KORG i3 MS - 61-Key Accompaniment Workstation without Speakers, 270 Styles, and Audio/MIDI Recording (Matte Silver)

KORG i3 MS - 61-Key Accompaniment Workstation without Speakers, 270 Styles, and Audio/MIDI Recording (Matte Silver)

The KORG i3 MS is a speaker-free accompaniment keyboard that packs composition and performance tools into a lightweight form factor. Its 61-key velocity-sensitive keyboard offers adjustable touch curves, while the Stereo PCM engine provides 790 sounds and 59 drum kits , organized into 200 Sound Sets for playing up to four parts at once (three in the upper zone and one in the lower zone). With 270 Styles with intro/variations/fills/break/ending controls, you'll go from an idea to a complete performance in seconds.

The i3 features two stereo effects processors for the keyboard parts and two for the accompaniment, with 173 total variations , and a 16-track sequencer for capturing up to 999 songs . It also features direct audio recording to 44.1 kHz/16-bit WAV (up to 1 hour) and MP3/WAV playback from USB for practicing or playing along. Power via an adapter or 6 AA batteries (≈8 h) and a weight of 4 kg (8 lbs), it's easy to take to rehearsals, classrooms, or compact stages.

Main features

• Keyboard : 61 sensitive keys; Soft/Medium/Hard/Fixed touch curves.
• Engine and polyphony : Stereo PCM with 64 voices of polyphony.
• Library : 790 sounds + 59 kits (includes GM bank); 200 Sound Sets (up to 3 layers up + 1 split down).
• Accompaniment : 270 styles × 4 sets, with 2 intros, 4 variations, 2 fills, 1 break, and 2 endings; synchro start , tap tempo .
• Effects : 2 stereo FX for keyboard parts + 2 stereo FX for accompaniment; 173 variations in total.
• Sequencer : 16 tracks, max. 999 songs and ≈ 100,000 notes ; SMF 0/1 playback.
• Audio : 44.1 kHz/16-bit WAV recording (up to 1 h) to USB; MP3/WAV playback from USB.
• Controls and panel : Grand Piano button, joystick, EQ Low/High, Sound Set and Style Performance section, Set Lists (5 buttons × 10 banks).
• Connectivity : OUTPUT L/MONO, R (6.3 mm jack), headphones (minijack), Audio In (minijack), USB-A (to Device), USB-B (to Host, MIDI), MIDI OUT , Foot Controller (no half-damper).
• Mobility : Works with adapter or 6×AA (≈8 h); without built-in speakers .
• Dimensions and weight : 1,037 × 296 × 80 mm ; 4 kg .

Product benefits

• Instant creative flow : Combine layers/splits and work with realistic styles without complex menus.
• Total flexibility : record MIDI or WAV audio directly to USB and play over MP3/WAV .
• Performance-ready sound : Dedicated effects for keyboard and accompaniment parts, with 173 variations.
• Portability : Weighing 4 kg and battery-powered, so you can take it anywhere; perfect as a primary or auxiliary keyboard.

Use cases

• Composition : Sketch out themes with styles, add layers, and capture ideas in the sequencer or as audio.
• Education and practice : Play tracks from USB, use metronome/tempo, and record study sessions.
• Performance : set lists, variations, and fills on the fly; L/R outputs to PA or stage monitors.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does it include speakers? No. The i3 is designed without built-in speakers ; use headphones or connect external monitors.
• Does it record audio in addition to MIDI? Yes. It records 44.1 kHz/16-bit WAV (up to 1 hour) to a USB flash drive and plays MP3/WAV files.
• Does it support a half-pedal? The Foot Controller jack supports a switch or expression pedal; it does not support a half-damper .
• Can I use it with batteries? Yes, with 6 AA batteries (up to approximately 8 hours), plus the included adapter.

Description for projects

KORG i3 MS (Matte Silver) : 61-key keyboard (Soft/Medium/Hard/Fixed key bends); Stereo PCM engine, 64 polyphony ; 790 sounds + 59 kits (GM), 200 Sound Sets ; 270 accompaniment styles (2 intros, 4 variations, 2 fills, 1 break, 2 endings, synchro start, tap tempo); effects: 2 stereo FX keyboard parts + 2 stereo accompaniment FX ( 173 variations ); 16-track sequencer, max. 999 songs , ≈ 100,000 notes , SMF 0/1 playback; 44.1 kHz/16-bit WAV recording (1 h max) & MP3/WAV player; Connectivity: OUTPUT L/MONO, R , Headphones 3.5 mm, Audio In 3.5 mm, USB-A , USB-B (MIDI) , MIDI OUT , Foot Controller (without half-damper); power supply DC 12 V or 6×AA ; consumption 6 W ; dimensions 1,037 × 296 × 80 mm ; weight 4 kg ; without integrated speakers .