Korg Pa1000 vs Medeli MK1
| Korg Pa1000 | Medeli MK1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | 61 semi-weighted keys (C2 – C7) with velocity and aftertouch | mini keys MMK |
| Aftertouch | yes | — |
| Polyphony | 128 | 32 |
| Sounds / presets | 1750 | 100 |
| Accompaniment styles | 430 | — |
| Sound engine | EDS-X (Enhanced Definition Synthesis – eXpanded) | — |
| 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 | — |
| Speakers | 66 W | 2 W |
| Bluetooth | — | No |
| Weight | 10.75 kg | 0.95 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | — | 490 × 184 × 60 mm |
| Battery power | — | yes |
| Released | 2017 | — |
| Release month | 9 | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 61 | 37 |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Medeli MK1 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (10.75 kg vs 0.95 kg).
- Choose the Korg Pa1000 if you layer sounds or use the sustain pedal heavily (128 vs 32).
- Choose the Korg Pa1000 if you want more variety of built-in voices (1750 vs 100).
- Choose the Korg Pa1000 if you practise out loud without an amp (66 W vs 2 W).
Full spec sheets: Korg Pa1000 · Medeli MK1. Rows with a highlighted background differ.