Korg wavestate Synthesizer Rack Mount Module

The Korg Wavestate Module brings next-level wave sequencing and dynamic sound design to your studio or stage in a compact 19-inch desktop/rackmount format. Powered by Wave Sequencing 2.0, this module delivers ever-evolving, expressive sounds with hands-on control, perfect for music producers, composers, and electronic musicians. Built from the ground up for modern performance and production, Wavestate combines modular synth flexibility, groove box sequencing, and algorithmic composition in a versatile, professional-grade synthesizer module.

Features

• Wavestate Module delivers 120 stereo voices of polyphony for rich, layered sounds.
• Updated LFOs include freewheeling, delayed start, and retrigger options for versatile modulation.
• New modulation sources expand creative sound design possibilities.
• 4U rackmount enclosure is portable and fits easily into studio or desktop setups.
• Panel mirrors the keyboard model controls for intuitive hands-on operation.
• Fully compatible with original Wavestate, Wavestate mkII, Wavestate SE, and Wavestate native software sounds.
• Supports a wide range of third-party sound libraries.
• MIDI 2.0 property exchange and polyphonic aftertouch provide advanced expressive control.
• Updated factory sounds include polyphonic aftertouch modulation and channel aftertouch support.
• Rack-mount and desktop design allows flexible installation and adjustable panel angles.
• Recessed rear jack panel provides easy cable access even when mounted in a rack.
• Desktop setup options allow flat or upright panel positioning for performance or studio work.

Specifications

Polyphony
Maximum Polyphony: 120 stereo voices

Sound Generation
System: Wave Sequencing 2.0
Maximum Polyphony (per program): 96 stereo voices
Included Sounds: 261 Performances, 799 Programs, 1,042 Wave Sequences
User Storage: Tens of thousands of user Performances

Structure
Performance: 4 Layers, Reverb, EQ; all edits stored in Performance (saving as separate Programs, Wave Sequences optional)
Layer: Program, Arpeggiator, Key and Velocity Zones
Program: Wave Sequence, Filter, Amp, Pre FX, Mod FX, Delay

Filters
2-pole LPF, 2-pole HPF, 2-pole BPF, 2-pole Band Reject
4-pole LPF, 4-pole HPF, 4-pole BPF, 4-pole Band Reject
Multi Filter, MS-20 LPF, MS-20 HPF, Polysix

Modulation
Controllers: Mod Wheel, Pitch Wheel, Vector Joystick X/Y, 8x Program/Performance Mod Knobs
Other Sources: 3x Envelopes, Vector Envelope, 3x LFOs, 2x Mod Processors, 2x Key Track, Step Sequencer Lane, Step Pulse, Tempo, Program/Performance Note Count, Program/Performance Voice Count, Poly Legato, Velocity, Exponential Velocity, Release Velocity, Gate/Gate+Damper, Note-On Trigger/Note-On Trigger+Damper, Note Number, Aftertouch/Poly Aftertouch (external MIDI only), MIDI CCs +/-, MIDI CCs +
Destinations: Most parameters can be modulated, including parameters of individual Wave Sequence Steps, with over 1,000 potential modulation targets per Program depending on Wave Sequence length

Effects
Pre FX: Decimator, Graphic EQ, Guitar Amp, Modern Compressor, Parametric EQ, Red Compressor, Ring Modulator, Tremolo, Wave Shaper
Mod FX: Black Chorus/Flanger, Black Phase, CX-3 Vibrato Chorus, EP Chorus, Harmonic Chorus, Modern Chorus, Modern Phaser, Orange Phase, Polysix Ensemble, Small Phase, Talking Modulator, Vintage Chorus, Vintage Flanger, Vintage/Custom Wah, Vox Wah
Delay: L/C/R Delay, Multiband Mod Delay, Reverse Delay, Stereo/Cross Delay, Tape Echo
Reverb: Early Reflections, Overb Performance
EQ: 4-band parametric EQ

Inputs/Outputs
Headphone: 6.3 mm stereo phone jack
OUTPUT L/MONO and R: Impedance-balanced 6.3 mm TRS phone jacks
DAMPER: 6.3 mm phone jack
MIDI: IN and OUT connectors
USB: USB B port

Power
Power Supply: AC adapter (DC12V, 2500mA)
Power Consumption: 5 W