Korg Pa1000 vs Korg Pa5X-76
| Korg Pa1000 | Korg Pa5X-76 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 61 semi-weighted keys (C2 – C7) with velocity and aftertouch | Semi-weighted keys with Aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | yes | — |
| Polyphony | 128 | 160 |
| Sounds / presets | 1750 | 2200 |
| Accompaniment styles | 430 | 600 |
| Sequencer | — | Chord Sequencer (More than 200 Chord Sequences; Recorder/Player) |
| Sound engine | EDS-X (Enhanced Definition Synthesis – eXpanded) | EDS-XP |
| Effects | Accompaniment/Song: 2 insert effects, 2 master effects (148 types); Keyboard Sounds: 1 insert effect, 2 master effects (148 types); Final mastering effects: Limiter, Master EQ; Voice Processor (TC-Helicon): EQ, Compressor, Gate, 3-voice Harmonizer, 2 x FX; Guitar Processor 3 x FX | Keyboard Tracks 3 Insert + 3 Master; Style/Song 10 Insert + 3 Master; Master EQ and Finalizer |
| Speakers | 66 W | None (line out only) |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| USB audio | — | Yes |
| Pads / faders | — | Four Assignable Pads + Stop Buttons; More than 400 Pads |
| Weight | 10.75 kg | 17.4 kg |
| Released | — | 2022 |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 61 | 76 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Korg Pa1000 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (10.75 kg vs 17.4 kg).
- Choose the Korg Pa5X-76 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (128 vs 160).
- Choose the Korg Pa5X-76 if you want more variety of built-in voices (1750 vs 2200).
- Choose the Korg Pa1000 if you practise out loud without an amp (66 W vs None (line out only)).
Full spec sheets: Korg Pa1000 · Korg Pa5X-76. Rows with a highlighted background differ.