Korg KRONOS 73-Key Music Workstation Keyboard
Brand
KORG
Professional touring keyboardists, session musicians, and studio sound designers require an uncompromised, top-tier synthesizer workstation that delivers immense multi-gigabyte sample realism and deep synthesis modeling inside a highly portable chassis. Full-sized 88-key keyboards are often too bulky and heavy for frequent transport, while standard 61-key configurations lack the weighted action and pitch range required for serious acoustic and electric piano performance. The Korg KRONOS 73-Key Flagship Synthesizer Workstation masterfully satisfies these performance requirements. By packing Korg's entire unmatched nine-engine flagship sound architecture and premium Japanese RH3 weighted hammer-action keybed into a compact, space-saving 73-note layout, this workstation provides a masterfully balanced gigging platform with zero compromises in processing power.
The KORG KRONOS 73 is the original 73-key incarnation of Korg’s flagship workstation, engineered to provide the full, uncompromising power of the nine-engine architecture in a footprint that is significantly more portable than the 88-key model. Featuring the same premium RH-3 (Real Weighted Hammer Action 3) keybed as its larger sibling, it offers the perfect balance of professional tactile response and weight-saving portability, making it a favorite for gigging professionals who refuse to sacrifice piano-like control for mobility.
Flagship Power in a Portable Frame
Despite its more compact 73-key design, the KRONOS 73 delivers the identical processing capability of the original KRONOS 88. With nine integrated sound engines—including the HD-1 High Definition Synth, the SGX-1 Premium Piano, and the AL-1 Analog Modeling engine—this workstation is a fully equipped creative studio. It allows for effortless layering and complex sound design, ensuring that your creative workflow remains unhindered, whether you are in the studio or on the road.
Professional Workflow and Intuitive Control
The KRONOS 73 is designed for intuitive operation, centered around the 8-inch color TouchView display. With "Touch-Drag" technology, managing patches, effects, and modulation is faster and more precise than ever. The instrument includes powerful production tools such as KARMA technology for generative accompaniment, a 16-track MIDI sequencer, and 16-track audio recording, providing everything you need to compose and produce professional-quality music inside a single, reliable instrument.
Durability and Professional Integration
Built for the rigors of professional touring, the KRONOS 73 combines robust construction with a versatile array of connectivity options. Its pro-level I/O includes balanced audio outputs, S/PDIF digital connectivity, and dedicated real-time control knobs, sliders, and switches. Its integration into any professional keyboard rig or DAW setup is seamless, making it the essential, mobile foundation for high-end production and performance.
Key Features and Consumer Benefits
- 73-Key RH-3 Action: Premium weighted hammer action keyboard provides professional-grade feel and portability.
- Nine Integrated Sound Engines: A complete, professional sound design ecosystem in a highly portable 73-key chassis.
- Advanced Sequencing & Recording: Built-in 16-track MIDI and audio recording for complete, in-the-box song production.
- Intuitive TouchView Interface: 8-inch color display for effortless navigation of patches, effects, and sequencing.
- Interactive Performance Tools: KARMA technology and drum tracks provide dynamic, real-time accompaniment.
- Professional Connectivity: High-fidelity balanced outputs and digital connectivity for seamless studio and stage integration.
Technical Specifications
| Specification Feature | Product Detail Value |
|---|---|
| Official Hardware Model | KRONOS 73 (Original Workstation) |
| Keyboard | 73-key RH-3 Weighted Hammer Action |
| Sound Engines | 9 Engines (HD-1, SGX-1, AL-1, CX-3, STR-1, MOD-7, MS-20EX, PolysixEX, EP-1) |
| Display | 8-inch Color TouchView Display |
| Connectivity | Balanced Audio Outs, S/PDIF, USB, MIDI I/O, Pedal Inputs |
| Total Dimensions | 1,221 mm (W) x 371 mm (D) x 148 mm (H) | 48.07" x 14.61" x 5.83" |
| Net Hardware Weight | 21.1 kg | 46.52 lbs |
| Keyboard Keys | 73 |
|---|---|
| Brands | KORG |
