{"product_id":"korg-mini-kaoss-pad-2","title":"Korg Mini Kaoss Pad 2, Dynamic Effect Processor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKorg Mini Kaoss Pad 2 Dynamic Effects Processor \u0026amp; MP3 Player\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKorg mini kaoss pad 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, portable \u003cstrong\u003edynamic effects processor\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for DJs, musicians, producers, and sound designers who want hands-on creative control wherever they perform. Combining Korg's famous KAOSS touchpad interface with \u003cstrong\u003e100 effect programs\u003c\/strong\u003e, built-in MP3 playback, recording, Auto BPM detection, and battery-powered operation, the mini kaoss pad 2 packs a huge amount of creative potential into a highly portable unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it to process the output of your DJ setup, manipulate external audio in real time, play tracks directly from a microSD card, or experiment with effects wherever inspiration strikes. With effects inherited from the KAOSS PAD KP3 and KAOSS PAD QUAD, it delivers the distinctive hands-on KAOSS experience without requiring a large effects unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the Korg mini kaoss pad 2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 creative effect programs controlled using Korg's intuitive touchpad interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooper, Vinyl Break and Ducking Comp effects inherited from the KAOSS PAD QUAD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in MP3 player with microSD card support, pitch adjustment and cue points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto BPM detection, FX RELEASE, Hold function and three Program Memories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable battery-powered design with built-in microphone and speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-time KAOSS touchpad control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mini kaoss pad 2 puts Korg's famous \u003cstrong\u003eKAOSS touchpad\u003c\/strong\u003e at the centre of your performance. Effects can be manipulated in real time simply by moving your finger across the X\/Y touchpad, allowing multiple effect parameters to be controlled simultaneously for expressive sweeps, transitions, breakdowns, and sound transformations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHold function\u003c\/strong\u003e can memorise a position on the touchpad, allowing an effect setting to continue without keeping your finger in position, while the VALUE slider provides smooth control over additional parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e100 creative effects\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003e100 built-in effect programs\u003c\/strong\u003e, the mini kaoss pad 2 provides a wide selection of processing options for DJ performances, music production, instruments, and sound design. Powerful effects including \u003cstrong\u003eLooper, Vinyl Break and Ducking Comp\u003c\/strong\u003e are inherited from the KAOSS PAD QUAD, providing plenty of scope for transforming tracks and creating unique transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFX RELEASE\u003c\/strong\u003e function adds a natural tail when an effect is released, helping transitions sound smoother rather than stopping abruptly. Three Program Memories also provide instant recall of your favourite effects during a performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-in Auto BPM detection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated \u003cstrong\u003eAuto BPM detection\u003c\/strong\u003e allows the mini kaoss pad 2 to detect the tempo of incoming audio, helping tempo-based effects respond naturally to your music. This makes it particularly useful within DJ setups where effects need to remain synchronised with the track being played.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-in MP3 player with microSD support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mini kaoss pad 2 isn't limited to processing external audio. A built-in \u003cstrong\u003eMP3 player\u003c\/strong\u003e allows music stored on a compatible microSD card to be played directly from the unit, providing a highly portable standalone playback and effects solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport for \u003cstrong\u003epitch adjustment and cue point settings\u003c\/strong\u003e adds further DJ-focused functionality, allowing tracks to be prepared and manipulated without requiring a separate playback device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecord your performances\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mini kaoss pad 2 can also \u003cstrong\u003erecord your performances\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it easy to capture creative effect processing and ideas. Six preset loops are included for demonstration and experimentation, allowing you to start exploring the effects even when another audio source isn't immediately available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess external audio and instruments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal audio inputs allow the mini kaoss pad 2 to become part of a larger DJ, production, or performance setup. Run audio through the unit and use the touchpad to manipulate effects in real time, making it suitable for processing DJ mixes, instruments, playback devices, and other compatible audio sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e provides another creative input source, opening up additional possibilities for vocal processing, sampling, and spontaneous sound manipulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-visibility OEL display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clear \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Electroluminescent (OEL) display\u003c\/strong\u003e provides excellent visibility while navigating effects and functions. Its high-contrast design makes important information easy to see whether you're working at home, in the studio, or performing in a darker DJ environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePortable battery-powered performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to be used virtually anywhere, the mini kaoss pad 2 can operate from batteries and even features a \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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