One of many INCREDIBLE synthesizers for cheap that are on the market currently... Was interested in the original back in like 2010, and never would have expected Korg to re-release the machine, but synth dreams DO come true apparently! hahah
People use it for bass, leads, singing sounds (the MS series is great at that), drums, unique atmospheric sounds, sequencing, sound effects, processing other synths/instruments...it's a fantastic synth that does a lot that most synths can't, and the high and low pass filters are the coolest part of any synth ever (yes, even cooler than Moog's ladder filter). And don't forget the ESP!
I have a Korg MS-20 synth emulation keyboard as part of the Korg Legacy Software. The software is a GREAT plug-in for Cakewalk SONAR, Pro Tools, and many more Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). I fount this video extremely valuable as a practical hands-on help on better understanding the knob controls of the MS-20, which can be formidable to learn. Thanks to you, Ujiie San! Regarding those criticizing this video, it's a free world! If it does not talk to you, go elsewhere and no harm done!
`Cause this words come from English directly. But more right -> "Hai Passu Firuta" (usually no letter and sounds "L" in Japanese) Also "Ro Passu Firuta" (LPF), Porutamento, Furekenshi Mojureshon (FM), Enberoppu Genereta (LFO), Sanpuru Horudo (Sample Hold), Suwichi (Switch) and etc.))
I've learnt more about the architecture of this thing from a guy using one English word in every forty than from any number of articles. Wish I'd had him as a teacher in school.
had this synth for a short time untill i realised that the unit i had was damaged manufacture line, i i returned it and picked up the korg minilogue instead
Korg Ms-20 Mini as colourful as the classic MS-20! Nice video! Greetz from Gent (East-Flanders). Here in my studio I have a classic MS-10.Also a great soundmachine!
Wie immer eine geniale Review vom genialen Herrn Ujiie! Korg erkennt wie kein anderer die Zeichen der Zeit, diesmal mit bezahlbarer Analogtechnik. Bin gespannt, ob sie das Wagnis auch mit anderen Klassikern eingehen. Ach, weil ich es oben lese, Translate-Funktion in Deutsch, ein echter Brüller! ^^
That would be the day. I bet they won't re-release any old stuff but there's still a chance they might do something to compete with what KORG is putting out. I would absolutely die if they brought out any old SH or JP or even Juno 60.
From what I understand this one will have a midi in there's no need for the old style sequencers. It's using midi to trigger the sounds, but its using analog to actually create the sound. IF that really is the case then it will be the best of both worlds.
lol I agree that this is COMPLETELY different but I got to admit that the OP1 impressed me at NAMM. Its everything you'll ever need (drum sampler, recorder, synthesizer, effects processor, and mixer) in a tiny package. Considering that, the price isnt too ridiculous. That being said I dont want an OP1..... I want this.
Totally agree.. I still use my old Roland MKB-200 controllers and Juno 60, but get upset when they keep putting out the same digital sound engines in packages that try to look like the old Junos / Jupiters and give them the same names. Roland lost its edge in synths 20 years ago.. IMHO. If I am using a digital synth I prefer the KORGs anyway and use Moog and Doepfer for analog. KORG really kept this MS-20 so close to the original Great Job KORG!
I TOTALLY agree. But synth people have ripped me for saying that in the past, saying to "get with the times." If it's too expensive to make, they should partner with Arturia and make a dedicated controller for the Jupiter 8V or something...because I've heard a lot of folks say it's the next best thing to having a real Jupiter. Korg, Moog & Dave Smith seem to be the only people "getting the point."
But this is the price that the dealers in the U.K. are selling it for, so there are no added fees. I assume it's not manufactured in the U.S.A. so it doesn't really make sense that it would cost THAT much more in Europe does it? Also, sorry, I didn't really understand the second part of what you said
A 106 is only about $500. They couldn't sell it for less than that. But they could probably make a Jupiter 8 reissue for a little over $1,000 if they wanted to. And maybe a 303 for $350. And SH-101 for $500. And some new designs based on their amazing old analogs.
I bought a used one and I am totally happy with it. It has a bit to much noise on the headphones, but nothing you analog freaks would hate. I think you love noise? ;) btw. I love analog gear like Moog and modular stuff. But Korg goes the easy way of repackaing and selling what they already have done. The Volcas are a bit more interesting, but I would buy Euro rack modules instead.
bad reply to a guy who gives his opinion. For many people analog machines sound is very "raw" and rough and That is a true. I think he deserves a respect because he feels very well making music with his Op-1. Why not ? its a very funny and versatile instrument. Analog machines has a problem in my opinion : sounds are very RAW and rough and most of them (except analog four ) has no versatile posibilities . Sometimes the musician needs more than make music : he need to have fun making music !
Seems like this thing only has two oscillators and no sub osc. Does it's extra features make up for this compared to say, the Minimoog? It's a lot cheaper than the Minimoog which is great. It's great that more people can afford analog these days with the Minibrute, this mini 20 et al.
Well, two oscillators are more than enough to create fat bass lines. As to the minimoog.. you can't really compare the two, because their sonic characteristics are way too different an MS 20 is a lot more aggressive and will always cut through a mix. it does not have the distinctive "thump" of a moog, but a lot more bite and grit. A synth with a more moog -ish touch is the bassstation 2 at least when you play the classic filter in lp mode with 24db/oct slope and the overdrive cranked. BTW : the bs 2 has a sub, but the best bass patches are those wich use the sub very little or not at all. A suboscillator is good on synths with a single oscillator design, on synths with 2 or more oscillators it isn't all that useful imho
Hey I agree with you except the part about the Roland JP8 reissue for a little over 1k..No way that could be done simply because the components & hardware used in analog is much more expensive than digital.Have you ever looked under the hood of a JP8 Prophet5 or OBXa?Theres a ton of stuff in there& TomOberheim himself once told me that to produce a fully analog poly synth today would be expensive & have to be priced above what the average musician can pay-just to cover its costs.. just saying..
What is new in guitars (Moog?), or drums (Simmons?) in the last 35 years? Plus the immediacy of analogue (and the patching) leads to new sounds in peoples minds...
ofcourse i could hook up a laptop running ableton, but i just like the feel u get when using the analog way.. plus.. when the laptop crashes,... there goes the midi.... so, a analog style seqeuncer would be a great addition in my opinion,.. anddddd think tons of more fun then clickin with a mouse
That's a harsh way of saying it, but it's true. Then again, how do you really compare the OP-1 with the MS-20? They both lean towards the toy end of things, but one is analog by heart and the other very much digital (apart from the filter FX and spring reverb there are no VA tendencies in the OP-1 at all). So stay away from Urban outfitters and get both instead :-P
There is no replacement for the MS-20 but there are other synths that can do the Polysix if you want to. Here's hoping they would re-release the Monopoly, priced maybe just below $1k. Yeah, analogs for all!
I went for the bass station 2 over this. I will get this in time. I thought my Sub Phatty would come first, alas looks like Novation will be getting theirs out first. Love the MS20 though, you can do some mad modulation setups once you get patching.
With all the stuff Korg is making for so cheap, including the new 3 voice, fully analog poly for $150, I'm sure Roland could do it for about $1,500. And Roland is a huge company with a lot of factories so they can make things a lot cheaper than Tom Oberhiem could (but an Oberheim would probably be better quality).
You also prefer 60W light bulbs over 4W LEDs? ;) If Korg had made something like an Alesis Andromeda A6 I would speak very highly of Korg. But a MS-20 copy? How lame is that? They are after the easy money.
Now Roland should remake the Juno 106 or 60. The REAL Juno, not that other stuff they put out and slap Jupiter or Juno on and price the shit out of just because of the name! Korg is onto something good here re-releasing a treasure like this!
Actually he is one of my go-to online teachers. Sometimes I just watch his vids to learn a few synth licks and chords and try them out myself! He's got a very original and innovative style!
Helo sir good day im tonix art from Phillipines I making music with korg ims 20 app in iPad I have more video post in my facebook ang RUclips channel i hope you like it
Trolling? That´s a Totschlag-Argument we call it here in Germany. The filter has obviously not one but multiple frequencies were the amplitude gets cut. Unpredictable behaviour. If you like that, go for it. I would prefer a Bassstation from Novation instead. And the MS20 has not even velocity sensitve keys, no memory bank and PWM. So what is it really good for? My Little Phatty is much more advanced and sounds much better and did only cost 250,- € more (used).
I own a Moog Little Phatty, so in fact I like analog sound. But digital virtual analog (Arturia vCollection) also sound analog. And MS20 really sounds cheap without any kind of effect.
Uhh... So I set up the patch he plays at around 12:00 and it was really fun etc. And then the sound died altogether. I removed all patch cables and reset all the knobs and still no sound. Surely she isn't dead!?
I want to buy my first hardware synth for shits and giggles just to mess around with it. Should I go for this or MicroKorg? Microkorg is cheaper and also polyphonic but this one looks savage.
This is analog, the microkorg isn't, I'd say the microkorg is a lot more versatile but a little confusing especially to newer synth people, also the MS-20 is an MS-20 :)
why does this MS20mini not have the loud hissy/breathy noise that mine has on all the sounds??? The MS20mini I got makes loud noise whenever I press a key. :(
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I love this guy's vids. Don't understand a word he says, but the sounds he makes with synths speak for themselves.
I come here first for new kit demos.
Regardless of language, he's one of the best, and can play many styles. He inspires!
One of many INCREDIBLE synthesizers for cheap that are on the market currently... Was interested in the original back in like 2010, and never would have expected Korg to re-release the machine, but synth dreams DO come true apparently! hahah
Your videos are always so informative, fun, creative, and captivating.
This man explains the functions of the synth in such a pedagogic way.. Awesome!!!
People use it for bass, leads, singing sounds (the MS series is great at that), drums, unique atmospheric sounds, sequencing, sound effects, processing other synths/instruments...it's a fantastic synth that does a lot that most synths can't, and the high and low pass filters are the coolest part of any synth ever (yes, even cooler than Moog's ladder filter). And don't forget the ESP!
I have a Korg MS-20 synth emulation keyboard as part of the Korg Legacy Software. The software is a GREAT plug-in for Cakewalk SONAR, Pro Tools, and many more Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). I fount this video extremely valuable as a practical hands-on help on better understanding the knob controls of the MS-20, which can be formidable to learn. Thanks to you, Ujiie San! Regarding those criticizing this video, it's a free world! If it does not talk to you, go elsewhere and no harm done!
this synth is great I'm getting it later on, it's my chance to finally have an analog synth
Very good demo. Now I miss my old Korg.
Wow never knew "High Pass Filter" in japanese was HAI PAS FIL TA!!
+carboGP don't forget about SAMPRU AND AH HOLD OH 11:01
`Cause this words come from English directly.
But more right -> "Hai Passu Firuta" (usually no letter and sounds "L" in Japanese)
Also "Ro Passu Firuta" (LPF), Porutamento, Furekenshi Mojureshon (FM), Enberoppu Genereta (LFO), Sanpuru Horudo (Sample Hold), Suwichi (Switch) and etc.))
hi hi hi !
😂
I've learnt more about the architecture of this thing from a guy using one English word in every forty than from any number of articles. Wish I'd had him as a teacher in school.
I want to become this guys apprentice and learn his ways
Agree, he should totally make online tutorials for synth! Chord and music theory etc. and how to program synths etc!
+DoctorEq then we all could be his apprentices
+DoctorEq although this video kind of doubles as a tutorial as well
had this synth for a short time untill i realised that the unit i had was damaged manufacture line, i i returned it and picked up the korg minilogue instead
thanks for the great demo and review!
The MS-20 mini rocks! such a versatile and great sounding synth!
Played with one of these in a music shop for hours, great synth!
Korg Ms-20 Mini as colourful as the classic MS-20! Nice video! Greetz from Gent (East-Flanders). Here in my studio I have a classic MS-10.Also a great soundmachine!
Sanpuruuuu & horudooo ❤
His reviews usually get subtitled in english after a couple of weeks. Look out for the [CC:] version.
Wie immer eine geniale Review vom genialen Herrn Ujiie! Korg erkennt wie kein anderer die Zeichen der Zeit, diesmal mit bezahlbarer Analogtechnik. Bin gespannt, ob sie das Wagnis auch mit anderen Klassikern eingehen. Ach, weil ich es oben lese, Translate-Funktion in Deutsch, ein echter Brüller! ^^
There is a massive demand for this, so much so that the launch date is pushed back so I think Roland will probably start to take note at some stage.
That would be the day. I bet they won't re-release any old stuff but there's still a chance they might do something to compete with what KORG is putting out. I would absolutely die if they brought out any old SH or JP or even Juno 60.
Impressive synth, impressive demo. Thanks.
Будущее за FM-синтезом :) Хотя прелести тембров и возможностей данного инструмента это не отменяет.
This sounds amazing omg.
I love Japan, always such nice, wise and clever people
really good sound!
From what I understand this one will have a midi in there's no need for the old style sequencers. It's using midi to trigger the sounds, but its using analog to actually create the sound. IF that really is the case then it will be the best of both worlds.
lol I agree that this is COMPLETELY different but I got to admit that the OP1 impressed me at NAMM. Its everything you'll ever need (drum sampler, recorder, synthesizer, effects processor, and mixer) in a tiny package. Considering that, the price isnt too ridiculous. That being said I dont want an OP1..... I want this.
Can't wait for more reissue analogs. Roland too!
Totally agree.. I still use my old Roland MKB-200 controllers and Juno 60, but get upset when they keep putting out the same digital sound engines in packages that try to look like the old Junos / Jupiters and give them the same names. Roland lost its edge in synths 20 years ago.. IMHO. If I am using a digital synth I prefer the KORGs anyway and use Moog and Doepfer for analog. KORG really kept this MS-20 so close to the original Great Job KORG!
reminds me of some of the sounds on Radiohead's "Palo Alto".
what a crazy demo, yeah!
English sub-title is available now.
I TOTALLY agree. But synth people have ripped me for saying that in the past, saying to "get with the times." If it's too expensive to make, they should partner with Arturia and make a dedicated controller for the Jupiter 8V or something...because I've heard a lot of folks say it's the next best thing to having a real Jupiter. Korg, Moog & Dave Smith seem to be the only people "getting the point."
But this is the price that the dealers in the U.K. are selling it for, so there are no added fees. I assume it's not manufactured in the U.S.A. so it doesn't really make sense that it would cost THAT much more in Europe does it? Also, sorry, I didn't really understand the second part of what you said
that synth is the easiest to modulate i learned everything i know about synths on this bad boy!!
I’m actually shocked the Doepfer A100 basic System never got reviewed here.
Please include english subtitles when possible, thanks for the videos!
Truly amazing combo! Now I want both! >.
You can use MIDI to sequence of course... But - analogue step sequencers are way way more fun.
A 106 is only about $500. They couldn't sell it for less than that. But they could probably make a Jupiter 8 reissue for a little over $1,000 if they wanted to. And maybe a 303 for $350. And SH-101 for $500. And some new designs based on their amazing old analogs.
Love the noise!
the same way as Wendy Carlos did on a modular MOOG with her early recordings.. chords by playing the monophonic according notes on different tracks..
I bought a used one and I am totally happy with it. It has a bit to much noise on the headphones, but nothing you analog freaks would hate. I think you love noise? ;) btw. I love analog gear like Moog and modular stuff. But Korg goes the easy way of repackaing and selling what they already have done. The Volcas are a bit more interesting, but I would buy Euro rack modules instead.
bad reply to a guy who gives his opinion. For many people analog machines sound is very "raw" and rough and That is a true. I think he deserves a respect because he feels very well making music with his Op-1. Why not ? its a very funny and versatile instrument. Analog machines has a problem in my opinion : sounds are very RAW and rough and most of them (except analog four ) has no versatile posibilities . Sometimes the musician needs more than make music : he need to have fun making music !
... Speechless
Seems like this thing only has two oscillators and no sub osc. Does it's extra features make up for this compared to say, the Minimoog? It's a lot cheaper than the Minimoog which is great. It's great that more people can afford analog these days with the Minibrute, this mini 20 et al.
Well, two oscillators are more than enough to create fat bass lines. As to the minimoog.. you can't really compare the two, because their sonic characteristics are way too different an MS 20 is a lot more aggressive and will always cut through a mix. it does not have the distinctive "thump" of a moog, but a lot more bite and grit. A synth with a more moog -ish touch is the bassstation 2 at least when you play the classic filter in lp mode with 24db/oct slope and the overdrive cranked. BTW : the bs 2 has a sub, but the best bass patches are those wich use the sub very little or not at all. A suboscillator is good on synths with a single oscillator design, on synths with 2 or more oscillators it isn't all that useful imho
amazing analog!
Hey I agree with you except the part about the Roland JP8 reissue for a little over 1k..No way that could be done simply because the components & hardware used in analog is much more expensive than digital.Have you ever looked under the hood of a JP8 Prophet5 or OBXa?Theres a ton of stuff in there& TomOberheim himself once told me that to produce a fully analog poly synth today would be expensive & have to be priced above what the average musician can pay-just to cover its costs.. just saying..
From the U.S.A., yes, but they don't allow international postage
What is new in guitars (Moog?), or drums (Simmons?) in the last 35 years?
Plus the immediacy of analogue (and the patching) leads to new sounds in peoples minds...
that is a lovely scarf you have :)
Gotta own this!
cool performance
the range on this shit is crazyyyyy
Love the dialup.
I had the original, great video! very interesting!
It's definitely a great noise machine.
See, we almost believed you weren't trolling up until the filters bit.
ofcourse i could hook up a laptop running ableton, but i just like the feel u get when using the analog way.. plus.. when the laptop crashes,... there goes the midi.... so, a analog style seqeuncer would be a great addition in my opinion,.. anddddd think tons of more fun then clickin with a mouse
マジ欲しいなこのシンセ！Nice video ! ありがとうございます！
That's a harsh way of saying it, but it's true. Then again, how do you really compare the OP-1 with the MS-20? They both lean towards the toy end of things, but one is analog by heart and the other very much digital (apart from the filter FX and spring reverb there are no VA tendencies in the OP-1 at all). So stay away from Urban outfitters and get both instead :-P
There is no replacement for the MS-20 but there are other synths that can do the Polysix if you want to. Here's hoping they would re-release the Monopoly, priced maybe just below $1k. Yeah, analogs for all!
..and then whips out the dark energy, this guy is sick
I went for the bass station 2 over this. I will get this in time. I thought my Sub Phatty would come first, alas looks like Novation will be getting theirs out first. Love the MS20 though, you can do some mad modulation setups once you get patching.
thx for sharing!
最高！ 僕も早く弄りたい。
There is a Sudbury in Ontario, Canada.
With all the stuff Korg is making for so cheap, including the new 3 voice, fully analog poly for $150, I'm sure Roland could do it for about $1,500. And Roland is a huge company with a lot of factories so they can make things a lot cheaper than Tom Oberhiem could (but an Oberheim would probably be better quality).
You also prefer 60W light bulbs over 4W LEDs? ;) If Korg had made something like an Alesis Andromeda A6 I would speak very highly of Korg. But a MS-20 copy? How lame is that? They are after the easy money.
Amen!
increible
For not much more you can have a Moog Little Phatty. Stick to Korg for Digital workstations and Moog for true analog sound
best synth ever
COOL!!!
瘋狂的聲音！
12:13 swear he says "Hold on boss" XD
Now Roland should remake the Juno 106 or 60. The REAL Juno, not that other stuff they put out and slap Jupiter or Juno on and price the shit out of just because of the name! Korg is onto something good here re-releasing a treasure like this!
This tool is good only for fun or experimental music.
MS20 - really k!ng of synthesis...
Great video! Really helpful! And with a perfect dosage of enthusiasm :)
Actually he is one of my go-to online teachers. Sometimes I just watch his vids to learn a few synth licks and chords and try them out myself! He's got a very original and innovative style!
Helo sir good day im tonix art from Phillipines I making music with korg ims 20 app in iPad I have more video post in my facebook ang RUclips channel i hope you like it
this synthesizers is good for Psytrance's Bassline and FX's
YES! I remember analog.
please KORG, make a analog sequencer for this beauty,.. like the SQ10 but with 16 steps instead of 12.. please, please, pleaseeeeeee
I love your vids!!!
indeed. And that's the mos tinsidious thing of all. like poison at too low a concentration to detect til it's too late.
0:13:21 - Shit got just real!
Trolling? That´s a Totschlag-Argument we call it here in Germany.
The filter has obviously not one but multiple frequencies were the amplitude gets cut. Unpredictable behaviour. If you like that, go for it. I would prefer a Bassstation from Novation instead. And the MS20 has not even velocity sensitve keys, no memory bank and PWM. So what is it really good for? My Little Phatty is much more advanced and sounds much better and did only cost 250,- € more (used).
I own a Moog Little Phatty, so in fact I like analog sound. But digital
virtual analog (Arturia vCollection) also sound analog. And MS20 really sounds cheap without any kind of effect.
sounds great!!! can't understand a word he's saying but he's a funny man!
How will changing my shopping behaviour solve this issue?-are you saying I should shop in another continent or something?
Uhh... So I set up the patch he plays at around 12:00 and it was really fun etc. And then the sound died altogether. I removed all patch cables and reset all the knobs and still no sound. Surely she isn't dead!?
More Doepfer reviews please!
An SH-5 would be more complicated. But an SH-2 would be a nice compromise.
I want to buy my first hardware synth for shits and giggles just to mess around with it. Should I go for this or MicroKorg? Microkorg is cheaper and also polyphonic but this one looks savage.
***** If you have the money, you should take the MS-20 mini. All these knobs will make your learning about subtractive synthesis easier!
This is analog, the microkorg isn't, I'd say the microkorg is a lot more versatile but a little confusing especially to newer synth people, also the MS-20 is an MS-20 :)
i'm in the same boat and i'm going microkorg. smaller investment, presets, wealth of tutorials out there, etc
Nunca mais o som será o mesmo...
すばらしい！
why does this MS20mini not have the loud hissy/breathy noise that mine has on all the sounds??? The MS20mini I got makes loud noise whenever I press a key. :(
resonate your filters much?