The Korg Minilogue XD is a four-voice polyphonic synthesizer that pairs an analog signal path with a digital multi-engine for hybrid sound design. Each voice has two analog VCOs plus a third digital oscillator that provides noise generation, VPM (Variable Phase Modulation) synthesis, and a user-programmable slot. A joystick replaces the Minilogue's pitch wheel for real-time modulation, and the effects section is significantly expanded.

Hybrid Sound Engine

Two analog VCOs per voice produce sawtooth, triangle, and square waveforms with wave shaping. The third oscillator is a digital multi-engine offering three modes: a noise generator with filtering, a VPM oscillator for metallic and FM-style tones, and a user slot that loads custom oscillators built with the logue SDK. The multi-engine opens up timbral territory that pure analog cannot reach.

Effects

Three effect slots run simultaneously: modulation (chorus, ensemble, phaser, flanger), delay (stereo, cross, tape), and reverb (hall, plate, space, and more). User-programmable effect slots can load custom algorithms built with the logue SDK.

Sequencer & Modulation

A 16-step polyphonic sequencer with motion recording captures knob movements as per-step automation. The joystick provides real-time X/Y modulation during performance. Two CV inputs on the rear panel accept external modulation from Eurorack and other modular gear.

Specifications

• Keys: 37 slim keys, velocity sensitive
• Polyphony: 4 voices
• Oscillators: 2 analog VCOs + 1 digital multi-engine per voice
• Filter: 2-pole low-pass
• Programs: 500 (200 factory + 300 user)
• Effects: Modulation, Delay, Reverb (user-programmable slots)
• Display: Real-time OLED oscilloscope
• Connections: L/Mono and R outputs (1/4"), Headphones (1/4"), CV In 1 and 2 (1/8"), Sync In/Out (1/8"), MIDI In/Out, USB Type B, Damper
• Power: AC adapter (DC 9V, included)
• Dimensions: 500 x 300 x 85 mm (19.69 x 11.81 x 3.35 in)
• Weight: 2.8 kg / 6.17 lbs

In the Box

• Korg Minilogue XD
• AC adapter (DC 9V)