Ketron EVENT 61 vs Korg Pa3X
| Ketron EVENT 61 | Korg Pa3X | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 61 half weighted keys. 4 Dynamic curves | 61-key with velocity and aftertouch (semi-weighted) |
| Aftertouch | yes | yes |
| Polyphony | 216 | 120 |
| Sounds / presets | 464 | 1100 |
| Accompaniment styles | 400 | 400 |
| Sequencer | HD Recording: 1 stereo audio track. Midi and Song Style recording. Audio Multitrack: 5+1 audio tracks with separate slider control | — |
| Sound engine | — | KORG EDS (Enhanced Definition Synthesis): 120 Voices, 120 Oscillators |
| Effects | Dsp: Reverb, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Overdrive, Distortion, Tremolo, Autopan, Equalizer; 2 stereo EFX Insert assigned to Voice and Voice 2, 1 Insert to Arranger chords, 1 Insert to Real Chord; 64 Single Presets and 64 Chain Effects | — |
| Speakers | None (line out only) | 80 W |
| Weight | 13 kg | 14.7 kg |
| Discontinued | — | 2015 |
| Status | current | discontinued |
| Keys | 61 | 61 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Ketron EVENT 61 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (13 kg vs 14.7 kg).
- Choose the Ketron EVENT 61 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (216 vs 120).
- Choose the Korg Pa3X if you want more variety of built-in voices (464 vs 1100).
- Choose the Korg Pa3X if you practise out loud without an amp (None (line out only) vs 80 W).
Full spec sheets: Ketron EVENT 61 · Korg Pa3X. Rows with a highlighted background differ.