As a trailblazer among the 'instrumental gadgets' that allowed anyone to easily create melodies and phrases, the KAOSSILATOR gained a strong and dedicated user base, even among those without any performing experience. Today, the KAOSSILATOR continues to be enormously popular. Retaining these revolutionary features - while adding a wide variety of new ones as well - is the new KAOSSILATOR PRO. With 200 sound programs, a new Electribe-inspired gate arpeggiator, and four loop recording banks that can even record external audio sources, the KAOSSILATOR PRO is packed with features that make it ideal for both live performance and premium productions. In addition, USB connectivity with your computer and SD card memory storage allow the KAOSSILATOR PRO to be used not just for improvised performances, but also as a superbly intuitive, track-making music production tool.Main featuresKAOSS X-Y touchpad offers intuitive, realtime control200 sounds covering modern synth sounds such as lead and bass, and diverse acoustic sounds from piano to trumpet and beyondPCM samples provide dramatic drum kits and ready to rock percussion patternsVocoder programs deliver scintillating vocal effectsAccess up to eight of your favorite sounds instantly using the assignable Program Memory buttonsLoop Recording can layer both internal Program sounds and external audio overdubsFour Loop Record Banks each allow up to four measures of loop recording, with easy muting that allows expressive realtime layering and DJ-Style re-mixing - ideal for live performance.Gate Arpeggiator repeatedly triggers sounds in sync with the tempo. The slider controls either the gate time or gate speed.Choose a key and select one of 31 musical scales to easily create musical phrases. Limit the X-Y pad's note range for even more controlLoop data, user settings and Program Memories can be stored on SD cardDedicated software lets you manage loop data, MIDI assignments, and user settings from your computerPerforms double-duty as a MIDI controller for external equipment or software applicationsIntuitive X-Y touchpadUsing touchpad is highly intuitive - simply rub, stroke, or tap it to instantly create complex phrases with a single finger. Responding instantly to these gestures, the KAOSSILATOR PRO creates spontaneous changes that were difficult to produce on synthesizers of the past. Horizontal motions control the pitch, while the vertical axis can control tone parameters such as cutoff, feedback, or modulation depth. This makes it easy for anyone to create entirely original sounds and musical phrases.200 exciting programsKorg's synthesizer technology - acclaimed by top musicians around the world - has been carefully distilled into the KAOSSILATOR PRO. The versatile array of pro-level sounds includes synths, drums, FX and other instruments. These sounds complement all styles of electronic and dance music including techno, house, breaks, hip hop, R&B, reggae, and electro. There are also numerous acoustic instruments such as Piano, Trumpet, and Guitar, providing a further boost to your expressive resources. You can assign your favourite programs to the eight Program Memory buttons for instant recall, ensuring that your live performances will be smooth.Extensively enhanced drum sounds Rhythm can be the most important element when creating a phrase. In addition to the modeling synthesis borrowed from the original KAOSSILATOR, the KAOSSILATOR PRO provides a new PCM sound generator as well, offering even more realistic drum sounds arranged in kits across the X-Y pad. There are twenty different one-shot sounds for kick, snare, and hi-hat etc., as well as twenty-five rhythm loop patterns to spark your creativity.