Korg Minilogue

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Korg Minilogue
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Awesome 'beginners' synth
RobSteijger 24.09.2020
The Minilogue is great for getting the grips with analogue synthesis and ever since I got this synth, about a month ago, I’ve been creating 3 to 4 patches per day – just for practice, just for fun. So far I’ve discovered how ringmod can dirty-up the sounds (combined with pitching VCO2 an octave highter than VCO1), for instance, and I’m also getting awesome results by applying a negative envelope on the filter. Even made a ‘vinyl scratch’ using the envelope (quick attack, quick decay) on the pitch.

Ease of use: I didn’t even RTFM so far :-)

Build: Very classy looks! I’m thinking of placing a mirror behind it so I can see the wooden backside :-) The small screen is big enough for all info, and I just can’t stop watching the oscilator reacting to my tweaking.

Whishes: Would be awesome if you could filter VCO1 and 2 independently, though.

Update: 4 months ahead and i'm still making new sounds almost daily! The manual wasn't clear on this, but you can overwrite the fabric patches (1-100), meaning you can save up to 200 user patches in total!

Update 2 (june 2021): still making patches daily, including some 808 like percussion sounds!

Update 3 (dec 2022): programmed all 200 patches, keep on getting awesome results :-) One thing though: the Korg patch saver for Windows doesn't work well (unless it's the FIRST midi-software you install on your pc/laptop, apparently).
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great synth for guitarists
kirill95 02.05.2017
i'm not a keyboard player, i play guitar, so i'm am not a big expert in synths. For me 4-voice polyphony is more than enough, and the fact that it has medium keys makes my playing easier ( but i am not used to normal keys, so maybe it's not an issue just for me)
the fact that most of the functions have it's own knob, it makes it easier to change parameters fastly.
of course this synth may not sound as full as expensive analog synths do, but actually i think in the mix it wouldn't be so obvious.
an ideal start i think for those who are new to analog synths (like me), especially becouse of that little screen that shows how the waveshape changes
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Medyk 13.05.2017
Very very nice analog poly synth. Good for everyone who wants to learn basics of synthesis and others who are looking for true modern analog sound on budget. Clicks and noise are there but it's not such an issue in everyday use. Awesome sound on it's own with great tembres. Kilson even more with addition of subtle distortion and reverb plugs. As a bonus You also get a tiny midi controller and not so bad analog filter for other of Your stuff. Worth to recommend with clear conscience.
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Beautiful versatile instrument
light warrior 14.01.2024
Korg created some of the most used synths in music history, and this will probably become one of those legends. It's simply fun to play with, and you always end up in a situation where you are almost astonished this small little synth can create such huge and interesting sounds.

Ergonomic, easy to play with and intuitive.
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The best analog poly in this price category.
BookNote 15.02.2019
For me, the Minilogue blows both the Korg MS-20 mini and the Monologue out of the park.

The Minilogue is simply a better Monologue with poly function to the extent that I accidentally downloaded the Monologue user manual without noticing. So rather than buy the Monologue, wait till you can buy the Minilogue instead. Now compared to the MS-20 Mini, the sound is much more aggressive and crisp. In my opinion, Korg has finally created the successor of the MS-20 the MS-20 Mini should have been. A soon to be classic and promising entry for affordable analog poly synths.

Now to my biggest problem with the Minilogue: a quality case. The Korg Minilogue bag that is recommended for it is too expensive for its bad quality. If you want a soft case buy the Thomann pedal bag instead. I wanted a hard case so was disappointed that no such case exists for it atm. I therefore spend another 160 Euros on Thon's Economy Suitcase case. Please case makers, give us a proper case.

Conclusion:

If you want a fully poly analog synth of good quality and sound in this price range, you won't find anything better at the moment.
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It sounds as good as it looks!
Tom__G 05.12.2017
I use this product regularly and love it. The korg minilogue brings so much to the table that other synthesizers simply don't offer, for example, it has a ring modulator, an oscillator sync, an eg pitch mod, cross modulation, and an oscilloscope! The amount of features of this product is simply incredible. I love the sync in/out port for easy playbility with any of the volca series/ a monologue. The 16 step sequencer is also great. I have no issues with this product, it is perfect in my eyes.
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Great little poly synth
metallic 20.02.2018
This synth offers a lot for the modest (for a fully analogue synth) price: 2 oscillators, LFO, delay, frequency filters, up to 16 step sequencer, arpeggiator, motion record, midi and beat sync, and much much more.

It is a lot of fun to use: recording up to 4 motion sequences (yes, you can record tweaking your filter knob!), odd time sequences, analogue delay (!), not mentioning modulations, envelopes, and all sorts of different things.

A tiny display is just great visualisation tool, it is actually very engaging to see how the waveform actually changes when you twerk the knobs.

Great first synth to learn the basics of sound synthesis, capable of creating deep, reach sound (especially if processed through some external effects). More than reasonably priced. Nice look and stylish wooden back panel included!

It lacks midi thru, which many (me included) would appreciate, but not a big deal.

Overall: well done KORG.
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Absolutely amazing starter synth
RickyJamaraz 03.02.2024
I've recently gotten very much into sound design and synths in general, and buying this was definitely a worthy purchase. It's got a very robust feel to it, I could easily take this to a gig and it would perform outstandingly. In particular I absolutely adore the smoothness of the knob control, it's incredibly satisfying. Though only being able to play 4 voices at a time, some of the sounds I can create with this machine sound incredibly wide and beautiful, and I'm very pleased with it.
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Great entry point into poly synths
Figsy 21.03.2021
Beautifully built, great user interface and loads of capability. This is a great synth to expand your knowledge of polyphonic synths. It has a bright crunchy sound, but can do mellow and deep too. A future classic!
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A must-buy
Amtem 05.12.2023
This synth is the perfect gateway into analog world. Amazing for layering with guitars and a great platform for some outboard saturation and FX because of its clean character. It does lack certain advanced features, but it is very much capable of some great sound design weirdness as well! I have rarely touched any of my soft synths since I got the Minilogue - It does it all and it is one of those pieces of gear I will never sell. Whether you are a beginner or a long time synth enthusiast, the Minilogue will surely prove to be very useful.
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