Korg 770 - The Smut Box

video upload by Alex Ball

"A look at the Korg 770 monophonic synthesizer from 1976, an incredibly grubby sounding instrument that I've dubbed 'the smut box'. In this video we explore what it sounds like and why.

0:00 Intro
1:23 Demo1 - Ring Me
2:10 Demo 2 - Tweedle Dee
3:05 Demo 3 - Sister Transistor
4:04 Why it sounds the way it does 5:36 Demo 4 - Distant Traveler
6:34 Summary

A note: I said in the video that this synth was the last of the first generation of Korg monosynths (miniKORG 700/700S, maxiKORG 800DV, SB100, 900PS) but have since realised that the M500 came out in 1977 that does still use the 'traveler'. However, that is a very limited preset synth and I'm sure you can see what I mean by the lineage from miniKORG to the MS range.

Thank you to the owner of various instruments used."

Vintage 1970’s Korg MiniKORG 700S Analog Synthesizer SN 770430

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"The Korg MiniKORG 700S analog synthesizer is a two oscillator version of Korg's first analog synth, the MiniKORG 700. It features three ring modulators and a vibrato effect.

Made in Japan

Serial# 770430"

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Korg MiniKORG 700s (Serviced) SN 790212

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"This one is in fantastic condition over all. Fully serviced, recapped and cleaned internally along with a 3 prong grounded AC power cable. This is the dual oscillator model with all of the bells and whistles."

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Korg Minikorg 700s

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"Original Korg Minikorg 700s 70’s classic synthesiser serial number 790212. Completely unique synth being the rarer updated S’ model, twin oscillator C1974. Released a year or so after the original single oscillator one."

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The First Synthesizer Ever Made In Japan, Remade: miniKORG 700FS Monophonic Synthesizer

video upload by Patchwerks

"In this video Tom Butcher of Patchwerks takes us on a deep dive of the Korg700FS, a beautifully crafted mono synthesizer.

Back To The Future:
a limited edition authentic revival of the miniKORG 700.
The miniKORG 700 was KORG’s first mass-produced monophonic synthesizer released in 1973 at a time when the form of synthesizers as musical instruments had not been fully established. After a lot of experimentation the miniKORG 700 arrived bringing the world of synthesizers to a wide group of users by offering simple operations that could producing extreme changes in sound, and was championed by a strong base of admiring musicians.

The miniKORG 700FS is an authentic revival of the miniKORG 700S, (an improved version of the miniKORG 700) that was released the following year. The revised miniKORG 700FS offers added functionality such as an arpeggiator, spring reverb and aftertouch. The miniKORG 700FS is a fully-realized analog synthesizer that was developed in conjunction with the original designer, Fumio Mieda.

Order the MiniKORG 700FS here: https://bit.ly/minikorg_700fs

https://patchwerks.com/
Demo by: Tom Butcher
Video by: Matthew Piecora
https://www.ezbot.live"

Korg miniKORG 700S VST "Type73" Soundset 64 Presets

video upload by LFOstore

"The Origin of the KORG Synthesizers is Revived in Software: miniKORG 700S

The miniKORG 700S for Mac and Windows is a faithful reproduction of the original analog hardware, with powerful new features only possible in software.

Now the unique sounds and capabilities of this historic KORG synthesizer can be enjoyed on your computer.

Buy soundset: https://lfo.sellfy.store/p/korg-minik...

'Type73' Soundset contains 64 patches with wide range of sounds:

Arp & Sequence
Motion
Atmospheric Sounds
Soft Synths
SE/Complex

Made by LFO.store member, Alexander Kav aka. Nucleus from Saint Petersburg."

Korg MiniKORG 700S

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"Korg minikorg 700S in exceptional condition. Serviced in 2021"

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Korg MiniKORG 700S SN 0066

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"Korg / Univox MiniKorg 700 Analog Synth. Full working condition. It was just internally calibrated by an analog tech. Filters, LFO, Scale Range all calibrated and it plays / sounds amazing. This has the most wicked leads and basses. SO many bands used this synth on session and gigs. I've owned or still own just about every analog synth made... this korg sounds like no other, and no other does what it does.. the closest ive found was with a Korg 770.. which is double this price and crazy hard to find."

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Mini-Korg K-2 Rescue!

video upload by Jeremy Parker

00:00 Title
00:29 Intro
02:56 History
08:21 Michael Lunn
15:12 Demo
19:11 Initial Inspection
22:11 Disassembly & Electronics
27:34 Sheet Metal
29:02 Capacitors & Re-assembly
32:24 Problems
34:13 Cosmetics & Final Details
43:42 Outro & 80's Jam

"This time I'm going DEEP into the Univox Mini-Korg K-2 (a.k.a. Mini-Korg 700s), including the history, the story behind the family member who passed it down to me, a demonstration of the synth, the extensive restoration effort, and finally a rad 80's song with my friend and amazing guitarist, Justin Piper.

I'd like to thank family and friends that helped with this whole project, including the Lunn Family, Kadrolsha Ona Carole, Mary Champagne, Kristin Parker, Craig Parker, and Justin Piper.
https://justinpiper.com/home

Here are some of the resources/companies that made this possible:
metal-work/repair - https://www.apluschelmsford.com/
sheet metal powder-coating/silkscreen - https://jmd.industries/
audio tape restoration and digitizing - https://www.sonicraft.com/

Here's a great video on the Mini-Korg by Alex Ball that just came out, with more details on the history: [posted here]

Here are my sources of information and images as credited in the video: http://retrosynthads.blogspot.com/
http://vintageunivox.com/
https://www.soundonsound.com/music-business/history-korg-part-1
https://en.audiofanzine.com/
https://www.matrixsynth.com/
https://www.epicurious.com/
https://reel2reeltexas.com/
http://neatdesigns.net/
http://nemo-newengland.blogspot.com/
http://conradhoffman.com/capchecktut.htm
walnut finishing tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zT4h..."

Korg miniKORG 700FS Review - A Sound Designers Thoughts.

video upload by GEOSynths

"Originally issued in 1974, the 700S was the 2nd in Family, with the 700 being released the year prior. The 700S had an extra Oscillator and an added Ring Modulator with a variety of settings.

Korg have painstakingly crafted the limited edition re-issue, however they've added some great new features, such as Patch Storage, Spring Reverb and the ability to record all the Knobs, Sliders and Switches over USB Midi.

It also comes in a beautiful styled Case and lets face it, you've never going to get a Vintage in this condition and with a warranty."

Also see Korg miniKORG 700FS - One Synth, One Track

Korg 700S Minikorg Vintage Analog Synthesizer w/ KENTON CV Gate

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"Fully Serviced and calibrated last year. Professional fitted Kenton cv / gate kit (hz/v) and positive trigger (Roland style gate) The cv/ gate kit enables the user to sequence and operate the synthesizer via a external unit such as an Auturia beatstep or keystep The 700s model is an upgraded version of korgs first synth (the 700 ) with additional sounds and envelope functions"

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Korg miniKORG 700FS Synthesizer - We've Been Waiting For This Synth For So Long!

video upload by Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech

See the dealers on the right for availability.

"The Korg miniKORG 700FS preserves the originals unique voicing of the 700S, and delivers current-day functionality to create a timeless design. This synth is always sold-out and in such high demand, so don't hesitate if you want it because you may never see it in a shop.

⏰ Timestamps ⏰
» 0:00 Intro Jam
» 2:04 What Are We Looking at Today?
» 2:57 Let's Go Over The Presets
» 4:24 Let's Go Over the MiniKorg's Features & Controls
» 10:30 Real Spring Reverb!
» 12:06 A Rainbow of Tones!
» 15:32 Final Thoughts
» 16:15 Let's Jam Out!"

Korg MiniKORG 700S K2 SN 00538 w/ CV & Gate

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"korg 700s mini korg, with added CV and gate inputs for sequencing. This was serviced in 2019 by Belltone Synth Works in Philadelphia, one of the best service tech groups on the East Coast."

One pic of the inside.

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miniKORG 700FS - Quick Demo

video upload by ltpstan

"A quick demo on the new miniKORG 700FS with Kitaro Signature Sounds.
This version is true to Original miniKORG 700S, the distorted 'Triangle' wave is heard here.
The filter compared to the KORG 800DV is much resonant and aggressive. After hearing it myself, the miniKORG 700FS has a more 'Quirky' filter than the 800DV.
@Kitaro"

Kitaro 喜多郎 - Wings 翼 Cover

video upload by ltpstan

"Initially, I was inspired by the live version of 'Wings', in how Kitaro managed to improvise throughout the whole piece live amazes me when I listened for the first time. Now, this project have been left for awhile which I wanted to do for a long time, now I feel it is the right time to release it together with the improvisation. In the end, it came out quite nicely, enjoy it! Thank you!

ps: I am arranging my set up and anticipating the new miniKORG700FS (late August) to be put up above the Korg 800DV. That's why the Juno106 is at the other rack."

This one was spotted and sent in via Soviet Space Child.

And a couple more:

Kitaro 喜多郎 - Magical Sand Dance 神秘なる砂の舞 Cover

"Another great song by Kitaro.
This rendition is between the different live versions. It includes a break in between for the continous rhythm.
This is also one of my favourites. Glad to make it into a cover.
This will be the last cover for the year as things will get busy.

Produced on Logic Pro X
Leads: Korg 800DV & Juno 106
Drums: Logic Pro X
Synth Bass: Logic Pro X
Strings: Logic Pro X
Choir: Logic Pro X
Guitar: Logic Pro X"

Kitaro 喜多郎 - Free Flight 飛翔 Cover


"I always like the 'Live in Yakushiji' version of 'Free Flight'. This version has an epic ending.
This time, I tried to attempt a short version of this song.
Most of the sounds are from the Korg 01/W: Animotion pad (combi), Choir.

There was a slight fumbling in-between the changing of sounds (800DV to 700S Square) but I did not want to cut off the video as I wanted to retain all in one shot.

Fun Fact: This Korg 800DV was one of the earlier units produced from my research. Also, the later units have the smaller logo at the right instead of the larger one, at the left side. This units does not have the Pedal connector input (VCF FK-1) like the later production units."

KORG miniKORG 700FS (2021) Limited Release Demos by Y.O.P. channel

"The "miniKORG 700S" released in the 1970s was reprinted by KORG in a limited production. I got it, so I made a review video immediately.
This synthesizer was the "first synthesizer" I first encountered when I was in high school. The feelings I wanted at that time will come true now! Thank you Korg.
I think it's a very attractive instrument, such as "It's a genuine analog synth that isn't found in recent digital synths." "At the same time, it has features that couldn't be realized in the 1970s." ..

This instrument looks very small, but it's heavy enough to slip out! !!

A toast to the revival of a famous machine that will throw a stone in the way musical instruments should be!"

Note this playist includes some extra videos, but primarily featured the miniKORG 700FS at the time of this post.

1970's Univox K2 Mini-Korg 2 (Korg 700s) Mono Synth

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"Sometimes simple is best. This buzzy all analog beast slays, despite the fact it looks like it should be sitting on top of Grandma's Hammond organ.

Recently cleaned internally along with a replaced power switch.

This is the final, and most rare, version of the Mini-Korg which adds a 'Fine Tune' slider, for the second oscillator."

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Korg Collection 3 | Prophecy VST | Categorized Preview

video upload by Simon Le Grec

"KORG Collection 3 introduces three new software recreations to the world: KORG's first mass-produced analog synthesizer, the miniKORG 700S, the MOSS Tone Generator-powered Prophecy, and the Triton Extreme, the vacuum tube-equipped high point of the Triton series. KORG Collection 3 has now expanded to be a thrilling collection of iconic sounds from the '70s, '80s, '90s, and '00s.

* Equipped with Oscillator Models from the MOSS Synthesis Engine.
* Two Signal Routing Paths Offer Incredible Variety.
* Sound Programs that Cover a Wide Range of Styles.
* GUI with a Focus on the Ease of Use Unique to Software.
* A free demo version is also available.

Physical Modeling
The physical modeling oscillator includes the three types below. All types feature the wide tonal range that is unique to physical modeling.

Brass Model Oscillator
This oscillator simulates brass instruments such as trumpets and trombones. It uses controllers like key velocity and mod wheel to modulate the strength of blowing into the mouthpiece, and can create performances that are similar to real brass instruments.

Reed Model Oscillator
This oscillator simulates woodwind instruments like saxophones and flutes. It uses controllers like key velocity and mod wheel to modulate the wind pressure, and can create performances that are similar to real woodwind instruments.

Plucked String Oscillator
This oscillator simulates plucked string instruments like guitar and bass. It can model different methods of picking the string, like using a pick or fingers, as well as modelling the condition of the strings, and the positions of strings that are played.

There are 128 preset programs, broken up into 14 categories. There is also a category for user programs, a favorites bank for registering your most used sounds, and program change mapping. The two optional expansion cards sold for the original hardware are also available: ANALOG & VINTAGE, which features 64 analog-style bass, lead, and special effect sounds, and MODERN MODELS, which contains 64 programs of acoustic instruments that do not exist, wind instrument sounds, and sounds that take full advantage of the expressive capabilities of the synth.

Chapter:
00:00 Hard Synth Lead
01:53 Soft Synth Lead
03:04 Synth Bass
04:17 Real String Bass
04:56 Guitar/Plucked
06:04 Brass
06:50 Reed
07:26 Wind
07:56 Bell
08:32 Keys
08:50 Perc
09:25 Motion
10:04 SFX
10:28 ARP"

miniKORG 700S VST | HQ Presets Preview | Update 1.0.1

video upload by Simon Le Grec

"KORG Collection 3 introduces three new software recreations to the world: KORG's first mass-produced analog synthesizer, the miniKORG 700S, the MOSS Tone Generator-powered Prophecy, and the Triton Extreme, the vacuum tube-equipped high point of the Triton series. KORG Collection 3 has now expanded to be a thrilling collection of iconic sounds from the '70s, '80s, '90s, and '00s.

The original miniKORG 700S was a 2VCO, 2VCF, 1EG, 1LFO monophonic synthesizer. Because synthesizers were not as common as they are today, its circuitry was unique. For example, when developing the triangle wave oscillator, the engineers aimed to create a circuit that produced a beautifully musical sound rather than a scientifically accurate one.
In addition to the oscillator circuit, the low and high pass filters were combined into a single, unique part called the Traveler Controller, which was a distinctive feature of KORG’s early synthesizers.
Instead of a more traditional ADSR style envelope, the miniKORG700s allows the user to control the shape of the sound with two sliders; one that controls attack time and decay time, and one that controls sustain level and release time. These quirks and more have all been faithfully reproduced in the software version.

The miniKORG 700S for Mac and Windows not only faithfully recreates the functionality and sounds of the original miniKORG 700S’s various parameters, but also includes many additional capabilities that bring the synthesizer into the modern era, and make it suitable for any music production environment.

There are more than 150 preset programs included with the miniKORG700s, split into 13 different categories like leads and basses. Ranging from sounds overflowing with vintage flavor to complex timbres you wouldn’t think could be created with such a simple interface, there is a huge variety of sounds available to choose from. Of course, you can add your own sounds to the library as well.

The graphical user interface (GUI) of the miniKORG 700S for Mac and Windows has realistically recreated the appearance of the original miniKORG 700S in both 2D and 3D. You can freely switch between the two, opting for the experience of using a hardware synthesizer or the convenience of a software synthesizer. There are also three screen sizes you can easily switch between to fit your environment without affecting the image quality for both the standalone and plugin versions.
In addition to the GUI, the various plugin parameters can also be controlled using MIDI CC, allowing you flexible, real-time control via a MIDI controller or Digital Audio Workstation

Chapter:
00:00 Lead
02:33 Bass
06:00 Synth Hard
08:00 Synth Soft
09:38 Motion
10:46 Pad/Strings
14:19 Bell
14:48 Seq
19:47 Chord
20:39 Pluck
22:14 Brass
22:55 Complex
23:14 Drum"

Original 1974 Korg Minikorg 700s SN 790212

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"Original Korg Minikorg 700s 70’s synthesiser serial number 790212. Completely unique synth, this is the twin oscillator model C1974, released a year or so after the original single oscillator one. Full working order albeit with one switch that will be replaced. Sounds amazing."

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