KORG SV2-73 - 73-Key RH3 Stage Piano with 72 Vintage Sounds, 64 Favorites, and a 6-Effects Chain

KORG SV2-73 - 73-Key RH3 Stage Piano with 72 Vintage Sounds, 64 Favorites, and a 6-Effects Chain

The KORG SV2-73 distills the essence of a stage piano into a direct and expressive instrument: 73 weighted and graded RH3 (E–E) keys , 128 notes of polyphony , and a curated collection of 72 sounds from acoustic and electric pianos to clavinets, organs, and orchestral layers. Deep sampling with RX Layer preserves lifelike details (hammer hits, contact clicks, releases) for a three-dimensional feel in both the mix and the living room. With 64 Favorite memories and an “ always live ” panel, every setting is instantly recalled without menu navigation.

The EDS-X engine allows for advanced layering and splitting —up to three timbres in a Favorite—via the SV-2 Editor . The 6-stage effects chain replicates a classic rig : 3-band EQ , Pre FX (compressor, vibrato/tremolo, U-Vibe , Treble Boost , VOX Wah ), amp models with Valve Reactor and real 12AX7 tube, modulation (chorus, phaser, flanger, rotary) and studio-grade reverbs/delays ; Total FX (stereo limiter) is edited from the Editor. On stage, in addition to the jack outputs, it features balanced XLR direct-to-table outputs , Audio In L/R for external sources, and USB-MIDI for integration with your DAW.

Main features

• Keyboard : 73 RH3 keys (E–E), graded hammer action; 8 velocity curves .
• Sound : EDS-X engine; 128 polyphony ; 72 factory sounds ; 64 Favorites (8x8); RX Layer for realism.
• Layers and Splits : Up to 3 timbres per Favorite via SV-2 Editor ; split point adjustment from the panel.
• 6 FX Chain : 3-band EQ, Pre FX , Amp Models with Valve Reactor 12AX7 , Modulation, Reverb/Delay and Total FX (Limiter).
• Professional connectivity : balanced XLR L/R and L/MONO–R (jack) outputs, Audio In L/R, headphones , MIDI In/Out , USB-B (MIDI) , 3 pedal inputs .
• Dimensions and weight : 1,143 × 347 × 157 mm ; 17.2 kg . Includes DS-2H damper pedal , music stand, and power cable.

Product benefits

• Convincing vintage sound : Extensive sampling and RX Layer for natural response under your fingers.
• Instant Flow : Dedicated physical controls, 64 Favorites and Panel Lock for secure live changes.
• Stage ready : XLR outputs without DI and line input to integrate playbacks or external keyboards.
• Versatility : concert pianos, EPs, claviers and organs with custom layers/splits via Editor.

Use cases

• Direct : Save sets per song to Favorites, toggle rotary slow/fast , and send balanced audio to the PA.
• Rehearsal/backline : “always on” panel and dedicated pedals for sostenuto/una corda or expression.
• Studio : USB-MIDI for recording to DAW and re-amping with built-in Amp Models and effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does it transmit audio over USB? No. The USB-B port functions as a MIDI interface ; audio is output through an XLR/jack.
• Does it support half-pedaling? Yes, with the included DS-2H .
• Does it have built-in speakers? No. If you need built-in speakers, see the SV-2S variant.

Description for projects

KORG SV2-73 : 73-key RH3 keyboard (E–E); EDS-X engine , 128 polyphony ; 72 sounds and 64 Favorites ; Layer/Split modes (advanced configuration with SV-2 Editor ). 6-stage effects: 3-band EQ ; Pre FX (Red Comp, Treble Boost, U-Vibe, Vibrato, Tremolo, VOX Wah); Amp Models (Clean/Twin/Tweed/AC30/Boutique/Organ + cabinets) with Valve Reactor 12AX7 ; Modulation (chorus/phaser/flanger/rotary); Ambient (Room/Plate/Hall/Spring/Tape Echo/Stereo Delay); Total FX (Stereo Limiter). Connectivity: Balanced XLR L/R ; L/MONO, R (6.3 mm jack); Audio In L/R; 6.3 mm headphones ; MIDI In/Out ; USB-B (MIDI) ; 3 pedal inputs ( DS-2H damper included). Dimensions 1,143 × 347 × 157 mm ; weight 17.2 kg ; power consumption 16 W ; internal power supply 100–240 V.