Korg is set to unveil the PS-3300 FS, a full-scale reissue of the ultra-rare polyphonic analog synthesizer originally designed in 1977, at NAMM 2024. The new version will feature 49 keys and 49 voices, offering 147 synth voices, and will include modern additions such as patch memory and a dedicated librarian app. The prototype will be showcased at NAMM 2024, with availability and pricing details yet to be announced.
Korg has announced the Opsix mk II synthesizer, a refresh of its popular Opsix FM synthesizer, featuring a boost in polyphony to 64 voices, new sound components, analog-style filters, and a programmable step sequencer. The synthesizer is fully compatible with the original Opsix and integrates with Korg's dedicated software suite, offering full access to numerous sound libraries. Priced at $700, the Opsix mk II will be available in March, alongside other new products teased by Korg at NAMM 2024.
Gibson has relaunched its guitar amps line with the Falcon 5 and Falcon 20, compact tube amp combos designed with input from Randall Smith and his Mesa/Boogie R&D team. These amps, inspired by a classic ‘60s design, feature power scaling, tube-driven spring reverb, and footswitchable tremolo. The Falcon 20 offers Multi-Watt technology with three different wiring options, while the Falcon 5 is a single-ended Class A amplifier. Both amps are portable, equipped with a DI output, and reasonably priced, with the Falcon 5 at $1,499 and the Falcon 20 at $1,799.
Yamaha unveils the SEQTRAK, a sleek and portable groovebox featuring a drum machine, synthesizer, sampler, and sequencer, with DNA from its DX and AMW2-powered instruments. Priced at $599, it offers four sound-generating sections, including a sample-based drum machine, synthesizer sections, and a sampler, along with an effects section and a step sequencer with up to 128 steps. The device also features connectivity options such as Bluetooth MIDI, Wi-Fi, MIDI in/out, USB-C, aux-in, and headphone out, making it a compelling option for music creators.
