Korg MS-20 FS Monophonic Analog Synthesiser (Blue)
Features
- Full-Sized Reissue of Original MS-20.
- Flexible Patching System.
- 2 Oscillators.
- Ring Modulator on Oscillator 2.
- Envelope Generators with Hold and Delay.
Description
The Korg MS-20 FS Monophonic Analog Synthesiser (Blue) is a faithful reissue of the original full-sized analogue synthesiser featuring the circuitry of the iconic, late 1970s MS-20. Its versatile patching options, two versions of analogue filters, and the ability to process external signals makes this diminutive powerhouse very attractive to the analogue synthesiser aficionado.
A development team led by the original engineers strove to painstakingly replicate the MS-20, both in sound and form. The sound comes from an architecture featuring two oscillators (one with ring modulation) and envelope generators with hold and delay. The VCA (voltage-controlled amplifier) maintains the basic design of the original, but has been modified to produce less noise.
The high- and low-pass filters have a switch for early and late models, and feature resonance and distinctive distortion, which can deliver radical sounds when they are pushed into self-oscillation. Additionally, external sources such as an electric guitar or vocals can be used to control the synthesiser or have the source manipulated by the filters. A flexible hardwired patching system provides nearly endless possibilities.
The synthesiser features a MIDI In jack for receiving note messages, and a USB-MIDI connector that can transmit and receive note messages (there is no velocity information over MIDI, but you can modulate signal amplitude via VCA patch points). Connecting the unit to a computer allows it to be triggered from a sequencer. The Korg MS20 FS ships with a power adapter and ten patch cords.
Key Features:
- Full-sized MS-20 is a reissue of the original synthesiser from the 1970s with fully analogue circuitry.
- Overseen by the engineers of the original MS-20.
- Incorporates a dual VCO (voltage-controlled oscillator), dual VCA (voltage-controlled amplifier), dual VCF (voltage-controlled filter), dual EG (envelope generator), and a single LFO (low-frequency oscillator) structure.
- Self-oscillating, high-pass and low-pass filters with distinctive distortion, which includes a switchable early or late model designs.
- External signal processor (ESP)
- Highly flexible patching system.
- MIDI In and USB connector.
- Replicates every detail of the original, down to the package binding and the included manual.
Specifications
| Keyboard | 37-Note Keyboard |
| Polyphony | Monophonic |
| Multitimbral Parts | Complex Monotimbral |
| Synthesis Method | Patchable Voltage-Controlled Analogue |
| Control Section | Voltage Controlled Oscillator 1 (VCO 1): Scale: 32, 16, 8, 4' (6 Octaves, +Cent, -Cent) Waveform: Triangle, Sawtooth, PW-Square, White Noise, (4 modes) Pulse-Width Adjust: 1:1 to 1:Infinity Voltage Controlled Oscillator 2 (VCO 2): Scale: 16, 8, 4, 2' (6 Octaves, +Cent, -Cent) Waveform: Sawtooth, Square, Pulse, Ring Modulator, (4 modes) Pitch: +/-1 Octave VCO Master Control: Master Tune: +/- 100 cents Portamento: Maximum 10 sec Frequency Modulation Intensity by MG/T.EXT: -5 to +5 V Frequency Modulation Intensity by EG1/EXT: -5 to +5 V VCO Mixer: VCO 1 Level VCO 2 Level Voltage Controlled High Pass Filter (VCF HPF): Cutoff Frequency: 50 Hz to 15 kHz Peak: Flat to Self OSC Cutoff Frequency Modulation Intensity by MG/T.EXT: -5 to +5 V Cutoff Frequency Modulation Intensity by EG2/EXT: -5 to +5 V Voltage Controlled Low Pass Filter (VCF LPF): Cutoff Frequency: 50 Hz to 15 kHz Peak: Flat to Self OSC Cutoff Frequency Modulation Intensity by MG/T.EXT: -5 to +5 V Cutoff Frequency Modulation Intensity by EG2/EXT: -5 to +5 V Envelope Generator 1: Delay Time Max: 10 sec Attack Time Max: 10 sec Release Time Max: 10 sec Envelope Generator 2: Hold Time Max: 20 sec Attack Time Max: 10 sec Decay Time Max: 10 sec Sustain Time Max: 10 sec Release Time Max: 10 sec Modulation Generator (LFO): Waveform: Positive Sawtooth, Triangle, Negative Sawtooth, Wide Pulse, Square, Narrow Pulse Frequency: 0.1 to 20 Hz Manual Controller: Control Wheel (Centre Click) Momentary Switch for Ground Power Switch and Volume Indicators: Keyboard Trigger LED Modulation Generator Rate LED Power On LED |
| External Signal Processor | Control Section: Input Signal Level Low-Cut Frequency: 50 Hz to 2.5 kHz High-Cut Frequency: 100 Hz to 5 kHz CV Adjust Threshold Level Input and Output: Signal In Amplifier Out Band-Pass Filter Out CV Out: 0 to +8.4 V ENV Out: 0 to +5 V Trig Out: +5 V --> Ground Indicators: Peak Indicator LED Trigger Indicator LED Control Section Input Signal Level Low-Cut Frequency: 50 Hz to 2.5 kHz High-Cut Frequency: 100 Hz to 5 kHz CV Adjust Threshold Level |
| Patch Panel | All Connectors: 1/4" / 6.35 mm TS Mono Keyboard: |
| Connectors | 1 x 1/4" / 6.35 mm TS Mono Signal Output (2 V p-p, Output Impedance 3.5 Kilohms) 1 x 1/4" / 6.35 mm TS Mono External Signal Input 1 x 1/4" / 6.35 mm TS Mono Headphone 1 x 5-Pin MIDI In 1 x USB Type-B |
| Power Requirements | External Power Supply: 12 VDC, 1.5 A |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 22.6 x 12.4 x 9.8" / 57.3 x 31.6 x 24.8 cm |
| Weight | 13.9 lb / 6.3 kg |
In The Box
- Korg MS-20 FS Monophonic Analog Synthesiser (Blue)
- External Power Supply.
- Patch Cables.
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Details
- Product: Korg MS-20 FS Monophonic Analog Synthesiser (Blue)
- Manufacturer: Korg
- Model: KOR-MS-20-FS-BL
- SKU: KOR-MS-20-FS-BL
- RM Product #: 83329
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