Product Overview
Key Features
- Inspired by KORG Mono/Poly
- Next-Gen Analog-Modeling Technology
- Hardware Mashups of Favorite Synths
- Analog, Wavetable, Wave-Shape Osc
- Advanced Modeling Multi-Filter Types
- Pre FX, Mod FX, Rev/Delay
- Four DAHDSR Env and Five LFOs, Six Mod
- 37-Note Keyboard + Arpeggiator
- Motion Sequence 2.0 + Kaoss Physics
- Free Editor/Librarian
Blend rich, classic analog sounds with modern digital flexibility with the KORG Multi/Poly, an analog-modeling synthesizer that's inspired by the legendary Mono/Poly synthesizer that features next generation analog modeling including East-coast, West-coast, and wavetable oscillators and a wide selection of newly-modeled filters, as well as models of different envelope, VCA, and portamento circuits. What's more, you can blend and combine the different components of your favorite synthesizers to create a wholly unique instrument.
Virtual voice cards produce organic timbral variation, while the Layer Rotate function triggers new programs with each press of a key. Other notable features include Kaoss Physics, Motion Sequencing 2.0, massive modulation, and much more. The multi/poly synthesizer allows you to build massive sound and modular-derived experimental features. It's like a polyphonic modular system in a compact, hands-on package—a limitless playground for synth players and sound designers.
At a Glance- Create hardware mash-ups with classic analog, digital wavetable, and waveshaper oscillators, a selection of next-generation modeled filters, modeled portamento, modeled envelopes, and modeled VCAs.
- Programs include four oscillators, a noise generator, dual filters, and three insert effects, plus a massively flexible modulation system with four looping DAHDSR envelopes, five LFOs, six Mod Processors, three key-track generators, and multi-lane Motion Sequencing 2.0.
- Performances layer four Programs at once, adding master reverb & EQ, another two Mod Processors, and Kaoss Physics.
- Layer Rotate triggers new Programs with each press of a key.
- Motion Sequencing 2.0 runs individual sequences for each voice. Easily record knob movements in real-time. Timing, Pitch, Shape, and four sets of Step Sequence values are separated into lanes. Each lane can have a different number of steps. Modulate loop points, step probabilities, and more on a per-note basis.
- Kaoss Physics combines hands-on modulation control with interactive game-style physics including gravity, reflection, absorption, and friction.
- Mod Knobs make it easy to control sounds and make them your own.
- Smooth Sound Transitions let previously played voices and effects ring out naturally when you change sounds.
Oscillators- The multi/poly offers four oscillators per program, for unusually thick, complex tones. Each can use the classic, digital, or waveshaper oscillator types.
- The Classic oscillator models traditional analog synth oscillators with stunning fidelity and effortless thickness.
- 11 options include both single and dual waveforms, for modeling synths that generate multiple waveforms at once.
- Front-panel knobs give you hands-on control of pulse width, triangle lean, dual-waveform blend, and more.
- The Digital oscillator plays wavetables with up to 64 steps, like vintage hybrid synths and modern Eurorack modules.
- Start with over 200 factory wavetables, or load your own using the Editor/Librarian software for macOS and Windows.
- Import modwave wavetables directly, or convert wavetables from popular software formats.
- Use the 30+ Modifiers to change the way that the tables are loaded, resulting in subtle to extreme changes in timbre, and 8 Morph Types like Stretch, Flip, and Mirror to process them in real time.
- Waveshaper offers a west-coast approach, in which simple waveforms (sine or triangle) are processed through a shaper table.
- Modulating gain into the shaper creates glassy, dynamic harmonics.
- Use the Berkeley shaper for traditional wavefolder timbres, or select from over 90 other shaper types.
- The multi/poly also adds modulatable pulse width, a unique twist, for another dimension of richness and motion.
- In addition to oscillators 1-4, there's a separate noise generator with dedicated filtering and saturation, and a ring modulator with inputs from all of the above.
- The multi/poly also expands on the original Mono/Poly's powerful oscillator sync and x-mod capabilities, for timbres otherwise only possible with a large modular setup.
- Create unique sounds with Oscillators 2, 3, and 4 simultaneously following Oscillator 1 for sync, x-mod, or both at once. Alternatively, split either function into oscillator pairs with separate control.
Filters- All of the multi/poly's filters are newly redesigned, including an amazing suite of vintage filters with authentic euphonic saturation.
- There are five different 4-pole self-resonating models.
- M/Poly provides the strong and sweet sound of the classic Korg Mono/Poly.
- Mini is the ladder filter from a beloved American mono-synth; resonance is reduced at low frequencies, critical for producing those classic bass sounds.
- Pro is from the first programmable polyphonic synthesizer, with strong resonant sweeps all the way down.
- Ladder HP and BP are 4-pole self-resonating highpass and bandpass filters, respectively.
- The MS-20 LP and HP 12 dB/octave self-resonating Korg 35 filters lovingly recreate the distinctive aggressive timbral signature of the classic Korg MS-20. The SE M/P 2-pole filter is gentler in character and features a continuous control to sweep between lowpass, band reject, and highpass, plus a separate bandpass mode.
- You can also shape and refine with a full collection of linear, resonant 2-pole and 4-pole lowpass, highpass, bandpass, and band reject filters. Or, step outside the box with KORG’s unique Multi Filter, which creates modulatable blends of multiple modes simultaneously.
Multi/Poly Structure- Each Program starts with four oscillators plus a noise generator, ring mod, sync, and X-mod. Process these through two independent filters, and modulate with four loopable DAHDSR envelopes, five LFOs, and six Mod Processors. Add complex per-voice motion with multi-lane Motion Sequencing 2.0, and polish with three studio-quality insert effects.
- Layer up to four Programs in a Performance. Switch between them round-robin style using Layer Rotate, either played from the keyboard or driven from the arpeggiator. Use Kaoss Physics to create fluid, evolving modulation from simple gestures on the x/y pad. Grab the four Mod Knobs for intuitive, hands-on control of multiple low-level parameters. Put on the finishing touches with two more Mod Processors, Master Reverb, and EQ.
Layer Rotate- The multi/poly has four Layers, each of which contains a Program. Naturally, these can create layered sounds, velocity splits, and keyboard splits. Inspired by the original Mono/Poly’s paraphonic mode, which cycled through its four oscillators, Layer Rotate adds a new possibility: flexible round-robin for entire Programs.
- Set up the four Layers with different Programs, and then cycle through them with each key-press. Play them in repeating or random order. Trigger one, two, or three Programs at every step of the cycle. Use Layer Rotate together with the arpeggiator for mind-bending patterns.
Modulation and Control- Bursting with knobs and controllers, the multi/poly invites you to explore. Oscillators, filters, envelopes, LFOs, and effects are all at your fingertips with dedicated front-panel controls. Four programmable Mod Knobs are customized to bring out the most in every sound. Use the knobs in real-time performance, and also save the results as new sounds. The Hold button lets you sustain notes or chords indefinitely, while you explore the front-panel controls or play other gear.
- Add in Kaoss Physics and the Pitch Bend and Modulation Wheels, and you’ll always have multiple dimensions of real-time expression.
- Almost all front-panel knobs and most on-screen parameters can be modulated for an astonishing total of over 5500 modulation destinations.
- You can even modulate individual Motion Sequence steps.
- Eight Mod Processors let you transform modulation signals using quantization, smoothing, curvature, and more.
Motion Sequencing 2.0- Motion Sequencing 2.0 evolved from the wavestate’s Wave Sequencing 2.0. Timing, Pitch, Shape, and four sets of Step Sequence values are separated into Lanes, each with its own loop start and loop end, adding a deeper, more customizable level of phrase and modulation recording.
- Every time the sequence moves forward, the individual Lanes are combined to create the output. For instance, a step sequence value may be matched with a different duration, pitch, and shape every time that it plays. You can modulate each Lane’s loop points separately for every note, using velocity, LFOs, envelopes, Mod Knobs, or other controllers. Each note in a chord can be playing something different.
- Lanes can also randomize the step order every time they play. Individual steps can be randomly skipped, with a modulatable probability from 0 to 100%. The result is organic, ever-changing sounds that respond to your control.
Kaoss PhysicsKaoss Physics models a ball rolling on a surface and bouncing off of walls. The surface can tilt in any direction. A bump with variable height/depth and location attracts or repels the ball. Adjustable friction slows the ball's travel, and adjustable time controls the speed of the entire model. All of these characteristics are modulatable, so you can change them in real-time.Production-Ready Effects- The multi/poly’s superb effects deliver production-ready sounds. Each Layer has three dedicated effects, plus a send to the Performance's master reverb, followed by a master parametric EQ.
- Along with standard effects such as compressors, EQs, choruses, flangers, phasers, and stereo delays, you’ll find distinctive processors such as the Wave Shaper, Talking Modulator, Reverse Delay, Multiband Mod Delay, and Overb (from the OASYS and Kronos), plus modeled effects including VOX guitar amps, VOX wah, Vintage Distortion, CX-3 Rotary Speaker and Vibrato/Chorus, multi-head tape echo, and a collection of classic guitar pedals.
RandomizationA dedicated front-panel button marked by a dice icon generates new sounds via intelligent randomization. Randomize the entire sound or just a part of it, such as an oscillator, filter, or effects. Use the results directly, or as a jumping-off point for your own creations.Editor / LibrarianThe multi/poly Editor/Librarian lets you edit and organize sounds via your macOS or Windows computer. Using USB networking for high-speed communication, it works like a second front panel for the instrument, so there's no need to synchronize or transfer data. Animations show the effects of modulation in real time—a great help when programming.Set Lists and Smooth TransitionsSet Lists offer effortless organization of your multi/poly Performances, and deliver instant access at the gig or in rehearsal. Smooth Sound Transitions allow previously played voices and effects to continue to ring out naturally, even once a new sound has been selected.Built to Play, Built to LastAn instrument that sounds this great deserves to look and feel fantastic, too. The new semiweighted keybed is smooth and expressive, and knobs with just the right amount of resistance are perfect for dialing in your sounds. The solid aluminum front panel is built for the road, and the wooden side-panels and blue-on-black color scheme shout out to the original Mono/Poly design.
