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Description
Unleash your creative potential with the Korg M3 88-Key Music Workstation Keyboard, a flagship synthesizer that brings the power of Korg's renowned OASYS technology into an accessible format. Designed for musicians who demand exceptional sound quality and dynamic performance capabilities, the M3 is equipped with cutting-edge features that cater to both studio and live settings.
The M3 boasts the Enhanced Definition Synthesis (EDS) sound generator, delivering a rich palette of sounds ranging from lush orchestral strings to gritty, fat synth leads. Its 88 fully-weighted RH3 keys provide an authentic grand piano feel, allowing for expressive performances that capture every nuance of your playing. The second-generation KARMA functionality breathes life into your music by generating complex, evolving patterns and phrases that adapt in real-time.
With its intuitive TouchView display, controlling the M3's vast array of features is effortless. The workstation also includes a versatile Drum Track feature, perfect for adding grooves to your compositions. For those who love to customize, the Open Sampling System provides endless possibilities to create unique soundscapes by sampling and resampling your own sounds.
Whether you're an aspiring producer or a seasoned composer, the Korg M3 is a powerhouse of a workstation that promises to elevate your musical creations to new heights.
Key Features:
- 88 fully-weighted keys with aftertouch (RH3 keybed)
- Enhanced Definition Synthesis (EDS) sound engine
- Second-generation KARMA functionality for dynamic music creation
- Intuitive color TouchView display with X/Y pad control
- Drum Track feature for instant grooves
- Open Sampling System for creating custom sounds
- 256 MB ROM with a curated selection from OASYS
- 1024 programs and 384 combinations expandable to 1664 and 1792 respectively
- Eight velocity-sensitive pads for triggering notes and chords
- Editor/Librarian software for seamless integration with DAWs
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Keith Emerson plays a Korg M3-88 at Winter NAMM 2009
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The touchscreen can fail, often starting with the top-right corner; replacement touch layers are available for around $15 but require delicate installation.
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The M3 is compared to the Yamaha MODX6, with the latter providing more arrangement features and an 8-operator FM engine, whereas the M3 is praised for its robust sound engine.
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The impressive looking Korg M3 Workstation can be seen in Bingo Players' studio setup. You can see them playing around with it in a video clip of them creating some rave lead sounds.
You can see in this video that Vadim has a Korg M3 in his home studio. The keyboard can first be seen at :15s at which point he begins to shred apart this magnificent piece of machinery.
In a tribute to Alvin Lee, Edgar Winter is shown using the Korg M3 88-Key Music Workstation Keyboard.
Lamm performing with the M3 onstage during the 2016 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons.
In the YouTube video titled "Rhythm Roulette: Matt Martians | Mass Appeal," at timestamp 4:26, Matt Martians is seen using the Korg M3 88-Key Music Workstation Keyboard. He utilized this keyboard while recording his song "Girl Ur Fine" on March 9, 2017.
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