Just when we thought we were done wrapping up all the Korg announcements from NAMM 2021, Korg have dropped a host of new product teasers on us (not that we’re complaining). Although details are sparse there’s plenty to get excited about including a new drum machine, upgraded 61 key wavestate with aftertouch and a VR DAW (!). 

Drumlogue – Hybrid Drum Machine 

Here’s the official descriptions from Korg and teaser videos: 

•  The drumlogue is a hybrid analog/digital groovebox that is currently under development 
• A combination of powerful raw analog parts and flexible digital voices for a wide sound spectrum 
• Intuitive hands-on control for quick editing as well as a dedicated librarian for easy patch and sequence management 
• Supports KORG ‘logue SDK Multi-Engine plugin oscillators 

Wavestate SE Synthesizer 

• 61-key version of current 37-key wavestate now with aftertouch 
• New internal programs added, all sound programs optimized for aftertouch 
• Reworked case with premium aluminum panel and knobs 

Korg GADGET-VR

Have you ever found yourself wishing for the instruments in Korg’s Gadget app to be made into hardware? Well this is close! A VR version of Korg’s Gadget is coming to a headset near you. This is a bold move from Korg, and the first time a major hardware music gear brand has given VR a go. Details are light on,  but worth noting the demo appears to be using the Oculus Quest 2 headset.

L1 – Digital Piano

 Stylish and contemporary, 88 key, slim, lightweight and portable 

• Less than 3″ height and approximately 13lbs 
• Same LS Keybed in KRONOS LS 
• Simple press button and turn knob controls 
• Main power supply and battery powered option 
• 8watt amplifier and newly-designed speaker system plus a bass reflex box to deliver rich sound 
• USB connectivity, optional stand 
• Will come in black and 5 limited edition metallic colors 

RK-100S 2 – Keytar 

• 37-note slim keyboard for playability 
• microKORGXL+ engine on board; 8 notes polyphonic 
• Clear finish shows the woodgrain 
• Battery operation 
• Vocoder function 
• Soft case included 

No info on pricing or availability yet but as always, stay tuned to Noisegate for more info and product demos as soon as humanly possible.