Description KORG EK-50
Sometimes the world of music may seem far too complex for beginners, yet this is exactly where the KORG EK-50 steps in — an instrument that lets you gain confidence quickly and breathe life into every chord with ease.
In short, it’s a versatile arranger keyboard designed to inspire both those just taking their first steps and those already comfortable on stage or in the studio. You don’t need to be a virtuoso to enjoy improvisation or to experiment with bold ideas — just power it on, choose a style, and let the music unfold. And it’s not limited to basic features: with a wide range of ready-to-use accompaniments, hundreds of tones, and carefully designed details, it’s built to fuel creativity rather than complicate the process.
This keyboard almost speaks to you: “You can do it!”, and that feeling is at the heart of the experience. Even if you’ve never owned an instrument before, within minutes you’ll be creating grooves and melodies that bring you joy.
Why choose this model?
- Effortless to use yet rich in features: switch on and start playing straight away
- Over 700 sounds and more than 280 auto-accompaniments cover musical genres from all over the world
- Perfect for live performance thanks to the built-in speaker system and intuitive controls
- Compatible with modern tech and connectable to other devices for expanded creativity
- Compact and lightweight design makes it equally convenient at home and on the move
Model description
When it comes to the KORG EK-50, it’s important to see it for what it really is: not just a keyboard, but a gateway into songwriting and live performance. It’s designed to let you focus on the joy of playing without getting bogged down by technicalities. Forget about thick manuals — its controls are intuitive, and most functions are self-explanatory as you play.
It comes packed with over 700 tones — from authentic piano samples and expressive brass, to modern synth patches. Switching between acoustic piano and drum machine takes just moments, allowing you to create arrangements on the fly.
More than 280 auto-accompaniment styles make it feel like you’re performing with a full band. Choose a genre, tempo and mood — the keyboard adds chords, drums and bass, giving you the sensation of leading your own ensemble.
The built-in speakers sound vibrant and are more than enough for practice at home. When it’s time for the stage or studio, simply connect to an external system to boost the sound. The option to run on batteries also makes it easy to take anywhere, so you’re never far from inspiration.
Who is it for?
The real strength of the KORG EK-50 lies in its ability to suit both beginners and advanced players. For students, it’s a great tool to speed up learning and keep practice engaging. Hobbyists will enjoy how it breaks down barriers to making music. For songwriters and producers, it offers a quick way to sketch out ideas, record demos and explore new sounds. Session musicians will also appreciate having such a reliable companion when travelling.
Specifications KORG EK-50
- Keyboard: 61 velocity-sensitive keys
- Sound engine: more than 702 tones (including piano, guitars, strings, brass, synths)
- Auto-accompaniment: over 280 styles
- Effects: reverb, chorus, multi-band EQ
- Polyphony: up to 64 voices
- Sequencer: record up to 12 tracks
- Built-in speakers: 2 x 10 W
- Audio outputs: stereo out, headphone out
- Aux In for external audio sources
- Sustain pedal input
- Power supply: adaptor or 8 x AA batteries
- Dimensions: 994 x 392 x 132 mm
- Weight: approx. 7.5 kg