Korg WAVESTATEMK2 Wavestate MK2 Wave Sequencing Synthesizer

Overview of Korg WAVESTATEMK2 Wavestate MK2 Wave Sequencing Synthesizer

Wavestate MK II WAVE SEQUENCING SYNTHESIZER

Legendary synthesis, radically re-imagined. Extended polyphony, extended possibilities.

The KORG Wavestate is a groundbreaking synthesizer that revolutionized music with its Wave Sequencing technology, transforming raw samples into unique sounds. It evolved in the OASYS and KRONOS keyboards, adding lush pads and rhythmic patterns.

In 2020, KORG introduced the acclaimed wavestate, featuring Wave Sequencing 2.0 for hands-on control and ever-changing sounds. It catered to a new generation of musicians, drawing inspiration from modular synths, groove boxes, and algorithmic composition. The innovative wavestate native software allowed seamless integration in DAWs.

Now, KORG presents the new wavestate mkII with improved polyphony, retaining compatibility with the original wavestate, wavestate SE, and native software. Updated sounds and software are available for both versions. The compact design with 37 keys remains ideal for any stage, studio, or desktop setup.

• Wave Sequencing 2.0
• Extensive modulation with hands-on control
• Gigabytes of samples - and import up to 4GB of your own
• Modeled filters, including MS-20 and Polysix
• 96 stereo voices
• 4 Layers with Vector control
• 14 simultaneous effects
• Set Lists and Smooth Sound Transitions
• Randomization
• Free Editor/Librarian and Sample Builder software for Mac and Windows
• Compact. Great design. 37 full-size keys.
• Designed by KORG R&D in California

Specifications

Keyboard                                                                                                                                                                                              37 keys (velocity and release-velocity sensitive)

Sound generating system

Wave Sequencing 2.0

Maximum Polyphony

96 stereo voices

Sounds

Ships with 261 Performances, 799 Programs, and 1,042 Wave Sequences                                                                                      Storage for tens of thousands of user Performances

Structure

Performance                                                                                  4 Layers, Reverb, EQ;                                                                      all edits are stored in the Performance, DAW-style (saving as separate Programs, Wave Sequences, etc. is supported but not required)

Layer                                                                                            Program, Arpeggiator, Key and Velocity Zones

Program                                                                                        Wave Sequence, Filter, Amp, Pre FX, Mod FX, Delay

Filters

2-pole LPF, 2-pole HPF, 2-pole BPF, 2-pole Band Reject, 4-pole LPF, 4-pole HPF, 4-pole BPF, 4-pole Band Reject, Multi Filter, MS-20 LPF, MS-20 HPF, Polysix

Modulation

Controllers                                                                                      Mod Wheel, Pitch Wheel, Vector Joystick X/Y, 8x Program/Performance Mod Knobs

Other Sources                                                                              3x Envelopes, Vector Envelope, 3x LFOs, 2x Mod Processors, 2x Key Track, Step Sequencer Lane, Step Pulse, Tempo, Program/Performance Note Count, Program/Performance Voice Count, Poly Legato, Velocity, Exponential Velocity, Release Velocity, Gate/Gate+Damper, Note-On Trigger/Note-On Trigger+Damper, Note Number, Aftertouch/Poly Aftertouch (external MIDI only), MIDI CCs +/-, MIDI CCs + 

Destinations                                                                                Most parameters can be modulated, including parameters of individual Wave Sequence Steps. Depending on Wave Sequence length, there can be more than 1,000 potential modulation targets per Program.

Effects

Pre FX                                                                                    Decimator, Graphic EQ, Guitar Amp, Modern Compressor, Parametric EQ, Red Compressor, Ring Modulator, Tremolo, Wave Shaper

Mod FX                                                                                        Black Chorus/Flanger, Black Phase, CX-3 Vibrato Chorus, EP Chorus, Harmonic Chorus, Modern Chorus, Modern Phaser, Orange Phase, Polysix Ensemble, Small Phase, Talking Modulator, Vintage Chorus, Vintage Flanger, Vintage/Custom Wah, Vox Wah

Delay                                                                                              L/C/R Delay, Multiband Mod Delay, Reverse Delay, Stereo/Cross Delay, Tape Echo

Reverb                                                                                      Early Reflections, Overb

Performance EQ                                                                            4-band parametric EQ

Inputs/outputs                                                                        Headphone (6.3 mm stereo phone jack)                                      OUTPUT L/MONO and R (impedance-balanced 6.3 mm TRS phone jacks)                                                                                DAMPER (6.3 mm phone jack)                                                      MIDI IN and OUT connectors                                                      USB B port

Power supply                                                                              AC adapter (DC12V, 2500mA)

Power consumption                                                                        5 W

Dimensions (W x D x H)                                                              565 x 338 x 92 mm/22.24” x 13.31” x 3.62”

Weight                                                                                        2.9 kg/6.93 lb.

Included items                                                                             AC adapter

Accessories (sold separately)                                                      DS-1H damper pedal, PS-1 pedal switch, PS-3 pedal switch