Korg’s Wavedrum Oriental now shipping
(mtebaldi | Posted 2011-04-24)
Korg is now shipping the limited edition Middle Eastern version of their famous electronic drum pad, the Wavedrum. The Wavedrum Oriental was announced early this year and features the same technology existent on the original Wavedrum but offering an even bigger library that contains popular and accurate Middle Eastern percussive sounds.
The Wavedrum synthesis technology gives this unique instrument the capability of greatly simulate the most timber-complex percussive instruments such those found on traditional Middle Eastern culture. The Wavedrum Oriental comes with a collection of them, including sound libraries of Darabuka, Danhola, Drinkga, Sagat, Riq, Def, Tar, Bendir and many more. The number of preset programs has been increased from the original Wavedrum’s, and now stands at 150 editable preset programs (50 more than original Wavedrum), with 150 additional locations to store customized programs (50 more than the original Wavedrum). The Wavedrum Oriental’s appearance has also been enhanced aesthetically setting it apart from its original counterpart. Its body is a white tone reminiscent of a high-quality Darabukka’s ceramic body, complemented by a deep red wine-colored rim.
Korg’s Wavedrum Oriental is a perfect addition to those percussionists envisioning to broader their range of sounds through solely purchasing a single, compact and realistic sounding gear unit.
Here is some additional Wavedrum Oriental specifications:
DSP algorithms: 45 total
PCM instruments: 300 total; 150 head, 150 rim
Programs: 300 total; 150 preset, 150 user
Input/Output jacks: Output: L, R ¼" unbalanced. Phones: Stereo mini phone jack. AUX IN: Stereo mini phone jack
Effects: Reverb, Delay
Sampling frequency: 48 kHz
A/D, D/A conversion: 24 Bit
Included items: AC Adapter, Tuning key, Allen wrench
Options: Soft Case SC-WD, Percussion Stand ST-WD
You can check out a video demo of Korg’s Wavedrum Oriental from NAMM 2011 at the following link.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jST4HUnAdeE
The Korg Wavedrum Oriental is currently available with a U.S. MSRP of $980.00.
For more information, please visit www.korg.com.
