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Description
The Korg PS-3200 is a legendary analog synthesizer that has earned its place in the annals of music history. Originally released in the late 1970s, this synthesizer is revered for its lush, warm tones and its ability to produce a wide range of sounds. Perfect for artists seeking authentic vintage analog sounds, the PS-3200 offers a polyphonic architecture with 48 voices, setting it apart from many of its contemporaries. This rare gem features an array of modulation possibilities, making it a versatile tool for both live performances and studio recordings.
The PS-3200's sound is defined by its complex filter section and expansive modulation capabilities. It includes a highly flexible patching system that enables musicians to push the boundaries of sound design. This synthesizer is a staple for those who want to explore beyond the typical sonic landscape. The Korg PS-3200's distinctive sound palette remains a favorite among electronic music producers and vintage synth aficionados alike, providing a tactile experience that digital synths often cannot replicate.
Key Features:
- Polyphonic synthesizer with 48 voices
- Dual VCOs per voice for rich harmonic textures
- Extensive modulation options including LFO and envelope generators
- Comprehensive patching system for custom sound creation
- Classic analog filters for signature warm tones
- Highly revered for its unique, vintage sound quality
- Ideal for both live performance and studio use
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There is a picture of his Korg PS-3200 in the soundonsound website at https://www.soundonsound.com/people/jean-michel-jarre
Kraftwerk has utilized the Korg PS-3200 synthesizer among their array of equipment, as documented in the Kraftwerk FAQ.
In June 2020, a Korg PS-3200 synthesizer, owned and used by Rick Wakeman of Yes in 1979, was listed on Reverb.com.
In the Sound On Sound article titled "Keith Emerson's Keyboard Clearout," it is mentioned that Keith Emerson owned a Korg PS-3200.
When talking about his Korg PS-3200 during a studio tour with Music Tech magazine, Ulrich Schnauss says [@ 5:42], "It has a very interesting sound as well, because it's using… a kind of octave divide technology which makes it fully polyphonic, although it doesn't have 32 or 48 or whatever oscillators. It's the same technology that was used in 70's string synths, and has a bit of a similar sound to those as well..."
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