@@PhattySub to be honest I like the microkorg but it just can get a bit annoying to program, I’ve since bought minibruit 2 and I find it so much more fun but only thing is you can’t save patches
Such an iconic synth... and a good tutorial, too! I tried an original Microkorg back in 2010 or so, and enjoyed it. So I bought one... but got the XL version since it was newer and had a more powerful engine. Oops. I didn't realize how bad the interface was, or how much that mattered. It's virtually unusable for patch creation purposes, so it's pretty much limited to only presets. I should have gotten an Ultranova instead, or a Blofeld, or even a Korg R3. They were around at the same time and were much better. If I was starting today though, I'd go for something else. The Bass Station II is a good option as a starter synth... or the Microfreak. Or for something nicer, a Hydrasynth desktop is both easy and incredibly deep. Or for learning, a Microbrute or Minibrute 2 is easy and educational (though not terribly practical since it can't load patches). Anyway, you got the good one. There's a reason the original Microkorg is the best-selling synth in history.
@@liuchaquan The Hydrasynth Explorer and Arturia Minifreak are both great options these days. At least, that's what I would probably get. A synth is kind of secondary to a tool to record and arrange sounds though, so I'd go for that type of core tool first, before getting a synth. My favorite one is the Akai Force, but it really depends on what your goals are.
Very good demo of its most important features! Im owning one for years and there is even more to know about. There are some hidden mysteries left for me.
Thanks for this very good tutorial. You're so freakin fast haha.. the Micro Korg is one of the best pieces I have ever bought. I;m a guitarist, and I don;t even use that many boxes. I try to leave the tech department to others, but I love Micro Korg, and I love what it can do. I realize now, I have been using, maybe only 15% of the synth.
Holy crap you REALLY KNOW synths. You have me really excited as to what it can do. Would you recommend this as my first synth for learning synthesis? Thank you so much for an excellent review.
Brilliant tutorial Dude, would love to see more about creating multi timbre/layered sounds also editing/storing the vocorder creations ...Thank you for uploading this 10/10
I hate you for teaching me how to program the MicroKorg. It was one of the last areas of mystery, peril and intrigue in my life now it's just something I know well enough to teach to someone else. You took something beautiful and spiritual away from me and replaced it with confident and competent understanding. My brain is now full of forbidden knowledge, yet my soul has emptied. You absolute monster.
On the ms2000 which shares an identical sound engine you can use its mod sequencer to modulate the digital waveform selection, very interesting results.
hi, i just hope someone to see this and help me. i can’t adjust the digital waveform. after i chose dwgs its just three line on the edit 2 sections, i can’t choose the program or anything. how can i fix this
Haha, the buttons have been a weak point on Korg's since the 80s (they can be fixed though, often just oxidised contacts). The MicroKorg must have something going for it, its coming up to 20 years in production! I had no idea that this little guy had the Korg DW Series waveforms in in- cool! I think this synth has unfairly been associated with hipsters/posers, but who cares about that? All that matters is the SOUND!
Hi friend, I bought a microkorg to learn, and I think you teach perfect, is it possible for you to make videos teaching the notes as chords? something basic, to take the first steps. If you have obvious time
It was my beginner synth-- but I didn't really understand how it worked until I got a korg MS20 mini. I would recommend a monosynth like the korg ms20 or the arturia microbrute to a beginner who wants to learn synthesis, and the microkorg for a beginner looking to use synth presets -- both are completely valid in my book! The microkorg is, as mentioned in the video, a 21st century synth legend. :)
The Microkorg is probably the best thing I ever bought in my 39 years of life.
This is the best tutorial I’ve watched on this synthesiser, its so hard to remember every parameter but it will be worth it in long run
I agree. THE BEST ONE on the internet.
@@PhattySub to be honest I like the microkorg but it just can get a bit annoying to program, I’ve since bought minibruit 2 and I find it so much more fun but only thing is you can’t save patches
Amen
I can't believe all the bad press the MicroKorg gets. You won't find any synth better at this price point. Absolutely awesome tutorial.
What negative press
Amazing tutorial! Makes me want to get one and then come back to watch again. I hope you’ll make more videos!
Such an iconic synth... and a good tutorial, too! I tried an original Microkorg back in 2010 or so, and enjoyed it. So I bought one... but got the XL version since it was newer and had a more powerful engine. Oops. I didn't realize how bad the interface was, or how much that mattered. It's virtually unusable for patch creation purposes, so it's pretty much limited to only presets. I should have gotten an Ultranova instead, or a Blofeld, or even a Korg R3. They were around at the same time and were much better.
If I was starting today though, I'd go for something else. The Bass Station II is a good option as a starter synth... or the Microfreak. Or for something nicer, a Hydrasynth desktop is both easy and incredibly deep. Or for learning, a Microbrute or Minibrute 2 is easy and educational (though not terribly practical since it can't load patches).
Anyway, you got the good one. There's a reason the original Microkorg is the best-selling synth in history.
oh wow thank you for saving me from almost buying an XL!
@@liuchaquan The Hydrasynth Explorer and Arturia Minifreak are both great options these days. At least, that's what I would probably get.
A synth is kind of secondary to a tool to record and arrange sounds though, so I'd go for that type of core tool first, before getting a synth. My favorite one is the Akai Force, but it really depends on what your goals are.
Great Job explaining this synth!
Very good demo of its most important features! Im owning one for years and there is even more to know about. There are some hidden mysteries left for me.
Thanks for this very good tutorial. You're so freakin fast haha.. the Micro Korg is one of the best pieces I have ever bought. I;m a guitarist, and I don;t even use that many boxes. I try to leave the tech department to others, but I love Micro Korg, and I love what it can do. I realize now, I have been using, maybe only 15% of the synth.
Korg's Boss told me they are currently working on a new firmware update.
Any minute now!
any second!
Thanks for the review!
Brilliant vid .. The MK is the fender P of the keyboard world
Thank you so much for this great help with the Microkorg!
Holy crap you REALLY KNOW synths.
You have me really excited as to what it can do.
Would you recommend this as my first synth for learning synthesis?
Thank you so much for an excellent review.
Dude you're so good! This is the best Microkorg basics/tutorial i've watched in all YT! Congrats and thanks for share it with us! Keep doing this!
Thanks a lot!
Brilliant tutorial Dude, would love to see more about creating multi timbre/layered sounds also editing/storing the vocorder creations ...Thank you for uploading this 10/10
I hate you for teaching me how to program the MicroKorg. It was one of the last areas of mystery, peril and intrigue in my life now it's just something I know well enough to teach to someone else. You took something beautiful and spiritual away from me and replaced it with confident and competent understanding. My brain is now full of forbidden knowledge, yet my soul has emptied. You absolute monster.
preach
On the ms2000 which shares an identical sound engine you can use its mod sequencer to modulate the digital waveform selection, very interesting results.
That on of the sadest lac of the micro Korg. But i deeply love this synth
great review. Fast paced, full of good info. Top job..thanks
Thank you!
Love the microKORG! And this review is excellent. Very nice content.
Looks absolutely amazing for sound effects....
Brilliant, great explanation of the features many thanks
Having it it's a privilege
whats the preset you used at 39 seconds and chord progression
Very good!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Great demo
Is it plug and play? I mean can you use it without computer? Unlike MIDI controller it doesnt have a sound without computer
Yes, this is a synth. It creates it's own sounds and doesn't need a computer.
You will need to connect it to an amplifier and speakers though.
quarantine synth of choice at the time?
hi, i just hope someone to see this and help me.
i can’t adjust the digital waveform. after i chose dwgs its just three line on the edit 2 sections, i can’t choose the program or anything. how can i fix this
Very nice video, keep it up
Thank you!
Really good job
Haha, the buttons have been a weak point on Korg's since the 80s (they can be fixed though, often just oxidised contacts). The MicroKorg must have something going for it, its coming up to 20 years in production!
I had no idea that this little guy had the Korg DW Series waveforms in in- cool! I think this synth has unfairly been associated with hipsters/posers, but who cares about that? All that matters is the SOUND!
Hi friend, I bought a microkorg to learn, and I think you teach perfect, is it possible for you to make videos teaching the notes as chords? something basic, to take the first steps. If you have obvious time
thanks for the video
brilliant thanks man I subbed
Great video! Thanks!
Hell yeah had one in 20013
🙌💯💯💯💯💯💯🙌 Thank you so much that was awesome
Thanks a lot I did my best!
Some say the Mininova is a copy of the Microkorg but apart from the Vocada and the size/shape they are nothing like each other.
I have a Microkorg, and I would love a Mininova.
What does "Vocada" mean??
Good tutorial 👍😊thank for subtitles , if also traductor Spanish , super better ... LOL
I'm thinking of buying one, do you think it's perfect for a beginner like me?
It was my beginner synth-- but I didn't really understand how it worked until I got a korg MS20 mini. I would recommend a monosynth like the korg ms20 or the arturia microbrute to a beginner who wants to learn synthesis, and the microkorg for a beginner looking to use synth presets -- both are completely valid in my book! The microkorg is, as mentioned in the video, a 21st century synth legend. :)
get a Minilogue. Best synth to learn on. If you like trance music get a JP-8000, it's good to learn on too.
@@thefastandthefurious1 I second that
Thanks for answering, I'll take a look at the synths that you named me.
@@vibrantdragon3123 hey :) did you decide which one to get?
Nothing about Vocoder ? ((
Make more videos maaan
I'd like to, but have no time unfortunately:(
@@dudewhereismysynth9844 We'll be here for your next one! :)
Great tutorial. Depends on your religion...hilarious
Does it have speakers?
Mateus Mena microkorg S has it
Узнаю по акценту и по построению фраз русского :)
Clearly voiced over
And?
@@paulbogle8161 unwatchable
@@alexanderallegra432 you watched it
прошу такой видос на русском языке 🙏
Brilliant..! You beat me to it lol
Thanks a lot) Subscribed on your channel )
@@dudewhereismysynth9844 Many thanks man..!