to adjust the level of the EMX-1’s output signal being sent through the vacuum tubes, controlling the smooth distortion and rich overtone structure that vacuum tubes add to the sound. Even at lower volume levels, you can adjust the TUBE GAIN to enjoy great tube-quality sound in any situation.

Process external audio sources

You can connect an audio source to the audio in jack, and process that sound using the internal filter and on-board effects.

Two-channel individual output jacks

In addition to the L/MONO and R main stereo audio outputs, you can route any combination of parts to the two independent audio outputs.

Auto BPM detection

The EMX-1 can automatically detect the tempo of an audio source connected to the audio in jack, and apply that tempo to the current pattern. Of course, you can also use tap tempo to input the tempo, or synchronize to an external MIDI clock.

SmartMedia™ slot

Patterns and songs you create on the EMX-1 can be saved on SmartMedia™.

Arpeggiator

Use the ribbon controller and slider for intuitive and hands-on control of automatically generated arpeggios.

Display

The large back-lit LCD keeps you informed of the operating status and provides other information.

Pattern writing on-the fly

If you unexpectedly come up with a cool pattern or riff while playing patterns, you can write and save the pattern without stopping your perfor- mance.

Saving your data on the EMX-1

The patterns and songs you edit and create on the EMX-1 will be lost (the patterns and songs will return to their un-edited state) if you select a new pattern or song, or turn off the power before saving your changes.

If you want to save a pattern or song that you created or edited, or changes you made to global data, you must perform the Write operation.

You can always restore all songs and patterns to the factory settings if desired (☞ p.89 “Restoring the factory settings”).

About the vacuum tubes

Do not attempt to remove, replace or change the tubes in the EMX-1. The tubes are not a user serviceable part.

What is ?

VALVE FORCE is KORG’s proprietary vacuum tube audio technology. The VALVE FORCE system provides the smooth distortion and rich overtone structure that is uniquely characteristic of analog tube circuitry. By providing the tube circuit with its own gain control, the VALVE FORCE system delivers excellent tonal quality in any situation.

What is ? (Multi Modeling Technology)

KORG’s new cutting-edge MMT (Multi Modeling Technology) engine is based on the vast knowledge aquired from years of DSP development — development that created the Proph- ecy, Z1, MS2000, OASYS PCI and Electribe se- ries. This technology provides amazingly advanced sound possibilities while maintaing the simple operation that has been the hallmark of the Electribe series.

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