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Korg KingKORG User Manual

Korg KingKORG
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Contents
Parameters ......................................................................... 3
1. Program parameters ................................................................................... 3
2. Timbre parameters..................................................................................... 4
3. Vocoder parameters ..................................................................................13
4. Arpeggio parameters .................................................................................14
5. Edit utility parameters.................................................................................16
6. GLOBAL parameters...................................................................................16
7. MIDI parameters ......................................................................................18
8. CV&Gate parameters ..................................................................................20
9. Foot parameters ......................................................................................20
10. UserKeyTune parameters ............................................................................21
11. EQ parameters.......................................................................................22
12. Tube parameters.....................................................................................22
13. Global utility.........................................................................................22
Effects ............................................................................23
1. What are effects.......................................................................................23
2. Effects provided by the ...............................................................................23
3. Controlling the effects ................................................................................23
4. Program effects .......................................................................................24
5. Global effects .........................................................................................28
MIDI ..............................................................................30
1. Using the with other MIDI devices (MIDI) .............................................................30
2. Channels and messages ..............................................................................32
3. Parameters transmitted and received via NRPN........................................................34
4. System exclusive messages ...........................................................................34
5. Realtime Messages....................................................................................34
6. Default control change assignments and transmission/reception (CC#Map) ...........................35
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Korg KingKORG Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAnalog Modeling Synthesizer
Polyphony24 voices
ArpeggiatorYes
MIDIIn, Out, Thru
Sound EngineXMT (eXpanded Modeling Technology)
USBType B
Oscillators3 per voice
EffectsReverb, Delay, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, EQ, Distortion
Keyboard61 keys, Velocity-sensitive
InputsMic In
OutputsL/Mono, R, Headphones
VocoderYes
DisplayBacklit LCD
Presets200 Programs
Weight7.0 kg

Summary

Program Parameters

Timbre Parameters

Voice Mode and Timbres

Configure Voice Mode (Single, Layer, Split) and Timbre A/B settings.

Oscillator Parameters

Oscillator Types and Waveforms

Select basic waveforms like Saw, Pulse, Triangle, Sine for oscillators.

Control 1 & 2 Parameters

Adjust specific parameters like Waveform and Pulse Width for oscillator types.

Noise and Dual Oscillator Types

Noise Oscillator Types

Explore White, Pink, Blue, and Resonance noise for sound effects.

Mixer and Filter Settings

Filter Type Selection

Choose from 18 filter types (LPF, HPF, BPF) to shape the sound.

Filter Control and Amplifier Settings

Filter Resonance, LFO, and Keyboard Tracking

Adjust filter resonance, LFO modulation, and keyboard tracking for cutoff.

Envelope Generators and LFOs

EG1 Filter Envelope Settings

Adjust Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release for filter cutoff modulation.

EG2 Amplifier Envelope Settings

Configure Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release for volume modulation.

LFO Details and Virtual Patch

Virtual Patch (V.Patch) Functionality

Assign modulation sources (EG, LFO) to destinations for complex sound design.

Vocoder Parameters

Vocoder Switch and Carrier Settings

Enable/disable vocoder, and set input levels for Timbre A and B carrier.

Vocoder Modulator Settings

Configure modulator audio source, gate sensitivity, and threshold.

Vocoder Amplifier and Arpeggio Setup

Front Panel Arpeggio Controls

Enable/disable arpeggiator, set tempo, and use tap tempo functionality.

Arpeggiator Configuration

Arpeggio Type, Resolution, and Gate Time

Select arpeggio type, resolution, gate time, and swing for pattern creation.

Power Management and MIDI Setup

MIDI Basic Settings

Configure global MIDI channel, local control, and MIDI routing options.

MIDI Control and Filtering

MIDI Control Source Assignments

Assign MIDI control messages (CC#, Pitch Bend, SysEx) for modulation and control.

MIDI CC#Map Configuration

Assign control change messages to parameters for external control.

CV/Gate and Foot Pedal Control

CV/Gate Output Configuration

Set CV/Gate modes, CV type (Oct/V, Hz/V), CV range, and gate polarity.

Foot Pedal Assignment and Calibration

Assign functions to foot pedal and perform calibration for optimal range.

Global Effects: TUBE

Vacuum Tube Circuitry

Utilize the vacuum tube for rich overtones and smooth distortion.

Global Effects: EQ

EQ Frequency Adjustment

Set cutoff frequencies for low and high shelving equalizers.

MIDI Connectivity

Connecting External MIDI Devices

Connect MIDI sequencers, computers via USB or MIDI for control and recording.

Setting the KingKORG's MIDI Channel

Match the KingKORG's MIDI channel to external devices for proper communication.

MIDI Operation and Control

Control Change Assignments

Assign CC numbers to parameters for external device control or KingKORG knob control.

MIDI Channels and Messages

MIDI Control Change Messages

Sound Control via CC Messages

Use CC messages for volume, modulation depth, and stereo panning.

Advanced MIDI: NRPN, SysEx, Realtime

Default MIDI CC#Map Assignments

CC#Map Transmission and Reception

Details default CC assignments for transmission and reception of parameters.

CC#Map Assignments Table (Pitch, Voice, Osc)

Lists default CC assignments for Pitch, Voice, Oscillators, Mixer, Filter, Amp, and EG.

MIDI CC#Map Assignments (Continued)

Filter, Effect, and Vocoder CC#Map

Details default CC assignments for Filter, effects (PreFX, ModFX, RevDly), and Vocoder.

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