MS-20: Semi-Patchable Mono Master

Korg Legacy Collection
Originally part of the first Korg Legacy Collection and later the Korg Legacy Collection: Analog Edition 2007; the MS-20 is now available individually. As the original manufacturer, Korg is uniquely qualified to recreate our vintage analog synthesizers as software instruments. Korg’s proprietary Component Modeling Technology (CMT) recreates the original circuit path and analog signal flow, to provide results that are completely faithful to the original hardware. The MS-20 is designed to run as a stand-alone program; or as a VST, AU or RTAS Plug-in, making it compatible with nearly any DAW software studio package.

• 32-note polyphony (Maximum)
• 1 Part
• 32 Programs
• Advanced Unison mode; up to 16 stackable voices, Detune, and Spread
• Dual external modulation routings
• MIDI clock sync
• MS-20FX module allows processing external audio through the MS-20 filters

This semi-modular monophonic synthesizer has enjoyed unbroken popularity for its thick and solid sound, aggressive filters and inexhaustible patching possibilities. The software MS-20 adds 32-voice polyphony, up to 16-voice unison (with detune/spread) and flexible modulation settings, plus the ability to sync with external gear via MIDI. Call up or create anything from super silky bass lines to incredibly organic, ever-changing leads. Also enjoy the MS-20FX plug-in. This unique plug-in lets you run any external audio source - vocals, guitars, even other synths - through the coveted MS-20 oscillators. The full patch bay remains available as well, lending unique modulations to your audio. The only limit is your imagination!

Specifications

MS-20FX effect plug-in:

Same as MS-20 software synthesizer specifications except with Audio I/O capabilities, allowing modulation of the signal via the MS-20’s oscillators.

Compatibility:
PC and Mac
Standalone and VST/AU/RTAS

Audio I/O:
Two-channel input
Two-channel output

Programs:
32

System Requirements:

MacOS:

CPU:
Apple G4/800 MHz or faster, G4/1.25 GHz or faster recommended (Some preset combination programs in Legacy Cell structure require G4/1.25GHz or faster), Intel-based Mac (Universal Binary)*3 Memory: 256 MB or larger

Display:
1,024 x 768 – 32,000 colors or higher

Operating System:
Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later, MacIntel compatible

Audio Interface *1
Stand-alone: Core Audio compatible audio interface (Macintosh’s on-board sound output port can be used)
Plug-in: Depends on system requirements of host application program *2

Windows:

CPU:
Intel Pentium 4/1.5 GHz, Pentium M (Centrino)/1.3 GHz, Celeron/1.8 GHz AMD AthlonXP/2000+ or faster

Memory:
256 MB or larger

Display:
1,024 x 768 – 16-bit colors or higher

Operating System:
Windows XP Home Edition/Professional SP2 or later including Vista

Audio Interface *1
Stand-alone: ASIO, DirectSound or MME compatible audio interface
Plug-in: Depends on system requirements of host application program *2

*1 Audio interface with a low latency will be needed to play software synthesizers in real time.

*2 Audio Units, VST or RTAS compatible (for Macintosh), or VST or RTAS compatible (for Windows) host application program will be needed to use as plug-in.

*3 The Universal Binary versions are available for registered users as a free download at www.korguser.net.

Note: Copy protection is integrated into this software. A computer with an internet connection is required to authorize this product.

*Mac, Mac logo and Audio Units logo are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

*Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

*VST and ASIO are trademarks of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

*RTAS is a registered trademark of Avid Technology, Inc., or its subsidiaries or divisions.

*All other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Specifications subject to change without notice