startup process. Thanks to a reengineered system architecture, startup time is now 60% faster than previous models, drastically reducing downtime. Coupled with an enhanced TouchView interface, KRONOS provides unmatched responsiveness, ensuring every interaction feels instantaneous and intuitive.
Massive Sound Selection: KRONOS comes equipped with thousands of sounds, created using various synthesis modes and calling upon over approximately 21 GB of preset waveform data covering a variety of genres. Each one has been carefully crafted by the KORG Sound Design team. The internal SSD offers a generous 62*GB capacity, providing enormous space for user sampling or downloading additional KRONOS Sound Libraries. These optional KRONOS Sound Libraries add new professionally programmed sounds—without the need to add any new hardware.
