The KROME range has established itself as a reference for accessible workstations, appreciated for its inspiring sounds and straightforward handling. With the KROME EX, Korg delivers a true sonic refresh: a selection of new programs more in tune with today's productions, while retaining the "plug and play" spirit that made the series successful.
The Korg KROME EX targets keyboardists and producers seeking a versatile workstation to compose, arrange, and perform live without getting lost in complex menus. It suits both progressing musicians (thanks to the touchscreen interface and ready-to-play sounds) and experienced users looking for a broad palette for pop, electronic music, synthwave, ambient, film scoring, or hybrid productions blending acoustic and modern textures.
At the heart of the KROME EX is a sound-focused approach: rich and generously processed polyphonic programs, clear and precise synths, and new fundamentals to quickly cover a track from A to Z. The bank also expands with more characterful instruments like the steel pan, kalimba, and kokyu, not to mention sound effects with a Hollywood flair to enhance production impact.
The piano section receives special attention: the KROME EX includes new grand piano sounds recorded under the supervision of Seigen Ono, renowned for his DSD recording and mastering work. The result is a very expressive rendering, ideal for solo parts as well as fitting into a mix.
On the rhythm side, drums are a strong point for writing and arranging. The 48 preloaded kits rely on a massive collection of over 2,500 drum samples, and the Drum Tracks provide realistic grooves played by professionals: perfect for sparking an idea, thickening a chorus, or energizing a demo in moments.
Finally, editing and navigation are centralized via the large TouchView touchscreen: an interface designed to display multiple parameters simultaneously and maintain a fast creative flow, both in the studio and on stage.