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Technical Details
| Item Weight | 735 g |
| Product Dimensions | 17.5 x 8.6 x 25.4 cm |
| Batteries: | 6 AA batteries required. |
| Item model number | MONOTRIBE |
Additional Information
| ASIN | B0050G7VR4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 3,411 in Musical Instruments (See top 100) |
| Shipping Weight | 1.2 Kg |
| Date First Available | 7 July 2011 |
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Product Description
In a world seemingly ruled by digital, Korg created an analog sensation with the palm-sized monotron Analogue Ribbon Synthesizer. Today, Korg once again takes up the analog banner with the amazing monotribe Analog Ribbon Station; a new form of synthesizer that packs an amazing array of features and technology into its compact body. Korg’s monotribe shares the monotron’s analog DNA, yet quickly delves deeper into the rich, organic, and often chaotic world of analog synthesis. In addition to analog synthesis, monotribe brings together intuitive ease of use and a three-part discrete analog rhythm section, plus the proven appeal of Electribe-style sequencing. Complete with built-in speakers and battery power, monotribe is self-contained and highly portable, able to deliver your ideas with style and personality.The monotribe Analog Ribbon Station bringing responsive realtime control to analog groove making.
Product Description
Analog synth with step sequencer Analog VCO,VCF (MS-20 filter) and VCA Versatile LFO, Rate, Inten-sity, 1shot (EG) mode Advanced ribbon keyboard chromatic, continuous and wide modes 3-part analog drums 8-steps sequencer Selectable OSC-waveforms Rhythm function Noise generator Auto-tuning Sync In/Out mini-jacks Active Flux mode Controls VCO: Waveshape (Saw, Triangle, Square), Octave Range (64, 32, 16, 8, 4, 2), Noise Generator (Amount), Key Range (Wide, Narrow, Key) VCF: 12 dB/Oct Low Pass Filter, Cutoff (Frequency), Peak (Resonance) VCA: Gain knob: EG Select (Decay, Gate, Attack) LFO: Rate (Speed), Intensity (Depth), Target Switch (VCO, VCF, VCO+VCF), Mode Switch (Fast, Slow, 1-Shot), Shape (Saw, Triangle, Square) External audio input/output, headphones output Internal speaker Battery powered (optional adaptator)
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
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Background first, always loved listening to electronica in its many forms and I have occasionally dabbled in making my own amateurish laptop songs through music creation software, using nothing more complicated than Playstation Music 2000, Magix Music Maker and Cakewalk Kinetic 2. Always dreamed of owning a piece of cool musical hardware but having a day job, a family and minimal talent had little use for a studio of expensive equipment. Was considering bidding for an old Groovebox on eBay, either a MC-505 or a RM1x but then saw this beautiful little machine in a magazine. Came easily and quickly from Amazon Marketplace and I instantly fell in love. The Monotribe looks and feels brilliant, sturdy and grownup despite the toy-like size. The step sequencer lets you play like a professional, jamming live and adjusting in real time, not forgetting the ribbon keyboard to record your own melodies. Then there are the many effects and filters to apply using analog switches and knobs - which are great fun. The batteries (included) and the built-in speaker mean that this small station is totally portable, though the Monotribe sounds even more amazing through headphones and plugged-in speakers. However, two unknowns remain for me at the moment, first how to record creations to a PC and secondly, where to buy a 9v adapter that Korg claim can also be used. Otherwise this is exactly what I wanted a simple but powerful Groovebox - a gorgeous synthesizer, drum machine and sequencer - that provides great enjoyment in my free time and fits easily on a shelf when real life gets in the way. Now like Air, I am also an Electronic Performer.
Update Dec 2011
Bought adapter here 9V Korg Monotribe Synth replacement power supply adapter - it works a treat.
Update Feb 2012
A cable like this lets you play your Monotribe through your PC, making recording a possibility. Just connect from the synth's headphones socket to the blue socket at the back of the PC (thank you to the comments posters below):
3.5mm Male Stereo JACK to JACK Audio Cable GLD 10m Lead
Update Dec 2011
Bought adapter here 9V Korg Monotribe Synth replacement power supply adapter - it works a treat.
Update Feb 2012
A cable like this lets you play your Monotribe through your PC, making recording a possibility. Just connect from the synth's headphones socket to the blue socket at the back of the PC (thank you to the comments posters below):
3.5mm Male Stereo JACK to JACK Audio Cable GLD 10m Lead
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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I've had a ridiculous amount of fun fiddling with this thing. It's my first analogue synthesizer and it has opened my eyes to the fantastic world of synthesizers.
I've always wanted a proper analogue synth and the Monotribe is just perfect for fiddling around and getting a feel for one. I may consider buying a full-fledged one at some point since obviously the Monotribe is very limited. As an introduction, though, excellent.
It does have slight issues, MIDI ports would have been nice since I'd like to connect it to a keyboard. The strip can be difficult to use, though fun for making wild noises.
It is possible to mod MIDI onto the device so I may do this.
Also one of my favourite things was the process for updating the firmware and adding new features to the Monotribe. Just look it up, it's insane and wonderful.
Definitely one of my best purchases yet.
I've always wanted a proper analogue synth and the Monotribe is just perfect for fiddling around and getting a feel for one. I may consider buying a full-fledged one at some point since obviously the Monotribe is very limited. As an introduction, though, excellent.
It does have slight issues, MIDI ports would have been nice since I'd like to connect it to a keyboard. The strip can be difficult to use, though fun for making wild noises.
It is possible to mod MIDI onto the device so I may do this.
Also one of my favourite things was the process for updating the firmware and adding new features to the Monotribe. Just look it up, it's insane and wonderful.
Definitely one of my best purchases yet.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Oscarfish
Ok, so not quite a two word review but after the first ten minutes of frustration I nailed Pink Floyds 'On the Run' so it's got to be cool. BUY ONE!
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