The History and Evolution of the Korg Wavestation

Step into the sonic time machine with us as we dive into the rich history and unique features of the Korg Wavestation, the groundbreaking synthesizer that first hit the scene in 1990. In this video, we'll explore:

The Origins: How the Korg Wavestation emerged from the legacy of Sequential ProphetVS, with contributions from Dave Smith and his team.

Key Features: The innovative Wave Sequencing and Vector Synthesis that set the Wavestation apart from other synthesizers of its time.

Models and Evolution: A look at the original 1990 model, the enhanced Wavestation EX, and the modern successors like the Korg WaveState and Modwave.

Impact and Legacy: How iconic artists such as Jan Hammer, Enigma, Depeche Mode, and Tony Banks of Genesis utilized the Wavestation's distinctive sounds in their music.
Sound Demonstrations: Hear examples of the Wavestation's rich pad sounds, rhythmic sequences, and notable presets, including the famous Warm Strings pad and Mini Lead sound featured in Genesis's “Fading Lights.”

Whether you're a synth enthusiast, a fan of 90s music technology, or simply curious about the evolution of digital synthesizers, this video provides an in-depth look at one of the most influential synths of its time. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content on classic and modern synthesizers!

In my video, I take a deep dive into the Wavestation's rich history, exploring vector synthesis, wave sequencing, and showcasing some of its finest sounds. Additionally, if you're an owner of the Korg Modwave, you can enhance your sonic palette by downloading my free Korg Wavestation sound set tailored for the Modwave.
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00:00 Introduction
00:19 Origins of the Wavestation
00:54 Wavestation synth engine
02:47 Midnight Run
03:32 Performances and patches
05:46 Vector synthesis
09:30 Ski Jam
09:52 Wave sequncing
15:33 Effects
16:32 Fire Dance
17:47 Mini Lead
19:09 ZZ Lead
20:00 Expansion Caards
20:52 Piano
21:06 MIDI Grand
21:29 Drum kits
22:42 Guitars
23:37 Bass
24:52 The evolution of the Wavestation
26:19 The WaveState
27:13 The Korg Collection

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