Korg KROME EX vs Yamaha MODX+
| Korg KROME EX | Yamaha MODX+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | Semi Weighted Keyboard. Velocity sensitive is supported, after touch is not supported (KROME EX-61; у EX-88 — NH Natural Weighted Hammer Action) | GHS Keyboard |
| Aftertouch | no | — |
| Polyphony | 120 | 128 |
| Sounds / presets | 896 | 2500 |
| Sequencer | Tracks 16-track + 1 master track; Number of Songs 128; Resolution 1/480; Maximum memory 210,000 MIDI events; KORG (KROME) format, SMF format 0 and 1 | 16-track |
| Sound engine | EDS-X (Enhanced Definition Synthesis - eXpanded) | AWM2 + FM-X |
| Effects | Insert Effects 5 (stereo in/out); Master Effects 2; Total Effect 1; Effect Types 193; Timbre/Track EQ 3-band; Stereo side chain | VCM |
| Speakers | None (line out only) | None (line out only) |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| USB audio | — | Yes |
| Weight | 7.2 kg | 13.8 kg |
| Released | — | 2022 |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 61 | 88 |
| 88 Algorithms; Effects | — | Reverb x 12 |
| Master Effect X 26; Sequencer | — | 16 Sequence tracks |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Korg KROME EX if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (7.2 kg vs 13.8 kg).
- Choose the Yamaha MODX+ if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (120 vs 128).
- Choose the Yamaha MODX+ if you want more variety of built-in voices (896 vs 2500).
Full spec sheets: Korg KROME EX · Yamaha MODX+. Rows with a highlighted background differ.