Kurzweil Samples & Sounds

Further Information on Kurzweil Samplers:


Kurzweil K2661

• Kurzweil V.A.S.T. (Variable Architecture Synthesis Technology) Architecture
  
  State-of-the-art synthesis system;
  
  Triple Modular Processing;
  
  126 algorithms to shape your sounds;
  
  KDFX effects processors provide 5 stereo bus effects with 24 bit processing;



• Kurzweil Special Features
  
  ADAT optical output for 8 channels of 24-bit digital output;
  
  SmartMedia slot for convenient storage and upgrades;
  
  61 note unweighted synth-style action with monophonic aftertouch;
  
  True 48 voice polyphony with 192 oscillators;
  
  Fluorescent 64 x 240 backlit LCD display;
  
  Up to 48MB on board ROM sounds, including Kurzweil's acclaimed Stereo Grand Piano;
  
  Up to 128 MB of sample memory;



• Kurzweil Sequencer
  
  32 track sequencer with comprehensive editing tools;
  
  Maximum internal resolution of 768 ppq;
  
  Functions include: Linear, Pattern and Step (Drum Machine), Record Modes, Cut, Copy, Paste facilities, Advanced Arranger functions, grab & more;
  
  Reference Quantize allows the user to quantize to a groove track, & to quantize tracks not previously recorded with a click;
  
  Event Edit List, with view filters and audible scroll, enables precise, computer-style editing;



• Kurzweil MIDI Controller
  
  Front panel also has eight independently assignable sliders;
  
  Optional 600mm ribbon controller is programmable in three distinct zones or one long zone;
  
  Sequencer "transport control" buttons;
  
  4 footswitch inputs;
  
  2 continuous control pedal inputs (1 CC and 1 CC/breath controller);
  
  Breath controller input accepts Yamaha BC-1, BC-2, and BC-3 breath controllers;



• Kurzweil Programs
  
  600 programs (with 100s more available);
  
  Search string functions allow the user to locate a program, setup or object quickly in memory;
  
  U ses a file format that is K2000, K2500, and K2600 compatible, enabling it to read Kurzweil or third-party sound libraries for each instrument from SmartMedia or any SCSI disk (such as CD-ROM);
  
  Reads other manufacturers' sample libraries including Roland's(r) 700 Series, Akai(r) S1000, S1100 and S3000, and Ensoniq(r) EPS and ASR file formats;
  
  
• Kurzweil KDFX (Kurzweil Digital Effects)
  
  Utilizes proprietary VLSI chips and DSP algorithms;
  
  Versatile 5-stereo-bus design;
  
  24-bit signal processing;
  
  Cutting edge DSP functionality and supreme real-time control;



• Kurzweil Arpeggiator
  
  Fully programmable;
  
  7 different modes of operation;
  
  Ability to sync to MIDI Beat Clock