Korg Wavestate MK2

The new wave – Wave Sequencing 2.0

Building on the success of the Wavestation, Korg have further expanded the Wave Sequencing technology for this Wavestate MKII synthesizer. With the Wavestation, the Wave Sequences had in-depth control over each step for duration, sample and pitch. This allowed the user to create unique sounding patterns that repeated. But what if those same patterns could be more organic? Morphing and evolving to create something fresh and exciting. Well, with Wave Sequencing 2.0 you can achieve that and more.

Wave Sequencing 2.0 provides you with multiple new ways to edit and interact with your patterns. You can now split apart timing, sample sequences and the melody; allowing you to interact and manipulate each parameter independently. You can also edit and morph new parameters such as shapes, gate times and the values on the step sequencer. Each of these independent parameters is known as a “Lane”. With each Lane you can decide how many steps you need, as well as dictating the start, end and loop points.

When the sequence is moving forward, each of the Lanes are combined which creates the output. This provides you with endless possibilities, allowing you to create set patterns that morph and evolve along with their parameters. You can also modulate a wide range of controls including the Lane’s start, end and loop points for each of the notes.

Cutting-edge expression and in-depth controls

Jam-packed with controls, knobs and switches; the Wavestate MKII provides in-depth, hands-on control for creating cutting-edge sequences. The Wavestate MKII includes everything you could possibly need such as filters, envelopes, LFOS, effects and eight programmable modulation knobs. The ergonomic layout and in-depth control panel also make the synth perfect for live performances. As well as the pitch bend and modulation wheels, the Wavestate MKII provides you with a Vector joystick for a full 360-degrees of expression.

Nearly everything on the Wavestate MKII can be modulated. Most of the front-panel knobs and on-screen parameters can be modified using the modulation on offer. For further customisation, you can even modulate each of the individual steps within a sequence. The onboard modulation processors allow you to edit the mod signals, providing the means to dictate quantize, smoothing, curvature and other settings.

• Keyboard: 37-keys, velocity sensative
• Sound generation: Wave Sequencing 2.0
• Polyphony: 96 stereo voices
• Configuration:
  • Performance: 4 layers, reverb, EQ
  • Layers: Program, Arpeggiator, Key, and Velocity Zones
  • Programs: Wave Sequence, Filter, Amp, Pre FX, Mod FX, Delay
• Presets: 261 Performances,799 Programs, and 1042 Wave Sequences
• Controllers: MOD wheel, PITCH wheel, Vector Joystick, 8 x program/Performance Mod knobs.
• Effects Pre FX x4, Mod FX x4, Delay x4, Reverb, Performance EQ
• Inputs/outputs:
  • Audio Outputs L/MONO, R (6.3mm TRS phone jack, impedance balanced)
  • Headphones (6.3mm stereo phone jack)
  • Damper (6.3mm phone jack)
  • MIDI in,out
  • USB Type B
• Power: AC adapter (DC12V, 2500mA)
• Power consumption: 5w
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 565 x 338 x 92 mm
• Weight: 2.9 kg
• Product Code: WAVESTATE-MK2