Ketron EVENT 61 vs Korg PA5X
| Ketron EVENT 61 | Korg PA5X | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 61 half weighted keys. 4 Dynamic curves | Pa5X 61: 61 keys (C2 – C7) Semi–weighted keys with Aftertouch Pa5X 76: 76 keys (E1 – G7) Semi–weighted keys with Aftertouch Pa5X 88: 88 keys (A0 – C8) Hammer action with Aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | yes | yes |
| Polyphony | 216 | 160 |
| Sounds / presets | 464 | 2200 |
| Accompaniment styles | 400 | 600 |
| Sequencer | HD Recording: 1 stereo audio track. Midi and Song Style recording. Audio Multitrack: 5+1 audio tracks with separate slider control | Chord Sequencer (200+ chord sequences); double MP3 player/recorder; full 16-track style sequencer |
| Sound engine | — | EDS-XP (Enhanced Definition Synthesis-Expanded), multimode filters with resonance, 3-band EQ per part |
| 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) | — |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| USB audio | — | No |
| Weight | 13 kg | 20.1 kg |
| Released | 2023 | 2021 |
| Release month | 2 | — |
| Status | current | legacy |
| Keys | 61 | 61 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Ketron EVENT 61 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (13 kg vs 20.1 kg).
- Choose the Ketron EVENT 61 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (216 vs 160).
- Choose the Korg PA5X if you want more variety of built-in voices (464 vs 2200).
Full spec sheets: Ketron EVENT 61 · Korg PA5X. Rows with a highlighted background differ.