Effect devices are essential to the sound creation process, and the Korg A2 stands out with its extensive selection of effects: 44 groups encompassing 102 effects, including reverb, distortion, exciter, and chorus. This includes 89 effects in 31 mono effect groups and 13 effects in 13 stereo effect groups.
For guitarists, the Korg A2 offers distortion/overdrive effect programs across 4 separate groups with 12 effect variations, such as “Super Distortion” and “Tube Overdrive.” Korg’s innovative digital signal processing technology faithfully replicates the overdrive sounds of actual amplifiers, delivering the authentic distortion guitarists expect.
The modulation/delay group includes programs like “Multi-tap Chorus” and “Multi-tap Delay,” allowing for a wide range of sound manipulation from subtle to extreme. The “Stereo Exciter” program lets you adjust low and high frequencies for a dynamic stereo effect, ideal for enhancing keyboard sounds or recording studio use.
The Korg A2 ensures smooth transitions between parameter values through precise incremental control and eliminates signal impurities with Digital Noise Reduction. By keeping the signal entirely within the digital domain during processing, the A2 achieves exceptionally clear and quiet sound reproduction.
Simultaneous Use of Up to 6 Effects with Extensive Signal Routing and 97 Effect Chains
The Korg A2 offers comprehensive parameter editing and bypass capabilities for its various effect programs. It can memorize signal routing patterns for the effects and store up to 200 programs (100 internal and 100 on card memory) for instant recall.
The Korg A2’s effect chains can include up to 6 effects, providing a capacity that surpasses conventional single effect units. It comes with 21 preset stereo chains and 76 additional chains. The flexible routing options allow effects to be linked in series (one after another) or in parallel (two independent signal lines used simultaneously).
These routing patterns accommodate every kind of signal processing application, from standard setups to unique special effects. In addition to a line input for guitars, the Korg A2 has stereo inputs for keyboards and line-level signals from sources like multitrack tape recorders.
Expansion Capability: Memory and Data Cards
New chains and parameter settings can be stored on an MCR-03 RAM card or in the internal memory. This extensive storage capacity makes the A2 an incredibly versatile tool, whether used as a powerful guitar effects device or a sophisticated studio processor. The Korg A2’s range of separately available effects cards and built-in functions offer virtually unlimited expansion potential, ensuring that it will remain relevant and useful for years to come.
Uncompromising Sound Quality: Total Digital Signal Processing
The Korg A2 utilizes a specially developed DSP IC for multiple effect processing, maintaining a completely digital signal throughout. This design eliminates the signal degradation and noise that can occur with repeated A/D and D/A conversions in traditional effect units. The result is unmatched clarity and dynamic range, preserving the integrity of the original sound source. Additionally, the 4-times oversampling digital filter enhances overall sound quality.
Flexible, Sophisticated Operation
With the special FC6 foot controller and cable, users can fully control various functions, including switching effects on and off, adjusting effect volumes, and storing effect programs. This ensures smooth and immediate operation in both studio and live performance settings. The A2 also features a performance play function that allows instant recall of up to six parameters for each program via a single footswitch.
MIDI Double function editing controls and external MIDI control options further enhance its flexibility. The Korg A2’s advanced operational modes, detailed parameter settings, and user-friendly LCD display, along with a compare function that lets you hear differences as you edit parameters, make it a highly sophisticated and adaptable effects processor.
