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KAOSS Returns

Korg's KAOSS PAD is back with KAOSS PAD V

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16 January 2026

KAOSS PAD returns with a reimagined touch interface, expanded effects, and a workflow built for modern creators. With dual-touch performance, advanced vocal shaping, and flexible connectivity, KAOSS PAD V gives vocalists, guitarists, producers, and performers a responsive tool for real-time sound manipulation. It reacts instantly to every gesture, turning touch into expressive, musical control.

Two Fingers. Total Control

Take expressive performance further with new dual-touch operation. Move two parameters at once to build evolving textures – filter with delay, pitch with reverb, modulation with feedback, or any combination the program allows. Each gesture introduces new movement and sound-shaping possibilities.

Connected for Any Workflow

KAOSS PAD V integrates smoothly into today’s studio, stage, and streaming environments. Use the MIC, LINE, and USB inputs simultaneously to blend vocals, instruments, and computer audio in a single setup. The balanced mic preamp delivers clean vocal input, while the dedicated Hi-Z jack lets you plug guitars and basses directly into the unit without extra hardware.

Vocal KAOSS

KAOSS PAD V’s new Voice FX engine brings creative vocal processing to performances and production. Add harmonies, vocoder layers, pitch-morphed tones, and other expressive vocal textures in real time. You can also control external MIDI gear using your voice, opening entirely new ways to perform.

A Guitar Powerhouse

A dedicated high-impedance input makes it easy to connect an electric guitar or bass directly with no additional hardware required.

Record, Overdub & Loop

Capture ideas instantly using KAOSS PAD V’s sampling and looping tools:

Sample up to 8 bars (dependent on tempo)

Overdub layers in real time

Maintain loop position accuracy during playback

Use BPM-synced Step Hold to stay locked to the groove

Access multiple playback and slicing modes for creative rearrangement

Number of Programs

300 (200 Preset, 100 User)

External Memory

SD card, SDHC card (up to 32 GB)

ETA Mid-March

CONTACT

CMI Music and Audio: (03) 9315 2244

Website: cmi.com.au

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