Korg Microaudio 722

KORG microAUDIO 722 is for producers, sound designers and hybrid musicians who want more than just a classic audio interface. You record, but above all you shape the sound. Its real plus is the legendary analog filter of the integrated miniKORG 700S. Ideal if you're looking for a premium creative tool, capable of giving character immediately, without going through endless chains of plug-ins.

Features

Integrated miniKORG 700S analog filter

You don't just capture a signal. You're transforming it. This filter brings warmth, grain and movement where digital processing can quickly become too smooth. In concrete terms, a guitar becomes livelier, a bass thicker, a synth more expressive, with just a few settings.

A sound design tool, not just an interface

You use the KORG microAUDIO 722 as a recording tool, but also as a texturing machine. You test, you sculpt, you imprint color right out of the box. It's perfect for building a sonic identity, creating transitions, or pulling out "already heard" sounds.

Low-pass, high-pass and bypass modes

You adapt the filter to your intention. Low-pass for rounding and thickening. High-pass to lighten a source and let the mix breathe. Bypass for instant comparison. Handy when you're looking for the right balance, but don't want to waste time doubting.

Internal and external signal processing

You filter what you record, but also external sources. A player, a drum machine, a synth, or even a digital signal to "warm up". The advantage is simple: you give analog color to any sound, without changing your workflow.

DAW integration and stand-alone use

Work the way you like. As a stand-alone filter for live processing, or integrated into your production environment to stay in your session. You gain spontaneity: one button, one setting, and your sound takes on another dimension.

MIDI In/Out connectivity

Synchronize and control your setup more easily. Ideal if you combine machines, synths and computers, or if you want to integrate the microAUDIO 722 into a hybrid environment. Keep your workflow clean, without tinkering.

Filter Ark plug-in: hardware and software that respond to each other

You benefit from a coherent ecosystem. The hardware inspires the gesture, the plug-in extends the work in the DAW. The result: you build deeper, more musical treatments, while keeping easy recall of your settings in your projects.

What we like / What we need to know

• The miniKORG 700S analog filter: a true signature sound, immediate and musical.
• An "instrument" approach: ideal for sound design and productions looking for character.
• Low-pass / high-pass / bypass modes: simple, effective and perfect for quick comparisons.
• Internal and external processing: you can color your plugs as well as existing sources.
• MIDI In/Out: suitable for hybrid setups, with machines and DAWs.
• Worth knowing: this is a choice for creativity and analog color, more than an "entry-level" interface for recording without sonic ambition.

FAQ

Is it a good interface if I just want to record?

Yes, but its main interest lies elsewhere. The KORG microAUDIO 722 is designed for those who also want to transform the sound thanks to the analog filter, not just capture a clean take.

Does the filter work with guitar or bass?

Yes, you can sculpt a guitar, thicken a bass, or create motion and texture effects. It's great for adding character right from the recording stage.

Can I use it without a DAW?

Yes, the filter can be used as a stand-alone process for working live, depending on your setup. Handy for exploring textures without getting stuck in a software session.

What's the bypass for?

It lets you instantly compare the filtered sound with the original. You can adjust more quickly, and keep control over the amount of color you add.

Is the Filter Ark plug-in essential?

No, but it complements the approach very well. It extends work in the DAW and makes it easy to recall settings. Ideal if you want a consistent workflow between hardware and software.