we posted about this little monster when we got back from the MusikMesse
as we told you then already
the KORG Monotron might look like a toy
but it’s a real beast

just check this video for the proof
all sounds are played with the Monotron
composed and performed by Koishi

[via Synthtopia]

this little monster wa sthe funkiest find at the MusikMesse
this is the Korg Monotron, a brand new pocket size analogue synth
the little noisemaker is about the size of a cigarettebox

the features

- full-fledged, true analog synthesizer: VCO, VCF, LFO
- inspiring, easy-to-play ribbon keyboard
- features the classic analog filter of the legendary Korg MS-10 & MS-20
- filter any external source using the audio input jack
- LFO can modulate either pitch of filter cutoff
- LFO Rate knob features cool LED visual indicator.
- battery operation and palmtop size equals true portability
- internal speaker/headphone jack lets you enjoy the sound anywhere

as you see the Monotron is far more than just a keychain toy
I could imagine that this will be a new classic

The KAOSSILATOR PRO is the  supercharged version of the palm-sized KAOSSILATOR. The cute yellow plastic thinggy reborn as a powerful track-making tool and loaded with live performance power. Looks more than promising, could be a must have easily.

Another nifty little plug-in for your iPhone… ;) More info here.

This is a sweet little slideshow video about the history of Korg synths.
Video & music by Vanderson . [via Synthtopia]

Korg has introduced a limited edition Kaossilator Pink.

It’s like the normal Kaossilator – except pink. It’s expected to be available soon for about $300.[read more @ Synthtopia]

The original microKORG is loved and used daily by musicians around the world – from keyboardists to guitarists – enabling everyone to experience the enjoyment of a great synthesizer. Now an advanced microKORG is available; a synthesizer that lets you generate your own personal sound, packing a cutting-edge sound engine and powerful effects into a compact, vintage-like body.

diplodocus [zip] [mp3 dj mix]

The world’s first album entirely composed on KORG’s Nintendo DS synthesizer (an emulator of the classic MS-10) has been released courtesy of MP3death.us.

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ZERO LIVE CONTROL MIXER is an all-in-one ‘core station’ designed for live performance artists, remix producers, and serious computer musicians providing a digital mixer, audio I/O, MIDI controller, and effect processor all in a single unit. Each channel can be switched between sources such as a turntable, CD player, microphone, computer, instrument, MIDI controller, or MIDI controller + audio to implement a sophisticated live mixing setup with the simplicity of a FireWire connection. This gives you an incredibly powerful and flexible tool designed specifically for live performance and remix production.

Two models are available: ZERO4 is a four-channel version designed for the needs of the modern DJ, and ZERO8 is an eight-channel version covering the needs of advanced laptop musicians, studio remixers and DJs requiring more channels.

OK this was the official propaganda, lets see how it’s doing on a Skratchworx test. Continue reading to see the ratings right now, jump over to the Skratchworx for the whole story.

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