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Description
Unveiling the Korg Prophecy, a legendary analog modeling synth from the 90s era that still holds a special place in the heart of musicians. Redefining the fusion of vintage and modern, it boasts fat sounding oscillators and realistically modeled filters. With the addition of digital patch storage, it effortlessly blends a classic touch with contemporary convenience. Not to mention, its capacity for physical modeling and FM synthesis which opens up avenues for a wide spectrum of sound explorations.
Key Features:
- Analog modeling synth from the mid-90s
- Fat sounding oscillators for robust sound generation
- Realistically modeled filters for authentic sound shaping
- Digital patch storage for modern convenience
- Capable of physical modeling and FM synthesis for sound variety
- 37 keys for extensive playability
- Monophonic polyphony for focused sound design
- Audio and MIDI I/O for versatile connectivity
Product specs
| Brand | Korg |
| Model | Prophecy |
| Finish | Silver |
| Year | 1990s |
| Categories | Digital Synthesizers, Keyboard Synths |
| Analog / Digital | Digital |
| Key Size | Full Size |
| Keyboard Action | Synth Action |
| MIDI I/O | MIDI Input, MIDI Output, MIDI Through |
| Number of Keys | 37 Keys |
| Polyphony | 1 Voice |
FAQs
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Is the Korg Prophecy suitable for live performances?
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Yes, the Korg Prophecy is designed for live use with its compact 37-key format and expressive controls, making it a great choice for musicians who need portability and versatility in sound for live performances.
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What type of synthesis does the Korg Prophecy use?
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The Korg Prophecy utilizes digital synthesis with virtual analog and physical modeling capabilities, allowing it to produce a wide range of unique and complex sounds.
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Can the Korg Prophecy be integrated with modern MIDI setups?
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Yes, the Korg Prophecy features MIDI Input, Output, and Through, making it compatible with modern MIDI setups for both studio and live environments.
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Is the Korg Prophecy polyphonic?
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No, the Korg Prophecy is a monophonic synthesizer, meaning it can play only one note at a time, which is ideal for lead sounds and expressive solos.
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What kind of keyboard action does the Korg Prophecy have?
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The Korg Prophecy features a synth action keyboard, which is light and fast, suitable for quick playing styles and expressive performance techniques.
Videos
Jexus (sounds-for-synths.com)
Korg Prophecy | demo by Jexus / WC Olo Garb
Korg Prophecy | demo by Jexus / WC Olo Garb
Jexus (sounds-for-synths.com)
Korg prophecy Demo I No Talking
Alphacode Synth Demos & Custom Sound Banks
Bad Gear - Korg Prophecy
AudioPilz
KORG PROPHECY Synthesizer 1995 | NEW PATCHES | HD DEMO
AnalogAudio1
Korg Prophecy Demo (Part 1)
Perfect Circuit
From the Vault: Korg Prophecy Product Overview
Korg
Korg Prophecy In 2020
Musician Paradise
Korg Prophecy: The sounds
Gearfacts
Korg Prophecy Demo
Panu M Savolainen
Reviews
PROS
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Realistic brass, reed, and string sounds through physical modeling
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Extensive parameter options for in-depth sound customization
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Compact size suitable for limited spaces
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Unique, expressive flute sound patch available
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Versatile as a controller with numerous options
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Ideal for creating unconventional, "weird" synth sounds
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Praised for use in early internet entertainment and iconic tracks
CONS
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Monophonic, limiting polyphonic playability
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Construction feels cheap, akin to a child's toy
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Requires significant time to learn and program effectively
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Some users find it difficult to integrate into music projects
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Korg Prophecy.
Features and functionality
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The Prophecy's unique modulation roller/ribbon is essential to its character, unlike typical MIDI controllers.
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Comparisons
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The Karma with EXB-MOSS card offers a more user-friendly experience compared to the Prophecy.
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The Korg Z1 is seen as a larger, more expensive version of the Prophecy, offering similar sound capabilities.
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Korg Triton with the MOSS board is an alternative that offers the Prophecy's DSP board functionality, but the MOSS board alone can cost around $400.
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Build quality
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The Prophecy is considered one of the cheapest feeling "professional" instruments by some users.
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Use cases and applications
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The Prophecy's sound evokes a 90s tracker techno vibe, suitable for genres like Unreal Tournament or Command and Conquer.
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Software and compatibility
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The VST version of the Prophecy is praised for its polyphonic capabilities, which the original lacks.
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Patch Base synth editor for iPads now supports Korg Prophecy, offering a practical option for programming patches.
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Ctrlr and Midi Quest 12 are viable software options for editing Korg Prophecy patches, though Midi Quest's cost-effectiveness is debatable.
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Mods and upgrades
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A unique mod was found with harmonica buttons replacing the standard keyboard on a Prophecy, although it was considered overpriced.
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Value and pricing
Critic Reviews
4.0 out of 5
Based on 6 Reviews and 32 Ratings
70
The sound of Future
The most agressive mono synth of the 90s. Best use with distortion wah in combo, i love the controls.
1264
Weird but cool
I had one for about 6 months and didn't super gel with it. I kinda wish I had one again to see what I would think of it now. I enjoyed playing it but it never made it into any track. Traded it plus a Micro Q for a Jupiter 6 and didn't regret it.
1509
A unique instrument with a bevy of expressive control
I picked this up second hand in 97 and it was utilized during the Lavender Hill Mob / newgrounds.com and FDA era of early internet entertainment. As a controller, it came before most in terms of the amount of options possible. The sounds are like dreams if you dive deep, which you can!
198
It's a BEAST...!!!
I fell in love with this synth back in the 90's during the rave movement... It's still a beast of a synth. If you are into riding the outer edge of insanity (much like one might do with any of 'the Access Virus' machines), then this synth might give you what your appetite has been craving...
Should explore more
It is very hard to program but I should explore mine more now that there is an editor http://ctrlr.org/710 It has the most realistic sax and trumpet type sounds short of using samples. Famously used by The Prodigy for most of the synth sounds on Firestarter and Smack My Bitch Up.
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The Korg Prophecy can be seen 0:00 into this video Zawinul Syndicate live from Lugano 2007
"I’ve got a Korg Prophecy, which is one of the main things I used on Providence."
Equipment & Software used on 'SYNTHWAVES':THORSTEN QUAESCHNING: Software: Steinberg Cubase 8 &8.5Hardware: Manikin Schrittmacher Step-Sequencer x 2Manikin MemotronRoland Jupiter 8 synthesizerRoland JD800 synthesizerDave Smith Prophet 8 synthesizerARP Solina MK2 string synthesizerKorg Wavestation Ex synthesizerWaldorf Microwave synthesizerMoog Voyager monophonic synthesizerModular synthesizerRoland V Synth synthesizerKorg Z1 synthesiserKorg Prophecy synthesiserKorg M1 synthesizerClavia Nordwave synthesizerYamaha TG77 synthesizer moduleRoland System 1 synthesizerRoland JU06 synthesizer moduleKorg MS20 monophonic synthesizerRoland JP08 synthesizer moduleRoland TR-8 Rhythm Performer drum machineOberheim DMX drum machineRoland Promars synthesizerFender Starcaster guitarFender Telecaster guitarFender Stratocaster guitarScrewdriver on wood and contact microphones,Several boxes with contact microphonesA field recording of bees in Thorsten's garden, edited on Cubase and then treated with Melodyne & Halion - and finally used for the lead melody line on 'A Calm But Steady Flow'.(Software synthesizers): Spectrasonics Omnisphere synthesizer, Spectrasonics Keyscape
List of equipment in George Michael's studio, from the July 1996 issue of Sound on Sound:
RECORDING
AKG LSM50 cube monitors Aphex Expressor compressor Denon tape deck * Dynaudio Acoustics M1 monitors Lexicon PCM80 effects Lexicon LXP15 effects Mackie 32*8 32:8:2 8‑buss console Otari RADAR 24‑track hard disk recorders (x2) Tascam DA20 DAT * Yamaha NS10 monitors
SOUNDS
Akai S3000i samplers (x2) Akai S3200 sampler * Emu Procussion percussion module Emu Vintage Keys Plus module Emu Ultra Proteus synth module Korg Prophecy keyboard synth Korg Trinity Plus keyboard synth Kurzweil K2000 sampler/synth Roland JV1080 synth module Roland Juno 106 analogue keyboard synth Roland Vintage Synth MVS1 sound module Studio Electronics SE1 synth module * Yamaha SY77 keyboard synth Yamaha TG500 synth module
MISCELLANEOUS
DAC hard drive * Opcode Studio 4 MIDI interface (x2) Powermaster drive *
can be spotted under the 808 at 7:55
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A Korg Prophecy was used on the tracks "Kong King" and "The Ten Ten," according to the liner notes for State to State 2.
This is mentioned in the gear list on the Ozrics website. Go to 'Band Info' and click Ed's name.
The bass part on "Impressive Instant" is elusive, seeming massive and muted at the same time. "It's more of a sub-bass tone. There isn't much information in the mid or high range," explains Mirwais. "It's all from the Korg Prophecy. It's my secret weapon, an amazing synth. It's the Minimoog of the millennium. It has the most incredible bottom end, and it's very flexible -- though it's not easy to use. I just use the straight sound; I don't process it."
Tim Simenon used the Korg Prophecy synthesizer during the production of Depeche Mode's "Ultra" album, as discussed on the Gearslutz Pro Audio Community forum.
It can be seen in the fourth photo, which bears the caption "Three of Marius's monosynths: the physical modelling Korg Prophecy and Yamaha VL1 flank a classic OSCar."
Album Usage
The Korg Prophecy has been featured on the following albums:
Gentō
Steve Rothery & Thorsten Quaeschning (2025)
Mass Effect: Trilogy Collection Bonus Tracks (Original Soundtrack)
Sascha Dikiciyan (2022)
Providence
Nathan Fake (2017)
Synthwaves
Ulrich Schnauss & Thorsten Quaeschning (2017)
Live In Chicago
Ween (2004)
State to State 2
808 State (2002)
Amnesiac
Radiohead (2001)
Kid A
Radiohead (2000)
www.pitchshifter.com
Pitchshifter (1998)
The Fat of the Land
The Prodigy & The Prodigy (1997)
Oxygene 7-13
Jean Michel Jarre (1997)
OK Computer
Radiohead (1997)
Older
George Michael (1996)
Genre Usage
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Used With
Based on how musicians on Equipboard use Korg Prophecy, it is most commonly used with the following gear.
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