The Korg Monotron Duo is a compact, battery-powered analog synthesizer with a ribbon controller. It features two oscillators with tunable unison or interval settings and X-MOD circuit for added edge, a ribbon controller with scale selection, an analog filter from Korg’s classic MS-10 and MS-20 synths, and an aux input for filtering external audio sources. The built-in speaker and headphone output make it portable and versatile for live performance or private use. The device has five knobs, one switch, and a standby button for simple operation. With a weight of 95g and dimensions of 120mm x 72mm x 28mm, it’s easy to carry and enjoy analog sound anywhere.
Korg Monotron Duo Analog Ribbon Synthesizer
- Dual Oscillator: The Monotron Duo features two oscillators that can be tuned in unison or intervals to generate a rich, thick analog tone. The X-MOD circuit adds a sharp edge to the overall sound, ranging from a rich vibrato to metallic sounds reminiscent of an FM synth.
- Ribbon Controller: The ribbon controller keyboard features four scales – Chromatic, Major, Minor, or Off – to generate precise pitches or musically coherent phrases by sliding your finger around the keyboard.
- Korg Filtering: The Monotron Duo uses the same VCF circuit as Korg’s classic MS-10 and MS-20 semi-modular synthesizers. The VCF Cutoff knob sets the frequency or tone of the filter, while the VCF Peak knob adds emphasis, providing a powerful filter that dramatically alters and enriches the sound.
- Fully Patchable Filter: The input jack (AUX input) allows you to place any audio source into the signal path, directly before the analog filter. This provides a great way to connect a Kaossilator, a guitar, or a digital audio player to the Monotron and enjoy tone-bending filter effects.
- Compact and Portable: The Monotron Duo is a battery-powered, palm-sized analog synth with a miniature speaker built-in, allowing you to enjoy its analog synthesis sound anywhere, anytime. It also features a headphone output for private use and is lightweight, weighing only 95g without batteries.
| Synthesizer structure | 2 VCOs with X-Mod, 1 VCF |
|---|---|
| Switches | Standby / VCO1 / VCO1+2, Scale Select |
| Knobs | VCO1 Pitch, X-MOD Int., VCO2 Pitch, VCF Cutoff, VCF Peak |
| Controller | Ribbon Controller |
| Volume | Headphone Volume, Aux Input (1/8" Stereo Jack) |
| Output | Headphone Output (1/8" Stereo Jack), Miniature Internal Speaker (disabled with headphones) |
| Power Supply | AAA batteries (x2), recommended alkaline batteries |
| Battery Life | Approximately 8 hours (with alkaline batteries) |
| Dimensions | 120mm x 72mm x 28mm / 4.72" x 2.83" x 1.10" |
| Weight | 95g / 3.35 oz. (without batteries) |
| Accessories | AAA batteries x2 (for verifying operation) |
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