Korg Kronos OS 2.1.1 released
new software update for the KRONOS: version 2.1.1
From Korg, sent on december 2nd:
Dear KRONOS user,
We’ve just released a new software update for the KRONOS: version 2.1.1. This update fixes a problem introduced in version 2.1 in which note-offs from any MIDI channel were erroneously duplicated on the Global channel. Also included are fixes for a couple of older issues.
Version 2.1.1 also includes all of the new features from version 2.1:
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Here’s the lineup:
* KRONOS software version 2.1
* KRONOS Editor version 2.1
* Updated factory sounds
* KRS-06 CX-3 Signature Sounds
* KRONOS Sub-System Firmware Version 6.04
More details below!
* KRONOS software version 2.1
KRONOS software version 2.1 adds several new features, including a newly improved CX-3 engine plus three new features tailored for live performance: real-time indication of the Rotary Speaker speed in all performance modes, a polyphony-saving option for Timbre/Track Mute, and the ability to assign external MIDI CCs (from a pedal controller, for instance) to a number of special functions. For more information, please see the updated PDF manuals and the onboard Help system.
In addition to these new features, the update includes various improvements and resolutions to specific operational issues. For more information, please see the Release Notes.
We recommend that all KRONOS and KRONOS X users update to version 2.1.0. This update may be installed on any KRONOS, regardless of the currently installed system version; it is not necessary to install intermediate upgrades first.
* KRONOS Editor version 2.1
This new version of the Editor supports (and requires) KRONOS software version 2.1.0, including the new CX-3 features and the Global Mute Mode parameter. It also adds Overview/Page Jump functionality: clicking on most of the graphics on the Program Play Main page, such as filters, LFOs, or envelopes, will jump to the appropriate page of parameters, similar to the KRONOS’s Play Page. In addition to these new features, the update includes various improvements and resolutions to specific operational issues.
* Updated factory sounds
To accompany KRONOS software version 2.1, we’ve released a new version of the factory sounds: PRELOAD_V2.PCG. This includes updated CX-3 Programs in banks I-A and U-C, which take advantage of the new CX-3 features in KRONOS system version 2.1.
* KRS-06: CX-3 Signature Sounds
To celebrate the updated CX-3, we asked some of our favorite organ players to collaborate with us on a new set of sounds. The result is KRS-06: CX-3 Signature Sounds, a bank of 128 EXi Programs which deliver the distinctive timbres of these acclaimed artists and take full advantage of the new CX-3 features.
* KRONOS Sub-System Firmware Version 6.04
This update to the KRONOS low-level sub-system improves communication with USB 3.0 ports on Windows computers and improves the startup screen. It also includes various other improvements. Updater applications are provided for Mac OS X and Windows. We recommend that all KRONOS and KRONOS X users perform this update.
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If you haven’t updated yet, you’ll enjoy the improved CX-3 engine and three new features tailored for live performance: real-time indication of the Rotary Speaker speed in all performance modes, a polyphony-saving option for Timbre/Track Mute, and the ability to assign external MIDI CCs (from a pedal controller, for instance) to a number of special functions. For more information, please see the updated PDF manuals and the onboard Help system.
Version 2.1.1 is free for all registered users, and available for download from http://www.korg.com/kronos/Support in the “Operating System” section.
Best regards,
KORG
