Korg MPS-10 Drum, Percussion, and Sampler Pad Overview

Whether you’re a drummer looking for a new sonic palette, a bedroom musician seeking the ultimate sample platform, or a live-looping wizard, you’ll be in awe of the Korg MPS-10, a multipad electronic drum machine and percussion controller designed to take live and home music production to a whole new level. With a whopping 10 drum pads, rich presets, powerful real-time control functions, and massive looping and sampling capabilities, the MPS-10 gives you a percussion powerhouse that will keep your creativity flowing.

The Korg MPS-10 packs in 200 kits, 77 effects, 48-voices of polyphony, and 3000 samples across 2358 instruments, delivering endless inspiration. You can easily load your own samples into its 32GB of internal memory via USB, allowing you to exploit the machines unique 4-track looper for building complex looping performances. The innovative CC-Pad function permits real-time effects and device control. Use set list functions to build the ultimate live setups and Smooth Sound Transition (SST) for seamless transitions. The MPS-10 includes an AC power adapter.

Versatile Sound Presets

Experience rich expressiveness and a wide variety of presets that adapt to your playing style, covering diverse genres, and featuring an extensive selection of loop sounds for creative exploration. The 200 kit presets provide an excellent foundation from which your creativity can jump. Round-robin drums introduce natural variations by triggering different samples for repetitive sounds like snare rolls or fast hi-hats.

Real-Time Control

The continuous control pads (CC pads) allow you to control built-in effects in real time, adding depth and dynamics to your performances with intuitive touch sensitivity. Transmit and receive MIDI signals, as well as USB audio signals.

Four-Track Looper

Record not only the unit’s sound but also external audio with the four-track looper. Play and manipulate tracks in sync, with built-in effects, making it perfect for live looping performances.

Powerful Sampler

Sample both internal and external audio simultaneously, instantly triggering sampled sounds on the pads. Edit sampled data directly on the unit for seamless sound customization.

Comprehensive I/O

• 1 x 1/4″ headphone output for silent practice and production work
• 1/4″ TRS stereo TRS line input and 1/4″ TRS mic input
• Dual 1/4″ stereo pair line output, as well as SUB OUT 1 and SUB OUT 2
• 1/4″ trigger inputs for channels A/B and C/D
• 1/4″ TRS pedal input
• 5-pin MIDI DIN output for transmitting MIDI signals to other hardware
• USB-A and USB-B ports for flash drives and host connection respectively

Set List Function and SST

Organize your kits to your liking and register up to eight set lists, for streamlined live performances and making transitions between songs effortless.