Korg Monotron Duo Analog Ribbon Synth – a palm-sized ribbon keyboard featuring two analog oscillators, VCF filter and more tweaking fun.
- Two analogue oscillators (VCO) with individual tunings
- Edgy X-MOD (with Intensity knob) circuit from Korg’s classic Mono/Poly
- VCF with Cutoff and Peak Control
- Ribbon controller keyboard with Scale Select
- Original Analog (VCF) Filter taken from the classic MS-10 & MS-20
- Aux input jack lets you apply filter and delay to any audio source
- Built-in speaker and battery power for “go anywhere” analog sound
Korg's monotron DUO is a ribbon-controller keyboard that gives you not just one, but two analog oscillators to create an even more extreme sound. If you tune the oscillators in unison, you get a rich, thick, analog tone. If you tune them in intervals, you can emulate classic soloing sounds and generate new effects. Tweak the X-MOD (cross modulation) circuit taken from Korg's classic Mono/Poly and you can introduce a mild or razor-sharp edge to the overall sound; everything from a rich vibrato to extreme metallic sounds reminiscent of an FM synth.
VCO + VCF = Modular synthesis building blocks
The basic analog sound-building circuit in the monotron DUO is radically simple:
one voltage-controlled oscillator and one voltage-controlled filter. As a
result, the process of sound creation is intuitive, and instantly
understandable.
Enhanced Ribbon Controller Keyboard
The monotron DUO's ribbon controller keyboard now features the familiar Scale
function used on the KAOSSILATOR. You can use this button to select one of four
scales: Chromatic, Major, Minor, or Off. Choose the Chromatic scale to play
precise pitches as on a piano, or choose Major or Minor to generate musically
coherent phrases by simply sliding your finger around on the keyboard.
Go Anywhere Analog
A miniature speaker is built into the monotron DUO. Along with the battery
operation and compact size, this feature allows you to enjoy the share the
monotron DUO's analog synthesis sound with your friends, anywhere, at any time.
Use it to entertain friends, for recording, or even at karaoke during a musical
interlude for solos. It also has a headphone output you can use when practicing
in private, creating sounds at home, recording, or for connecting to an
amplifier or PA system.
Classic Korg Filtering
The distinctive tone of an analog filter (VCF) can dramatically alter and enrich
the sound. The monotron DUO uses the same highly acclaimed VCF circuit as
KORG's classic MS-10 and MS-20 semi-modular synthesizers. Originally released
over 30 years ago, these instruments are still coveted today for their
aggressive, dynamic filters. The VCF Cutoff knob sets the frequency or tone of
the filter; the VCF Peak knob adds emphasis. A powerful filter is an essential
aspect of any analog synthesizer, applying dramatic tonal changes to the sound,
and projecting an intense personality that will stand out, especially in any
live performance.
Fully-patchable Filter
The input jack (AUX input) built into the monotron DUO's compact body allows
you to place any audio source into the signal path, directly before the analog
filter. This provides a great way to connect a KAOSSILATOR, a guitar, or a
digital audio player to the monotron DUO and enjoy tone-bending filter
effects.
SPECIFICATIONS
Synthesizer structure: 2 VCOs (Square Wave) with X-Mod; 1 VCF
Switches: Standby / VCO1 / VCO1+2
Scale Select Button: (Chromatic → Major → Minor → Off)
Knobs: VCO1 Pitch, X-MOD Int., VCO2 Pitch, VCF Cutoff, VCF Peak
Controller: Ribbon Controller with Scale Select
Volume: Headphone Volume
Aux Input: 1/8" Stereo Jack
Headphone Output: 1/8" Stereo Jack
Speaker: Miniature Internal; Disabled when headphones are in use
Power Supply: AAA batteries (x2), recommended alkaline batteries
Accessories: Owner’s Manual, AAA batteries x2 (limited charge for verifying
operation)
Dimensions (W x D x H): 120 mm x 72 mm x 28 mm / 4.72” x 2.83” x
1.10”
Weight: 95g / 3.35 oz. (without batteries)