Korg Prologue Polyphonic Analogue Synthesizer | Reverb Demo Video

Introducing the Korg Prologue Polyphonic Analogue Synthesizer. Fully programmable, equipped with either a 49-key (for the 8-voice) or 61-key (for the 16-voice) keyboard, the Prologue is an ambitious instrument that builds off of the precedent set by the Minilogue. Join us as we explore the sonic functionality of the Prologue today.
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[@noobslayerr9732]

One of the 'darkest' most sad beautiful sound synths ever made . Good for industrial and dark techno also:)

[@coolbossnessFTW]

This thing sounds so eighties with the built-in FM oscillator. I think I'm in love.

[@futur_sunds]

You don’t see this synth very often, it’s super underrated.

[@itspat87]

I'll never sell mine if I can help it. And I can't wait for this synth to have it's glory moment in like 10-20 years time LOL

[@futur_sunds]

@@itspat87 right lol

[@hannahe7556]

That’s why I love it even more

[@fortheloveofnoise]

This is the second synth golden age, welcome humans.

[@macrondo5852]

Weird Music I was going to say these synth companies haven't had this kind of competition in decades

[@mcblahflooper94]

I’d argue that it’s really just Korg, DSI, Arturia, and behringer.

[@solomonjenkins9505]

so they say...im not liking this prologue's sound very much. Where's the jupiter 8? Honestly if they made a synth that was 88 keys and had 16 analog voices that was capable of both jupiter 8 and ob 8 sounds, good lord the things I would give for that

[@fortheloveofnoise]

+Solomon Jenkins Epilogue?

[@mcblahflooper94]

That costs a LOT of money, and the higher end analog synths made are already inaccessible as it is. Also people really don't use synths for the reasons they did back in the day... not that many people need a full size, 16 voice synthesizer. Most people use synths for mono/lead or simple chords.

[@ravenkarlin]

I thought at the 1:00 mark it was totally gonna start playing Separate Ways by Journey.

[@chieftp]

he doesn't want to get sued by Jonathon Cain.

[@Oweng40000]

It’s like a royalty free version of that song

[@David_T]

I'm not too sure that making it sound like a DX7 was a good idea.

[@shadowseal22]

The Prologue has a third oscillator that can do basic FM sounds.

[@matthewlucas7797]

Same!!

[@thelifeproductions1]

This is one serious synth- Nice job Korg on this synth.

[@Lazer_puppy]

I need this. I'VE WAITED FOR THIS SYNTHESIZER MY WHOLE LIFE

[@WombieFerguson]

The mad men!! They did it.

[@zuur303]

Good to see they went with a white line on the knobs. I have the Monologue and I'm going to add an enamel stripe on them myself because it difficult to keep track on how they are set.

[@jacobsmithburg]

love the twin peaks vibe at 5:48

[@KILLAGORILLA7000]

Having just a single LFO is an incredible oversight

[@Damianlkh]

Korg is KILLIN it lately. My Monologue is on the way!!!

[@musicman843]

Oh my god I have been saving for the minilogue for a year and this comes out. I hope this starts being sold before February 20 because I have Got to get this for my birthday

[@haakman123]

Music Man its 2000 bucks tho

[@shadowseal22]

Don't buy this, buy a Rev2 or a Peak.

[@cyanginpedro]

Music Man Minilogue XD!

[@pointsurrender]

I love Nick. He's always authentic and enthusiastic!

[@nickkwas8028]

i try

[@ChurroLightyear]

Us nicks are usually that way about synthesizers. Don't forget nick from sonic state

[@pcuimac]

First thing in years that makes me want to purchase something Korg.

[@locksh]

How did I miss the announcement? Just got the Minilogue a few months back and having so much fun with it

[@electricsnut]

Sounds utterly amazing, I think I will upgrade my Minilogue just so I can stare at it and hug it :)

[@uirehuigedkahds]

I didn't care until he mentioned oscillator panning - then I got interested. Very nice.

[@jacksonwilliams8971]

0:59 did anyone else think that was Separate Ways by Journey

[@chieftp]

I've been sooooo hoping Korg would come out with something like this. I love the sound and features of the mini/mono but it's too small and not enough keys. this is more like a real professional instrument and less like a toy. not sure if I need one in addition to having a REV2 though.

[@user-hj9xz5gr3f]

I'm kind of new to synthesizers, and even tho this doesn't have a sequencer, I still think is the best option for me. There's no super complex menu diving like the Behringer's DeepMind series. Extremly complex for me. But here, its just like the Minilogue and Monologue, its all bout twisting knobs and saving presets, even includes a mini screen to see what happens to 'x' wave in your program as you twist the knobs. Personally, I think the price is a little bit too much, but I'm still getting it. The demo was amazing, its the type of sound I'm looking forward too in my own music. Tremendous work, Korg!

[@user-hj9xz5gr3f]

Fast forward two years later and I still haven't gotten this. It's expensive as hell.... I will get it though! I still think it's my best choice. Man those sounds....

[@user-hj9xz5gr3f]

Four years later, I still don't have it lol One day though, one day ...

[@mixc8]

@@user-hj9xz5gr3f LOL I feel ya!

[@sofam84]

I am so happy with mine!

[@kokomanation]

I really love these sounds I hope they have fixed those tuning issues so I can buy it

[@thespectator2976]

Awesome, finaly a decent new analog what i want

[@WingHouseCup]

Sounds really nice!

[@user-sw5yu8gk4z]

Korg Prologue, Moog Subsequent 37, DSI Prophet rev2. DREAM SETUP

[@itsdezwright]

prophet 6*

[@user-sw5yu8gk4z]

or OB-6 ;)

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

Instead of the Rev2 yeah!! VCO heaven

[@derekirons2615]

Makis Flou NO SWAP REV 2 for prophet 6 n I have my dream set up just got this 16 voices

[@halcyondaystunes]

Korgs Analogue synths are growing in size....i love Volcas and the Minilogue but have been wanting full size synths from Korg again

[@LousyFacelift]

These guys at Korg seem to know exactly what they're doing. Brings a smile to my face... Congrats! :)

[@user-rn2lj8kz1u]

This thing is amazing.

[@cojopablo609]

Looks beautiful

[@aight365]

Would you say this synth is a good choice for a first synth keyboard coming as a piano player? Can you recommend me something?

[@L77kim77l]

...and on top it's sooo beautiful!

[@SPINMASTERX]

I'm already in love with the Prologue

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

Best demo of this synth so far. Would love to see a head to head comparison shoot out with the Rev2. I can only afford one of them

[@sawlfo]

Luke Kage looks like they pretty even, the rev2 has more specs, but this one is a new design and vcos

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

roberto campos it's hard to choose. I've wanted the Rev2 for months. Now the Prologue has me wondering if it's more suitable or should I stick to my original plan?

[@sawlfo]

Luke Kage im having the same predicament!!

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

roberto campos it seems to me that if you want to play keys then the Prologue is very good. Looks like the Rev2 beats it in the sequencing and arpigiator department.

[@a8fine1youngSchapT]

if this has the exact same oscillators and filter as the minilogue its not going to be as "versatile" as the rev2. The minilogue has a very distinct fizzy sort of tone, it can do "round" bassy tones but thats not its forte. That's why they put that low end comp on this thing I'm assuming. The Rev2 has a very round sound from what I can tell the one time I touched one. I think in the difference in construction quality alone the Rev2 is the right choice though.

[@chrisbeddows7099]

Guys chords are selling this beautiful thing even more....props where props due

[@hannahe7556]

This does show how great the prologue sounds… but when you’re in the same room playing it the vibrations come up from your feet and goes throughout your entire body, it’s fills the room in a way you feel like the walls could shake but it’s perfectly refined, yet not to the point where you still can’t get completely wild with it but still so smooth at the same time. Playing it is an experience in itself than just listening, man does it still sound so full and lush though.

[@edinjahic1190]

Nice playing, thanks.

[@saifeek]

Laura's theme @ 5:50

[@supersawheather]

holy shit, good ear!

[@ArthurStone]

Very nice; great demo :D

[@EarmonkeyMusic]

Damn Nick this sounds great

[@GeneralJoystick]

Ok, I'm a Korg fanboy, but...why no built-in sequencer like on the minilogue and monologue?! The sequencer with the motion sequencing was such a cool feature on the "-logue" line. I guess they couldn't jam that feature into this synth...

[@simonbecker748]

I would love to have a prologue 2, equipped with a sequencer, Aftertouch and fixed tuning issues

[@trevorbaker4406]

I've never had tuning issues with it. But if you mean no tuning issues on launch, sure.

[@Psychlist1972]

So the Voice Spread isn't for detuning the voices in unison mode? It's a stereo spread?

[@mproductionsmusik]

What make a analogue synth sound more metallic is it just the type of filter inside of the synth or it is the type of waves used to produce the sound?

[@bikemayer1]

Has anyone noticed a buzzing sound coming from the prologue 8 when plugged into an interface? I sent one back because of this, just received the new one and the same thing is happening.

[@Rhythmattica]

Glorious !

[@kek23k]

Any idea if the outputs are balanced?

[@christopherfederici2776]

Finally, they've done it.

[@Josh_GS__]

I LOVE IT... i make synthwave music.. and this one could be everything that i need.. its so complete.

[@arteimagephoto]

Eccezionale!!!!!,semplicemente, ... Eccezionale!!!!!

[@jupitermarx]

So is the Multi engine the same one in the King Korg that was created for that synth?

[@gregorykulinski2186]

This is Masterpiece in, Masterclass hands.

[@jmarriolab2780]

good reverb in studio reverb 👍🏻

[@nihilvoid4112]

Could this be any better?! Seriously, nice fuckin job Korg!

[@furiosound]

thank you, Shia.

[@brendandwyer8379]

did i hear twin peaks at 5:48?

[@dushdy7160]

you did :D

[@Hitecherous]

the moment i knew i had to get one

[@TheCleansingx]

I love that there VCOs and a DCO

[@johnyentes6643]

Pretty cool

[@modularcat5743]

So do I need a Midi to Din or CV to midi to work with my vintage analogs?

[@KiR_3d]

Hi! What is the last music part that was played? Sounds very familiar...

[@justinupchurch1773]

Korg has the best filter designs

[@PizzaBiereGaming]

Nice instrument

[@strangersun7721]

I so wish they had released a module version of this. Really don't want another set of keys in the studio.

[@brendanjames8818]

theres a minilogue desktop version

[@Galileo317]

I read a sound on sound review that said that the prologue’s release time only goes up to 3 seconds, is this true??

[@M3ntok]

5:50: "The car is on fire, and there's no driver at the wheel. And the sewers are all muddied with a thousand lonely suicides."

[@yeahrightbear8883]

"the sun has fallen down and the billboards are all leering and the flags are all dead at the top of their poles" One of my favorites

[@raypark6013]

This is a lyric from The Dead Flag Blues, right?

[@soepil]

Hmmm ... this has got kind of a Polysix-vibe to it. I love my Polysix, but don't want to gig with it. Could this be a replacement?

[@yobhsiFehT]

This may be REAL nitpicky, but I’m a little disappointed that the third oscillator screen isn’t the same resolution as the main readout screen lol I feel like, once people get doing complex wavetable stuff in the open-source platform, that could’ve been handy 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@machiwoomiapoo]

Sweet!

[@HollyVanHart]

✨ Excellent! 😻 💜 😍

[@g.marion5888]

Looks interesting.

[@Digiphex]

I am shocked that it only has 1 LFO but I really like it overall.

[@aletrustno1]

No click feature anymore?

[@PaulGBass]

I've just got a platinum Minilogue and it has 4 pole and 2 pole resonant filters and a high pass filter, yet this only has one 2 pole filter????

[@geecen]

Waveform upload has been available on blofeld since 2008

[@ex_centric2933]

Does Prologue send the midi notes from arpeggiator ? Thanks

[@unitedstooges5588]

YES!!!

[@testpost.plsignore.5937]

Yep! Want. Gimme.

[@ganjabudweedful]

NICK KWAS IS A LIFESTYLE

[@HatredPrime]

Kwas in Polish language means: ACID.

[@davidcooke3331]

~6:48 "Prologue is the ULTIMATE performance analogue synthesizer". Right, so where's the aftertouch, sequencer and mod wheel multiple assign?

[@simonbecker748]

Yeah Aftertouch would have been nice, but the missing sequencer is a real shame... Also the tuning issues are pretty severe :/ I still love mine even though it has a few flaws

[@davidcooke3331]

@@simonbecker748 Contemplating one. Are you still having tuning issues even after the software update?

[@igorkalinenkovcrimean8313]

6,13 super sound!!!

[@Seekthetruth3000]

Does it have sample and hold?

[@academiac9]

My god! It’s full of stars...

[@elcoco1985]

was going to buy the rev2 16 to complete my m20 mini/volca keys setup but now im lost. any advice?

[@shadowseal22]

If you haven't chosen already buy the Rev2. The only thing the Prologue has over the Rev2 is better effects, and pre-filter drive. Other than that it is just dumbed down. The third osc is cool, but I can do everything it can and more in software. You don't need the third osc for the unison sounds, and for basic shapes I prefer the subosc on the Rev2 for most sounds. It works as a better thickener.

[@jackcimino8822]

I want the Multi engine oscillator as its own iOS app!

[@WalyB01]

How does it do organ sounds?

[@billsrock11]

i want to buy this so bad,

[@kokopelli314]

Is there a rack mount?

[@Harveevideos]

I sooooo wish I could afford this synth

[@AlainHubert]

@3:35 what's the use of having an analog VU meter if its needle doesn't move at all ? Broken demo unit already ?

[@patrickmeyer556]

AlainHubert It only moves, if you use the LFO Comp?

[@AlainHubert]

@@patrickmeyer556 Look closely at that meter starting @3:35. The Gain knob is being tweaked but the needle on the meter never moves. Either this was an early prototype on which the VU meter wasn't yet functional, or perhaps it was defective?

[@luaPevitisoP]

5:05 slays me

[@TheoVoidTV]

This thing is nice but at this price I'm definitely going for the DSI I Rev 2 !!!!!!

[@akahandsdown]

WOW!

[@devonrocha]

thank U

[@Nikkibausch]

That was so journey just different enough so they don’t get a cw strike lol awesome I want this board just for that

[@Nikkibausch]

The others were like shiny toy guns 2006 awesomeness

[@supernatural802]

5:05 - I WANT IT.

[@SynthOSphere]

[REVERB and MOD activated] > makes a lot of impact, explaining why this sounds so cool. But it IS the sound that made me go WOW too ! I think this is a great synth, despite some obvious flaws. But I suposed Korg had to make decisions to keep it under 2000 (and 1500 for the 8) It all has to do with market strategy as well. Nevertheless, I think they're gonna sell bunch.

[@shadowseal22]

Like the other guy said, it's the mod and the verb that fill it out so much. The unison modes between the Prologue and the Rev2 are pretty similar for stuff like this. Given the slop on the Rev2 it can actually go dirtier, but it gets a little atonal at that point.

[@deviousxen]

Would be really great with more patchability for price tho.

[@wallyaudio]

So here's the ultimate analogue synth still unable to add randomness to the patches. As in the previous "logue" series there is no RANDOM (aka S/H) option in the LFO!

[@Kilomenjaro]

I'm definitely selling my Minilogue-XD for that! :D

[@napkinshoplifta5163]

Cool

[@themamba4131]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥