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Description

Discover the KORG 01R/W, a classic synthesizer module that has left its mark in the world of digital synthesis. Perfect for musicians and producers who appreciate vintage sound, this rack-mounted synth combines the power of KORG's AI2 synthesis engine with a robust selection of sounds that span the spectrum of musical genres. Originally released in the early 1990s, the 01R/W continues to be a sought-after piece of gear for those aiming to capture the essence of retro digital synth sounds with modern reliability.

The 01R/W boasts a comprehensive range of sounds, thanks to its AI2 synthesis engine, delivering rich textures and dynamic tones. Whether you're crafting lush pads, punchy basslines, or intricate lead sounds, this module has you covered. Its intuitive interface allows for seamless navigation and sound manipulation, making it a versatile tool for live performances or studio sessions. With a vast library of presets and the capability to create custom patches, the 01R/W ensures that your sonic palette is as diverse as your creativity demands.

Designed with both MIDI integration and compatibility in mind, the 01R/W easily fits into any existing setup, offering flexibility and connectivity for modern and vintage gear alike.

Key Features:

  • AI2 synthesis engine providing a wide range of sounds
  • Rack-mountable design for space-efficient setup
  • Extensive library of presets with room for custom patches
  • MIDI compatible for seamless integration with other gear
  • Ideal for both studio environments and live performances
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Features and functionality

  • The Kronos and Nautilus synths include a "024: Stereo Wave Shaper" effect, replicating the 60 original 01/W wave shaping functions for versatile sound processing.

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Software and compatibility

  • The MOD-7 sound engine in Kronos/Nautilus allows PCM oscillator integration with waveshaping, offering improved quality with user-loaded PCM multisamples.

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Comparisons

  • The Korg OPSix shares similarities with the MOD-7 VPM engine, including a subset of wave shapers, but lacks the PCM oscillator feature.

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  • Korg Modwave provides extensive modulation capabilities that can substitute for wave shaping, allowing users to import samples from M1/Wavestation for a vintage sound.

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Use cases and applications

  • The wave shaping effect in Kronos/Nautilus can be applied per patch, enabling flexible routing and mixing across different synth engines for diverse sound designs.

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See how Derek Sherinian uses KORG 01R/W

Derek Sherinian

Keyboardist

Dream Theater

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Derek Sherinian is confirmed to use the KORG 01R/W sound module in his keyboard rig, as detailed in the gear list featured in the article "Happy Hour(s) at Derek Sherinian's Leopard Lounge" on Music Gear Review.

See how Jun Senoue uses KORG 01R/W

Jun Senoue

Guitarist, Composer

Crush 40

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Verified via Twitter

"I used KORG Trinity Plus mainly. Also KORG 01R/W sound module and GEM S2 as well. "

See how Roger Hodgson uses KORG 01R/W

Roger Hodgson

Singer, Guitarist

Supertramp

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Verified via YouTube

You can see the unit under the laptop to Roger's right

After speaking to his sound engineer for live shows, I can confirm he uses the Korg 01/W for the Wurlitzer sound on tour. He has used this unit since the 90's. The preset is Combination B21 ''The Tramp'' He has used it on tour since the Solo tramp days and on Rites of Passage and Classics Live.

See how Koji Kondo uses KORG 01R/W

Koji Kondo

Keyboardist, Composer

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Verified via Photo

In this picture of Kondo's sound studio from 2006, the 01R/W sits in the right space in the middle of the rack.

See how Paul Hardcastle uses KORG 01R/W

Paul Hardcastle

Keyboardist, Composer

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Verified via Soundonsound

"I already have a number of synth modules, many of which I use mainly for specific sounds. The Kurzweil K2500R has got great sounds and is a good all‑round workhorse, while the Korg 01R gets used for more ethereal parts. I've also got a Wavestation SR that has a few interesting textural sounds in it, and to be honest, I've actually named tracks after its patch names! My Emu Morpheus is usually left set to its Vibes patch.

See how Marius de Vries uses KORG 01R/W

Marius de Vries

Composer, Music Producer

The Blow Monkeys

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Verified via Soundonsound

The tenth photo shows his studio and is captioned: "Marius de Vries now does most of his programming work in his own room at London's Strongroom studios. The large rack at left contains, from top, Alesis DM Pro drum module, Korg O1R/W sound module, Roland MKS80 Super Jupiter synth with MPG80 programmer, Studio Electronics MIDIMoog synth, two Akai S3200 samplers, Emu Vintage Keys and Morpheus sound modules, Kurzweil K2000R sound module, Roland MKS50 and JV1080 sound modules."

See how Brad Buxer uses KORG 01R/W

Brad Buxer

Keyboardist, Composer

Michael Jackson (band)

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Verified via YouTube

At 1 minute into the YouTube video titled "Brad Buxer discusses Michael Jackson's 'Who Is It,'" you can clearly see Brad Buxer's KORG 01R/W in the rack case, positioned underneath his Roland MKS-20 rack. This video is provided by arXter on YouTube and features Buxer discussing his involvement in Michael Jackson's song "Who Is It" from the Dangerous album.

See how John Ottman uses KORG 01R/W

John Ottman

Composer

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Verified via Mixonline

"I've got an 8100 Power Mac that was basically outdated the second I bought it. I use Performer, and I have four 760 Roland samplers. I have a Korg TR rack sound module, a Korg O1RW sound module, a Korg X3R, an old Proteus FX and a Roland JD-1080. I've got a Roland R-8M. My keyboard is a Roland D-70. I have an old Ensoniq ASR-10 sampler. I have a Tascam DA-88 and a Mackie 32*8 mixing console, plus a couple of Lexicon reverb units."

See how Kelly Bailey uses KORG 01R/W

Kelly Bailey

Composer, Music Producer

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"I do almost all of my music work out of my studio at home. Ok, here goes: I use a pair of Adats, a Soundcraft Ghost for mixing, a bunch of outboard Symetrix and Lexicon processors for dynamics and effects, and an Eventide Ultraharmonizer DSP4000 for pre/post processing and vocal effects. For keyboards I use a mix of older and newer stuff. I have an old Prophet 5, a Casio FZ-1, a Roland MKS-50 with a programmer and an Oberheim Matrix 6. For newer gear, the Roland JP-8000, MC303, and the Novation BassStation are nice for creating new sounds quickly. I also have a little Korg 01/wR with a software programmer that can be coaxed into making some fat sounds (no analog filter tho). I'm pretty religious about not using presets, so I really favor the more programmable synths.

A lot of the recording and arrangement happens inside a PC; I run Logic Audio 2.5 for digital recording, post-processing and midi arrangement. I use an Audiomedia III card for digital transfers to and from a Tascam DA-30 dat. For guitar I use my trusty Les Paul through a Marshall half-stack, with an Oberheim Echoplex on the fx loop. "

See how Fabian Del Priore uses KORG 01R/W

Fabian Del Priore

Composer

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Verified via Delpriore

"Our music productions for film and television, cinema, games, web, soundtracks and many other areas of application are created in a modern sound studio in a completely virtual environment on the computer (with various soft samplers and plugins on a purely digital basis for the best sound quality - or else with the help of the latest hardware technology, mixing consoles, synthesizers, effect devices and digital signal processors for further sound refinement for the highest quality demands without compromise.

You can find some impressions of the studio on this page."

See how Antti Ikonen uses KORG 01R/W

Antti Ikonen

Keyboardist

Stratovarius

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Verified via Photo

In a photo of the Stratovarius "Dreamspace" album text, it is evident that Antti Ikonen uses the KORG 01R/W. Additionally, in an old interview, Antti mentions using the Korg T2 and Korg M1.

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Martijn de Vries

Composer, Music Producer

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On his website, we can see that he mentions his studio equipments

Genre Usage

Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.

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