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10-26-11 – MIDI Implementationall:Korg_Apps_MIDI_Implementation.zip MIDI Implementation
This is the MIDI Implementation for Korg’s iMS20 app, iElectribe, iElectribe Gorillaz Edition, and SyncKontrol.
 A complete recreation of the legendary MS-20 analog synth
Ever since the MS-20 first went on sale way back in 1978, this monophonic synthesizer has enjoyed unbroken popularity for its thick and solid sound, aggressive analog filters, and inexhaustible potential for creative patching – as well as for its distinctive design. Using the same proprietary CMT (Component Modeling Technology) that Korg used to create their Legacy Collection software, the KORG iMS-20 completely replicates every aspect of the legendary original MS-20; the 2 Voltage Controlled Oscillators, Voltage Controlled Filters, 2 dynamic Envelope Generators and a Voltage Controlled Amplifier. Just as on the original MS-20, the iMS-20 features high-pass/low-pass self-oscillating filters with the unique distortion elements that made these filters so popular.
Built-in 16-step analog sequencer to control the sound
In addition to the MS-20, the Korg SQ-10 was also introduced in the same year. Featuring 12 steps, this analog sequencer could produce either a series of pitches, or create a cyclic pattern of control changes to the volume, panning, filter brightness, or other synthesizer parameters. The KORG iMS-20 provides a 16-step analog sequencer that has been designed based on this SQ-10. It features new improvements not found on the original analog sequencer, such as easy control of notes, volume and pan, or synth/effect parameters, plus all of the SQ-10's classic and unique functionality such as three-channels of voltage control and six types of sequence modes. The infinite possibilities that arose from patching the SQ-10 and MS-20 together are once again available for today's creative artists.
Music production studio with the MS-20 mono synth, a six-part drum machine, and a mixer
KORG iMS-20 was designed as a music production tool with conceptual input from Nobuyoshi “sanodg” Sano of DETUNE ltd., renowned as the producer of "KORG DS-10 for Nintendo DS." In addition to the MS-20 synthesizer and SQ-10 sequencer mentioned above, the iMS-20 completes your sound design and synthesizer studio by introducing a six-part drum machine. By simply pressing the step buttons, basic or intricate drum parts can be quickly created, with each hit having independent control of pitch and gate time! Create up to sixteen patterns and arrange them to create a song. Impressively, the sounds of this drum machine are also created using a built-in MS-20. Using the seven-channel mixer – complete with VU metering – you can add in one of the 14 Effects; anything from BPM sync’d delay to an exotic grain-shifter or decimator. Template patterns are provided for a variety of musical styles. Put it all together and the KORG iMS-20 offers everything you need to create high-quality music productions.
Kaoss Pad function allows intuitive performance and control
In addition to being a complete electronic music production studio, the KORG iMS-20 can be a dynamic performance instrument as well. The iMS-20 is equipped with dual Kaoss pad control surfaces – one for generating musical phrases, as found on Korg’s KAOSSILATOR; the other for changing parameter values! There is no need for you to know music theory or instrumental technique; the phrases you imagine (or new phrases you cannot imagine!) will flow naturally from your fingertips.
Publish and share your iMS-20 songs online with the SoundCloud audio platform
SoundCloud (soundcloud.com) is a great way to share your musical enjoyment with other people; you can use it to publish your own songs, or to collaborate on songs with friends and people anywhere in the world. Fun, simple, and easy to use, SoundCloud has become a standard for music professionals to distribute and share their creations online. With the cooperation of SoundCloud Ltd., audio data exported by KORG iMS-20 and its song data can now be quickly published and shared anywhere on the web. For example, you can post your creation on Facebook; let your friends listen and invite them to make their own music. The best part is that you can access the SoundCloud server right from within iMS-20, making it easy to publish and share data.
*You will need to register for a SoundCloud account in order to publish data on SoundCloud. A variety of choices are available, ranging from a free account that allows up to two hours of data to be uploaded to a paid account that allows unlimited time. For details, refer to the SoundCloud website: soundcloud.com (English only) *When using SoundCloud, you must observe SoundCloud Ltd.'s terms of use, such as the prohibition on uploading songs whose copyright is the property of a third party.
DETUNE ltd.
A Japanese company, DETUNE ltd. was established by three musicians – the core members of KORG DS-10 for Nintendo DS development team – Michio Okamiya, Nobuyoshi Sano and Yasunori Mitsuda (Procyon Studio). Together, they are providing music and music creation tools for a new way of music communications. They are also planning to release KORG M01, a music workstation for Nintendo DS shortly. For more information go to: www.detune.co.jpSoundCloud Ltd.
SoundCloud, founded in 2008 by Alexander Ljung and Eric Wahlforss, enables music professionals and other creators to collaborate, publish and share their sounds on the web, in a simple, accessible and feature-rich way. SoundCloud allows music makers to upload large audio files; share them publicly and privately; embed tracks across websites and blogs; receive detailed analytics, plus feedback from the community directly onto their SoundCloud player. For more information go to: soundcloud.comThe KORG iMS-20 for iPad is available for download purchase from Apple's App Store (inside the iTunes Store).
SpecificationsComponents:
MS-20 monophonic synthesizer: 1 unit
Analog sequencer: 1 unit
6-part drum machine: 1 unit
Mixer: 1 unit
Song/Pattern composer: 1 unit MS-20 monophonic synthesizer:
Analog modeling synthesizer (MS-20 modeled by “CMT” Component Modeling Technology)
2VCO / 2VCF / 1VCA / 2EG / Patch Panel
Additional functions: Modulation Key/Tempo Sync
Insert effect (selectable from 14 effect types as below) Analog sequencer:
16-step analog sequencer
Control notes, volume, pan, parameters, and voltages via knobs
Configurable steps (1-16) and sequence mode (6 types)
Trigger out per channel or step position 6-part drum machine:
6-part/16-step drum machine
Create sounds by sampling a single note from a built-in MS-20
Controllable notes, volume and pan by knobs
Configurable steps (1-16) and sequence mode (6 types) per a part Mixer:
7-channel mixer
Double needle meter indicates VU level
Master effect (selectable from 14 effect types as below) Song/Pattern composer:
Compose a song or select a pattern, built-in mixer
16 patterns and 256 bars per a song
Tempo setting (20 - 300 BPM) and Swing function Effect type:
14 types: Short Delay, BPM Sync Delay, Reverb 1, Reverb 2, Chorus/Flanger, Equalizer, Compressor, Tube Simulator (Valve Force), Low-Pass Filter, High-Pass Filter, Band-Pass Filter, Talking Modulator, Decimator, Grain Shifter Controllers:
Keyboard: Recording function, Variable width (22, 26, or 29 keys)
Kaoss Pad: 2 units, Recording function
- Performance pad: Key/Scale (31 types) settings
- Parameter control pad: X-Y axis parameter settings
Other:
Audio export function (Bouncing a song or pattern, and Real-time recording a performance: 16-bit/44.1 kHz stereo WAV format)
Publish and share songs online with the SoundCloud music distribution site
Various template patterns by music genre are included
Various template sounds by sound category are included
Notes:
* KORG iMS-20 is a dedicated iPad app (iOS 3.2 or later) and cannot be used with iPhone and iPod touch.
* Specifications and features are subject to change without notice for improvement.
* Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch and iTunes are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
* Nintendo DS is a registered trademark of Nintendo.
News
Korg’s top-selling iMS-20 app for iPad has just been enhanced. Version 1.1 adds MIDI control capabilities by using the Apple Core MIDI features found in iOS 4.2, via the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit. Users can now play the MS-20 Synth and tweak the onscreen “knobs”*1 using external MIDI devices*2. Users who also own an MS-20 Controller (bundled with the original Korg Legacy Collection software) can use it for patching cables. The six-part Drum Machine can receive different MIDI notes per part.
iMS-20 is a complete music production app for iPad, consisting of a faithful recreation of the legendary Korg MS-20 analog synthesizer with patching capabilities, a 16-step analog sequencer based on Korg's SQ-10, a six-part drum machine with dedicated pads, a seven-channel mixer with 14 types of effects and Korg's Kaoss Pad technology. Users can share their songs online via the SoundCloud network.
The Korg iMS-20 for iPad is available for download purchase from Apple’s App Store (inside the iTunes Store).
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