I bought my Kronos 2 a few years ago, and I'm still utterly amazed at what this baby can do. More so, Korg has a huge professional library (sound sets) that you can buy to add more fantastic sounds, probably the biggest in the world of samplers, that will put you in synth heaven. I just bought a ton of new sounds, and I feel like I just bought this brand new $10,000 synth, it's kept me up all night! Wow! I'm working hard on using the Kronos sequencer, it's actually very easy to use once you get the hang of it, and it's one massive powerhouse of a sequencer. In fact, did you know the Kronos actually has 5 sequencers, a fully dedicated one that I could almost say washes your dishes and does your laundry! (It does both real time, pattern record, loops, you name it, and has editing features so detailed it can turn the most simple song into a masterpiece). Most programs (except HD) have 2 internal sequencers, the "common step sequencer" and the "step sequencer", not to mention KARMA which is (in combination mode) like having 4 pattern (loop) sequencers, lastly the standard drum machine, which has fully stocked presets to cover about any type of song. Sound like a lot? I have barely touched the surface. I'll be doing tutorials on how to use the sequencer, I keep hearing complaints it's real complex, it comes very easy to me, so I'll show everyone what a powerhouse you have sitting in that workstation of yours. I don't like cliche's, but when they say Kronos is king, I have to fully agree, no other synth can touch it! :)

The awesome keyboard Synthesizer, in line with expectations, all keyboard sounds are represented, really....

That was 7 years ago, and the Kronos is still by far the world's best synth/workstation. I was looking at the newer Yamaha Montage, it certainly sounds great, but truth is the sequencer can't compare with the Kronos, and the library of 3rd party sounds are real limited on the Montage, so unless you some programming wiz kid, you'll be stuck with factory sounds, and you know how that goes. This is a good, but very outdated demo, the Kronos can do a zillion times better, I'll try to post some tutorials to show you what this monster of a synth can do, prepare to be amazed!!

I agree, I have a kronos and the guitars are weak. Hope this will change in the near future. Its still the best workstation on the market. MM

Sounds fantastic !!

Really dig the Hi-Rez audio from the Kronos KORG did a good job on this synth..... The Wavestation series & M1 were similar iconic keyboards from KORG It's a must have in the long line of KORG

Great video--no talking just playing --Great

you are playing exact what i like. sounds great

Damn, that's one nice setup of home studio! I wish i could have those equipments!

Good Work !!!

I enjoyed this demo very much -- I did NOT want to see the manufacturer's demo - the title "In My Home Studio" is what lead me here. You play very well - glad you are enjoying your gear!

Kronos is fantastic workstation with very good sounds, good hardware and very refined Software.

Classy.

LOL!! I had to give thumbs up to both.

The white buttons are for chords and the black buttons are for melody :D

thank you very much for answering, a warm greeting from Lima

Well, after spending hours on reviews on various keyboards, this demo has made up my mind. Korg Kronos it is to be.

Nice.

@TheMickeysticky I recently went to Guitar Center to have a listen to both the Kronos and Roland Jupiter 80 and I can tell you no matter what you think this does not sound as good as an Oasys hands down. The Jupiter 80 I heard sounds better than the Kronos no question. A Korg Oasys and a Roland Jupiter 80 is a great combination.

love the tune you tube ajustaman

@BlouseFashion Another thing is that you can get a 1tb ssd for $500. "You say what you say because you cant afford one!". This wasn't necessary, I could easily go out and test one, or I can easily rent one as well.

that guitar is dope

Hello what type of audio interface are you using,because its sound very cool and clear!Thanks

Thanks for posting the video. It was very helpful!!!!! Your intro was too cool!!!!!

all i can do is smile (but not LAUGH at) this, and hit the like button! Made my day bud! Thank you.

I don't hear anything new here just more of the old sounds packed into one synth. I would like to play one some day so I can decide if I should purchase one. I am always looking for synths that have new technology to make fresh new sounds. Thanks for the demo.

apsolutly amazing....like it. have a great week. Daro ps. just subbed 🔙🔜

Im happy with my MOTIF..but this sounds great..enjoy it!

Nice playing dude.

Hay ! make more of these. They started to get cool when the camera angles began to change to front back sideways and alike... and I appreciate the demo.... Would like to hear more strange sounds and effects.. thanks...

Nice job. Funky and chilled. Workstations may be complicated(ish) but this one gets a big tick for plain & simple sound quality in my book.

nice __Tonz__Speakers from......

You mean all the ones you see that aren't the piano keys? Those are just sound adjustments and FX I believe (I'm still waiting for my kronos-x to reach the store) but a lot of the things come from the touch screen display.

Mahal sekali ya harganya,,tapi efect terbaik yang dikeluarkan korg pas lah dengan harganya..

Some nice playing and nice set up. I even liked some of the guitar stuff even though Kronos and Korg have been criticised for not being up to the task in the fretted department. It would be great to see some more demos like these. Keep it up:)

Why is a question asking the difference between white and black keys the top comment? I mean really.

can we make flamenco music with guitar sounds (i mean like flamenco rythms) or does it have any patches vsts for guitar sounds.. sorry i know nothing about keyboards and workstations i just plan to buy but i cant decide :) and you are really great and enjoyable with your Kronos :) well done and good luck wanna see more samples.. thanks for the sharing it with us..

@clipbrowser i dont own a Kronos but i`ve played on one. Its a great machine no doubt about that. But what you can do with software plugins these days goes even further for a fraction of the price. If i´m correct, the kronos got 30 gig of soundram. In these days a single plugin can be 30 gig and thats only 1. That doenst mean its all about the size.

@clipbrowser hello. kronos is an amazing piece of hardware. the weakiest point i think is the guitar sounds, i hope korg will adress this in future soundsets. and with the SSD, you can stream samples, they should come with amazing libraries. More, an update will available in october, you will be able to connect nanopad or any midi compliant device to the kronos. Finally, the plug in editor should be available in november...that's great news !!

@BlouseFashion heh yeah, sorry if I'm tense. It's hard to tell over the internet. But yeah software+hardware=otherworldy setup.

Is that a keybaord? If so is it is it hard to play with all those button? Also whats is the differencenes with the white buttons and the black button? thank, just tryeng to learn the buttons for music playing.

Nice setup!

nice machine !!

The best sounds were at the start. Really shows the awesome synth powers of the Kronos.

jeeze.... edited out what I was interested in...... the seamless patch changes...

@imun1ty The Kronos sounds exactly like the Oasys. I've got an Oasys and have been playing the Kronos for the past 4 days. Its awesome.

UGH!!!!! I think Im back to kronos...I did change my mind and was about to purchase a motif xf but.....I have to renege on that..

may I ask if you had any key bed issues. I wanna buy one but afraid from what I have heard and seen since I played couple at guitar center and all of them had dead keys. thank u.

wow the M3 import soundfonts, so you can have plenty of great patches, also the zero latency of hardware is an attractive thing

What is the rack mounted unit near the Kronos? Is it being used with the workstation?

Kronos is definitely a great peice of hardware, I'm not dissing it. But @oggfish is right vst can go much, much further, and sound way better most of the time. AND they're much cheaper. I'd rather have a laptop or a controlBLADE( both computer and midi controller in one)to produce my music.

Thanx. this is the 61 notes version. I think there are some videos about SST, maybe Next time, i don't know. thanx

que ENVIDIAAA!, pero me puedes platicar de él, que tipo de música tocas?por que yo no me puedo decidir por este o por un Motif XF, y es que lo que me interesaba del motif es que puedes cargar tus samples y ya no se borran, pero al parecer en este tambien puedes hacer esto,y es k la verdad en lo que es musica grupera nadie compite con Korg, tambien tiene las 4 salidas extras igual que el Extreme, de cuantas partes se puede hacer un programa y un combi de cuantos sonidos? hay te encargo Xfa!salu2.

@imun1ty Enough with the sour grapes. I've played to the Kronos and it sounds great. It will probably be my next board.

Hello i need help, i buy a korg kronos en argentina from import music , kronos 61 and some keys make a noise metalic , this keyboard is good or fail - import music says is normal all kronos 61 some keys make a noise metalic! and dont want change my keyboard for another- i dont believe. Please i need and answer i need help!

What is the name / number of the patch you're using at 2:40? (Wurlitzer and bass)? I am gonna kill some time using that one... (once I find it....) And the following one at 3:30 please, if you can.

How do you find the action of the weighted keys? Are they decent?

chingon el kronos ya lotengo

good synth!! good player!!

Hey man. I really like your setup. Looks like it offers a smooth workflow. Question. Where did you get those risers for your near filed monitors? Im looking everywhere for something practical. Thanks-Dave

video thanks to encourage me to buy a Kronos but wanted to ask if you sold yours that he did not like or plan to buy one better than kronos, or are other motives. a cordial greeting from Lima, Perú

Reminds me of that tragic day when I had to sell my Oasys and then my m3, bad ass keyboards but the microstation looks pretty sweet.

Next , a video of all that stuff working together for one masterpiece !

@clipbrowser I would buy a Maudio master keyboard or an old A90, just try out alot of masterkeyboards in order to find out what plays best for you. Then buy a i7 laptop with 8 gig ram + an cheap audiocard (maudio fasttrackpro) and buy Omnishere for all sorts of good sounds and Kontakt4 with Alicia Keys piano library or Ivory2, Trust me you would be very happy!

the white buttons give you white milk and the black buttons give you chocolate milk.

es una super maquina yo tuve oportunidad de tocar uno y esta de sueño, felicidades porque ud es uno de los afortunados en poseeer uno de estos, sorry pero no puedo ingles

@MichaelBlue72 It's a combi, INT A 028: Kickin'it SW1=AM radio

While you're at it, can you also tell me the biggest difference between this keyboard and say a piece of string... Much appreciated. :-).

hello. i hope to get one again as soon as possible ;-)))

@katseazzz I like the Access Virus gear most among VA synths. If it's just analog sounds get the Virus! If you need a workstation which states all kind of sound go for a Kronos/Motif/Fantom.

great perfo,ance, as a kronos future buyer ive got a small and probably silly question...do u put it straight into your motu soundcard or via a mixer?

which has better analog sounds for dance?kronos or virus?

looks like im selling my tyros 3 to get a kronos!!

Hey, can you give me some of your equipment, I'd really appreciate it. Lol, it was worth a shot. Nice setup and thanks for the beautiful music! Peace

You should probably learn some good piano technique before spending your house on a workstation monster like this. There are some nice keyboards for $100 and up that will do the job. It is actually easier to play with more keys. The white buttons are the natural notes, and the black keys are flats/sharps.

The korg forums might be able to help out better than I can dude.

@BlouseFashion Fanboy(or girl) much? First of all I wasn't even being rude, I specifically said I wasn't dissing the kronos, now to adress your point. You can buy it(maybe not with karma and an ssd) for about $2000, base configuration, which still blows kronos out of the water. Second of all the kronos IS a computer probably running on the most basic version of linux in a midi controller. Third the kronos isn't future proof it will be replaced by another "big keyboard" eventually

@VenVile thanx a lot :-)

Why did you sell it. Did you have key problems with it. I like the Jupiter 80 better, its built much better, heavy duty to last.

@imun1ty i used to have an oasys too, so i can understand you. please aware that kronos used the same engines and DAC as the oasys, so the sound quality is the same and even better concerning drums, ep and piano (new engines and sounds)

Recording into Garageband there, I see!

Very nice keyboard!!!!How can manage so many reflections from your monitors towards the wall?

Why did you sell it? Any particular reason? I've been looking at the Koros X to possibly purchase. Thanks for your time.

actually I wanted to hear sounds that kronos make unique not sound is called vintage because they are heard a lot.

I'm in love with you! Those fingers! And those facial expressions would make anyone swoon! Terrific playing! I wonder if the dude filming has updated to the latest version of Kronos?

From what I have heard on youtube (never played Kronos in person), it does sound pretty thin. I prefer OASYS sounds over Kronos. I heard that Kronos now has better capabilities than OASYS, but some guy told me that he uses Kronos for playing and OASYS for processing the sound due to its crystal clear circuitry. I never got that far yet. I still believe that workstations have a long way before one can really substitute other instruments for real. It's close but now that far yet.

How easy was it to set up to your Daw

your studio is really nice where diod u get all the furniture from , id like somthing like that for my studio, eg the rack for the moto tables and speaker stands??? thanks in advance

NIce demo... I just got one of this. However I cant get my pedal switch to Sustain. What setting should I activate? Moses.

like the 6:59 grove that's nice man.

how much the keyboard in the store plese send me message i need information and keyboard too

@hillock10 lol! you came here for demo or show-off?

they are amazing i love it but i dont know how to get it to play sounds thru fl studio or sum thin. can you help?

man I wishi knew all about this tech shit I can barely run magix music maker and a korg nanopad and ableton live you got all these hookups and shit its like the generation were in 30 years old now or so is in between they can use comps but cant figure out how to write programs like our younger siblings or kids can do way much more but some are able to do so the generation before is even less so right atleast it seems that way to me thank god for vids like this and tutorials

Cool. Do you work on a cruise ship?

@5:36 my just be my favorite patch from this so far. What's it called? Thanks!

is this the 61 key version?

What strings sound is that you are using in the first musical example?

Man you can play, sounds are good, tones are good but what you play makes the difference on how the music sounds. Nice

Nice studio, have you upgraded to Maschine Studio yet?