The Korg DRV-3000 digital effects processor provides a broad palette of sound-processing possibilities, offering musicians and engineers access to a wide range of creative effects within a single unit. Designed as a versatile stereo processor, the Korg DRV-3000 includes sixteen different sound-processing effects that can be applied to either mono or stereo inputs.
These include five types of reverb, two early reflection effects, and two echo effects, alongside modulation and special processing options such as flange, chorus, ensemble, panning, and two pitch shift effects. A parametric EQ/driver effect is also included, further expanding the shaping possibilities available within the unit. All effects operate in stereo, allowing the Korg DRV-3000 to deliver spatial processing suitable for both studio and live applications.
The Korg DRV-3000 organises its effects into programs that combine two effects together. Each program uses a dual-effect structure where two different processing blocks are used simultaneously to produce a single effect configuration. The processor includes 32 factory preset programs that demonstrate a wide range of possible effect combinations and provide ready-to-use settings for a variety of musical situations.
Users are also able to create their own customised programs by editing the individual parameters of each effect. Parameters represent the functional elements that define how an effect behaves, and by adjusting these controls users can significantly reshape the character of each effect. Two effects can be combined in either serial or parallel configurations. In serial operation the input signal is first processed by one effect and then passed to the second effect for further processing.
In parallel operation the input signal is split into two paths so that each effect processes the signal independently. Edited effects can be stored as user programs, with space for 32 programs stored in the same locations as the factory presets. The first 16 preset programs can always be recalled if required.
Operation of the Korg DRV-3000 is designed to be convenient and flexible. The processor includes a wireless remote control unit that allows instant selection of effects and programs, as well as adjustment of levels, effect cancellation, and parameter editing from a distance.
The unit also provides MIDI control capability. Programs can be selected from an external MIDI keyboard or sequencer, allowing performers to change effects instantly during live performance. Each program can be assigned to a MIDI program number so that it corresponds directly with specific keyboard voices or performance setups. A MIDI keyboard can additionally be used to control the amount of pitch shift applied when using the pitch shift effects.
For additional live control, the Korg DRV-3000 supports an optional pedal switch. This can be used to switch reverb time to a secondary pre-programmed setting, cancel the effect, or change programs. This functionality allows performers to adjust processing without removing their hands from their instruments.
The Korg DRV-3000 also offers flexible output routing for expanded spatial processing. Two pairs of output connectors allow the processor to be configured for surround sound style operation. When using a stereo input signal, the direct signal can be routed to one pair of speakers while a variable mix of direct and processed signal can be sent to another pair, enabling a wide and immersive sound field.
Features
- Sixteen stereo digital effects including reverbs, echoes, modulation and pitch shifting
- Five reverb effects with additional early reflection processing
- Two echo effects for delay based processing
- Special effects including flange, chorus, ensemble and panning
- Two pitch shift effects with MIDI control capability
- Parametric EQ driver effect for additional tonal shaping
- Dual effect program structure combining two effects per program
- Thirty two factory preset programs
- User programmable memory for customised effect programs
- Serial and parallel routing options for effect combinations
- Wireless remote control for program selection and parameter editing
- MIDI program selection from keyboard or sequencer
- MIDI control of pitch shift parameters
- Optional pedal switch control for reverb time, program change and effect bypass
- Dual output pairs allowing surround style processing configurations
- Stereo processing compatible with both mono and stereo input sources