Description
The Kurzweil K2088 is a flagship 88-note workstation that reimagines the legendary K2000 for the modern player. Combining Kurzweil’s latest Dynamic V.A.S.T. engine, 6-operator FM, VA-style oscillators and a huge factory library, it is built for serious stage and studio work. With 256 voices of polyphony, deep hands-on control and generous user memory, it is a powerhouse for composers, sound designers and performers who need one instrument to handle everything. At its core, the K2088 delivers Kurzweil’s most advanced implementation of V.A.S.T. to date. Up to 32 layers per programme, flexible DSP routing and powerful modulation options let you sculpt everything from classic K2 textures to entirely new sonic landscapes. Add in patented FlashPlay technology, extensive effects and a fully weighted Fatar TP/40L keybed with aftertouch, and you have an instrument that feels as good as it sounds. Beyond its sound engine, the K2088 is designed to be the centre of your rig. Sixteen-part multitimbrality, 16-zone Multis, 16-track sequencing, multiple arpeggiators, CC step sequencers and real-time MIDI Riffs give you deep compositional tools without leaving the keyboard. A bright colour LCD, intuitive category browsing and QuickAccess mode keep navigation fast and fluid, whether you are building complex setups or just calling up a piano for a gig. Connectivity and control are equally comprehensive. Four balanced TRS outputs, audio inputs with onboard FX, MIDI and USB with host functionality, plus pedal, ribbon, wheel and slider inputs make the K2088 a flexible hub for both live and studio environments. With extensive editor software for Mac, PC and iPad, you can dive even deeper into programming and organisation when you need to. Dynamic V.A.S.T. Sound Engine The K2088’s Dynamic V.A.S.T. architecture offers up to 32 layers per programme, user-programmable DSP algorithms and flexible routing, including Cascade Mode for chaining layers. This lets you build highly detailed, evolving sounds that respond musically to your playing, from subtle acoustic nuances to complex, cinematic textures. Huge Factory Library and User Memory With 2 GB of factory samples and over 2000 factory programmes plus 500+ Multis, the K2088 covers pianos, EPs, organs, synths, strings, basses, guitars and more. A further 2 GB of non-volatile user flash memory lets you load your own samples and legacy Kurzweil formats, making it easy to carry your personal library and decades of classic sounds in one instrument. Performance-Focused Keyboard and Controls The 88-key fully weighted Fatar TP/40L keybed with velocity and aftertouch provides a responsive, expressive playing experience suited to both piano and synth work. With a ribbon controller, wheels, sliders, knobs, buttons and multiple pedal inputs, you have extensive real-time control for shaping sounds and performances on the fly. Advanced Sequencing, Arps and Modulation A 16-track sequencer, 16 programmable arpeggiators, 16 MIDI CC step sequencers and 16 Riffs per Multi give you powerful tools for building arrangements and rhythmic patterns inside the keyboard. Dedicated transport and arp controls keep everything playable and immediate, ideal for live performance and fast songwriting. Key Features Dynamic V.A.S.T. with 32 Layers per Programme – Kurzweil’s most advanced V.A.S.T. implementation lets you stack and route up to 32 layers, use Cascade Mode and deploy a wide range of DSP blocks. This depth allows you to design intricate, expressive sounds that can replace multiple instruments in your setup. 4 GB FlashPlay Sample System – With 2 GB of factory samples and 2 GB of user flash memory, the K2088 delivers instant access to a huge sound palette with zero loading time. You can combine Kurzweil’s extensive library with your own samples and legacy files for a truly personalised workstation. Triple Engine Power: V.A.S.T., FM and Virtual Analogue – The combination of Dynamic V.A.S.T., a 6-operator FM engine and VA1-der…
