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Korg MS-20 Mini

Item ID: MS20mini

37-key Classic Analog Synthesizer with Mini Patch Bay, External Signal Processor, MIDI In, and USB for MIDI Connectivity

Korg's new MS-20 Mini, the re-creation of their legendary classic patchable analog monosynth, is expected to begin shipping in limited quantities this Summer. Pre-orders are already rolling in for this potent little analog beast, so don't wait to reserve your spot in line, because the orders are rolling in fast. Once we have your pre-order, we can ensure that your new MS-20 Mini ships to you from Sweetwater's earliest possible shipment.

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A Legendary Synthesizer Reborn!

Back and smaller than ever, Korg's MS-20 Mini analog synthesizer revives the legendary MS-20 synth in all of its glory, but at 86% of the original size. This is no copycat knockoff either - the MS-20 Mini is nearly identical to the original, with the same analog oscillators, first-generation filters, and a VCA that's been tweaked to reduce noise. You'll also find cool new additions onboard the Korg MS-20 Mini, including an External Signal Processor for your mics and instruments, MIDI In, and even USB connectivity.





Korg MS-20 Mini Monophonic Analog Synthesizer at a Glance:
  • Just like the original, only smaller and cleaner
  • External Signal Processor unlocks a world of creative options
  • Onboard MIDI and USB let you connect all your music gear

Just like the original only smaller... and cleaner
It's no secret that technology's gotten a lot smaller since the late '70s, so when Korg decided to bring the MS-20 back, they decided to drop down the scale, making the MS-20 Mini exactly 86% the size of the original. Best of all, they did it without changing any of the core components, with the exception of the VCA, which they tweaked to be less noisy. They even shrank down the MS-20 Mini's patch bay, trading the 1/4" phono jacks for 1/8" mini jacks to make extra room for the new External Signal Processor section.

External Signal Processor unlocks a world of creative options
Plug your guitar or microphone directly into the Korg MS-20 Mini and start tweaking. You won't believe the fun and funky sounds you can come up with. Utilizing the MS-20 Mini's External Signal Processor (ESP) section, you can use almost any sound source to control the pitch or volume of this incredibly flexible synth. Vocoding, guitar synth... you name it! It's all possible with the MS-20 Mini.

Onboard MIDI and USB lets you connect all your music gear
Here's something die-hard synth nut would have given an arm and a leg for back in 1978: advanced connectivity like MIDI and USB. With its MIDI In port, you can easily incorporate your Korg MS-20 Mini into your live keyboard rig or add a full-sized keyboard to gain access to a much wider note range. USB opens up even greater possibilities, allowing you to integrate your MS-20 Mini with the rest of your studio DAW.

Korg MS-20 Mini Monophonic Analog Synthesizer Features:
  • The legendary 1978 Korg MS-20 analog synthesizer reborn
  • Built to 86% scale, making this MS-20 more portable than ever
  • Provides powerful vintage sound, from deep, growling basses to crisp, rounded leads
  • Two oscillators with ring modulation provide a wide range of sound
  • Envelope generators with delay and hold add exciting motion to your tone
  • VCA (Voltage Controlled Amp) maintains the original basic design, but modifies it to reduce noise
  • First-generation filter design (highpass/lowpass with peak/resonance) capable of self-oscillation
  • ESP (External Signal Processor) utilizes the pitch or volume of an external audio source to control the synthesizer
  • 1/8" jack-based patching bay lets you create complex sounds
  • 37-note keyboard is also 86% the size of the original
  • MIDI In and USB connector provides keyboard and DAW MIDI connectivity
  • Includes original MS-20 owner's manual and settings chart

Dive into classic synth history with the Korg MS-20 Mini analog synthesizer!
Specification Detail
Sound Engine Type(s) Analog
Number of Keys 37
Type of Keys Synth
Other Controllers Pitchbend, Mod Button
Polyphony 1
Wave Memory No memory
Number of Presets No presets
Expansion No expansion
Number of Effects No effects
Effects Types No effects
Arpeggiator No arpeggiator
Sampling No sampling
Audio Playback No audio playback
MIDI Sequencer No MIDI sequencer
USB 1 x type B for MIDI I/O
Number of Audio Inputs 1 x 1/8" TS for External Signal Processor
Audio Input Types 1 x 1/8" TS
Number of Digital Inputs No digital I/O
Digital Input Types No digital I/O
Number of Digital Outputs No digital I/O
Digital Output Types No digital I/O
MIDI I/O MIDI In
Height 8.19"
Width 19.41"
Depth 10.12"
Weight 10.58 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number MS20MINI

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