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Korg Mini Kaoss Pad 2: now a music player as well as a processor. Click the photo for more images.

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NAMM 2012: Korg has unveiled the Mini Kaoss Pad 2, a new version of its most diminutive touchpad-controlled effects processor.

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This can now serve as an MP3 player with adjustable pitch, while also offering improved effects algorithms, an OEL display, microSD card support, a touch slider and a built-in speaker and mic.

A May release and £168 price are being mooted; more Korg Mini Kaoss Pad 2 details below.

Korg Mini Kaoss Pad 2 press release

Korg's Kaoss Pad Series products have become the must-have effect units on in every musician's rig - especially on the DJ scene. The original mini Kaoss Pad has earned enormous popularity for packing full-fledged effects into its compact body.

Now, welcome the mini Kaoss Pad 2! In addition to inheriting powerful effect programs from the Kaoss Pad KP3 and the Kaoss Pad QUAD, it provides an MP3 player with adjustable pitch, making the mini Kaoss Pad 2 unit ideal for creating DJ-Style performances. Use it as a DJ playback device, or use it to process the entire output of your DJ rig with Korg's famous KAOSS effects. Instrumentalists, guitarists, sound designers and even just music fans will enjoy using the mini Kaoss Pad 2.

The Organic Electroluminescent (OEL) display provides superb visibility. Add to that a touch slider for ease of use, microSD card data saving, plus a built-in speaker and mic. All of these features reflect the enhancements incorporated into the sleek and exciting mini Kaoss Pad 2

Product Highlights:

• Control effects in real time using the intuitive touchpad interface
• 100 effect programs, ideal for DJ mixes or sound design
• 3 Program Memories provide instant recall of favorite effects
• FX RELEASE applies a natural "tail" to the effect sound
• Powerful Looper, Vinyl Break, and Ducking Comp effects borrowed from the Kaoss Pad QUAD
• Use the "Hold" feature to memorize a position on the touchpad
• Built-in Auto BPM detection
• Internal mic plus external audio inputs
• MP3 player with microSD card slot for data storage/exchange; perform on the mini Kaoss Pad 2 without needing any other equipment!
• Support for pitch change and cue point settings allows serious DJ play.
• Record your performances.
• 6 preset loops for use as audio demos sample
• Easy-to-read screen uses high-visibility organic EL (OEL) display
• VALUE slider allows smooth parameter control
• Battery operation and built-in speaker for on-the-go enjoyment

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