Korg PX4D

NorioDS

Francis sent me this video and it is AWESOME. I thought I wouldn't like it but it's really neat.

Favourite feature? The harmonising thing he does at around the 7 minute mark.

Tones are awesome -- just SO flexible. Hoping I can do similar things with my Linux recording project coz otherwise I'll be severely disappointed!

cain

See why i want one for practice ?

Well im buying one, then ill visit and we will record using your linux project + my portal effects processor.

NorioDS

Sounds cool ? Good plan!

Guy-Onraet

same guitar as me 8)
mine's just the colour of a violin, not blue ?

glug

I want one...only R1300

A new model to join the acclaimed Pandora series of versatile, pocket-sized units: the dual-purpose PX4D for guitar and bass.
The PX4D contains 158 effects that deliver vintage amp sounds and much more.

Features:

* The PX4D packs both guitar and bass functionality into a single unit (a first in the history of the Pandora series).
* Numerous high-quality effects using “REMS” modeling technology are built in.
* Contains a total of 158 effect types ranging from realistic amp sounds – including high-quality cabinets – to sophisticated effects.
* Provides 200 programs (100 preset / 100 user).
* Use up to seven effects simultaneously.
* Knob-based interface for quick and intuitive editing.
* The Phrase Trainer function offers a great way to learn by ear or to practice soloing.
* One hundred rhythm and bass patterns cover a variety of styles with realistic PCM sound.
* AUX IN jack lets you play along with external CD, MD, or MP3 audio sources.
* Key Transpose lets you shift the key of an audio source that's being input.
* The PX4D provides a Bass Canceller function that removes the sound of the bass from an external audio source.
* The built-in Auto Chromatic Tuner also provides a Mute function for silent tuning.
* Semi-transparent LCD illuminates the characters in inverse video when backlit.
* Two-way power supply lets you use either batteries or AC adaptor (sold separately).

cain

Yeah, retails for 1200 - 1300, but if you pay that you are being silly. Please guys remember when buying stuff, insist on discount. They can give on ANYTHING except strings/drum sticks etc. If they dont want to or say they cant, go to another shop.

glug

Thanks Francis...Going to marshal wood meed month end. They should give me a good discount?

Mr-M

I've played on these a few times and was very impressed. The drum beats and built-in bass lines are really cool for practice/ jamming and DON'T sound crap, suprisingly. It also has a phrase trainer which is probably very handy for learning parts. Apparently you can record a few seconds of a song in (it's got an AUX minijack) and slow it down or change the key to play with and learn how the song goes. Don't know how well that works because it's not exactly something you get to try in a shop but it seems like a cool feature. The sounds are also very good for what it is (a digital modeler), quite similar to the KORG AX1500G I had a few years ago, maybe a bit warmer. For those interested it is pretty good at metal/ shred-type sounds too. I'm told the bass guitar tones are good, but I didn't get to try that. BTW, found this site: http://korgpandora.com/#start Seems to be official Pandora site. There's a new model too, the PX5D. Looks tasty and it's got a built-in USB Audio interface (basically it's a soundcard too). Plug in and record with all the onboard sounds.

cain

Yeah ive seen the PX5D on the internet, i think its more expensive and i havnt really seen them anywhere in this country yet ☹

NorioDS

Francis finally got his PX5D a week or so ago and he loves it. I played with it this past Friday and I love it too. I gotta tell you guys, you HAVE to get one of these ?

I echo everything Mr M said above. It sounds amazing. Really awesome and it fits in your pocket. 2 AA batteries and you're set. Just soooo niiiice!