Empower yourself by building your own collectable instrument with the classic black and orange Korg ARP Odyssey FS Kit, a recreation of the classic analog synthesizer originally produced in the 1970s and highly regarded for its sharp penetrating sound and rich range of tonal variations. This is a one-of-a-kind collector s instrument that you build yourself, that s easy to assemble and requires no soldering. Once complete, you ll have an instrument that s 100% of the original size and features the original circuitry, with some updated features including MIDI and USB.
The synth offers a 37-note, full-sized keyboard with monophonic or duophonic operation. The oscillator section includes two VCOs with sawtooth, square, and pulse waveforms. Additionally, all three revisions of the filter are immediately accessible via a switch and further broaden the tonal palette. Type I (Rev1) is a 12 dB/Oct circuit, while Type II and III (Rev2/3) are 24 dB/Oct, and each type adds distinct flavors and colors to the sound. Both portamento circuits (Rev1 and 2/3) are available as well, while a drive circuit has been added to the VCA, producing distortion and generating a rough and raw sound. All sliders have been updated and are smoother than the original, making the synth uncompromisingly playable.
A variety of functions and modulation possibilities are provided by oscillator sync, pulse-width modulation, sample and hold, a high-pass filter, two types of envelope generators, an LFO, and pitch bend via the proportional pitch controls (PPC). The ARP Odyssey ships with an AC adapter, power cord, a 1/4 cable, and a 3.5mm cable.
- Easy-to-build ARP ODYSSEY FS Kit, no soldering required
- One-of-a-kind collectors instrument
- Includes engraved serial number into an elegant metal plate
- 100% scale of original Odyssey
- 37-note, full-sized keyboard
- Monophonic or duophonic operation
- 2x VCO featuring Sawtooth, Square, and Pulse waveforms
- VCF switchable between Rev 1, 2, and 3
- VCA with overdrive
- ADSR envelope generator
- AR envelope generator
- LFO
- Noise generator
- Portamento
- Ring modulator
- Sample and hold
- External audio input
- USB MIDI
- CV/Gate I/O
- 1/4 and 3.5 mm cables included
Korg ARP ODYSSEY Specs
| Item Type | Keyboard Synth |
| Sound Generation | Analog |
| Keyboard | 37 Full-Size Keys with Synth Action |
| Touch Sensitivity | None |
| Aftertouch | No Aftertouch Support |
| Expression Controls | 1 x Pitch Bend 1 x Modulation |
| Display | None |
Sounds
| Number of Song Presets | None |
| Multitimbrality | 1-Part (Monotimbral) |
| Built-In Effects | None |
| Performance Functions | Octave Shift |
| Built-In Speakers | None |
Synthesis
| Oscillators | 2 x Fixed (Sawtooth, Square) |
| Mixer | Oscillator, Oscillator 2, Noise |
| Amplifiers | 1 x VCA |
| Envelopes | 1 x Assignable Envelope Generator: Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release 1 x Assignable Envelope Generator: Attack, Release |
| Filters | Number of Filters: 2 per Patch Characteristic: Analog Type: Low-Pass Slope: 2-Pole/12 dB (LPF) / 4-Pole/24 dB (LPF) / 4-Pole/24 dB (LPF) / 2-Pole/12 dB (HPF) |
| LFOs | Number of LFOs: 1 x Global Waveforms: Sine, Square LFO Rate: 2 to 20 Hz |
| Glide/Portamento | Yes |
Sequencing & Recording
| Sequencer | None |
| Arpeggiator | None |
Connectivity
| Audio I/O | 1 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mono Main Output 1 x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Mono Line Output 1 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Mono Line Input |
| Headphone Output Power | 1/4": 50 mW per Channel into 33 Ohms |
| Pedal Support | 1 x 1/4" Footswitch 1 x 1/4" Expression |
| MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input |
| CV/Gate I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm CV Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm CV Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Gate Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Gate Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Trigger Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Trigger Output |
| Control Voltage Level | +10 V (1 V/Octave) |
| Patch Points | None |
| Sync I/O | None |
| Network I/O | None |
| USB | 1 x USB-B (MIDI) |
| Media/Memory Card Slot | None |
Audio Performance
| Frequency Response | 16 Hz to 16 kHz |
| I/O Impedance | 1/4" Line Outputs: 10 Kilohm (Unbalanced) XLR Main Outputs: 330 Ohms (Balanced) 1/4" Headphone Outputs: 10 Ohms (Unbalanced) 1/4" Line Inputs: 22 Kilohms (Unbalanced) |
| Maximum Input Level | -10 dBu |
| Maximum Output Level | XLR Main Outputs: +4 dBu (at 1 kilohms) |
| Dynamic Range | 80 dB |
| Included Software | None |
| Mobile App Compatible | No *As of February, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Power
| Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 9 VDC (Included) |
| Power Consumption | 7.1 W |
Physical
| Color | Black / Orange |
| Included Accessories | None |
| Dimensions | 23 x 18.3 x 6.4" / 58.5 x 46.6 x 16.3 cm |
| Weight | 16.1 lb / 7.3 kg |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 25.13 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 26.9 x 23.3 x 13.4" |
In the Box
- Korg ARP Odyssey FS Kit Analog Duophonic Synthesizer with Full-Sized Keys (Black/Orange)
- AC Adapter (12 VDC)
- Power Cord
- 1/4" Cable
- 3.5mm Cable
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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