At NAMM 2025, Korg will preview the new microAudio 22 and 722 audio interfaces with built-in analog filter and DSP effects.
Last week, Korg unveiled its new Synthesizer product lineup for NAMM 2025. A new Kronos, the multi/poly desktop module, a miniKORG 700SM, and the multi/poly synth as a plugin. Korg also shows an outlook every year on what the developers are developing.
In 2020, for example, they previewed an early prototype of the Opsix, an FM Synthesizer that is now a regular product. At NAMM 2025, Korg will preview the new, interesting audio interfaces microAudio 22 and microAudio 722.
Korg microAudio 22 and 722
microAudio 22 and 722 are new tabletop-optimized, sleek, all-black audio interfaces currently under development. These are prototypes and products not ready for the mass market.
In addition to our new releases, KORG will showcase a selection of concept prototypes—products in their exploratory phase that push the boundaries of what’s possible in music creation. These prototypes represent our vision for the future and invite feedback from the music community.
While these concepts may or may not be destined for commercialization, we’re excited to share our ideas and gather inspiration from the incredible NAMM audience.
Both units are 2-in/2-out audio interfaces with a Hi-Z input, +48V phantom power, and up to 24-bit/192kHz recording. Both will have MIDI, but not sure if there is a MIDI interface built-in. We don’t have a picture from the backside so far.
The Korg microAudio 22 and 722 offer direct monitoring, so you can listen to the input signal in real time with no latency. A highlight is the built-in hardware DSP effects, which allow you to process your recordings instantly. These include a noise gate, compressor, and more.
Each channel has a level control with dedicated LEDs to monitor the signals. Plus, you get a switch (+48V…) per channel. Both interfaces have very similar feature sets, but there is a big difference.
The new microAudio 722 features a 700S analog filter with lowpass and highpass options based on the miniKORG 700S Synthesizer. You can tweak it on the hardware unit with cutoff and resonance controls.
In addition, it hosts a modulation engine with a sync-able LFO and envelope follower with rate and init controls. You can choose which modulate you want to use with a switch on the hardware. Building an analog filter into a small audio interface is an exciting idea. This allows you to add analog heat to any signal you route in.
Further, Korg promises that both interfaces will ship with unique software bundles that maximize your recordings.
First Impression
Korg is developing two interesting new audio interfaces. The microAudio 722, featuring a built-in analog filter, will likely garner the most attention. I am curious when these will be available on the market.
Korg microAudio 22 and 722 availability and price is TBA.
More information here: Korg
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