Korg 2600M 2026

The Korg ARP 2600 M is a faithful, fully analogue recreation of the legendary ARP 2600, reimagined in a compact 60% form factor that is far easier to fit into modern studios and live rigs. With its classic semi-modular architecture, three powerful oscillators, dual vintage filter types and lush spring reverb, it delivers the unmistakable character that defined countless records, films, TV shows and game soundtracks, now enhanced with USB and MIDI connectivity for contemporary workflows.

Designed and built in Japan, the ARP 2600 M keeps the original signal path and analogue components intact, so you get the same weighty basses, searing leads, sci-fi effects and evolving textures that made the 1970s original so iconic. At the same time, thoughtful updates like smoother sliders, improved envelope response and modern I/O make it a genuinely practical centrepiece for any hardware or DAW-based setup.

As a semi-modular instrument, the ARP 2600 M is ready to play straight out of the box, with a clear, normalled signal flow that is easy to follow. When you are ready to go deeper, an extensive patch bay opens the door to advanced sound design, experimental modulation and integration with Eurorack, Volcas and other voltage-controlled gear. It is both an inspiring performance instrument and a powerful teaching tool for learning synthesis from the ground up.

To round things off, the ARP 2600 M includes a versatile software bundle featuring production tools, learning platforms and additional virtual instruments, helping you take your ideas from first patch to finished track.

Classic ARP Sound in a Compact Format

The ARP 2600 M shrinks the original 2600 to around 60% of its size, making it far more portable and easier to accommodate in modern studios, without compromising the analogue circuitry that made the original famous. You get the same rich tone and responsive feel, now in a format that is practical for touring, desktop setups and smaller spaces.

All Analogue, Semi Modular Powerhouse

With three analogue oscillators, envelopes, filter, amplifier and a comprehensive modulation section, the ARP 2600 M functions as a complete synth voice before you even touch a patch cable. The semi-modular design means you can start making music immediately, then gradually explore more complex routings as your confidence grows.

Deep Modular Style Patch Bay

The ARP 2600 M includes a wealth of classic modular utilities such as ring modulation, lag and voltage processors, an envelope follower, clockable switch, noise source, sample and hold, signal inverters, an auxiliary mixer and parallel-wired multi jacks. This turns the instrument into a true sound design laboratory, ideal for experimental textures, generative patches and intricate performance setups.

Modern Connectivity and Refined Playability

USB and DIN MIDI inputs let you control the ARP 2600 M directly from your DAW or a MIDI controller, with pitch bend, modulation and portamento on/off all accessible via MIDI CC. A normalised 5 V standard makes it easier to integrate with external hardware, while stereo jack outputs, smoother sliders and improved attack and release time ratios make the instrument feel more refined and responsive in everyday use.

• Legendary ARP 2600 Sound in a Smaller Chassis - The ARP 2600 M recreates the original all analogue circuitry in a body that is approximately 60% of the original size, giving you the same iconic tone in a more compact, portable and studio friendly format.
• Three Oscillators and Dual Filter Types - A trio of oscillators provides sawtooth, dynamic pulse, sine and triangle waves for everything from solid basses to complex soundscapes, while the inclusion of both 4012 and 4072 filter types captures the distinct flavours of different ARP 2600 revisions.
• Extensive Semi Modular Patch Bay - Built in ring modulation, lag and voltage processors, envelope follower, clockable switch, noise, sample and hold, signal inverters, auxiliary mixer and multi jacks give you a deep modular style environment without needing a full rack of separate modules.
• USB and MIDI Integration - MIDI over USB and DIN MIDI in make it easy to hook the ARP 2600 M up to your DAW or hardware controllers, while normalised 5 V levels and stereo jack outputs simplify integration with Volcas, Eurorack systems and modern audio interfaces.

General

• Product Type: Semi modular analogue synthesiser module
• Polyphony: Monophonic
• Design: Based on original ARP 2600 architecture
• Size: Approximately 60% of original ARP 2600

Sound Engine

• Oscillators: 3 analogue VCOs
• Waveforms: Sawtooth, dynamic pulse, sine, triangle (depending on oscillator)
• Filters: 4012 and 4072 low pass filter types
• Amplifier: Analogue VCA
• Envelopes: ADSR and AR with improved attack and release time ratios
• Effects: Spring reverb adapted to compact chassis

Modular and Utility Sections

• Ring Modulator
• Lag Processor
• Voltage Processors
• Envelope Follower
• Clockable Switch
• Noise Generator
• Sample and Hold Module
• Signal Inverters
• Auxiliary Mixer
• Parallel wired / multi jacks
• Normalised voltage: 5 V for external gear compatibility

Controls

• Front panel sliders with smoother action
• Dedicated controls for oscillators, filter, envelopes, VCA and utilities
• Portamento on/off controllable via MIDI CC

Connectivity

• Audio Outputs: Left / Right stereo jack outputs
• MIDI: DIN MIDI in
• USB: USB port for MIDI data
• Patch Points: Multiple CV and audio inputs/outputs for semi modular routing

Software Bundle

• Izotope Ozone Elements
• Skoove online lessons
• Reason Lite DAW
• Additional software instruments from Korg and other brands