Upgrading the Korg DSS-1
US Underrated synth/sampler gets a facelift 16/09/24The Korg DSS-1 is a polyphonic sampling synthesizer released by Korg in 1986. it was Korg's initial entry into the sampling market, combining sampling, additive synthesis, and waveform drawing. In this video, KaysLabs makes some modifications and upgrades to the machine, which includes: replacing the display, adding a Gotek USB emulator drive, cleaning the joystick and keyboard, replacing all buttons, and a giving it a general service. A nice overview of how looking after your gear makes it last a lot longer!
A jam is upcoming on his channel soon. More from him here KaysLabs
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