Korg Announces Oasys PCI Computer Card
 July 23, 1999
Korg USA is premiering the OASYS PCI, a state-of-the-art computer card
which integrates high-quality synthesis, effects processing, and computer
audio input and output into a single, professional PCI audio card which
complements any MIDI sequencer or software-based digital audio workstation.
The OASYS PCI's synthesizers represent a continual evolution from Korg's
OASYS project, with many improvements and additions. There are hundreds
of sounds based on over 20 algorithms, including modeled analog synths,
FM, tonewheel organ and rotary speaker, reed and tine pianos, physically
modeled trumpet, trombone, sax, flute, guitar, bass, vocals, pipe organ,
analog percussion, tempo-based LFOs and analog-style sequencers, and more.
Synthesis algorithms are plug-ins loaded from disk, which allows easy
upgrades and expansion.
The OASYS PCI includes over 100 effects algorithms. The majority of the
effects from Korg's award-winning Trinity workstation are included - everything
from standard reverbs, choruses, flangers, phasers, overdrives, and amp
simulations, to unique effects such as random filter, stepped phaser,
doppler shift, and talking modulator. Additional new effects include tempo
delays, modulation via MIDI-sync'd LFOs and analog-style sequencers, envelope
and LFO-swept filters, new analog EQ and reverb algorithms, a 160 second
maximum delay time, and more.
These effects can process the onboard synthesizers, tracks from digital
audio programs, and live audio inputs - simultaneously. Using the built-in
submixer, chains of up to 4 effects each can be used on up to 12 separate
channel inserts, 4 sends, and 6 stereo output busses. As with synthesis
algorithms, all effects are plug-ins loaded from disk, allowing for easy
expansion in the future. Almost every parameter can be controlled via
MIDI, allowing easy modulation and automation of mixing, synthesis, and
effects from any MIDI sequencer or real-time MIDI controller.
The OASYS PCI features a total of 12 inputs and outputs: stereo analog,
stereo S/PDIF, and eight-channel ADAT optical. All inputs and outputs
are 24-bit, and can be used simultaneously with compatible multitrack
audio software. Word clock and ADAT timecode I/O ensure easy integration
with other digital audio equipment. The onboard DSP processing power provides
zero-latency record monitoring - even with effects - so users will not
experience any timing delays. This DSP power also helps relieve the burden
normally placed on the host CPU when using plug-ins and applications providing
similar functionality.
The OASYS PCI supports all major audio and MIDI standards, for compatibility
with virtually every audio and MIDI program. ASIO drivers for MacOS and
Windows provide direct compatibility with Cakewalk Metro, Cubase VST,
Digital Performer, Logic Audio, Vision DSP, Studio Vision Pro, and more.
Standard Windows drivers provide compatibility with all popular Windows
audio programs, including Cakewalk, Samplitude, SAW, Acid, Sound Forge,
and more. OMS, FreeMIDI, and standard Windows MIDI drivers seamlessly
connect the OASYS PCI to all MIDI sequencers. Version 1.0 will support
MacOS, with a future release adding Windows compatibility.
OASYS PCI will ship in October, 1999 with a list price TBA.
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Specifications:
Audio and sync input and output
- 24-bit stereo analog input and output
- 24-bit S/PDIF input and output
- 24-bit ADAT optical input and output
- BNC Word clock input and output
- ADAT timecode input and output/through
- Sample rates: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, external clock
Synthesizers
- Synthesizers are plug-ins loaded from disk, allowing for easy future
expansion
- Initial release includes over 20 synthesis algorithms and hundreds
of sounds
Effects
- Effects are plug-ins loaded from disk, allowing for easy future expansion
- Initial release includes over one hundred unique effects algorithms
Submixer
- 12 channels, each of which may process synthesis programs, audio inputs,
or hard disk audio tracks
- Channel inserts may each have up to 4 effects
- 4 sends, each with up to 4 effects
- 6 stereo output busses, each with up to 4 effects
Compatibility
- PCI 2.1-compliant
- Audio I/O supports ASIO (Mac and PC) and standard Windows audio I/O
- MIDI supports OMS, FreeMIDI, and standard Windows MIDI
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