Open Box KORG Monologue Monophonic Analog Synthesizer Level 2 Blue 197881322694

The Korg Monologue is a fantastic and fun two oscillator fully analog monosynth with selectable ring mod or sync on oscillator two. It lends itself naturally to bass tones and produces them well and with ease. Programming is fluid as almost every parameter has a knob or switch with an intuitive menu accessible through the sequencer buttons for things like tempo syncing the LFO, keytracking the filter, setting velocity control of filter and/or amplitude, assigning the bender, and naming patches. The sequencer is fun to use as well. I never recorded in real time, opting instead to step sequence, which acts as you would expect if you have used other step sequencers. I think it's a little odd that Korg opted for a 100 patch limit instead of a standard 128 but that's more of an observation than a complaint. I did not find many uses for the drive as I found it too aggressive & harsh in most applications. The LFO is very expressive and can even go up to audio rate in the "fast" setting, allowing for analog FM style tones when assigned to any destination. Although this synth does not have full sized keys, they are not as small as say a microKorg or many controllers. They feel pretty natural to play and I wasn't hitting extra keys while using them. I would say this is an excellent first synth for anyone attempting to learn synthesis. However, even an experienced user as myself can find uses for the sound of this synth with its pure analog signal path and excellent sounding filter.

I use the Korg Monologue as a MIDI controller and as an monophonic synthesizer for aggressive bass lines and leads.

It's a great monosynth. I loooooove analogue synthesizers and really enjoy monologue even though it's monophonic. It's a pretty powerful little guy, and this guy is especially wonderful if you like noise-oriented electronics (like me). Also, Aphex Twin presets are amazing even though I prefer my own. But there is a huge BUT (that was not a deal breaker for me hence the 5 stars, as I have compatible AC adapters laying around). Are you kidding me, Korg? Where is the AC adapter? 6 batteries are not nearly enough for a synth enthusiast who uses this thing every day. Just include a power supply! Not many people have infinite amounts of alkaline batteries just laying around the house.

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This synth is a great option for beginners. I am a musician of 20+ years, mostly guitar, but this is my first synth. Awesome. Only down side is power supply is NOT included, comes with batteries.