The Korg Electribe EM-1 is a slick early-2000s groovebox that fuses rhythm and synth sequencing in one tidy, tactile unit. Combining elements of the EA-1 (analogue modelling synth) and ER-1 (drum machine), the EM-1 offers up classic XOX-style sequencing with 144 editable patterns, 11 synth parts, and 5 drum parts—all tweakable in real-time via dedicated knobs. Its internal effects (including delay, chorus/flange, distortion and more) bring depth and texture, while the built-in arpeggiator, motion sequencing, and pattern chaining open up a world of hands-on live performance potential. Think glitchy IDM, warm techno grooves, or crunchy breakbeats—classic Korg digital grit meets expressive workflow. Used by artists like Four Tet and Dntel for its immediacy and vibe.
Includes original box. Master volume knob is a bit scratchy and effect/delay knob is a little bit loose.
Product Specs
- Item Number: 38361
- Make: KORG
- Model: Electribe EM-1
- Condition: Fair
- Finish: Black
- Categories: keyboards-and-synths ⇒ grooveboxes
- Year: 2000s
- Made In: Japan
- MPN: 38361