Korg Pa5X User Manual (English)

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Robert FitzpatrickAug 16, 2025
What to do if my Korg Recording Equipment has no sound?
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  umcdowellAug 16, 2025
  If you're not getting any sound from your Korg Recording Equipment, first, make sure the MASTER VOLUME slider isn't set to ‘0’. Unplug any jack inserted into the HEADPHONES connector. Check the connections to your amp or mixer, and ensure all components of the amplifying system are turned on. Also, verify that the Local Control parameter is turned on in the Settings > MIDI > General Controls page. If the Attack parameter value of the selected Sound is too high, set it to a lower value. If the Volume parameter is too low, set it to a higher value.
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  Brandon CoxAug 22, 2025
  If your Korg Recording Equipment isn't powering on, ensure the power cable is securely plugged into both the outlet and the connector on the back of the instrument. Check the cable for any damage and verify that there are no issues with the mains. Also, check if the POWER indicator is on. If it still fails to power on, it is advisable to contact your dealer or the nearest KORG Service Center.
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Roberto CookAug 26, 2025
How to turn off Korg Pa5X?
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  James LewisAug 26, 2025
  To turn off your Korg Recording Equipment, press the POWER button again and keep it pressed for a few seconds. The button’s indicator will turn off, and the instrument will be set to standby.
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Allen PrestonAug 28, 2025
What to do if selected Style or Song cannot start on Korg Pa5X Recording Equipment?
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  Steven ZamoraAug 28, 2025
  If the selected Style or Song cannot start on your Korg Recording Equipment, ensure the Clock parameter is set to Internal in the Settings > MIDI > General Controls page. If using MIDI Clock from another device, set the MIDI Clock parameter to MIDI or USB and ensure the external device transmits MIDI Clock data. Also, make sure the MIDI or USB cable is connected correctly, the external device is transmitting through enabled MIDI channels, the MIDI IN Filters do not prevent message reception, and the Drum track is set to Drum mode without transposition applied on the external device. Finally, check if the selected Keyboard Set, Style, or Song recalled the effect ‘Stereo Analog Record’.
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michael79Aug 31, 2025
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  Jennifer FoxAug 31, 2025
  If your Korg Recording Equipment sound does not stop, press and hold the SHIFT button, then press the RESET/TAP button to send a Panic message and turn all notes off. Also, make sure the Damper pedal calibration is correctly set.
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Laurie TaylorSep 3, 2025
Why the lowest notes are not played on my Korg Recording Equipment?
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  Laura LucasSep 3, 2025
  If the lowest notes are not playing on your Korg Recording Equipment, and the SPLIT indicator is on, the keyboard is divided into Lower and Upper parts. Check if the Lower part is muted and unmute it in the Home > Keys pane.
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Katherine HopkinsSep 6, 2025
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  Brittany AndersenSep 6, 2025
  If your Korg Recording Equipment is producing wrong sounds, and the User banks contain modified data, load the appropriate data for the Song or the Style you wish to play. If one of the User Drum Kits has been replaced, load the appropriate Drum Kits. If the Styles or Keyboard Sets have been replaced, load the appropriate data.
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Daniel YoungSep 9, 2025
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  xwardSep 9, 2025
  If you cannot save data to a device with your Korg Recording Equipment, check if the device is correctly formatted and inserted correctly. Also, check if the drive or card is write-protected; if so, unprotect it.
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Korg Pa5X Specifications

General

Type	Arranger Keyboard
Keys	61 or 76
Aftertouch	Yes
Polyphony	160 voices
Key Action	Semi-weighted
Sound Engine	EDS-XP
Drum Kits	More than 130 Drum Kits
User Memory	4GB PCM
Styles	Over 600
Display	8-inch color TouchView display
Sequencer	16-track MIDI sequencer
Audio Inputs	2 x Mic/Line (XLR/TRS combo), Guitar (TS)
Headphones	1 x 1/4"
MIDI	In/Out/Thru
USB	Type A and B
Storage	MicroSD slot
Speakers	Optional
Weight	Varies by model

Summary

Important safety instructions

Other notices

Automatic power-off

Device enters standby mode after two hours of non-active use to save power.

Data handling

Save important data to internal or external storage to prevent loss due to user error.

Display handling

Be careful when tilting or carrying the display to avoid damage.

Cleaning

Use a dry cloth for exterior; soft cotton cloth for display.

Trademarks

Lists registered trademarks of Apple, Google, Microsoft, Waves Audio, and others.

Open source notice

Mentions copyright for "The FreeType Project" software.

Disclaimer

Information may differ due to product improvements; specifications subject to change.

Liability

States KORG products are manufactured under strict specifications and warranties apply per country.

Service and user's assistance

Contact Authorized KORG Service Center or distributor for service and information.

Keep your instrument up-to-date

Download and install the latest operating system versions from the KORG website.

Introduction

Welcome to Pa5X!

Congratulations on purchasing the KORG Pa5X Professional Arranger.

Before starting to play...

What's in the box

Check that all listed items are included in the package upon receipt.

What you can download

Download the latest software, full User Manual, and tutorials from the KORG website.

What you can add

Information on optional accessories like stands, amplification systems, and pedals.

Making a safety copy of your data

Restoring a safety copy

Reload backup data from an external device to restore user data.

Restoring the original factory data

Use the Factory Restore command to reset the instrument to its original settings.

Loading the Operating System

Download and install the most up-to-date operating system from the KORG website.

Overview of the instrument

The front panel

Describes the front panel controls and features of the instrument.

Music stand

The music stand is included with the Pa5X.

PaAS amplification system

Information on the optional PaAS amplification system for enhanced audio output.

Headphones connector

Connect headphones to this output for private listening.

Keyboard

Explains the keyboard functionality for playing notes and chords.

The control panel

Sliders and switches area

Area containing various sliders and switches for controlling instrument functions.

Styles, Pads and Markers area

Controls for Styles, Pads, and Markers, used for accompaniment and song navigation.

Display

The touchscreen display for interacting with the instrument, tiltable for optimal viewing.

Players area

Controls for the two onboard Players, managing Styles and Songs.

Sounds area

Area to select and play sounds saved as Keyboard Sets.

Tempo area

Buttons to control the Tempo and metronome of the instrument.

Navigation area

Controls for navigating menus, pages, and parameters.

The Matrix

Programmable buttons for triggering various functions like Pads and Chord Sequences.

The rear panel

Connectors

General term for various connection points on the rear panel.

Power connector

Socket for plugging in the supplied IEC power cable.

Audio inputs

Connectors for microphones, guitars, and other audio sources.

Audio outputs

Sockets for sending audio signals to mixers, monitors, or hi-fi systems.

Pedal connectors

Connectors for damper and assignable pedals or footswitches.

MIDI ports

Ports for connecting to external MIDI controllers and devices.

Battery and microSD slot

Location for the clock battery and microSD card.

USB ports

Sockets for connecting to computers or USB memory devices.

Video out

Output for connecting to a TV or monitor to display lyrics and chords.

Connecting the pedals

Connecting the damper pedal

How to connect a damper pedal to the PEDAL > DAMPER connector.

Connecting a pedal or footswitch

How to connect footswitch or continuous pedals to the ASSIGNABLE connector.

What if the pedals do not behave correctly?

Powering up

Turning the instrument on

Instructions on how to connect the power cable and turn the instrument on.

Tilting the display

Lifting the display

Steps to unlatch and lift the display for adjustment.

Closing the display

Steps to safely lower and lock the display back into its housing.

Adjusting the display brightness

Listening to the Demo Songs

Access the Demo mode

How to enter the Demo mode to listen to prepared songs.

Listen to all the Demo Songs

Instructions on how to play all demo songs sequentially.

Choose a single Demo Song

How to select and play a specific demo song from the display.

Exit from the Demo mode

How to exit the Demo mode using the DEMO buttons.

Choosing and playing the musical resources

Opening a Select window

How to open windows to select Styles, Songs, or Keyboard Sets.

Choosing your preferred Keyboard Set

How to select and save your preferred sounds and settings as a Keyboard Set.

Playing and controlling the sound

Playing the keyboard

Basic instructions on how to play the instrument's keyboard.

Using the pedals

Explanation of how pedals control different functions based on programming.

Using the control sliders and switches

How control sliders and switches affect sounds and functions.

Using the assignable switches

How assignable switches trigger or toggle functions based on Keyboard Set.

Using the Matrix

How to use the programmable Matrix buttons for triggering various functions.

Using the joystick

How the joystick affects pitch, modulation, and rotary speaker speed.

Using the ribbon controller

How the ribbon controller affects brilliance and pitch.

Starting and stopping the Styles

Set the right mix

How to mix Players using the X-FADER for desired audio balance.

Start the accompaniment

Instructions on how to start the automatic accompaniment using the PLAY/STOP button.

Starting, stopping and controlling the Songs

Set the right mix

How to mix Players using the X-FADER for desired audio balance.

Start the Player

How to start playing a Song using the PLAY/STOP button.

Fast Forward the Song

How to jump to or scroll through the Song using FAST FORWARD.

Rewind the Song

How to jump to or scroll backward through the Song using FAST REWIND.

Pause and resume playback

How to pause and resume Song playback using the PLAY/STOP button.

Stop the Player and return to the beginning of the Song

How to stop playback and return to the start using STOP/GO TO START.

FCC Regulation Warning (USA)

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