NAMM 2025: Kurzweil's New K2088 & K2061 Synths

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"At NAMM 2025, we caught up with Fran from Kurzweil, who introduced us to their latest offerings, the K2088 and *K2061*. These new models aimed to recreate the classic K2000 feel with modern advancements. Kurzweil focused on integrating a vast library of sounds from the K2000 era, packing over 2,000 programs and 500 multis. You could expect enhanced polyphony with 256 voices and extensive synth capabilities, including a sophisticated FM engine.

Incorporating the famed Fatar TP9 keybed, the new synths supported regular aftertouch but skipped on polyphonic options, concentrating on delivering solid synth action. Features like a 16-track sequencer remained intact, although missing USB audio support--a detail reserved for high-end models like the K2700. The models boasted four outputs for extensive routing options and had generous sample storage, loaded with 2GB user-loadable space. Although some software DSP algorithms are missing, most classic Kurzweil sounds remain playable with enhanced modern effects."