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Korg iMS-20

Korg has unveiled a new app based on classic Korg synth instruments, the iMS-20 application which transforms users’ iPads into analog synth studios with a recreation of the Korg MS-20 semi-modular analog synth, along with a built-in 16-step analog sequencer, based on the Korg SQ-10.

A variety of additional new features, including an analog drum machine, mixer, dual Kaoss pads and direct access to the SoundCloud audio platform, makes this application ideal for electronic musicians.

 

Using Korg’s CMT (Component Modeling Technology) the iMS-20 replicates every aspect of the MS-20: the two Voltage Controlled Oscillators, Voltage Controlled Filters, two dynamic Envelope Generators and a Voltage Controlled Amplifier.  iMS-20 also features high-pass/low-pass self-oscillating filters with the same distortion elements that made these filters popular back in their day, and still coveted today.
The Korg SQ-10, also introduced in the late 1970s, is recreated for the iMS-20 app. Featuring 16 steps, this analog sequencer can produce either a series of pitches or create a cyclic pattern of control changes to the volume, panning, filter brightness and other synthesizer parameters. The iMS-20 version also includes new improvements not found on the original, such as control of notes, volume, pan, or synth/effect parameters. All of the SQ-10’s functionality, such as three channels of voltage control and six types of sequence modes, is also included.
The iMS-20 also features a six-part drum machine. By pressing the step buttons, drum parts can be created, with each hit having independent control of pitch and gate time. By using the seven-channel mixer, with several Insert effects, users can bring together the MS-20 and drum machine components to create full musical phrases.
The iMS-20 can function as a dynamic performance instrument as well. It is equipped with dual Kaoss pad control surfaces – one for note creation as made famous by Korg’s KAOSSILATOR, and one for manipulating parameter values in real-time, as found on Korg’s KAOSS series of effects processors.
Users can share their creativity via the SoundCloud integration feature. SoundCloud provides a way to publish songs or to collaborate on new music with friends anywhere in the world. Audio data exported by the iMS-20 app can be published and shared, and users can access the SoundCloud server right from within iMS-20 app.
Pricing & Availability

The Korg iMS-20 for iPad is available for download purchase from Apple’s App Store (inside the iTunes Store) for a special introductory price of $15.99 (USD) until January 31, 2011, after which point the app will be available for the regular price of $32.99.

 

For more information, including a full list of iMS-20 specifications, visit www.korg.com/ims20.

 

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