Korg EK-50 Entertainer Keyboard

The Korg EK-50 Entertainer Keyboard is an all-in-one 61-key arranger keyboard designed to make music creation enjoyable, intuitive, and inspiring for players of all skill levels. Combining high-quality instrument sounds, automatic accompaniment styles, onboard speakers, recording capabilities, and simple operation, the EK-50 allows anyone to perform with the sound and feel of a complete band.

Whether you're learning your first songs, performing live, composing original music, or entertaining at home, the EK-50 provides everything needed in one portable instrument. Its intelligent accompaniment system automatically follows your playing, generating professional backing arrangements in real time while you focus on melodies and performance.

Featuring over 700 sounds, more than 280 preset styles, integrated stereo speakers, USB connectivity, and battery operation, the EK-50 is an ideal solution for beginners, hobbyists, educators, and performing musicians seeking an easy-to-use and versatile arranger keyboard.

Key Features

• 61 velocity-sensitive keys with adjustable touch response
• Stereo PCM sound engine with over 702 instrument sounds
• 41 drum kits including GM-compatible sound sets
• More than 280 preset accompaniment styles
• 64 dedicated Music Styles for instant song performance
• Over 170 keyboard sets for quick sound selection
• 64-note maximum polyphony
• Professional arranger functions with intros, variations, fills, and endings
• Real-time song recording and playback capabilities
• MP3 and WAV audio playback via USB storage
• Powerful built-in stereo speaker system with 10W + 10W amplification
• USB connectivity for computers and external storage devices
• Battery-powered operation for portable performances
• Integrated set lists for instant performance recall

Automatic Accompaniment That Plays Along With You

The EK-50's arranger engine automatically generates complete backing tracks based on the chords you play. Professional rhythm sections featuring drums, bass, guitar, piano, strings, and additional accompaniment parts follow your performance in real time, making solo playing sound like a full band performance.

Each style includes multiple variations, intros, fills, breaks, and endings, allowing performances to evolve naturally and professionally.

Over 700 High-Quality Sounds

Powered by Korg's Stereo PCM sound engine, the EK-50 provides a comprehensive collection of more than 702 instrument sounds and 41 drum kits. The extensive sound library includes:

• Acoustic and electric pianos
• Organs and keyboards
• Strings and orchestral instruments
• Brass and woodwind instruments
• Synthesizers and electronic sounds
• Guitars and basses
• Percussion and drum kits
• World and ethnic instruments

The wide range of sounds allows musicians to explore multiple genres, from pop and rock to jazz, orchestral arrangements, and world music performances.

Professional Styles and Music Genres

The EK-50 comes equipped with over 280 professionally produced accompaniment styles covering a broad range of musical genres. The dedicated Music Style function allows users to instantly recall song-ready setups optimized for specific musical styles and performance situations.

Each accompaniment style includes:

• 2 Intro sections
• 4 Main variations
• 2 Fill-ins
• Count-in and Break functions
• 2 Ending variations
• Sync Start and Sync Stop
• Tap Tempo functionality

Powerful Built-In Speaker System

The EK-50 features an integrated stereo speaker system delivering 10 watts per channel through dual bass-reflex speakers. The built-in amplification produces rich, clear, and balanced sound suitable for home practice, rehearsals, classrooms, and small performances.

Eight speaker EQ presets allow users to optimize sound reproduction for various environments and musical styles.

Recording and Audio Playback

The onboard sequencer enables real-time recording of performances, allowing users to capture ideas and create complete songs directly within the keyboard. The recorder supports up to 999 songs and uses a 12-track architecture consisting of keyboard and accompaniment parts.

The integrated audio player supports MP3 and WAV playback directly from USB storage devices, enabling musicians to practice, perform with backing tracks, and enjoy listening to music through the keyboard's speaker system.

Designed for Learning and Performance

The EK-50 is equally suitable for beginners and experienced musicians. The intuitive control panel provides immediate access to sounds, styles, accompaniment functions, recording features, and performance settings without requiring extensive menu navigation.

Integrated set lists allow players to store and instantly recall favorite setups, making the instrument ideal for live performances and multi-song sets.

Flexible Connectivity

The keyboard offers comprehensive connectivity options for both home and professional applications:

• USB TO HOST port for computer connectivity
• USB TO DEVICE port for flash memory devices
• Stereo audio input for external devices
• Stereo line outputs for amplifiers and PA systems
• Headphone output for silent practice
• Foot controller input for expanded performance control
• USB MIDI communication

Technical Specifications

• Keyboard: 61 velocity-sensitive keys
• Touch Response: Soft, Medium, Hard, Fixed
• Sound Engine: Stereo PCM
• Maximum Polyphony: 64 voices
• Sounds: Over 702 sounds
• Drum Kits: 41
• Keyboard Sets: More than 170
• Styles: More than 280 preset styles
• Music Styles: 64
• Effects: 34 effect types with 148 variations
• Sequencer: Up to 999 songs, 12-track recording
• Audio Playback: MP3 and WAV support
• Amplification: 10W × 2
• Speakers: Dual 120 mm bass-reflex speakers
• Speaker EQ: 8 presets
• MIDI: USB MIDI
• Display: Backlit custom LCD
• USB Ports: USB TO HOST and USB TO DEVICE
• Power Supply: Included AC adapter or 8 AA batteries
• Battery Life: Approximately 7 hours
• Dimensions: 994 × 392 × 132 mm
• Weight: 7.5 kg

Included Accessories

• AC power adapter
• Sheet music stand
• Quick Start Guide

Ideal Applications

• Learning and music education
• Home entertainment and practice
• Songwriting and composition
• Solo live performances
• Rehearsals and small events
• Arranger keyboard performance
• Portable music production setups
• Family and recreational music making

Summary

The Korg EK-50 Entertainer Keyboard combines high-quality sounds, intelligent automatic accompaniment, integrated speakers, recording functions, and exceptional ease of use in one versatile instrument. With over 700 sounds, more than 280 accompaniment styles, powerful built-in speakers, USB connectivity, and portable battery operation, the EK-50 provides an enjoyable and inspiring musical experience for beginners and experienced players alike.