Korg modwave vs Roland JUNO-DS61
| Korg modwave | Roland JUNO-DS61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | velocity and release-velocity sensitive | 61 keys (with velocity) |
| Polyphony | 32 | 128 |
| Sound engine | modwave synthesis engine | SuperNATURAL + PCM (Roland JUNO-DS sound engine); conforms to GM2/GS/XGlite |
| Speakers | — | None (line out only) |
| USB audio | — | No |
| Weight | 2.9 kg | 5.3 kg |
| Released | 2021 | 2015 |
| Release month | 1 | — |
| Discontinued | — | 2024 |
| Status | current | legacy |
| Keys | 37 | 61 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Korg modwave if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (2.9 kg vs 5.3 kg).
- Choose the Roland JUNO-DS61 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (32 vs 128).
Full spec sheets: Korg modwave · Roland JUNO-DS61. Rows with a highlighted background differ.