Korg is introducing the KP-2, with even more effects, a powerful sampling function, and a host of other enhancements. Like its predecessor, the KP-2 allows real-time control over digital effects processing for any audio source (records/CDs/samplers/keyboards/voice).

Its unique X-Y pad controls the way in which effects are applied, all with the touch (or sweep) of a finger. The pad's color changes according to finger position and effect type for dramatic impact. A new Pad Motion function lets the user record and reproduce complex finger movements on the touch pad, for instant playback of original effect sounds.

One Hundred (100) versatile effect programs are built-in, including reverbs, delays, filters, and much more. The KP-2 offers cool new Synth and drum sounds, drum patterns, slicer, vocoder and other essential DJ effects. Effect programs can be easily selected by turning a knob, and can be assigned to any of eight programmable buttons for immediate recall. The Hold switch can freeze the effect setting at the current location of the X-Y pad, and a new Effects Depth knob allows the user to adjust the exact mix of effects desired.

New BPM (beats per minute) effect functionality allows effects to be synchronized to the tempo of the music. The Auto BPM function can calculate the BPM automatically, detecting tempo from incoming audio or the MIDI Clock. BPM can also be set by repeatedly pressing the Tap switch. In addition, a new Mute function allows the user to cut off the incoming signal leaving the effect "tail" (known as "Transform" in DJ speak). With no effect running, the switch can also be used to simply gate the input rhythmically.

The KP-2 offers up to six seconds of 44.1 kHz sampling, and samples can be assigned to two dedicated keys for easy triggering. The user can sample through the effects, play a sample through a new effect, or resample a sound through effects, if desired. The sampled source can be modified using a variety of effects (such as time stretch, reverse playback, and pitch change), providing an ideal way to integrate sampled effects into a live performance situation or create sound material for further sampling.
The compact (8.03" W x 8.15" D x 1.89" H) KP-2 connects easily to a turntable, CD player, mixer or electronic instrument, and offers a dedicated mic input. With MIDI In and Out it can be used both as a MIDI controller for synthesizers, samplers, effects or other external devices and as a unique, MIDI controlled effects processor/sampler for sequencing and remixing applications.

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