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Korg Krome User Manual

Korg Krome
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Operation Guide

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Korg Krome Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sound EngineEDS-X (Enhanced Definition Synthesis-eXpanded)
Preset Programs640
MIDIIn, Out
Polyphony120 voices
Preset Combinations288
Drum Kits16 user
Effects5 Insert, 2 Master, 1 Total, 193 types
Sequencer16-track
Arpeggiator2 arpeggiators
Display7-inch TFT color TouchView display
Audio OutputsL/MONO, R, Headphones
Audio InputsL/MONO, R (1/4" jacks)
USBType B
SD Card SlotYes
Weight (61-key model)7.2 kg (15.87 lbs)
Power SupplyAC adapter (included)
Keyboard61-key, velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted

Summary

About this manual

The manuals and how to use them

Describes the KROME's manuals, their purpose, and how to access them.

Conventions in this manual

Explains manual conventions like abbreviations, symbols, and display examples for better understanding.

Introduction to the KROME

Front Panel Overview

Details the layout and functions of the KROME's front panel controls and buttons.

Rear Panel Overview

Power Supply and Connections

Details the rear panel's power input, audio outputs, pedal jacks, MIDI, SD, and USB connectors.

Objects in the display

Display Elements

Explains the names and functions of various elements displayed on the KROME's screen.

Basic Information

About the KROME’s Modes

Provides an overview of the KROME's five operational modes and their primary functions.

Basic Operations

Selecting Modes and Pages

Explains fundamental operations like selecting modes, pages, and navigating through them.

Writing and Saving Data

Saving Procedures

Details procedures for saving edited programs, combinations, and other data to internal memory or SD card.

Setup

Power Management

Guides on connecting the AC adapter, powering the unit on/off, and managing auto power-off settings.

Connections

Computer and MIDI Connections

Explains USB and MIDI connections for linking the KROME with a computer and external MIDI devices.

Playing and Editing Programs

Selecting and Playing Programs

Covers selecting and auditioning programs, and an overview of program banks.

Program Information and Controllers

Detailed Program Editing

Before You Start Editing

Introduces sound elements, EG, LFO, AMS, OSC, Effects, and Arpeggiator for detailed editing.

Program Edit Pages Overview

Basic Oscillator Settings

Creating Time-Varying Changes

Diverse Modulation Settings

Controlling Pitch

Using Filters

Using the Amp Section

Making Controller Assignments

Arpeggiator Functionality

Playing and Editing Combinations

About Combinations

Introduces combinations, their structure (16 timbres), and general editing capabilities.

Selecting Combinations

Easy Combination Editing

Simple Editing Using the Knobs

Detailed Combination Editing

Suggested Approach and Layer/Split/Velocity Setups

Guides through advanced editing, suggested approaches, and layer/split/velocity switch configurations.

MIDI Settings for Timbres

Altering Programs for Combinations

Delay Effects in Combinations

Creating Songs (Sequencer Mode)

Sequencer Overview

Introduces the KROME's sequencer, its capabilities, song structure, recording, and pattern management.

Playback Operations

Recording Preparations

Realtime Recording Methods

Realtime Recording Examples

Recording System Exclusive Events

Recording Patterns

Song Editing Procedures

MIDI Track Editing

Track View and Piano Roll Editing

Creating RPPR Patterns

Creating and Playing a Cue List

Saving Songs and Cue Lists

Using Effects

Effects Overview

Introduces the KROME's insert, master, and total effects, including their I/O configurations.

Routing Effect Settings

Dynamic Modulation and FX LFO

Arpeggiator Function

Using the Arpeggiator

Covers playing arpeggiators, tempo adjustment, and usage in Program mode.

Arpeggiator Settings in Program Mode

Arpeggiator Settings in Combination and Sequencer Modes

Linking Arpeggiators to Programs/Combinations

Creating User Arpeggio Patterns

Dual Arpeggiator Editing

User Arpeggio Pattern Examples

Drum Patterns with Arpeggiator

Drum Track Function

Performing with the Drum Track

Covers using the Drum Track function in Program mode, including on/off and tempo adjustments.

Selecting Drum Track Patterns and Programs

Drum Track Function Settings

MIDI Transmission and Reception for Drum Track

Synchronizing the Drum Track Function

Creating a Drum Track Pattern

Using Drum Kits

Drum Kit Overview

Introduces drum kits, their structure, and how to use them in programs.

Editing a Drum Kit

Adjusting Global KROME Settings

Global Mode Structure

Outlines the main settings adjustable in Global mode, including tuning, MIDI, and scales.

Global Settings: Basic Setup

MIDI Settings

Creating User Scales and Setting Category Names

Loading & Saving Data

Saving Data

Details methods for saving KROME data to internal memory, SD card, or via MIDI dump.

Writing to Internal Memory

Saving Global Settings, Drum Kits, Arpeggio Patterns

Editing Names

Saving to SD Card (Media–Save)

Loading Data

Loading Data from Media

Explains loading data from media, including preloaded content and SD card files.

Loading Data from SD Card (Media–Load)

Media Utility

Formatting Media

Provides instructions for formatting SD cards for proper use with the KROME.

Appendices

Restoring Factory Settings

Explains how to load preloaded data, demo songs, and initialize the KROME.

Troubleshooting

Power, Display, Audio, and Control Issues

Provides solutions for common operational issues related to power, display, controls, and audio output.

Program and Combination Issues

Song, Arpeggiator, and Drum Track Issues

Effects, MIDI, and Damper Pedal Issues

Error Messages

Error and Confirmation Messages

Lists and explains various error and confirmation messages encountered during operation.

Specifications Overview

Operating Requirements: USB-MIDI Driver

Detailed Specifications

Operating Requirements: System and Controller Details

MIDI Implementation Chart

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