Korg KR-55 Pro Drum Machine

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The Korg KR-55 Pro provides portable live drum sounds equipped with mix/record functionality and effects.

Key Features:

24 built-in drum/percussion styles that were recorded live
Use the chain function to easily create sophisticated rhythm tracks
A rich array of input jacks and full-fledged mixer functionality
Versatile recording functionality that supports multi-track recording
Player function can play back audio files from an SD card
Tuner and metronome functions with a large and easily readable meter
Battery operation for convenient portability

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Product Code: 100291614

The Korg KR-55 Pro Drum Machine provides enhances your jam sessions with the backing of live drums/percussion sounds. The machine features 24 built-in drum/percussion styles which were recorded live and each rhythm style includes a wide variety of patterns. A chain function allows you to create a structure for playing entire songs, ideal for performing musicians/singer songwriters.

The KR-55 Pro Korg Rhythm provides a rich variety of input jacks, mixer functionality, effects, and equalizer, as well as a versatile recorder that can record to an SD card. The intuitive interface means that there’s no need for complex programming. Battery-powered operation allows complete mobility from desktop to street performances, or use in a variety of situations including live events in small spaces.

Main features of the Korg KR-55 Pro Drum Machine include:

24 built-in drum/percussion styles that were recorded live using KORG’s proprietary “Real Groove Technology”

Each rhythm style includes a rich variety of patterns: two variations, basic, fill-in 1, fill-in 2, and ending

A rich array of input jacks includes one XLR mic input, two guitar/bass inputs, and a stereo AUX input, allowing multi-channel mixing

Use the chain function to easily create sophisticated rhythm tracks

High-quality reverb effect and equalizer

Versatile recording functionality that supports multi-track recording

Player function can play back audio files from an SD card

Tuner and metronome functions with a large and easily readable meter

Acoustage function generates a wide stereo image

Use a foot switch controller to upgrade your performance

The unit can be powered on six AA batteries, allowing up to seven hours of use A separately sold foot switch lets you control the unit with your foot

Rhythm Function	Rhythm Styles	24 rhythm styles, two variations for each rhythm style, each variation has three patterns (basic, fill-in 1, fill-in 2), ending
	Tempo	48–240 bpm
	Rhythm Chain function	30 banks (up to 999 measures can be registered in each)
Recorder Function	Recording format	PCM audio WAV format (file name extension .wav), 44.1 kHz, 16-bit
	Recording time	Depends on the SD card used; approximately 100 minutes per 1 GB
	Maximum continuous recording time	3 hours
	Number of songs	Maximum 50
	Number of multitrack recordings	Depends on the remaining free capacity of the SD card
	Undo/Redo	Once
Player Function	Playback formats	PCM audio WAV format (file name extension .wav) 44.1 kHz, 16-bit, Stereo
	Maximum data size (time)	Depends on the memory card used; approximately 100 minutes per 1 GB (for WAV data)
	Maximum number of data files (number of folders)	Up to 99 songs (per folder); a total of eight folders M1–M8 inside the PLAYER folder can be used.
	Playlist function	10 banks (up to 24 songs can be registered in each)
Mixer Effect Section	Effects	Reverb Effect
	Equalizer	BASS, TREBLE
	Other	ACOUSTAGE (wide stereo effect)
Tuner Function	Scale	12-note equal temperament
	Type	Chromatic
	Calibration	435–445 Hz
	Tuning Guide tone	Three types (guitar, bass, piano)
Display	7-segment four-digit LED
SD Card	Usable cards	SDHC card 4 GB–32 GB (recommendation)
Input Jacks	MIC IN jacks	XLR-3-32 type (balanced), input impedance 4.7k ohm, nominal level -43 dBV
	INPUT 1 jack, INPUT 2 jack (guitar, bass)	1/4" (6.3 mm) monaural phone jack (unbalanced), input impedance 1M ohm, nominal level -26 dBV
	AUX INPUT jack	1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini-phone jack (unbalanced), input impedance 10k ohm, nominal level -17 dBV
	FOOT SW jack	1/4” (6.3 mm) stereo phone jack, usable foot switch: VOX VFS5 foot switch
Output Jacks	LINE OUT L/R jack	1/4" (6.3 mm) monaural phone jack (unbalanced), maximum Level: 0dBV 30mW 32 ohm
	HEADPHONE jack	1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini-phone jack, maximum Level: 0dBV 30mW 32 ohm
Power Supply	Power Supply	DC 9V, six AA batteries (alkaline or nickel-metal hydride are supported)
	Battery Life	Approximately 7 hours (when using alkaline batteries or nickel-metal hydride batteries) * Varies depending on the batteries used and the conditions of use
	Current Consumption	330m A
Dimensions (W x D x H)	347 x 223 x 68 mm / 13.66" × 8.78" × 2.68"
Weight	1.4 kg / 3.09 lbs. (without batteries)
Included Items	AC adapter (DC 9V)
Accessories (Sold separately)	VOX VFS5 Foot switch

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