Jim Heywood from @EarmonkeyMusic spent some time with the recently announced microKorg 2 - which offers a new synthesis engine, more effects and a looper.
The prototype model here did not have a full compliment of presets on board yet.
The microKorg 2 will be available "in several months" according to the Thomann website and priced at around £522 UK (its not yet listed on the Korg website)
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