An industry giant unveils compact MIDI devices for music makers on-the-go!

The new nanoSeries devices of Korg are particularly designed to meet the needs of artists who are always on the move – making music anywhere, anytime, without compromising the control department. Its range of MIID controllers features three compact products – the nanoKEY, the nanoPAD, and the nanoKONTROL.

Expected to be tough, the nanoKEY is no ordinary keyboard – it is a 25-note, velocity-sensitive model. Aside from being very handy in recording chords and melodies, the nanoKEY can also be used to send MIDI data, further expanding its power. It has an Octave Shift function that provides immediate access to the entire MIDI note range. There are pitch and modulation buttons provided as well, allowing your performances the kind of expression natural to any controller, regardless of its size.

The Korg nanoKEY is also very small. In fact, you can put it right in front of your laptop, your recording station, on a recording console, or wherever you need a versatile control over your virtual instrument or DJ software. But despite its size, the nanoKEY comes with several benefits when it comes to functionality, but its intuitive layout makes operation a breeze for any user.

The nanoPAD has 12 highly responsive trigger pads (including an X/Y pad) that are perfect both for laptop DJs and drum programming because of its roll and flam functions that provides unique interface ideal for realistic drum programming. It is USB powered, and is also capable of sending both notes and MIDI control data.

The nanoPAD also has a Chord Trigger function that lets you enter chords onto a single pad, which helps you to make the most of the work surface as you create. The pad also makes a great interface for soloing or muting tracks because it can transmit control change messages. You can turn objects on and off, or trigger clips during your live performances.

Finally, Korg wraps the MIDI bundle with the nanoKONTROL. It offers 9 faders, 9 knobs, 18 switches plus a full transport section for expansive control. That means that is the perfect DAW and plug-in control, although it also has a note input mode that will help you lay down your next big groove.

For each of the four programmable scenes that the nanoKONTROL offers, you have the freedom to set the controllers any way you need them. That means that you can send a total of 168 different MIDI Control Change messages and MIDI notes using the switches. Each of the 6 transport buttons can send either MIDI Control Change messages or MMC messages to control functions like start, stop, loop, or record on your DAW software.

Thanks to the Korg MIDI Bundle, taking full control over the quality of music that you create is now possible.

Get the nanoKEY, the nanoPAD, and the nanoKONTROL today!

The family of Korg’s infamous SP line of digital pianos has recently given birth to a new member, the Korg SP-170. The youngest among all the SP models, the SP-170 is also the most portable and the most affordable. But despite its appealing price and size, the SP-170 still delivers the best piano playing experience. With a “keep it simple” principle in mind, this new SP tot is the perfect piece for any beginner and professional alike.

The Korg SP-170 comes complete with two concert grand piano sounds and each one, individually recorded with utmost care. It features several velocity layers to capture varying tones of playing dynamics, allowing it to respond expressively to every touch. Aside from its basic piano tones, it also has eight additional highly accurate sounds that complete the selection of keyboard sounds including an electric piano, harpsichord, vibraphone, pipe organ, electric organ, strings, and so much more. Adding warmth and form to its sound are only the best reverb and chorus effects that only Korg can provide. And although the SP-170 does not need any tuning, it can be adjusted and tuned to match any other musical instruments and can also be transposed to complement any musical key.

Korg SP-170 Digital Piano

The Korg SP-170 is both stylish and economical. It is compact, humble, and is designed to perfectly fit the modern world. No other digital piano can deliver such solid and rich vibrant sounds that only an authentic grand piano can provide. Just like any other Korg SP family member, the SP-170 has a full 88-note piano-style keyboard with three touch curves that makes it responsive to any playing style. It also has the newly developed Natural Weighted Hammer Action (HM) that loyally reproduces the touch and distributed weight of real acoustic piano keys, but without tipping the scale beyond 26 pounds.

The SP-170 is not just an unassuming piece of work; it is also self-contained with its full stereo sound system. Its built-in sound system comes with a pair of full blown oval speakers that are housed in an internal bass-reflex cabinet producing a bold and deep, yet well-defined dynamic sound.

But perhaps the best thing that the Korg SP-170 offers is its versatility – it is more than just a musical instrument, it can be used as a recording medium as well. If you are someone who fancies recording or listening to his own performances, the SP-170’s dual headphone outputs will let you connect to a recording equipment or to an external amplifier, allowing you to satisfy your listening desires.

So whether you are a teacher or a student, a hobbyist or a professional, if you want a piano that will give you the feel of the grand stage and the confidence of being at home, the Korg SP-170 is the piano that you are looking for.