A new module that makes a big difference in the music production environment

Introducing the wavestate module: all the features of the wavestate mkII in a compact desktop or 19-inch rack unit.

In 2020, the acclaimed wavestate took KORG's Wave Sequencing to the next level. With radically reimagined Wave Sequencing 2.0, the wavestate offers amazing and ever-changing sounds with extensive direct control. Far from being a nostalgic reissue, the wavestate was designed from scratch for a new generation of musicians, producers, and composers, drawing inspiration from sources as diverse as modular synthesizers, groove boxes, and algorithmic composition.

120-voice polyphony, updated LFOs, and much more

Making the most of both its new design and new processing hardware, the wavestate module offers an impressive 120-voice stereo polyphony. The new 4U rack-mount enclosure has the same controls as the keyboard models, but is easily portable and fits perfectly into any studio or desktop production system.

Responding to user requests, we have also updated all the LFOs with free-running, Delay start, and retriggering options, added new modulation sources, and much more. A software update will also be available for the original wavestate.

The wavestate module is fully compatible with sounds and samples from the original wavestate, wavestate mk II, wavestate SE, and wavestate native software, as well as many excellent libraries from other developers.

MIDI 2.0 Property Exchange and polyphonic Aftertouch compatibility

With the latest software updates, all wavestate models, hardware and software, are now compatible with MIDI 2.0 Property Exchange. Hundreds of the original factory sounds have been updated to include polyphonic Aftertouch modulation (channel Aftertouch is also supported). All this makes the wavestate module an excellent companion to KORG's Keystage controller.

Rack and desktop mounting

The wavestate module is cleverly designed for both desktop and rack use. The panel has been redesigned to fit a standard 19-inch width, and the rear Jack panel is recessed to make cables easily accessible even with equipment mounted directly above. In desktop configurations, the supports allow you to choose the panel angle: flatter for working standing up, or more vertical for working sitting down in the studio.

Many musicians have requested a module version of the wavestate. Now that components are once again available after a long period of supply chain disruption, KORG is pleased to make that request a reality.