The blue Monologue from Korg is a monophonic all-analog synthesizer with a fully programmable single-voice architecture and 100 fully editable presets, well suited for musicians and analog enthusiasts. Building upon the success of the Minilogue Polyphonic Synthesizer, Korg reworked the knob-per-function layout, voicing, and sound-sculpting abilities to create a distinctive-sounding instrument for all types of musicians and sound designers.

The synth offers two VCOs and a redesigned filter with a powerful low-end punch. A drive circuit has been added to apply aggressive overtones and distortion to the sound for huge bass sounds and sharp lead tones. The LFO rate can be adjusted into an unprecedentedly ultra-high-speed range to generate crazy space-shattering sounds, or it can be switched to one-shot mode to act as an additional envelope. The OLED display offers parameter information and features a real-time oscilloscope, providing eye-catching visual feedback on the sound being played. A 16-step sequencer not only records notes, but motion sequences of knob movements as well.

The Monologue has a set of factory tuning as well as 12 user slots for creating custom microtunings. Aphex Twin has come onboard as an advisor for the implementation and also to offer scales, sounds, and sequences as part of the factory presets. The enclosure is crafted from a curved aluminum panel, populated by chassis-mounted metal shaft pots with rubber-coated knobs, and a solid pyinkado-wood rear panel. Programming is a breeze with a single-knob-per-function architecture that satisfies seasoned synth professionals and beginner programmers. The Monologue ships with six AA batteries and can be powered by an optional 9 VDC power supply.

FEATURES 

• Single Voice - Fully Programmable
• Redesigned Filter, Modulation, and LFO
• 16-Step Note and Motion Sequencer
• Aphex Twin Scales, Sounds, and Sequences
• Aluminum Chassis with Pyinkado-Wood Panel
• Analog Drive Circuit
• 100 Fully Editable Presets
• Microtunings with 12 User Slots
• OLED Display with Built-In Oscilloscope
• Chassis-Mounted Metal Shaft Pots

• Keyboard: 25 slim keys with velocity sensitivity
• Polyphony: 1
• Synthesis Method: Analog
• Presets: 100 programs (80 Presets / 20 Users)
  Each program includes microtuning and sequence data settings
• Synthesizer Structure: 
  • Master: Drive
  • VCO1: Wave (Saw, Triangle, Square), Shape
  • VCO2: Octave, Wave (Saw, Triangle, Noise), Sync/Ring, Pitch, Shape
  • Mixer: VCO1, VCO2
  • Filter: Cutoff, Resonance
  • EG: Type (A/D, A/G/D, G), Attack, Decay, Int, Target (Pitch, Pitch 2, Cutoff)
  • LFO: Wave (Saw, Triangle, Square), Mode (Fast, Slow, 1-Shot), Rate, Int, Target (Pitch, Shape, Cutoff)
• Sequencer: 16-step monophonic sequencer. Motion sequence can be used on up to four parameters
• Tuning Modes: Microtuning: 32 settings (20 Preset tunings / 6 User scales / 6 User octaves) Each setting can be set to the key
• Controls: 23 dedicated panel controls deliver immediate parameter access
  A slider can control different parameters for each program
• Display: Real-time OLED oscilloscope provides visual feedback of parameter changes
• Connectors:
  • Headphones: 1/4" / 6.35 mm stereo phone jack
  • Output: 1/4" / 6.35 mm monaural phone jack
  • Audio In: 1/4" / 6.35 mm monaural phone jack
  • Sync In: 1/8" / 3.5 mm monaural mini jack
  • Sync Out: 1/8" / 3.5 mm monaural mini jack
  • MIDI In
  • MIDI Out
• Power Supply: 6 x AA alkaline battery or AA nickel-metal hydride battery
  AC adapter (9 VDC) (optional)