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Press Releases
• Karma Lab announces release of “SONIC VIAGRA!,” its second collection of new sounds for the Korg Karma (Jan 16, 2003)
• KARMA Software to be released through Korg USA as part of aggressive upgrade for Karma Music Workstation (Jan 17, 2002)
• Karma Lab announces release of its first collection of new sounds for the Korg Karma (Jan 17, 2002)
KARMA LAB ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF “SONIC VIAGRA!,”
ITS SECOND COLLECTION OF NEW SOUNDS FOR THE KORG KARMA
NAMM WINTER SESSION, ANAHEIM, CA, January 16, 2003

Following in the footsteps of the highly successful Chemistry Volume 1, Karma Lab has announced the release of “Chemistry Volume 2 – SONIC VIAGRA!” ($50), its second collection of new sounds for the Korg Karma. Produced by noted British sound designer Paul Osborn, the collection of 64 Combinations makes full use of the revolutionary KARMA function. Emphasizing “quality over quantity,” each Combi is composed of a full 4 GEs, with extensive real-time control via the 8 knobs, 2 switches, joystick and other controllers. Run through a rigorous quality-control evaluation by Stephen Kay, KARMA Technology Inventor, the sounds are sure to satisfy the most discriminating user.

“Chemistry Volume 2” includes grooves and sonic textures in a wide variety of styles, ranging from a mixture of Dance/Trance/Techno categories to Ambient Pads & Special FX, and each Combi is fully documented in the accompanying 38 page User’s Guide. As part of the collection, a number of completely new GEs created with KARMA MW Software are included. Free samples and audio demos are available online at www.karma-lab.com. Chemistry Volume 2 is also available combined with Chemistry Volume 1 as a package, and both files are now also available in KARMA MW format.

Chemistry Volume 2 Page
KARMA SOFTWARE TO BE RELEASED THROUGH KORG USA
AS PART OF AGGRESSIVE UPGRADE FOR KARMA MUSIC WORKSTATION
A host of new features, dedicated software for creating new Generated Effects and newly-voiced expansion boards are all in the works for this revolutionary music workstation.

NAMM WINTER SESSION, ANAHEIM, CA, January 17, 2002

Since its release less than a year ago the Korg Karma Music Workstation has developed a sizeable and loyal base of users, largely due to its implementation of KARMA Technology, the advanced algorithmic music generation technology that “dazzles nearly everyone who touches one” (Electronic Musician, Editor’s Choice 2002). As part of an aggressive upgrade program being developed by Korg for later this year, Karma Lab has finalized a deal with Korg USA to release a special version of KARMA Software dedicated to the Korg Karma Music Workstation, “KARMA MW.” Slated to be simultaneously released for both Mac OS and Windows platforms, KARMA MW will allow users to access all internal parameters of existing GE’s as well as make their own new ones. Two exciting new features of the software are the ability to import SMF phrases and grooves from the keyboard (or any SMF source) and instantly transform them into GE’s to speed up the creation of new KARMA effects, and the import and conversion of TRITON Arpeggiator data to GE’s.

The software release will coincide with the introduction of a new Version 2 Operating System for the keyboard. Currently under development, it will add a number of enhancements to the KARMA function. These include the ability to load newly developed GE’s (KARMA “patterns”) via floppy disk or MIDI System Exclusive dump; a new Freeze Randomize function which allows the user to return to or lock in a given KARMA-generated phrase even after a new one has been randomly generated, “capturing” the values so the same random phrase can be generated whenever desired; the ability to see the values of parameters assigned to the KARMA knobs and switches as they are activated; easier recording of Combinations and Programs in the Sequencer; auto-assignment of RTC knob names when new GE’s are called up and when creating new KARMA assignments, and more.

Other enhancements to the workstation itself include swing quantization, Program sound editing parameters in the sequencer mode, a “one-touch” setup for getting a Program or Combination ready to record in the sequencer, SysEx-based individual parameter changes for more flexible use with external sequencers, Tap Tempo control from the front panel or a footswitch and a number of other enhancements and bug fixes.

Furthermore, Korg is currently working on re-voicing a number of the EXB-PCM expansion boards to add the KARMA Function to them. The first to be released will be Dance Extreme (EXB-PCM04) and Vintage Archives (EXB-PCM05). When released the data will be made available for free via Korg Distributor websites and other sources. This revoicing project includes conversion of all the existing TRITON arpeggio patterns into GE’s using the KARMA Software, with significant expansion of their capabilities thanks to the realtime control that the KARMA technology provides.

Karma Lab President and KARMA Technology inventor Stephen Kay states, “Working closely with Korg Inc. and Jerry Kovarsky, Product Manager for Keyboard and Recording Products for Korg USA, we are happy to be a part of this exciting growth in the capabilities of the Karma Music Workstation. The reaction we have gotten so far from users is unprecedented, and we’re dedicated to giving them the added power to inspire and create their music that is the essence of the KARMA technology. The ability to graphically edit and create algorithmic musical effects in your computer, then zap them over to the keyboard in realtime and take it to a gig or recording session (without the computer) is quite powerful.”

According to Korg USA, KARMA MW will be given to users in the US for free if they purchase a new Karma Music Workstation from January 1, 2002 onward. Current owners (in the USA) will be able to buy the software directly from KORG USA for a special price of only $75 (half-off the suggested list price of $149). International distribution and sales of the software are yet to be finalized.

KARMA Software Page
KARMA LAB ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF ITS FIRST COLLECTION OF
NEW SOUNDS FOR THE KORG KARMA
NAMM WINTER SESSION, ANAHEIM, CA, January 17, 2002

Karma Lab has announced the release of “Chemistry Volume 1 – Grooves & Inspiration” ($45), its first collection of new sounds for the Korg Karma. Produced by noted British sound designer Paul Osborn, the collection of 64 Combinations makes full use of the revolutionary KARMA function. Emphasizing “quality over quantity,” each Combi is composed of a full 4 GEs, with extensive real-time control via the 8 knobs, 2 switches, joystick and other controllers. Not simply recycled Triton sounds, the collection was created brand-new from the ground up, on the Karma, for the Karma.

“Chemistry Volume 1” includes grooves and sonic textures in a wide variety of styles, ranging from a mixture of Dance/Trance/Techno categories to Ambient Pads & Special FX, and each Combi is fully and meticulously documented in the accompanying User’s Guide. Free samples and audio demos are available online. “...the first collection of third party sounds for the Karma that I can honestly say embraces the true potential of KARMA Technology.” - Stephen Kay, KARMA Inventor.

Chemistry Volume 1 Page