The Korg MS-20 is a patchable semi-modular monophonic analog synthesizer which Korg released in 1978 and which was in production until 1983. It was part of Korg's MS series of instruments, which also included the single oscillator MS-10 , the keyboardless MS-50 module, the SQ-10 sequencer, and the VC-10 Vocoder. Additional devices included the MS-01 Foot Controller, MS-02 Interface, MS-03 Signal Processor, and MS-04 Modulation Pedal.
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48-403: A ring modulation option for VCO2. The MS-20 also boasts two voltage-controlled filters (VCFs) in series—a high-pass and a low-pass filter. The MS-20 has a low frequency oscillator , labeled "modulation generator", which offers unique controls over the rate and shape of the waveform, which is sent to two outputs: pulse and sloped. This allows for a wide range of modulation effects, from changing
72-513: A choice between the original filter designs. It also features a PWM IN jack for pulse width modulation, compatibility with various CV/GATE standards (Hz/V and V/Oct, S-Trig, and V-Trig), a MIDI IN connector, USB MIDI connectivity, and a junction patch bay for SQ-1 integration. In 2019, Behringer announced its low-cost clone of the MS-20, the K-2. At the 2020 NAMM Show, Korg announced a full size reissue of
96-485: A frequency-voltage converter and an envelope follower, enabling the synthesizer to be driven by external signals such as a voice or another instrument. Its patch panel allows for extensive connectivity and modulation routing, further expanding its creative possibilities. At the 2013 NAMM Show , Korg announced the MS-20 Mini, a compact version of the iconic Korg MS-20, scaled down to 86% of the original's size. The MS-20 Mini
120-419: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Korg MS-20 Although the MS-20 follows a conventional subtractive synthesis architecture with oscillators, filter, and VCA, its patch panel allows some rerouting of both audio and modulation signals, alongside an external signal processor. This flexibility led to its resurgence during the analog revival of
144-717: Is implemented separately as a VST effect called MS-20EX. This same software emulated MS-20 was also part of the LAC-1 expansion for the Korg OASYS and is one of the Korg Kronos sound engines. KORG DS-10 is a music creation program for the Nintendo DS that emulates the Korg MS range of synthesizers. KORG DSN-12 is an MS-20 emulator for the Nintendo 3DS . KORG iMS-20 is an MS-20 emulator for
168-656: The NAMM Show . In 2018, the NAMM Show expanded into the new Anaheim Convention Center North building. The same year, the Audio Engineering Society joined the NAMM Show via "AES at NAMM" and hosted the Parnelli (Parnelli Jones)Awards at the convention. In January 2020, the NAMM Show saw record attendance with more than 115,000 attendees and over 7,000 brands represented. On August 10, 2020, NAMM canceled plans to hold
192-999: The iPad . NAMM Show The NAMM Show is an annual trade show in the United States organized by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), which describes it as "the industry’s largest stage, uniting the global music, sound and entertainment technology communities". It is typically held in January at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California . One of the world's largest trade shows for music products, NAMM restricts entrance to owners, suppliers, distributors, journalists, employees, endorsed artists, and guests of NAMM member companies. Vendors display products, allowing dealers and distributors to see what's new, negotiate deals, and plan their purchasing for
216-717: The 1990 Chicago Summer NAMM show to be referred to as "the wake on the lake," NAMM moved the summer event to Nashville in 1993, renaming it the NAMM Summer Session and focusing the show on guitars and acoustic instruments. In 1999 and 2000, the NAMM International Music Market was held in Los Angeles while the Anaheim Convention Center was renovated. In 2003, NAMM renamed its January event in Anaheim
240-677: The MS-20 Mini, this kit adds MIDI and USB connectivity. Additionally, the MS-20 Kit includes two different filter types: one used in earlier MS20s or a slightly warmer filter used on later MS20s. At the 2015 NAMM Show, Korg unveiled the MS-20M Kit, an unassembled desktop module version of the MS-20, excluding a keyboard and sold with the Korg SQ-1 step sequencer. This version incorporates self-oscillating high-pass/low-pass filters with distinctive distortion, toggle switches for VCO synchronization and FM, and
264-670: The MS-20, called the MS-20 FS, which retains features from the 2013 kit release such as the Rev1 and Rev2 filter types as well as MIDI compatibility through both 5-pin DIN and USB connections. There is a software emulator of the MS-20 included in the KORG legacy Collection . As well as a standalone emulator, the Legacy Collection provides the MS-20 as a virtual instrument ( VST ). The external signal processor
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#1732858266957288-808: The NAMM Convention did not take place in 1942 or 1945, and in 1943 and 1944 the event was held as the Wartime Educational Conference. The NAMM show resumed in 1946, and was held at The Palmer House Hilton in Chicago. Beginning in 1970, NAMM added a second annual convention called the Western Seminar or Western Market. Initially held in March in Los Angeles or San Francisco, the annual show was eventually moved to Anaheim, California, in January. In 1976, NAMM rebranded its midyear roving NAMM Convention as
312-552: The NAMM International Music Expo. The change reflected its evolution from a national retail association into an international association whose members included commercial companies, distributors, affiliates and manufacturers. It renamed its Anaheim-based January convention as the Winter Music & Sound Market in 1979 and the NAMM International Music Market in 1988. After poor attendance and lack of direction caused
336-466: The NAMM Show on January 21–24, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic . Instead, NAMM hosted a virtual event called Believe In Music Week starting January 18, 2021, which NAMM described as: "...a mix of comprehensive programming and professional education at BelieveinMusic.tv, as well as an interactive marketplace to connect buyers and sellers – all designed to elevate the innovation and inspiration found across
360-413: The duty cycle of the pulse output to varying the shape of the sloped output, making it possible to achieve everything from sawtooth to square and triangle waves. The synthesizer includes two envelope generators with various parameters, providing control over the dynamics and articulation of the sound. Additionally, the MS-20 features a noise source, a modulation VCA, and options for external control through
384-552: The economic climate of the Great Depression . In 1937, the first year that attendees were required to register, the NAMM Convention had 248 members in attendance, including 24 piano manufacturers, four organ manufacturers, 11 piano distributors , 10 music publishers , eight radio and phonograph manufacturers, 18 miscellaneous exhibitors, and 10 string instrument manufacturers. Due to U.S. involvement in World War II ,
408-670: The first annual NAPDA Convention in Baltimore in May of the following year. In its early years, the trade show moved to different cities in the eastern United States, including Buffalo (1903), Atlantic City (1904), and Washington, D.C. (1906). In 1912, the NAPDA became the National Association of Piano Merchants of America (NAPMA), and the show became the NAPMA Convention . By 1919,
432-507: The industry while offering support for those most deeply affected by COVID. While not The NAMM Show or a virtual tradeshow, the initiative will meet the immediate business needs of NAMM member companies through thought-leader led education for all segments of the industry, networking and AI matchmaking, and business-to-business-focused opportunities to reaffirm and grow business connections, launch new products, share brand initiatives and engage with customers in real-time." Believe In Music Week
456-493: The late 1990s. In response to a revived interest in monophonic analog synthesizers, Korg has reintroduced the MS-20 in various formats: the scaled-down MS-20 Mini, unassembled desktop and full-sized versions, and, in 2020, a full-sized reissue known as the MS-20 FS. The MS-20 features two voltage-controlled oscillators (VCOs) with a variety of waveform outputs including triangle, sawtooth, pulse, and white noise for VCO1, and sawtooth, square, and narrow pulse waveforms, as well as
480-618: The next six to 12 months. The event attracts famous musicians, many of whom are endorsed by exhibitors and come to promote their own signature models and equipment. A smaller convention, NAMM Summer Session, typically takes place in June or July in Nashville, Tennessee . In 1901, 52 members of the National Piano Manufacturers Association of America formed the National Association of Piano Dealers of America (NAPDA). They held
504-490: The popularity of early jazz and the marching band music of John Philip Sousa had convinced many piano merchants to produce full lines of band instruments. The NAPMA renamed itself National Association of Music Merchants, or NAMM, and its show became the NAMM Convention . Its location would alternate between New York City and Chicago for the next 50 years. The NAMM Convention did not take place in 1932 or 1934 due to
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552-431: Was developed by the same engineers responsible for the original instrument, ensuring a faithful replication of the MS-20's original electronic circuits. The modernized version introduces 1/8-inch input and output jacks, a MIDI input jack, and USB MIDI connectivity for both input and output. The following year, at the 2014 NAMM Show, Korg announced that it would release a limited edition full-size unassembled MS-20. Like
576-682: Was viewed by more than 500,000 NAMM members. In June 2022, the NAMM Show returned to Anaheim as an in-person 3-day event. The following year's show, held in April, attracted 46,711 attendees from 120 countries and territories, and 1,200 exhibitors representing 3,500 brands. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the MIDI standard, lifetime achievement awards were presented to, or posthumously awarded to Don Buchla , Ikutaro Kakehashi , Tsutomu Katoh, Roger Linn , Bob Moog , Tom Oberheim , Alan R. Pearlman , Dave Rossum, and Dave Smith . From January 25 to 28, 2024,
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