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KORG M3-m M3M XPanded Workstation Synthesizer Sampler Workstation Module

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Brand: Korg Model: M3


    Description Will include voltage converter with item. The condition is good The Korg M3-M 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 an instant groove to play along with, and the new "Korg Komponent System" concept that facilitates more flexible system construction, the M3-M 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.Enhanced Definition Synthesis
The Korg M3-M 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-M'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 multi-samples, 1,606 drum samples, dual oscillators, 4-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 2 resonant filters for each oscillator, and can be configured in series or parallel. Four filter types are provided: low-pass, high-pass, 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.<!--[if !supportLineBreakNewLine]-->
<!--[endif]-->EffectsThe all-important effect section provides up to 5 Insert effects, 2 Master effects, and 1 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 Korg M3-M 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-M to be used as a 2-in/6-output effects processor.Funky Drummer
A drumkit in the Korg M3-M can be created from ROM or RAM samples, mono or stereo, with up to four-way velocity switching and cross-fading for incredible realism. Powerful sound shaping can occur here, with EQ, drive and low boost plus individual effects routing per key, delivering incredible results.New Drum Track
The Korg M3-M provides a new Drum Track function that adds a groove to each sound you play. Combined with Karma it makes a Program a complete sonic adventure that is sure to inspire. You can select patterns from over 500 in internal memory and start them with a dedicated button, from a desired region of the keyboard or by playing a velocity that's above a specified threshold.Since the Drum Track uses MIDI data stored in a Pattern, it is easy for you to create your own in the Sequencer Mode, either recording them, importing them from SMF data or other user's songs, or converting recorded Karma data as MIDI events for further manipulation. Even sampled loops can be used! This is a powerful feature with uses ranging from creating music-production memos to inspirational jamming and realtime performance.Expanded Combination Mode
Combination Mode is where multiple Programs can be freely assigned as splits and layers across the keyboard, including velocity switching and cross-fading for complex and expressive sounds. Sounds can be delayed either by time or by tempo, even when you release a key, allowing you to create sophisticated rhythmic soundscapes and performance effects. Monophonic sounds can be forced to be polyphonic, or vice-versa, and you can select only one of the oscillators if desired. For the more adventurous musician, each timbre can even use a different scale or tuning!The Korg M3-M allows for 16 timbres at the same time, including a Drum Track, up to 4 Karma Modules, multiple effects and much more. Each timbre has dedicated 3-band EQ for getting the perfect mix, and a powerful Tone Adjust setup for detailed in-context sound shaping.In addition to providing more sound elements, this means that Combis can be set up and saved as complete 16-part MIDI sequencing templates for use with an external sequencer and computer DAWs.Great Sounds
In the end it's always about the sounds, and the Korg M3-M doesn't disappoint. Korg's acclaimed international voicing team delivers the goods once again: stunningly realistic imitative sounds, fat synth sounds, imaginative textures, evocative sound effects - it's all here. The Korg M3-M comes loaded with 512 Programs, and room for a total of 1,664 user sounds (