> > >Third-Generation Korg Workstation with OASYS Innovation!The M3 features a number of innovations distilled from the flagship OASYS including the new EDS (Enhanced Definition Synthesis) sound generator derived from the HD-1 engine design, the advanced second-generation KARMA functionality, and the multi-purpose control surface. Adding innovations such as the new concept of "virtualized hardware" that allows an even closer integration with DAW systems, Drum Tracks which provide a instant groove to play along with, and the new "Korg Komponent System" concept that facilitates more flexible system construction, the M3 music workstation/sampler opens a new and exciting page in music making - it's the workstation that rightfully deserves to wear the "M" that started it all.Korg M3 Module at a Glance:Supercharged with 512 NEW Sounds!Four models availableEnhanced Definition Synthesis: A new horizon of sound-making potentialEffectsExpanded Combination ModeGreat soundsSecond Generation KARMAOpen SamplingKorg Komponent SystemSupercharged with 512 NEW Sounds!Sweetwater has installed an M3 software and soundware upgrade that doubles the number of EDS Program slots from 512 to 1,024. Plus, these new slots are supercharged with 512 additional programs including:More PianosClear-cut piano sounds that are useful for solo playing and also stand out in a group context.Variations that simulate playing with different finger touches.Brighter sounds that are useful both for rock and jazz music.Upright piano sounds reminiscent of famous British rock tunes.Popular M1 piano and various stage piano sounds commonly used in the 80s.Layered sounds with strings or synths.More Electric Pianos and ClavinetsVintage electric piano sounds with nuances simulating the varying condition of different instruments.Popular vintage electric piano sounds with appropriate settings for auto-panning, chorus, delay, etc.Classic reed-based piano sounds with typical tremolo settings.Variations offering the sound of using a guitar amp's natural distortion.Sounds with key-off noise emulations.More StringsAcoustic string sounds and vintage string keyboard sounds.More Brass and WoodwindsA wide variety of sounds that are immediately useful for ensemble parts.Brass and woodwind sounds which combine multiple instruments, such as trumpet and trombone, flute, horns and strings, etc.More GuitarsRealistic guitar sounds using a wide variety of amp types and sizes.Inspiring and immediately useful sounds with classic distortion,chorus and delay effects.More SynthsSimple and easy-to-use analog synth sounds.Vintage solo/lead synth sounds covering the "must-have" sounds from the '70s and '80s.Four models availableThe M3 music workstation/sampler is available as a lineup of four models: , , and weighted  models, as well as the module-only M3-M. The 61-key and 73-key models use a proprietary new semi-weighted synth action keyboard developed by Korg for great playing feel and expressive aftertouch response. The 88-key model features the RH3 (Real Weighted Hammer Action 3) keyboard that reproduces the playing sensation of a grand piano, in which the low range has a heavier feel, with the touch becoming lighter as you play upward on the keyboard, allowing superb response to fine movements of your fingers.Enhanced Definition Synthesis: A new horizon of sound-making potentialThe M3 features a newly developed "EDS" sound generating system based on a new chip design that was developed in parallel with the HD-1 engine from the flagship OASYS. It takes full advantage of the M3's 256 Mbytes of PCM source material which is a veritable "best of" from the OASYS.Using Korg's advanced voicing technology, the 1,028 multisamples, 1,606 drum samples, dual oscillators, four-level velocity switching/crossfading/layering, and stereo sampling allow for an enormous range of high-quality, detailed, and expressive sounds. The filter section, a vital part of the sound-creation process, lets you simultaneously use two resonant filters for each oscillator, and can be configured in series or parallel. Four filter types are provided: lowpass, highpass, band-pass, and band-reject.The amp section features a driver circuit that gives the sound a sense of edge and character, along with low boost to help shake the walls when needed. Integrated 3-band EQ allows tonal sculpting without needing to go to the effects section. Detailed envelope generators, abundant modulation routings, plus the all-new AMS Mixers for advanced processing all combine to provide a level of sound shaping far beyond previous possibilities.EffectsThe all-important effect section provides up to five Insert effects, two Master effects, and one Total effect. In addition to great choruses, flangers, phasers, delays and reverbs, the 170 effect types include dynamic processing effects such as compressor and limiter, amp modeling and speaker simulation effects using Korg's proprietary "REMS" modeling technology, and evocative effects like the Grain Shifter and Talking Modulator.The M3 includes professional features that allow for many cool applications and routings. Dual Common LFOs allow multiple effects to use the same modulation source; an advanced Control Bus provides triggering input from external audio or internal timbres to effects such as compressor/limiters and the vocoder; and the audio inputs can be freely routed to various effect chains and then run to individual outputs allowing the M3 to be used as a 2-in/6-output effects processor.Expanded Combination ModeCombination Mode is where multiple Programs can be freely assigned as splits and layers acros