This has been developed for vst, au and rtas so that you can use it in other host applications. A complete replacement board for the troubled korg polysix klm367 circuit board. The polysix is, of course, a virtual analogue recreation of korgs hardware synth of. The korg polysix ps6 is a 61 key 6 voice polyphonic synthesizer, featuring a single oscillator sawpulse waveform with sub and a dedicated pwm lfo, white noise. Ive come across a lot of people comparing polysix and juno60, so let me not break.
It also had onboard patch storage and backup which the cheaper juno lacked until the upgraded juno60 model. Patch editor control of parameters requires pe v 5. It was the last korg to have that, since its successor the poly61 introduced dcos and digital programming. Here you will find detailed, fully illustrated information on how to make repairs and upgrades to the nowvintage and classic korg polysix programmable 6voice polyphonic music synthesizer. These outstanding presets were designed with the true nature of this classic synth in mind. Here is a redrawn schematic of the antilog circuit. Intel core i5 or better core i7 or better recommended memory. Our professional panel overlays are the same factory lexan self. I use both the boss rc300 and rc505 to loop 80s drums and sounds from both the korg polysix and the novation bass station 2. Korg polysix programmable polyphonic synthesizer owners manual congratulations and thank you for purchasing the new korg ps6 polysix programmable polyphonic synthesizer. The korg polysix is a premidi analog synthesizer that uses ssm2056 chips for its envelope generators and ssm2044 chips for its filters. The front long bar and side panels are milled from brown african sapele wood. Ms20, polysix, monopoly, m1, wavestation and mdex each have a completely revised user interface that is scalable and high resolution. I then add fx live from the korg polysix and one sweeping fx patch from the bass station 2.
The polysix was the first analog synthesizer i bought. Legacy collection analog edition 2007, wmdex pages. Engage the builtin chorus on a simple singleoscillator sawtooth patch and you were pretty darned close to that expensive prophet sound. New retro polysix patches for polysix shop reason studios. I recently purchased a korg polysix and have started learning about this great analog synth from the early 80s. I believe i go through about 7 or 8 korg polysix patches in the video and everything is improvised. Polysix korg presets and patches including pads, electronic, film, atmosphere and more for download.
The polysix is, of course, a virtual analogue recreation of korg s hardware synth of the same name. The korg sounds like a korg so id never buy a polysix to imitate a p5. In addition to replicating the original sounds, the polysix software synthesizers also provide a wide range of new functionality for contemporary sound creation. The patch recall buttons also have a tendency to fail. Also until the problem arises it continues to work flawlessly. View and download korg polysix owners manual online.
Polysix by korg synth analogue subtractive vst plugin. Up until then, you had to be loaded to afford a prophet 5, oberheim obxa, or roland jupiter 8 at first glance it looks like a scaleddown monopoly, but really its not. It came to life with the supervision of original developers and advisers. If you utilize another host daw digital audio workstation you can purchase korg legacy collection polysix.
First manufactured in 1981, the korg polysix analog polyphonic synthesizer is similar to the roland juno 6 in that it boasts 6 voices with one vco and suboscillator per voice, as well as chorus, phase, and ensemble effects to thicken up its sound. Korg polysix analog synthesizer 1981 new patches hd demo. Get gadget and sound libraries korg official online shop. Korg collection 2 for macwin software instruments korg usa. The korg collection is a software synthesizer collection that completely reproduces the iconic synthesizer masterpieces that are still loved to this day. I just picked up a korg polysix locally for a pretty smoking deal, but it is in need of repair. Oct 31, 2008 the polysix is probably, with the ms2010, the analog synthesizers most famous korg. Ms20, polysix, monopoly, m1, wavestation and mdex each have a completely revised user. This will be my first ever attempt at synth restoration, so ill probably come back here with questions every so often. Professional replica overlay have a tired or well used polysix in need of some tlc. The korg polysix ps6 is a sixvoice programmable polyphonic analog synthesizer released.
Korg polysix problems and repair jim atwood in japan. Korg polysix sounds crazy vintage synth explorer forums. Korg polysix analog synthesizer 1981 new patches hd. Its been an unreserved thumbsup for korgs bundle of software synths so far. Here you will find detailed, fully illustrated information on how to make repairs and upgrades to the nowvintage and classic korg polysix programmable 6voice. Polysix for reason uses korgs proprietary cmt component modeling technology to precisely model the electronic circuitry of the original analog instruments, capturing the exact sound and parameter response of the originals. It does it in such a way, that the mean pitch of the polysix stays in tune. One of my favorite sounds ever is the korg legacy vst polysix bass. Downloads nanokontrol polysix klc template korg usa. The polysix was a milestone because, along with the roland juno 6 which appeared almost simultaneously, in 1981 the polysix was the first opportunity ordinary mortals had to get their hands on a proper programmable polysynth. The modysix works identically for the polysix and the poly61, however due to the poly61 beeing dco based there is no detuning between the six voices. Now it is easier and more rewarding than ever to explore these classic sounds. I have one p6 and i dont think theres a rom with patches. Korgs proprietary component modeling technology cmt recreates the original circuit path and analog signal flow, to provide results that are.
No warranties of any kind are expressed or implied. The new retro polysix refill contains 40 high quality presets for the korgs polysix rack extension. We have placed all the new parameters cleanly and logically on the panel overlay so changing settings is easier than ever. Mar 21, 20 hello, can anyone tell me by listening to it what is wrong with my polysix. The polysex mod adds an additional control panel to your korg polysix synthesizer to increase the number of possible sounds you can create. For this reason it did not make sense for korg to implement a unison mode into the poly61 and consequently it does not have a unison button. May 10, 2012 c by analogaudio1 you can buy these patches read the description for further details scroll down. Even though the polysix had patch memory and tape backup, i am including the patch sheet here by special request. Korg polysix pitch bend and modulation full assemb.
Here i show a quick video on the method i use for transferring patches to the korg polysix using audacity on a macbook air. Polysix for reason uses korg s proprietary cmt component modeling technology to precisely model the electronic circuitry of the original analog instruments, capturing the exact sound and parameter response of the originals. With a surprisingly fullsounding voice structure, chorusphaseensemble effects and performance functions such as chord memory, arpeggiator, and unison the polysix became a worldwide hit. Legacy collection analog edition 2007, wmdex pages synthesizer korg poly800 owners manual. You can choose the polarity of the envelope and the reference point in the envelope. The korg collection series, which reproduces some of korgs greatest synthesizer keyboards as software, are renewed as korg collection 2. Synthmob digital sound marketplace and sound design community. Korgs wonderful 4vco monopoly synth from 1981, and its sibling the polysix. Korg polysix specifications, pictures, prices, links. Jun 28, 2014 i use both the boss rc300 and rc505 to loop 80s drums and sounds from both the korg polysix and the novation bass station 2. Korg s proprietary component modeling technology cmt recreates the original circuit path and analog signal flow, to provide results that are. Professional overlay do you have a korg polysix with the kiwi upgrade.
Korg monopoly and polysix vintage synth patch sheets. No more hands on knobs when playing, and more tedious programming. It was somewhat of a step up from the polysix, as it has 2 dcos for better reliability. Keeping up with tradition, the demo song is also provided in. Its been an unreserved thumbsup for korg s bundle of software synths so far. The korg collection series, which reproduces some of korgs greatest.
If so, we have developed this new panel design to enhance your kiwisix upgrade experience to its fullest. Build metal, wooden sides, solid buttons, knobs and resistant keyboard honest korg s early 80s actually. Jun 01, 2014 80s electro 80017a analog synthesizers battery replacement boss rc50 boss rc300 drum machine extreme sample converter floppy drive gaia guitar japan japanese japan musicians jim atwood jim atwood in japan juno 6 juno 106 keyboard korg polysix korg polysix patches korg polysix repair korg polysix synthesizer looking for nagano band mc5534a. I will try to limit this page to things that add to the wealth of repair information that is already on the web. Polysix for reason has been developed specifically for propellerhead reason. Vse boardwide rules and guidelines if your help request has been solved, please edit your first post in order to select the topic. I went to dial in the factory patches but they dont sound anything like they are supposed to, everything sounds kind of growly and over the top like an sh101 but i know a p6 does good brass, strings and even piano. Admittedly, the time for the brand launched in the market for a product with polyphonic pretty well finished. Propellerheads new plugins format, rack extension version of korg s classic and everpopular polysix. Goto vintage bass library for the korg polysix legacy. Korg polysix original settings chart book part of the original manual set ebay in pretty good condition for age, this book was originally supplied with the polysix when new. We give you the authentic analog experience that only korg can provide. View and download korg polysix service manual online.
Korg s obligation and your exclusive remedy under the warranty mentioned above, is limited either. With a fullsounding voice structure, chorus phase ensemble effects and performance functions such as arpeggiator, and unison, the polysix became. Please visit korg legacy collection product page for more. The audio signal was recorded straight from the polysix output, without any additional. Propellerheads new plugins format, rack extension version of korgs classic and everpopular polysix.
So many new synthesizer developers are trying to achieve what companies like roland, korg, moog and others accomplished in the 70s and 80s. Lizards korg polysix re factory presets 1 vote this is a refill for the korg polysix re. Hello, can anyone tell me by listening to it what is wrong with my polysix. There is a software emulator of the polysix included in the korg legacy collection called polysix legacy edition. Although it has a relatively limited feature set compared to some va plugins, it is still capable of producing some very useful results. The polysix has warmsounding real analog oscillators, softer and brassyer sounding than the juno. Polyphonic synthesizer a perfect reproduction of the polysix synthesizer in software.
These are not designed by me lizard but programmed from old data and my recollection of how the patches sound. The korg poly61 was released in 1982 as the successor to the polysix. Korg collection for macwin software instruments korg. The polysix is known to have been used by solar fields. The polysix is perhaps the most overlooked synth in the korg legacy collection.
We have created an exact replica of the factory panel to give your polysix a stunning like new appearance. It contains 64 patches of the original patches shipped with the unit. The polysix is probably, with the ms2010, the analog synthesizers most famous korg. Polyphonic, programmable super synth originally part of the first korg legacy collection and later the korg legacy collection. Polysix, includes a brief introduction, along with links to synthesizers produced, references and further information. The polysix is full of knobs and buttons, that gives you instant access to all of the parameters and effects. You can use these patches in the polysix, ou use them as basis and inspiration to build your own presets in the legacy cell, to get the benefit of integrated mdex effects, automation possibilities, or make layers with a ms20 or another polysix. These are usually battery damaged which can be difficult and expensive to repair and render the synth unusable. Buy, sell and share loops, samples and synth presets. This page contains patches and sound banks for polysix part of the korg legacy collection and polysix re rack extension synthesizer instruments by korg.
And was also part of the lac1 expansion for the korg oasys and is one of the korg kronos sound engines. The polysix programmable sixvoice polyphonic analog synthesizer was introduced in 1981. This versatile sixvoice synthesizer offers the wide range of sounds and enormous ease of use that only a programmable synthesizer can offer, at a revolutionary price. Sometimes it works for a few minutes, other times it works for an hour before the particular patch issue arises or until it freezes with all patch leds illuminated. A far cry from todays free downloadable synths and plugins on the internet. This software is a full digital replica emulation of the hardware polysix. Spreading the voices is already used in unison mode of the unmodified polysix to create a fatter sound, but with the polysex modification a much wide range of sounds is possible. There are two different mods which can both be used at the same time.
The poly61 can provide cool gritty basses or trippy analog sounds and fx. I also used a poly 800 for maybe a year and hated its cheap sound. Polysix keyboard restoration kit fix yourself polysix faulty keyboard. But the big ace in the polysix s hand was the ensemble effect.
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