KORG MS-20 V by Arturia synth plugin interface

KORG MS-20 V: Virtual Semi-Modular Analog Synth by Arturia

KORG MS-20 V is a virtual analog synthesizer by Arturia, an software emulation of the original MS-20 designed in partnership with KORG. It runs in a DAW or standalone with a MIDI keyboard.

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01Overview

KORG MS-20 V is a software emulation of the KORG MS-20, a semi-modular monophonic synth released in 1978. Arturia developed it in partnership with KORG to recreate the instrument's gritty, high-voltage character. The plugin pairs dual VCOs and resonant filters modeled on KORG IC-35 and OTA chips with a patch bay for custom signal routing. Arturia has also added 6-voice polyphony, a 12-step sequencer and a 16-effect section.

Best for

Aggressive bass sounds
Resonant lead synths
Semi-modular sound design
Sidechained synth textures
Sequenced basslines
Analog-style electronic music

Developer: Arturia
Category: Synths
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Software emulation of the original MS-20, designed in partnership with KORG
Dual VCOs with Noise, PWM, Ring Mod, Hard-Sync and Frequency Modulation
High-pass and low-pass filters modeled on KORG IC-35 and OTA chips
Patch bay for semi-modular signal customization
Built-in 3-channel, 12-step sequencer based on KORG SQ-10
Expanded 6-voice polyphony with Unison mode
16 effects across 4 slots, in series or parallel
MTS-ESP microtuning compatibility

03In depth

Sound Character and Core Synthesis

The oscillators offer Noise, PWM, Ring Mod, Hard-Sync and Frequency Modulation, so you can move from detuned basses to sharp, howling leads. The high-pass and low-pass filters are modeled on KORG IC-35 and OTA chips, aiming to reproduce the original's resonant, aggressive tone.

A Modulation Generator LFO with morphing waveforms and two Envelope Generators with Looping and Snappy modes add movement. The External Signal Processor adds an Envelope Follower and sidechaining, which lets an incoming signal shape the sound.

Patch Bay, Sequencer and Expanded Features

The patch bay lets you reroute the signal path for semi-modular sound design. Its built-in 3-channel, 12-step sequencer is based on the KORG SQ-10 and can be routed through the patch bay to modulate other parts of the synth.

Arturia added 6-voice polyphony with Unison mode, a 16-effect section across 4 slots that can run in series or parallel, and MTS-ESP microtuning compatibility.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	Arturia
Type	Plugin
Category	Synth
Formats	Standalone
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is KORG MS-20 V?

KORG MS-20 V is a software emulation of the KORG MS-20 synthesizer, developed by Arturia in partnership with KORG. It can run inside a DAW or standalone with a MIDI keyboard.

Which operating systems does KORG MS-20 V support?

KORG MS-20 V runs on Windows 10 and later (64-bit) and on macOS 11 and later, including Apple Silicon CPUs. ARM processors are not supported on Windows.

What do I need to use KORG MS-20 V?

You need a computer meeting the listed requirements: 4 GB RAM, a 4-core CPU at 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost), 3 GB of free disk space and an OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU. It can be used inside a DAW such as Live, FL Studio or Logic, or in standalone mode.