Essential Information About the Korg wavestate Synthesizer
- Wave Sequencing 2.0 for evolving, rhythmic, and cinematic textures, with over 1,000 built-in Wave Sequences
- Up to 96 voices of polyphony and a 4-layer Performance architecture to stack, animate, and sculpt your sounds
- A ready-to-play library with more than 240 performances and 740 programs, plus ample space for your creations
- Full FX (Pre FX, Mod FX, Delay, Reverb) and a "DAW-style" workflow: changes are saved directly within the Performance
A "Wavestation" Legacy, Modern and Sound Design-Oriented
The
Korg wavestate follows the lineage of Korg instruments dedicated to moving pads and complex timbral sequences. Its
Wave Sequencing 2.0 engine modernizes the approach to "wave sequences" by making programming faster, more modular, and perfectly suited to current production needs. Within the Korg range, it is an obvious choice for those seeking a
digital synth crafted for atmospheres, pulses, and rich sonic transitions.
Who Is the wavestate For?
Ideal for
experienced musicians and sound designers, the wavestate excels in
ambient,
cinematic,
electronica,
melodic techno,
synthwave, and sound design applications. In the studio, it shines at building
living pads,
organic arpeggios, and evolving layers without multiplying tracks. On stage, its controllers and Performance logic enable expressive variations, morphing, and subtle movements, all while maintaining clear readability via the OLED screen.
Features and Innovations
Based on
sample playback and
Wave Sequencing synthesis, the wavestate organizes sound across several levels:
Performance (up to 4 layers with reverb and EQ),
Layers (program, arpeggiator, note, and velocity zones), and
Programs (Wave Sequence, Filter, Amp, and effect chains including Pre FX, Mod FX, and Delay). Modulation is a strong point: most parameters can be modulated, including individual steps of wave sequences, with potentially
over 1,000 destinations per Program depending on the Wave Sequence length. Controllers (pitch, modulation, X/Y vector joystick, modulation buttons) and sources (envelopes, LFOs, mod processors, lanes, triggers, MIDI CC) turn this synth into a true movement machine, from subtle groove to spectacular transformations.
Technical Specifications
Sound Engine and Synthesis
- Category: Digital Synthesizer
- Synthesis Type: Wave Sequencing
- Sound Generation System: Wave Sequencing 2.0
- Sound Generator: Sample Playback
- Max Polyphony: 96
- Envelope: ADSR
- LFO: 3
Sounds, Performances, and Memory
- Includes over 240 performances, 740 programs, and 1,000 Wave Sequences
- Number of presets: 240
- User memory slots: 740
- Storage for tens of thousands of user Performances
- Performance: 4 layers, reverb, EQ; all changes are stored within the Performance, DAW-style (saving as separate programs, wave sequences, etc. is supported but not required)
- Layers: Program, arpeggiator, note, and velocity zones
- Program: Wave Sequence, Filter, Amp, Pre FX, Mod FX, Delay
Filters
- Filters: Multiple modeling types
- 2-pole: LPF, HPF, BPF, Band Reject
- 4-pole: LPF, HPF, BPF, Band Reject
- Multi Filter
- MS-20 LPF, MS-20 HPF
- Polysix
Modulations and Controllers
- Controller: Pitchbend, Modulation
- Controllers: Modulation wheel, pitch wheel, X/Y vector joystick, 8x program/performance modulation buttons
- Other sources: 3x Envelopes, Vector Envelope, 3x LFOs, 2x Mod Processors, 2x Note Tracks, Step Sequencer Lane, Step Pulse, Tempo, Program/Performance Note Count, Program/Performance Voice Count, Poly Legato, Velocity, Exponential Velocity, Release Velocity, Gate/Gate+Damper, Note-On Trigger/Note-On Trigger+Damper, Note Number, Aftertouch/Poly Aftertouch (external MIDI only), MIDI CCs +/-, MIDI CCs +
- Destinations: Most parameters can be modulated, including individual wave sequence step parameters; depending on Wave Sequence length, there can be over 1,000 potential modulation targets per Program
Effects
- Number of effects: 14
- Pre FX: Decimator, Graphic EQ, Guitar Amp, Modern Compressor, Parametric EQ, Red Compressor, Ring Modulator, Tremolo, Wave Shaper
- Mod FX: Black Chorus/Flanger, Black Phaser, CX-3 Vibrato Chorus, EP Chorus, Harmonic Chorus, Modern Chorus, Modern Phaser, Orange Phaser, Polysix Ensemble, Small Phaser, Talk Modulator, Vintage Chorus, Vintage Flanger, Vintage/Custom Wah, Vox Wah
- Delay: L/C/R Delay, Multiband Modulation Delay, Reverse Delay, Stereo/Cross Delay, Tape Echo
- Reverb: Early Reflections, Overb
- Performance EQ: 4-band Parametric EQ
Sequencer and Arpeggiator
- Arpeggiator: Yes
- Sequencer: Yes
- Split & Layer: Layer
- Transposition: Yes
Display, Connectivity, and Audio
- Display: OLED
- Inputs: MIDI, USB MIDI
- Outputs: MIDI, Headphone, USB/MIDI, USB Type B
- L/MONO and R OUTPUTS (balanced 6.3 mm TRS jacks)
- DAMPER (6.3 mm phone jack)
Power Supply
- Power adapter (DC12V, 2500mA)
- Power consumption: 5 W
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions (mm): 565 x 338 x 92
- Weight (kg): 2.90 kg
Software and Accessories
- Included software: Korg Pack
- Included accessories: Quick start guide, power adapter
- Optional accessories (sold separately): DS-1H mute pedal, PS-1 sustain pedal, PS-3 sustain pedal
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