KORG miniKORG 700Sm - Compact (86%) monophonic analog synthesizer, 37 keys with aftertouch, arpeggiator and memory

KORG miniKORG 700Sm - Compact (86%) monophonic analog synthesizer, 37 keys with aftertouch, arpeggiator and memory

The KORG miniKORG 700Sm condenses the essence of the iconic miniKORG 700S into a form factor approximately 86% the size of the 700FS, weighing just 5.8 kg for easy portability. It maintains the unmistakable analog character of the original, overseen by Fumio Mieda , while incorporating key enhancements for today’s musicians: a compact 37-key keyboard with aftertouch , arpeggiator , program memory , spring reverb , and a joystick for pitch bend and modulation. Its famous Traveler Filter section (LPF/HPF) has been authentically recreated and now features “dead-end” knobs, expanding the sound design possibilities. With two punchy oscillators , a 7-octave range, and balanced outputs, the 700Sm delivers expressive leads and thick bass with a simple, direct, and highly musical workflow.

Main features

• Engine and character : monophonic analog synthesizer with two VCOs and controls inspired by the 700/700S; faithful recreation of the Traveler (LPF and HPF filters on parallel sliders).
• Keyboard : 37 compact ( slim-key ) keys with aftertouch ; immediate response for expressive solos and modulations.
• Waveforms : triangle, square, sawtooth, Chorus I and Chorus II ; 14 memory programs .
• Effects and controls : integrated spring reverb ; pitch /modulation joystick; arpeggiator ; “detentless” Traveler knobs.
• Modern connectivity : USB (Type B), MIDI IN , SYNC IN/OUT (3.5 mm), CV IN and GATE IN (3.5 mm), AUDIO IN (6.3 mm TS), balanced L/MONO and R outputs (6.3 mm TRS) and headphone output (6.3 mm stereo).
• Portable design : Small size (641 × 227 × 107 mm) and 5.8 kg ; includes a custom soft case and 12 V DC adapter power supply.
• Workflow : Clear panel with most controls below the keys, designed for playing on pianos/organs or as a live solo synth.
• Software : Includes a bundle of creative and educational applications, plus the miniKORG 700S (KORG Collection) to bring sound into the digital world.

Product benefits

• Analog Authenticity : Circuitry and musical response recreated by the KORG team responsible for the reissues, retaining the thick, full-bodied tone of the 700.
• Modern expressiveness : Aftertouch, joystick, and arpeggiator expand performance control without losing the immediacy of the original panel.
• Flexible integration : CV/Gate and SYNC for modular or groovebox environments, USB/MIDI for studio, balanced TRS outputs for professional stages and studios.
• True portability : 86% smaller than the original size with the included case; ready to take to rehearsals, gigs, or sessions.

Use cases

• Direct : Leads with a lot of presence, thick basses and “hand-drawn” Traveler sweeps with organic transitions.
• Studio : characterful mono layers, clean tracking via balanced outputs, DAW sync via USB/MIDI and creative re-amping via AUDIO IN.
• Hybrid setup : clock by SYNC, trigger by GATE, tone control by CV and dialogue with eurorack/semi-modulars.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is it polyphonic? No, it's monophonic , optimized for solos, basses, and expressive lines.
• Does it have a sound memory? Yes, it has 14 programs to store settings.
• Are the outputs balanced? Yes, L/MONO and R are balanced 6.3 mm TRS ; the audio input is unbalanced TS.
• Does it include a case? Yes, it comes with a custom-fit soft case , plus two "no-stop" Traveler knobs.

Description for projects

KORG miniKORG 700Sm monophonic analog synthesizer, 2 VCOs, 37-key compact keyboard with aftertouch , 7-octave range; waveforms: triangle, square, sawtooth, Chorus I/II; 14 programs ; effects: spring reverb ; controls: Traveler (LPF/HPF), pitch /modulation joystick, arpeggiator ; connectivity: USB (Type B), MIDI IN , SYNC IN/OUT (3.5 mm), CV IN , GATE IN (3.5 mm), AUDIO IN (6.3 mm TS), L/MONO and R outputs (6.3 mm TRS balanced), headphones (6.3 mm stereo); power supply 12 V DC , consumption 9 W ; dimensions 641 × 227 × 107 mm ; weight 5.8 kg ; includes AC adapter, 2 “detent-free” Traveler knobs and soft case.