Product Information: A 73-key hammer-action vintage piano in limited  edition Metallic Red finish.The Korg SV-173 Stage Vintage contains hip, in-demand, and soul-satisfying  keyboard sounds collected together in a single instrument. This is a special  limited edition of the instrument, offered in Metallic Red for an even more  striking stage appearance. Decades of electro-mechanical, transistorized,  tape-driven, analog, and digital legends are joined by a collection of rich  acoustic pianos, all reproduced with stunning realism. The SV-173 is about much  more than excellent sound; it re-creates the look, feel, and visceral pleasure  of performing on a vintage instrument. This version affords 73 keys, a real  convenience for a lot of different repertoires.Crafted using KORG's RX (Real eXperience) technology, each sound is a detailed  and authentic re-creation, accurately capturing the full range of expression and  dynamics of the original. Every element has been preserved”the snap of the tine,  the release of the hammer, and the click of the contacts. By isolating these  sonic components, the RX engine allows you to create a sonic signature from  showroom-shiny to road-ravaged, adding just the right amount to suit your taste.The KORG SV-1 also recreates the effect pedals and studio processing that gave  these sounds their original luster. The proven, tube-driven (12AX7) Valve  Reactor circuit adds warmth and realism to period-accurate amplifier models.  Together, the three-band EQ, Pre-FX, Modulation FX, and Reverb/Delay add yet  another dimension of authenticity to your playing.Designed with performance in mind, the SV-173 is a pleasure to play. The RH3  real weighted hammer action is one of the finest keybeds that KORG offers, with  a solid, responsive feel that inspires confidence. You can forget menus, never  mind banks and programs, and stop staring at displays because the SV-1's entire  front panel is always live, using clearly labeled knobs to dial up exactly the  sound you're looking for. Saving your eight favorite settings for quick recall  is as easy as saving a station on your car radio.The SV-1 piano keyboard provides an economical, reliable, portable, and  maintenance-free alternative to collecting and maintaining a stable of vintage  instruments. The cabinet styling clearly defines the Korg SV-1 as an instrument  that was made to be played, providing a retro-chic appearance that reflects the  pulse and heart of the original instruments.Sought-after sounds
This KORG keyboard provides many signature variations of classic instruments to  inspire your performance. The 36 sounds of the SV-1 allow you to rediscover  hit-making vintage electric pianos, funky clavichords, classic and cult-favorite  organs, string machines, and of course, pianos. The SV-1 also serves up  breathtaking grand piano sounds, real-deal upright piano sounds, plus the sounds  of hall-of-fame electronic contenders. Each category of instrument starts with  the essential classics and then moves beyond what standard products offer, going  into rare and unique instruments that were part of the soundtrack of their eras.  For example, the electric pianos start with several seven-way velocity switched  "tine" versions, continue through the classic "reed" based model, and then into  a vintage analog "electra" instrument (all from American manufacturers), as well  as two different Japanese mid-80's digital classics.The acoustic pianos include three-way stereo versions of both German and  Japanese grand piano giants, a more intimate upright piano, a much-needed mono  piano for small gigs, a late '70s to mid 80's Japanese electro-acoustic  variation, KORG's signature and rocking SG-1D, plus some blended sounds. Organs  include three variations of the classic tonewheel model, the most famous British  and Italian combo organs, and the first-known offering of a signature American  tube-driven console organ.Clavichords include four variations of tonal settings plus a related keyboard  sound from the same manufacturer that used a plucked-reed mechanism to achieve a  unique and intimate sound. Add in real, tape-based and analog strings, choir,  and a couple of fat analog synth sounds and you have an incredibly versatile  palette to perform with.Each of the core keyboards has been accurately sampled including tine, key-off,  damper, and hammer noises at different velocities. Tonewheel organs include the  much-needed leakage and adjustable key-click. KORG even sampled piano cabinet  resonances to enhance the accuracy of their acoustic pianos. By isolating these  sonic components, the RX engine allows you to create a sonic signature sound,  adding just the right amounts to suit your individual taste. This attention to  detail, called the RX Experience, is what makes playing the SV-1 such a joy. It  comes to life in your hands with a 3-dimensional sound, allowing the  electro-mechanical legends to be reborn again.Period-accurate amps and effects
The superb sound generation of the SV-1 is further enhanced with the inclusion  of six separate stages of signal processing, all bypass-able:Equalizer (bass, middle, and treble): Controllable from the front panel, the EQ  allows you to shape the tonal quality of your sound in real time.Pre FX (Compression, Boost, U-Vibe, Chorus/Vibrato, Tremolo, Wah): This section  provides the essential effects for pre-treating your sound or adding some  vintage vibe, with some classic effects modeled by KORG's legendary guitar  effects designers. Add a sweep pedal (KORG's EXP-2 or XVP-10) to get funky with  the Wah.Amp Model (Amp Modeling, cabinet simulation and noise reduction): A wealth of  amp heads and speaker cabinets are available to add color, drive, and edge to  your sound. Plus, KORG's exclusive Valve Reactor circuitry adds the warmth or  snarl that only a real 12AX7 tube can provide.Modulation FX (Chorus 1 and 2, Phaser 1 and 2, Flanger, and Rotary): Some of the  most famous stomp-box pedals have been recreated to give you the signature  sounds for these legendary timbres. KORG's rotary speaker emulation has long  been acclaimed, faithfully adding nuance and motion to any organ sound.Reverb/Delay (Room, Plate, Hall, Spring, Tape Echo, and Stereo Delay): Four  types of reverb are provided, along with a classic tape-echo, plus a tempo-based  digital delay complete with a tap tempo switch.Limiter
This final step in the chain ensures your level remains balanced across all  sounds and is adjustable only through the included computer editor/librarian  software.Zero learning curve
The user interface has been designed with performance in mind. Every essential  control is quickly accessible on the front panel, with no confusing menus or  multiple button presses. Rotary knobs include illuminated LED's to show the  position of the knob, and can be pressed to restore the original setting. For  really quick changes, the KORG SV-1 has eight car-radio style buttons to  instantly call up your eight favorite sounds and settings. Storing a favorite is  equally as easy. Simply adjust the controls to your preferred settings, then  press and hold one of the favorites buttons and when the button flashes, press  it again. Your custom setting is now stored.Touch and tune
The SV-1 is equipped with KORG's finest graded-hammer action (RH3) keyboard. The  Function button provides access to eight different velocity curves that allow  the keyboard to respond to match any performance style. Authentic to the end,  the SV-1 offers eight tuning schemes including equal, grand piano stretch,  electric piano stretch, electric grand, upright stretch, detuned, and two  user-definable types (configurable using the editor/librarian software).  Overall, tuning can also be accessed with the Function button and adjusted by  using the EQ treble control. While in this mode, concert pitch (A=440) can be  recalled quickly by pressing the treble encoder pot. Needless to say, the SV-1  piano can be transposed into any key.Your winning look
Housed in a bold, curvaceous body, the SV-1 really stands out from the crowd.  Coupled with retro-style controls and stunning finishes, the SV-1 oozes  desirability and playability.Connect with others
A pro keyboard would be incomplete without all the right connections. The SV-1  is equipped with balanced XLR and 1/4" outputs, Left and Right audio inputs,  MIDI In and MIDI Out jacks, a USB MIDI Port, and 3 pedal connections: Damper,  Pedal 1, and Pedal 2. The Damper pedal is included, and responds to  half-pedaling for authentic piano response. Pedal 1 is designed for a switch  type of pedal, and can operate as a piano Sostenuto pedal, or as a Fast/Slow  switch when the Rotary Speaker effect is on. Pedal 2 can accept either a  sweep-type pedal (great for authentic Wah effects and accurate organ volume  control) or an additional switch pedal, providing the piano purist with access  to all three piano pedal functions by adding the Una Corda (soft) function.Vintage software
While setting out to create an incredibly friendly and easy-to-use instrument,  KORG knew that there were more tech-savvy players out there that would love  nothing more than to dig a little deeper. The SV-1 Editor/Librarian software  provides cool graphic-based programming, including access to many effects  parameters not available on the SV-1's panel. In addition, the Editor/Librarian  software allows each of the 36 sounds and the eight Favorites to be programmed  and saved individually. This points the way to users sharing and swapping their  favorite settings, and for KORG to supply more sounds in the future. The SV-1  Editor/Librarian runs on Mac or PC, and is included with every SV-1. MIDI Local  can be set on or off from the front panel, allowing the SV-1 to function  effectively as a controller keyboard in any software setup.

Specifications Number of Keys: 73
Keyboard: RH3 - Real Weighted Hammer Action 3, 8 Velocity Touch Curves
Tuning: Transpose to any Key (± 12 half-steps), Fine Tuning, 8 Tuning Curves
Sound Engine: EDS (Enhanced Definition Synthesis), RX (Real eXperience)  Technology
Polyphony: 80 notes
Sounds: 36; 6 Banks x 6 sounds
Bank 1; Electric Piano 1: Tine Electric Piano (x4); VPM Piano (X2)
Bank 2; Electric Piano 2: Reed Electric Piano (x2); Electro-Acoustic Grand; KORG  SG-1D; 80's Synth Piano; MIDI Grand
Bank 3; Clav: Clav (x4); Plucked Reed Piano-ette; Transistor Piano
Bank 4; Piano: Bright Japanese Grand; Smooth European Grand; Mono Grand; Upright  Piano; Piano + Strings; Piano + Pad
Bank 5; Organ: Tone wheel (x3); USA Tube Console; Italian Combo; VOX Combo
Bank 6; Other: Real Strings; Tape Strings; String Machine; Real Choir; Synth  Brass; Sharp Brass
Favorites: 8 Assignable switches for fast program recall
Effects/Processing: Five Individual Sections
Equalizer: On/Off Switch; Bass, Mid, Treble Knobs
Pre-FX: On/Off Switch; Speed Knob, Intensity Knob; Compressor, Boost, U-Vibe,  Vibrato, Tremolo, VoxWah (Auto/Pedal Switch)
Amp Model: On/Off Switch; Drive Knob; Clean, California, Tweed, AC30, Mod'ed  OverDrive, Organ Hi-Gain OverDrive
Modulation FX: On/Off Switch; Speed Knob, Intensity Knob; Chorus 1, Chorus 2,  Phaser 1, Phaser 2, Flanger, Rotary (Fast/Slow Switch)
Reverb/Delay: On/Off Switch; Depth Knob; Room, Plate, Hall, Spring, Tape Echo,  Stereo Delay (Tap-Tempo Button)
Valve Reactor Tube: 1 x 12AX7
Other Panel Controls: Master Volume Knob, Transpose Button, Local Off Button,  Function Button
Demo Songs: 36; Press Transpose + Local Off buttons to access
Connections:
Audio Outputs: Left/Mono, Right (1/4 in. Unbalanced); Left, Right (XLR Balanced)
Audio Inputs: Left/Mono, Right (1/4 in.)
MIDI: Standard In, Out; USB/MIDI port
Damper Pedal: Damper (fixed)
Pedal 1: Switch Type; Sostenuto or Rotary Speaker Fast/Slow functions
Pedal 2: Sweep Type; Volume/Expression or Wah functions, Switch Type; Soft Pedal  (Una Corda) function
Headphones: Stereo 1/4 in.
Power supply: Internal switching adapter, AC100240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption: 15 Watt
Dimensions: 45 x 13.66 x 6.1 in.
Weight: 38.5 lb. (without music stand)
Accessories Included: power cable, quick guide, accessory CD, music stand,  damper pedal (KORG DS-2H)
SV-1 73-Key Stage Vintage Piano Limited Edition Metallic RedRX (Real eXperience) technology produces electro-mechanical, transistorized,  tape-driven, analog, and digital sounds, plus a collection of rich acoustic  piano sounds.
Tube-driven (12AX7) Valve Reactor circuit adds warmth and realism
Three-band EQ, Pre-FX, Modulation FX, and Reverb/Delay
Equipped with KORG's finest graded-hammer action (RH3) keyboard
SV-1's entire front panel is always live, so clearly labeled knobs dial up  exactly the sound you're seeking and saving your eight favorite settings for  quick recall is easy.
Retro-chic, cabinet-style appearance
36 sounds allow you to play vintage electric pianos, funky clavichords, classic  and cult-favorite organs, string machines, and of course, pianos.
Six separate stages of signal processing: Equalizer, Pre FX, Amp Model,  Modulation FX, Reverb/Delay, Limiter
Rotary knobs include illuminated LED's
Eight tuning schemes including equal, grand piano stretch, electric piano  stretch, electric grand, upright stretch, detuned, and two user-definable types
Equipped with balanced XLR and 1/4" outputs, Left and Right audio inputs, MIDI  In and MIDI Out jacks, and a USB MIDI Port
3 pedal connections: Damper, Pedal 1, and Pedal 2
The SV-1 Editor/Librarian software provides cool graphic-based programming and  allows each of the 36 sounds and the eight Favorites to be programmed and saved  individually; operates with Mac or PC
MIDI Local can be set on or off from the front panel, allowing the SV-1 to  function as a controller keyboard in any software setup