Modwave MkII Module Wavetable Synthesizer

Korg's wavetable synthesis has always been about depth, and the Modwave MkII module takes that philosophy into a compact rackmount format that doesn't compromise on capability. Drawing inspiration from the legendary DW-8000, this 4U unit packs dual wavetable oscillators per voice into a 60-voice polyphonic engine that can handle everything from intricate pad layering to aggressive bass sequences without breaking a sweat.

The heart of the Modwave MkII is its wavetable engine, which ships with over 200 factory wavetables, each containing up to 64 individual waveforms. Beyond the raw library, you get 30+ waveform modifiers and 13 morphing types that let you blend and transform timbres in real-time, creating textures that sit somewhere between analog warmth and digital precision. Each voice includes a sub oscillator and noise generator, plus your choice of three filter models: the aggressive MS-20 lowpass and highpass, the sweet Polysix lowpass, or the newly enhanced multimode filter. The modulation architecture is genuinely expansive—four envelope generators, five LFOs, dual mod processors, and Motion Sequencing 2.0 with up to four independent automation lanes give you the tools to create evolving, complex patches. The Kaoss Physics engine, borrowed from Korg's touchpad legacy, adds an organic modulation source based on simulated gravity and friction, which feels refreshingly different from standard LFO modulation. You can import custom wavetables in Serum and WaveEdit formats, so the sonic possibilities extend well beyond the factory content.

The module layout prioritizes hands-on control with dedicated knobs for oscillators, filters, and effects, plus four programmable Mod Knobs for quick access to your most-tweaked parameters. Built-in effects span distortion, modulation, delay, and reverb, while a 4-band parametric EQ and arpeggiator round out the feature set. Connectivity includes MIDI In and Out via both DIN and USB, stereo audio outputs on quarter-inch TRS, and a headphone output. The compact 19-inch rackmount format makes it a practical addition to larger setups, and the included Editor/Librarian software lets you manage sounds and wavetables from your computer.