Korg ARP 2600 MvsKorg microKORG 2
Summary
Korg ARP 2600 M and Korg microKORG 2: 2 Korg synth onlys compared side by side. They differ on 14 of 16 compared specifications.
| 2 items | Korg ARP 2600 MCurrentView details → | Korg microKORG 2CurrentView details → |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Korg | Korg |
| Status | Current | Current |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Sound engine | ||
| Engine | Analogue | Analogue modelling |
| Voices | 2 | 8 |
| Polyphony | Monophonic (duophonic mode) | 8 voices (4 in dual mode) |
| Oscillators | 3 analogue VCOs | — |
| Filter | 24 dB/oct low-pass, switchable early 4012 and late 4072 types | — |
| Multi-timbral parts | 1 | 2 |
| Sequencer | None | None (10-type arpeggiator and loop recorder) |
| Effects | Spring reverb | Modulation, Delay, Reverb, EQ |
| Models | ARP 2600 | — |
| Keyboard | ||
| Keys | 0 | 37 |
| Key size | — | Mini |
| Key action | — | Synth-action |
| Aftertouch | None | None |
| Format | ||
| Format | Desktop module | Keyboard |
| Motorised knobs | No | No |
| Features | Semi-modular, normalled patch bay, Built-in stereo speakers, Ring modulator, sample and hold, envelope follower, Audio preamp input, Road case included, Works with Eurorack and volca gear (5 V gate) | Vocoder with condenser mic included, Hard Tune and harmoniser, Loop recorder, 2.8-inch colour screen, Battery powered (6 x AA), 256 programs |
| Connections | ||
| MIDI ports | DIN in, USB | DIN in, DIN out, USB |
| CV / Gate | Yes | No |
| Size & weight | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 520 × 129 × 311 mm | 542 × 238 × 65 mm |
| Weight | 6 kg | 2.2 kg |
Key differences
- Engine: ARP 2600 M – Analogue microKORG 2 – Analogue modelling
- Keys: ARP 2600 M – 0 microKORG 2 – 37
- Voices: ARP 2600 M – 2 microKORG 2 – 8
- Released: ARP 2600 M – 2021 microKORG 2 – 2024
- Polyphony: ARP 2600 M – Monophonic (duophonic mode) microKORG 2 – 8 voices (4 in dual mode)
- Multi-timbral parts: ARP 2600 M – 1 microKORG 2 – 2