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KORG 

KROSS 2 

SYNTHESIZER WORKSTATION 

 
 
 
 

More features, more sounds, more possibilities. 

 

 

A state-of-the-art platform with ever greater functionality. 
The mobile synthesizer workstation that does everything. 

 
 

 

A rich selection of more than 1,000 powered-up presets 

 

128MB of expansion PCM memory is built-in, and option libraries are supported 

 

The rich expressive power of the EDS-i sound engine, and a rich selection of effects with 134 types 

 

Superb sampling functionality and 16 sampler pads 

 

A panel layout that lets you access functions without confusion 

 

Realtime control section for quick parameter editing 

 

Favorite function lets you register and instantly recall up to 128 frequently-used sounds 

 

Quick layer/split can be specified by a single button 

 

Ultra-lightweight compact body; the 61-key model weighs only 3.8 kg, the lightest in its class 

 

Long operating life, with six AA batteries allowing up to seven hours of use 

 

A color lineup with a peerless finish that exceeds its class 

 

Audio player/recorder that can be easily triggered by the pads 

 

Sequencer, drum track, and arpeggiator to support your song production 

 

A rich array of input jacks for singer-instrumentalists or vocoder performance without requiring additional equipment 

 

Also functions as a USB audio interface 

 
 
 
 
KROSS 2, the long-awaited successor of the KROSS, is a compact, portable workstation with a huge range of sounds. While 
maintaining its identity as ultra-lightweight, compact, and capable of running on batteries, this new model dramatically enhances 
KROSS’s sounds and functionality. In addition to a total of more than a thousand preset sounds, expansion PCM memory has been 
newly added. Also new is a pad sampler that allows full-fledged sampling, and USB audio/MIDI interface functionality. The color 
scheme is even more stylish, and the user interface allows intuitive operation even by beginners. 
 
Effortlessly select the sound that you want to play, shape it to match your imagination, sample a sound, create phrases and rhythms, 
record your vocal or guitar, bring KROSS 2 on stage, and perform. Whatever you artistic vision, you can make it happen. KROSS 2 is a 
versatile synthesizer platform made with creative freedom in mind. 
 
 
 
 

Even more powerful preset sounds,  
with specialized optional expansion sounds  

 

A rich variety of more than 1,000 preset sounds 

Summary of Contents for KROSS 2 61

Page 1: ...track and arpeggiator to support your song production A rich array of input jacks for singer instrumentalists or vocoder performance without requiring additional equipment Also functions as a USB aud...

Page 2: ...You can record the input from the LINE IN jack and assign a stereo sample of up to 14 seconds to each pad Up to four pads can be triggered simultaneously You can edit the sample waveform using functio...

Page 3: ...key model is additionally available in a limited edition red marbled color The special marbled red finish is unique and different on each KROSS 2 unit Audio player recorder that you can easily trigge...

Page 4: ...ddition to USB MIDI interface functionality USB audio interface functionality has been newly added You can connect the KROSS 2 to your Mac or Windows computer and enjoy DAW recording or easily use the...

Page 5: ...en stereo 1014 drumsamples including 49 stereo Expansion PCM Memory Approximately 128MB when converted to 48 kHz 16 bit linear PCM Used when loading option PCM Program Oscillator OSC1 Single OSC1 2 Do...

Page 6: ...stereo in stereo out Effects types Total of 134 types select from 74 types for insert effects 101 types of master effect 1 and 120 types for master effect 2 Modulation Dynamic Modulation Effects Contr...

Page 7: ...r of Songs Up to 128 songs Resolution 1 480 Tempo 40 00 300 00 1 100 BPM resolusion Maximum Memory Up to 210 000 MIDI events Counter Measure Beat Tick Template Song 16 preset 16 user template songs Pr...

Page 8: ...z 16bit stereo 44 1 kHz is automatically converted to 48 kHz Export WAVE format file name extension wav 48kHz 16bit stereo Recording Time Maximum continuous recording time 3 hours Depends on the SD ca...

Page 9: ...RP button Audio Recorder AUDIO REC button User Interface Display 240 64 pixel LCD backlight Adjustable contrast hold the EXIT button and turn the VALUE dial Category CATEGORY dial VALUE dial MODE COMB...

Page 10: ...phone jacks TS unbalanced Input Impedance 33 Maximum Input Level 48 to 6dBu Phantom power or plug in power is not supported Others MIDI IN OUT USB USB connector TYPE B x 1 USB MIDI interface USB audio...

Page 11: ...Start Guide Accessories sold separately Keyboard stand KROSS2 61 Standard S BK61 KROSS2 88 Standard L SV88 Soft case KROSS2 61 SC KROSS 2 61 KROSS2 88 SC KROSS 2 88 Expression Volume Pedal XVP 20 XVP...

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