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EP–133 K.O.ii. ONLY $299 BUY NOW! EP–133 K.O.ii. ONLY $299 BUY NOW! EP–133 K.O.ii. ONLY $299 BUY NOW!
k.o. zum just got its first major os update! we’ve managed to pack a ton of new knockout features like resampling to remix and chop sounds, sidechain for groove control, song mode to arrange tracks of up to 9,801 bars, an optimized playback engine with increased polyphony, plus extended midi support.
resampling sample any sound source on or off the k.o. zum, process it through effects and make a brand new sample from it.
song mode song mode adds the ability to chain scenes and create longer, more structured track arrangements.
sidechaining sidechain allows one sound to control the volume of another, perfect for kick and bass groove control.
more polyphony we’ve managed to increase k.o.zum’s voice count, now supporting 16 mono or 12 stereo voice polyphony.
more midi pass notes between units with midi thru, keep your gear in sync and pair up to 16 devices simultaneously.
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new heavyweight update! resampling for patterns and sounds, song mode to chain scenes together, sidechain for groove control, increased 16 MONO / 12 STEREO voice polyphony, expanded midi functionality and hands-free sampling.
the fastest, punchiest and most affordable sampler in its class. based on the legendary PO-33 K.O!, EP–133 K.O.II adds more power, more sampling capabilities, a reworked sequencer and punch-in 2.0™ effects. it’s a workflow that lets you go from idea to TRACK faster than ever.
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a versatile machine with an impressive set of features, K.O.ii is the new champion in and outside the studio. UNRIVALED BY ANYTHING IN ITS CLASS, this is the sampler you've always wanted at THE incredible price of just$$$.
record sounds around you, sample your VOICE, favorite synthS, vinyl RECORDS OR WHATEVER AUDIO THAT YOU'VE GOT ON your phone.
SEQUENCE YOUR SAMPLES AND LOOPS. MAKE USE OF THE CURATED SELECTION OF DRUMS, BASS AND KEYS THAT COME PRE-LOADED ON YOUR K.O.II.
TWEAK AND automate things like filter, pitch and more... add stereo effects, COMPRESSOR and next genERATION punch-in effects.
world's first super segmenthybrid display
• 9 projects each with 80,000 notes •projects contain 4 groups each with 99 patterns •patterns have 12 TRACKS for samples and MIDI • song mode for chaining scenes into 99 positions • resampling for patterns and sounds •variable pattern length per group (1 to 99 bars) • 16 MONO / 12 STEREO voice polyphony •use groups to mix and match patterns on the fly •record 12 fader assignments simultaneously •sequence in free time or quantized with swing • flexible and dynamic midi functionality •ANY pad CAN BE assignED TO A MIDI channel •loop mode from OB-4 with length AND slide
•12 pressure and velocity sensitive pads • hands-free sampling key combination •instantaneous timE correction and erase •slice samples LIVE OR AUTOmatically • note-triggered sidechain for groove control •stereo / mono sampling at 46.875 kHz / 16-bit •punch-in fx 2.0 (PRESSURE SENSITIVE) •instant commit to quickly construct beats •32-bit float signal chain, 24-bit ADC / DAC •SYNC IO FOR EXT. GEAR. 8TH, 16TH NOTE OR SYNC24 •6 built-in send fx and a master compressor • back up + restore projects in ep-sample-tool •trim and customize samples in ep-sample-tool
•= new features for 0s 2.0
workflow
THE sequencer Engine of the K.O.II provides an intuitive, fast way of building up beats and variations using 4 groups x 12 patterns.
like most daws, you can swap patterns per group, EXPERIMENT with different combos to find what beat and bass lines work together.
the commit button helps you freeze a point in time and move on, adding a verse or a break. it all happens in real time while playing.
sequencing workflow example!
EP-sample-tool
our EP-sample-tool is your go-to for managing samples on K.O.ii and makes it easier to transfer and move them to your mac or pc.
just drag and drop your files on and off the ep-sample-tool to save your samples or back up any project ahead of live gigs.
new! you can now back up and restore individual projects, move files between multiple k.o.ii units and share sample banks with friends.
new! save and load projects
song mode
song mode will play through the song positions from 1-99. each song position can hold a scene.
the length of the song position is the same as the longest pattern in the scene, meaning you can create songs as long as 9,801 bars.
the song list editor is used to assign scenes to positions.
built-in mic and speaker usb–c midi output midi input sync output sync input audio input audio output 4x aaa batteries
"champions aren’t made in gyms. champions are made from something they have deep inside them - a desire, a dream, a vision. they have to have last- minute stamina, they have to be a little bit faster, they have to have the skill and the will. but the will must be stronger than the skill." - muhammad ali
vintage style keys with a modern touch, combining tactility with pressure sensitivity.
((1)) mt 83352 laser engraved. ((2)) operating force 50gf. ((3)) total travel 3.20 mm. ((4)) pa66 polyamide housing. ((5)) pressure sensitive film. ((6)) immersion gold 4-layer pcb.
comes in a limited edition 10" collector's box
the champ edition is a special edition box that includes the ep–133 k.o. zum, a 10” vinyl record plus muhammad ali artwork.
K.O.II starter pak
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EP-133 K.O.II specifications
K.O.II highlights
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resampling
sample any sound source on or off the k.o. zum, process it through effects and make a completely new sample of it.
song mode adds the ability to chain scenes together and create longer, more structured track arrangements.
sidechaining
sidechain allows one sound to control the volume of another, perfect for that kick and bass groove control.
more polyphony
we’ve managed to increase k.o.zum’s voice count, now supporting 16 mono and 12 stereo voice polyphony.
more midi
pass notes between units with midi thru, keep your gear in sync and pair up to 16 devices simultaneously on the k.o. zum.
new heavyweight update! resampling functions for patterns and sounds, song mode to chain scenes together, sidechain for groove control, increased 16 MONO / 12 STEREO voice polyphony, expanded midi functionality and hands-free sampling.
record and sample nearby sounds via line-in or the built-in mic. resample those same sounds and experiment with the beat by adding effects.
sequence your samples and loops, make use of the selection of drums, bass and keys and start chaining your scenes into tracks of 99 positions.
tweak and automate things like filter, pitch and more. add stereo effects, compressor, engage sidechain and next generation punch-in 2.0™ effects.
world's first super segment hybrid display
our EP-sample-tool is your go-to for managing samples on K.O. zum. just drag and drop your files on and off the tool to save your samples or back up any project.
new! you can now back up and restore individual projects, jump files between multiple k.o.ii units and share sample banks with friends and collaborators!
song mode plays through the song positions from 1-99. each song position can hold a scene, and the length of the position is the same as the longest pattern in the scene.
the length of the song position is the same as the longest pattern in the scene. the song list editor is used to assign scenes to song positions.
THE sequencer Engine of the K.O.II provides an intuitive, fast way of building up beats and variations using 4 groups x 12 patterns. like most daws, you can instantly swap patterns per group.
experiment with different combos to find what beat and bass lines work together. the commit button helps you freeze a point in time and move on, adding a verse or a break. it all happens in real time while playing.
"champions aren't made in gyms. champions are made from something they have deep inside them - a desire, a dream, a vision. they have to have last- minute stamina, they have to be a little bit faster, they have to have the skill and the will. but the will must be stronger than the skill." - muhammad ali
vintage style keys with a modern touch, combining true tactility with pressure sensitivity.
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a special edition box that includes ep–133 k.o. zum, its 10” vinyl record plus muhammad ali artwork.
visit sample editor
visit update utility
