Introducing modules for KORG wavestate, opsix, and modwave!
The Korg opsix module at a glance
The opsix module from Korg deliberately presents itself as an Altered FM synthesizer, as its possibilities go far beyond FM synthesis and even include other forms of sound generation such as Filter FM and Wave Folder. A multimode filter with 11 filter models including the Korg classics MS-20 and Polysix. The sounds are given the finishing touches with the effects processor, which provides 30 cutting-edge effects for refinement or further alienation. The module version can be mounted in a 19" rack or used as a compact desktop unit. The synthesizer is factory-equipped with MIDI 2.0 and processes polyphonic aftertouch. Depending on the algorithm used, the instrument has up to 80 voices. Of course, the sounds within the opsix family are fully compatible with each other.
Sound generation deluxe
The Korg opsix module has six modes that cover more than the classic FM synthesis, which is exemplarily represented with 6 operators and 40 different algorithms. Other sound generation modes include ring modulation, filter, filter FM and Wave folder. The instrument benefits from a total of 23 waveforms including noise, which can be integrated into the sound generation forms as desired. Classic waveforms such as sawtooth and square are also included. A digital multimode filter, which offers no less than 11 different filter models including the Korg classics MS-20 and Polysix, is used to process the elaborately created basic sound. Each of the 500 sounds in the opsix module is given its final touch with the effects processor. 30 effects from the areas of reverb, delay, modulation, distortion and more can be used to perfection. Don't feel like exploring sounds yourself today? Let the randomize function inspire you: at the touch of a button, it rolls a completely new sound or refers to individual elements such as operators, algorithms or sequences.
Modulation & sequencer
In addition to the usual modulation sources such as velocity or polyphonic Aftertouch, three LFOs and three envelopes bring the already complex sounds to life. Anything that is not directly assigned or is to modulate more than one destination can be animated via the modulation matrix with twelve additional entries. The polyphonic step sequencer allows sequences up to 16 steps long and records up to six controller movements (motion sequence) in the pattern. A versatile adjustable arpeggiator acts as a further playing aid.
Special features
In the past, complex FM synthesizers in particular had to make do with a minimum of control elements, but the opsix module makes full use of them. This is very conducive to targeted sound creation and spontaneous changes can be made literally in the blink of an eye. The Display can also work as a spectrum analyzer or oscilloscope. The former displays simplified levels, frequency bands and the overtone structure, while the oscilloscope mode displays the final waveform visually.
The module
The module version offers all the features of the button models, but as a desktop-compatible 19" rack unit, it takes up very little space. Mounted in the rack, 4 HU must be kept free; no extra space is required for the cables as the connections are recessed in the housing. There are two installation angles on the table, which vary when the rack ears are mounted upside down.
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