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Proto Rock - Pure Inspiration! This new collection includes 64 new programs and 64 new combis for the Korg M3 and M3m sampling workstations. It also contains over 50 megs of new multi samples and a wide variety of instruments geared towards fans of Classic Rock from the 60's and 70's. The new multi samples contain sounds from Kid Nepro's Prophet VS, Mellotron, Super Jupiter and Effectron libraries combining the sound of classic vintage synthesizers with the M3's large selection of multi samples and effects. Features extensive real-time control via the KARMA Realtime Controls and the other controllers (joystick, knobs and switches). The result is a great mix of vintage and modern sounds. It's classic rock meets 21st century technology at it's best.
Proto Rock represents a first in sound programming with a new technique that syncs wav file sample loops to the M3's drum track and Karma modules. This was created using WAV file rhythms and beats from Kid Nepro's Triton, Wavestation, Karma, Triton MOSS and Analog Synth sound collections. The WAV files were imported into the M3 sampler, converted to M3 multi samples/programs and then synced to the M3 drum track and Karma modules. Essentially, this new feature turns the M3 programs into "mini combis" and the combis into "super combis", by adding an additional part to the mix.
There are many ways one can go about programming for the M3 and Proto Rock has something for everyone. The programs are geared towards musicians who want to use the M3 in a live performance setting or want to build tracks from scratch and the combis make it easy to lay down tracks for those who are recording or would rather just jam along. Any way you choose, this high quality collection of sounds is guaranteed to provide you with everything you need for your next live gig, studio session or recording project.
Special thanks to Jerry Kovarsky, Jack Hotop and Ian Fisher from Korg USA for their technical support.
About the MP3 demos.....
Combis
The Kids Home
Another cool multi sample loop starts the track that we liked so much that we have it playing on our home page in a different mix. It originally came from our Karma Super Mix collection. The loop is synced to the Drum track and Karma which is trigerring an acoustic bass, piano and assorted drums and percussion. On top is a string/pad patch which you can jam along with. We also created a you tube video using this track along with Apples i-movie. Click on the video link below to check it out.
Live At The Garden
The track starts off with some new multi samples including a crowd noise to give it a live concert feel. The intro follows with a mellotron string patch (more new samples) and a power guitar. The drum and guitar loop then enter and the track takes off. The different drum and rhythm effects are all triggered using the Karma GE's. A lead guitar then enters with the crowd to complete the track. This one is lot's of fun to jam with. It's like having your own private rock concert!
Lucky Dude
This track features the famous "Lucky Man Synth Lead" sound that everyone is always asking for. Similar to the sound that Keith Emerson used on the song, "Lucky Man" from the first Emerson, Lake and Palmer record. The lead sound is from one of the new multi samples that we got from our Roland Super Jupiter (MKS80) sound collection and is as phat an analog lead sound as you will ever hear! Great for rock and synth tracks.
Metheny Riff
When we came across the Karma GE that's used to trigger the piano riff we immediately thought of "Phase Dance" from that great first Pat Metheny record. It's hard to believe that recording is coming up on thirty years old. Lyle Mays playing an old Oberheim synth and autoharp did some amazing work on that record so try and get a copy of it if your not familiar with it. Anyway, our tribute to Pat and Lyle can be used as a Rock Ballad, Pop or Jazz track. The lighter side of Proto Rock.
For George & Ravi
Yeah, we know that technically this one is not really considered "Rock". However, anyone who is a Beatles fan is sure to tell you how East Indian music was linked to Rock back in the 60's when the Fab Four ruled the music biz. This one is for George Harrison and Ravi Shankar. Besides, it sounded so cool that we had to include it in the collection. A fine example of what you can do with the Karma generated effects.
Argent @ Gaelic Park
It was August of 1972 - Performers included: Blue Oyster Cult, Flash, Jeff Beck Group and Argent. Gaelic Park in The Bronx was one of the great places where you could go and see rock concert for five bucks. You had to deal with the general admission "crush of people", but when your sixteen those kind of things don't seem to matter. We had a great time that day. You might recognize the riff from Argents big hit "Hold Your Head Up". Had to put the crowd noise in this one!
Super Beta Tron
The old meets the new with this one. Featuring a vintage Mellotron sound and one of the Karma Wavesequence GE's. Named for the "Super Beta Hi-Fi" video machine in our studio. Bought in 1985 and it still works!
Celebration
Yes, Proto Rock is finally complete and we recorded this last demo to celebrate. Great beat, cool rhodes piano and a killer wave sequence. This one is my favorite....At least for now. Enjoy.