Korg Kronos 3 88-key Music Workstation

Since its debut in 2011, the groundbreaking KRONOS has earned complete admiration from musicians worldwide, evolving through model updates and innovations shaped by the feedback from so many professional musicians using KRONOS on the biggest stages and studios around the world. Revered as the definitive keyboard for professionals and discerning amateurs, the KRONOS has consistently set the gold standard in performance, power and versatility. In addition to the thousands of included sound programs and combinations, the new KRONOS introduces 256 additional programs, carefully crafted to elevate your musical creativity. Featuring eight real-time knobs, nine sliders, and a suite of performance controls, the Kronos layout remains comfortably familiar, empowering musicians to focus on their craft. The powder-coated metal body offers exceptional durability and a premium tactile feel, while the refined black wood side panels add a sophisticated edge. The KRONOS introduces the Berlin Grand, alongside the deep German Grand, lively Japanese Grand, and transparent Italian Grand, offering four distinct pianos with resonant sounds and striking depth. In addition to the parameters accessible directly from the TouchView display, KRONOS also offers a wealth of realtime controllers to enhance any performance and to aid navigation. Using the Set List mode, the TouchView display can host 16 color-coded touch-screen buttons; each one can instantly call up the appropriate Preset, Combination, or Sequence—regardless of mode! KRONOS comes equipped with thousands of sounds, created using various synthesis modes and calling upon over approximately 21 GB of preset waveform data covering a variety of genres. Each one has been carefully crafted by the KORG Sound Design team. 62GB of SSD storage provide enormous space for user sampling or downloading additional KRONOS Sound Libraries. These optional KRONOS Sound Libraries add new professionally programmed sounds—without the need to add any new hardware. Both the 88- and 73-key KRONOS models use KORG’s finest RH-3 Real Weighted Hammer Action made in Japan. Offering an authentic and accurate piano feel, there are four zones, ranging from heavier to lighter, to provide a more true piano playing experience. Even the 88 key model is slim enough to place on a standard keyboard stand. The KRONOS achieves the perfect balance of functionality and design. The new KRONOS adds 256 programs to the thousands already included, enhancing your musical creativity. This update includes 128 new sound programs, featuring a stunning Italian piano, the Tine EP I Early electric piano, FM electric pianos, synth pads, lush leads, and more, covering every genre. Additionally, 128 curated sounds from KRONOS Sound Libraries, created by 12 top designers, further expand your sonic palette with new piano voices, making KRONOS your ultimate keyboard.