Korg MS-10
Item
Model
Korg MS-10
Make
Korg
Type
Analog Semi-modular Synth
Description
The Korg MS-10 is an analog semi-modular synth produced by Korg in 1978. It is considered the cheaper little brother of the more well know MS-20, containing similar tools in a smaller package. Despite being more limited, it can produce plenty of interesting sounds all on its’ own, and its’ patchbay allows for routing signals and interfacing with other synths.
The core of the MS-10 is it’s lone oscillator. It has a 6 octave range, and allows you to select between 4 different waveforms (triangle, sawtooth, square, and white noise). Using the frequency modulation section, you can attenuate modulation of the oscillator’s frequency using the internal LFO and envelope generator. You can plug in an external signal to modulate it as well by routing it into the frequency input on the patchbay (ex. Using white noise or the pitch wheel). The filter on the MS-10 is the same lowpass filter on the MS-20, which is known for it’s very unique sound. By turning up the resonance, the synth begins to distort and add warbly overtones to the sound. This filter circuit is one of the most beloved in the world of electronic instruments, and it’s easy to see why. Like the oscillator, you have attenuated control of the filter’s frequency modulation. The LFO on the MS-10 is a waveshapeable oscillator that goes from barely moving and up to almost audio rate. The Envelope Generator is a typical ADSR envelope but also features a hold function. The MS-20 is a much more typical monophonic synthesizer than other pieces in TIMARA’s possession. By default, the keyboard triggers the envelope generator, which opens the VCA and determines the pitch of the oscillator based on a 12 tone scale. Just by turning the volume knob, this turns on the synth and it should be ready to go straight off the bat.
The core of the MS-10 is it’s lone oscillator. It has a 6 octave range, and allows you to select between 4 different waveforms (triangle, sawtooth, square, and white noise). Using the frequency modulation section, you can attenuate modulation of the oscillator’s frequency using the internal LFO and envelope generator. You can plug in an external signal to modulate it as well by routing it into the frequency input on the patchbay (ex. Using white noise or the pitch wheel). The filter on the MS-10 is the same lowpass filter on the MS-20, which is known for it’s very unique sound. By turning up the resonance, the synth begins to distort and add warbly overtones to the sound. This filter circuit is one of the most beloved in the world of electronic instruments, and it’s easy to see why. Like the oscillator, you have attenuated control of the filter’s frequency modulation. The LFO on the MS-10 is a waveshapeable oscillator that goes from barely moving and up to almost audio rate. The Envelope Generator is a typical ADSR envelope but also features a hold function. The MS-20 is a much more typical monophonic synthesizer than other pieces in TIMARA’s possession. By default, the keyboard triggers the envelope generator, which opens the VCA and determines the pitch of the oscillator based on a 12 tone scale. Just by turning the volume knob, this turns on the synth and it should be ready to go straight off the bat.
Access
Those who have permission to use Studio 4
Location
Studio 4 Synth Table
