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Again, Korg has proved itself with their Korg M3-73 keyboard. Korg M3-73 has a lot to offer when it comes to sounds. Actually, it is known as the collection of sounds and musical colors. This high tech device suits for a hobbyist and to professional musicians as well. It has a touch screen X-Y feature which is very cool. It is very useful during live a performance which is intended for live performers of course. Its pads are also a great help.

Korg M3-73 keyboard also has a perfect user interface. It is intuitive and its touch screen feature makes it easier. Aside from great sounding effect, combi presets from this keyboard is impressive. With its combi presets you will be able to layer sounds easily in combi mode. Pianos and EP’s of this instrument are being improved and are now very expressive and realistic.

Some of Korg M3 main features are:

1. Maximum Polyphony: 120 voices, 120 oscillators max, single mode, 60 voices, 120 oscillators max, double mode
2. Synthesis Technology: EDS (Enhanced Definition Synthesis), MMT (Multi Modeling Technology) sound generator can be added by installing the optional EXB-RADIAS
3. Tone Generator: 256 Mbyte (when converted to 16-bit linear format), 1,032 Multisamples, 1,606 Drum Samples
4. 64 Mbyte memory standard (expandable up to 320 Mbyte with EXB-M256 option)
5. The TouchView display can be used as an X-Y controller. Hold function provided. X–Y Control finger movements can be recorded in realtime, and memorized for each Program, Combination, or Song.

So far, I am always getting great satisfaction from Korg instruments. They’re keyboards are dependable packed with great sounds.

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Korg M3-88 Keyboard Music Workstation is an advance music workstation. It has a sampler design for professional applications. This synthesizer features an outstanding sound quality and intuitive control interface. Korg M3-88 Keyboard has been expanded internally. It features new sounds like electric pianos, and classic keyboard, tape emulating flutes and strings and more. The M3 keyboard features a newly developed EDS sound generating system.

Korg is well known in producing excellent keyboards and with this keyboard, korg uses an advanced voicing technology that results to a great product which offers 1,028 multisamples and 1,606 drum samples. Another interesting feature is it has a four level velocity switching, and stereo sampling that allows impressive range of high quality, detailed and expressive sounds.

Korg added innovations like new concept for virtualized hardware which allows a closer integration with DAW system. This keyboards drum tracks provides an instant groove to play with.

Other general features:
1. Interface: TO MODULE (for connection to M3-M tone generator module); TO MODULE (second) (available on 73-key and 88-key)
2. 73-key semi-weighted synth action (Korg’s new keyboard design)
3. Controllers: Joystick, Ribbon Controller, [SW1], [SW2]
4. ncluded Accessories: AC cord; Owner’s Manual (M3 Operation Guide); CD-ROM (M3 Parameter Guide (PDF), Voice Name List (PDF), KORG MIDI driver,M3 Editor stand alone and plug-in versions); Bracket (M3-M only)
5. Dimensions: 40″(W) x 14.65″(D) x 4.76″(H)(with M3-M folded down), 40″(W) x 14.65″(D) x 6.73″(H) (with M3-M tilted up)

Korg really redefines the workstation keyboard category with this product. Indeed, it is one of the most expressive keyboards from Korg with multi modelling technology.

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