Korg Kronos 3

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The Korg Kronos 3 marks the triumphant return of Korg’s flagship music workstation, combining enhanced performance capabilities with a familiar interface. Reintroduced at NAMM 2025, the Kronos 3 builds upon its legacy with significant hardware and software upgrades, catering to both stage performers and studio producers.

🎹 Key Features

  • Nine Versatile Sound Engines: Includes SGX-2 (acoustic piano), EP-1 (electric piano), MOD-7 (FM synthesis), AL-1 (analog modeling), and more, offering a wide sonic palette.
  • Expanded Sound Library: Preloaded with over 300 premium programs, featuring new additions like the Italian Grand piano and Tine EP I Early electric piano.
  • Enhanced Performance: Boasts a 60% faster startup time and a more responsive TouchView interface, ensuring seamless operation.
  • Robust Hardware: Equipped with a new Intel Atom processor, 3GB RAM, and a 128GB SSD, facilitating smooth multitasking and ample storage.
  • User-Friendly Interface: Features an 8″ color TouchView display, 8 real-time knobs, and 9 sliders for intuitive control.
  • Comprehensive Sequencing: Offers a 16-track MIDI sequencer and a 16-track audio recorder, suitable for complex compositions.
  • Keyboard Variants: Available in 61-key semi-weighted, 73-key RH3 weighted, and 88-key RH3 weighted versions to suit different playing preferences.

These models can be found through Australian retailers such as Belfield Music, DJ City, and Scarlett Music. For local availability in Perth, you might also explore platforms like Gumtree.

💵 Korg Kronos 3 Pricing (as of July 2025)

Model🇬🇧 UK Price (GBP)🇺🇸 US Price (USD)🇦🇺 Australia Price (AUD)
61-Key~£2,649~$3,399.99~$4,699
73-Key~£2,949~$3,999.99~$4,999
88-Key~£3,199~$3,999.99~$5,699

Notes:

  • UK prices are based on listings from retailers such as Gear4music and A&C Hamilton .
  • US prices are sourced from retailers like Sweetwater and Guitar Center .
  • Australian prices are approximate and based on available listings .

Please note that prices may vary based on retailer, location, and any ongoing promotions.

📅 Release Information

The Kronos 3 was officially unveiled at NAMM 2025 and has been available for purchase since early 2025. For existing Kronos and Nautilus users, Korg plans to release a Soundpack in the latter half of 2025, bringing the latest Kronos sounds to earlier models.

Link: https://www.korg.com/us/products/synthesizers/kronos3/