Korg miniKORG 700 (1973)
A compact, monophonic analog synthesizer that marked Korg’s entry into the synth market with hands-on sound creation and an unusual built-in speaker.
Overview
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Korg |
| Model | miniKORG 700 |
| Type | monophonic analog synthesizer |
| Production Year | 1973 |
| Number of Keys | 37 |
| Key Size | Full |
| Key Weight | Synth |
| Touch Sensitive | no |
| Aftertouch | no |
| Polyphony | 1 |
| Sound Generation | Analog |
| Synthesis Type | Subtractive |
| Oscillator | 1 VCO |
| Filter | high pass, low pass |
| Sounds Editable | no |
| Recorder/Sequencer | no |
| MIDI | no |
| USB | no |
| Tablet Connectivity | no |
| AC Power | yes |
| Batteries | no |
| Speakers | yes |
| Audio Out | yes |
| Audio In | no |
| Sustain Pedal | no |
| Soft Pedal | no |
| Expression Pedal | no |
Design
The Korg miniKORG 700 featured an unorthodox control layout and a compact form factor that reflected the limitations of early 1970s electronics. It uses analog subtractive synthesis with a single VCO and includes both high-pass and low-pass filters. The inclusion of a built-in speaker was unusual for synthesizers at the time and set it apart from contemporaries.
Context
The miniKORG 700 marked Korg’s entry into the synthesizer market in 1973. As the company’s first mass-produced monophonic synthesizer, it established Korg as a serious player in analog synthesis, paving the way for future models like the 700S and beyond.
Market
A fully serviced Korg miniKORG 700 was listed for $1,409 in January 2025, indicating strong collector interest. A separate used listing showed a price of $246.64, reflecting variability in condition and market demand.
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