Korg B2/B2SP/B2N Digital Piano
Owner's Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Korg B2/B2SP/B2N Digital Piano.
Getting Started
The B2SP includes a stand with a pedal unit, for use only with the B2SP. Follow the steps below after putting the stand together.
- Insert the DC plug of the supplied AC adapter into the DC IN jack on the rear panel of the instrument. Loop the AC adapter cord around the cord hook to prevent the plug from being accidentally removed from the DC IN jack.
- For the B2/B2N, connect the connector of the supplied damper pedal to the PEDAL jack on the bottom panel of the keyboard. For the B2SP, connect the connector of the stand's pedal unit to the PEDAL jack on the bottom panel of the keyboard.
- Insert the supplied AC adapter into an AC outlet.
- Turn the B2/B2SP/B2N Digital Piano on. Press and hold the Power button to turn the instrument on; the Power LED will light up. When you are done playing, press the Power button again to turn the instrument off; the Power LED will go dark.
- Set the Volume level. While playing, adjust the Volume to an appropriate level. The VOLUME knob controls the output level of both the built-in speakers and the PHONES jack.
Installing the Music Stand
Slide the tab ends of the music stand into the mounting holes toward the back of the instrument.
Using headphones
For private practice, plug your headphones into the PHONES jack located on the rear panel. Connecting the headphones will mute the internal speakers. This stereo 1/8" PHONES jack can also be used as an audio output to connect the B2/B2SP/B2N Digital Piano to powered speakers or other audio devices. To protect your hearing, do not listen to loud, high-volume sounds for a long period of time through headphones.
When connecting an external input device
Use an audio cable to connect the AUDIO IN jack (stereo mini plug) on the back of the B2/B2SP/B2N with other electronic musical instruments, audio players, etc. The input signal will be sent to the speakers and the PHONES jack of the B2/B2SP/B2N. This input signal cannot be outputted via the USB-AUDIO port. The volume may be loud depending on the settings of the external input device, so adjust the volume on that device.
When using USB-MIDI and USB-AUDIO
Connect the USB port on the back of the B2/B2SP/B2N to your computer with a USB cable to exchange MIDI or audio data. When connecting to your computer, the volume may be loud depending on the settings, so adjust the volume on your computer. When the B2/B2SP/B2N is first connected to your Windows computer, the USB-MIDI driver pre-installed with the operating system will be used automatically. To remedy this situation, download the KORG USB-MIDI driver at www.korg.com and install the driver as instructed. We recommend installing the KORG USB-MIDI driver for improved operating stability.
Feature Guide
The B2/B2SP/B2N provides 12 keyboard instrument sounds.
Selecting Sounds
Press the SOUND button to cycle through the preset sounds. Each press will advance to the next sound in the following order: 1. German Concert Piano → 2. Classic Piano → 3. Italian Concert Piano ... → 12. Strings. After Strings, the sound will return to German Concert Piano and the cycle will repeat. Press the PIANO PLAY button to return to the German Concert Piano sound at any time. Sounds can also be chosen directly as described in the Advanced Features. At power-up, the default sound is German Concert Piano.
Accessing Advanced Features
To access the Advanced Features, hold down both the PIANO PLAY and SOUND buttons while pressing the correct key on the keyboard to select the corresponding parameter. Use the provided illustration as a guide. These parameters are divided into 9 sections. Do not attempt to play the piano while holding down the PIANO PLAY and SOUND buttons, or unintended changes may occur.
- 1: Choose a Sound: Each of the 12 preset sounds is assigned to a specific key.
- 2: Adjust the Touch: The dynamic response of the keyboard can be adjusted to match the performer's playing technique. Settings include Lighter, Normal, and Heavier. The power-on default setting is Normal.
- 3: Transpose to any Key: The B2/B2SP/B2N can be transposed in semitone steps. The range is up 5 semitones or down 6 semitones. Use ±0 (No Transposition) to turn the transpose feature off. The power-on default setting is ±0.
- 4: Control the Reverb and Chorus Effects: Reverb and Chorus effects add ambience and motion to the sound. Each preset sound has optimal effect settings, but you can turn each effect on or off.
- 5: Set the Metronome: The METRONOME button turns the metronome on and off. Advanced Features allow access to Tempo, Beat (Time Signature), and Volume parameters. Default settings are Tempo = 120, Beat = None, Volume = 10. Tempo can be set from 40 to 240. Beat options cycle through 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 6/4, and None. Volume can be adjusted from 1 to 13 using the Low and High keys.
- 6: Fine-Tune the Pitch: Pitch can be adjusted in 0.5 Hz steps from 427.5 Hz to 452.5 Hz. Simultaneously pressing the Higher and Lower keys returns to the default A4 = 440 Hz setting. The power-on default setting is A4 = 440 Hz.
- 7: MIDI:
- Local On/Off: Local On allows the keyboard to produce sound and transmit MIDI data. Local Off transmits MIDI data only. Default is Local On.
- Program Change: PC disable prevents MIDI Program Change information from being sent or received. PC enable allows it. Default is PC enable.
- Control Change: CC disable prevents MIDI Control Change information from being sent or received. CC enable allows it. Default is CC enable.
- MIDI Channel: Specify the transmission channel for MIDI data. Use DOWN and UP keys to adjust. Default is channel 1.
- 8: Play the Demo Songs: Each of the 12 demo songs uses one of the 12 preset sounds. Select a song using one of the 12 corresponding keys. The song will begin to play immediately. After the selected song has finished, the remaining songs will play in order, and the whole cycle will repeat until stopped. To stop the demo song playback, simultaneously press and release the PIANO PLAY and SOUND buttons.
- 9: Auto power-off: The auto power-off function turns the instrument off after 30 minutes of inactivity. To disable this function, press "Auto power-off disable." This function is enabled by default when the power is turned on. To re-enable it after disabling, turn the power off and back on.
Troubleshooting
If you experience any unexpected behavior, consult this guide. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Korg distributor.
The Instrument turns off
The auto power-off function will turn off the B2/B2SP/B2N automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity. Press the power button again to turn it on.
The Sound is interrupted
The sounds are created by combining samples. Depending on the sound's complexity, one, two, or three samples may be combined per note. Most sounds use two samples, allowing for a maximum polyphony of 60 notes. Some piano sounds use three samples, reducing polyphony to 40. The stage electric piano sound has a maximum polyphony of 120 notes. The maximum polyphony includes notes sounding when the damper pedal is pressed.
The pitch or tone of the piano sounds incorrect in some key regions
The piano sounds replicate actual pianos, which can result in variations in overtones, tone, or pitch in certain keyboard regions. This reflects the acoustic nature of the sampled instrument and is not a malfunction.
Specifications
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Keyboard | B2/B2SP: NH Keyboard; B2N: NT Keyboard |
| Maximum polyphony | 120 notes / 60 notes / 40 notes |
| Sounds | 12 sounds |
| Connectors | PHONES (Headphone/Line Out), USB (TYPE B), AUDIO IN, PEDAL |
| Amp output | B2/B2SP: 15 W x 2; B2N: 9 W x 2 |
| Speakers | Oval (10 cm x 5 cm) x 2 |
| Power supply | B2/B2SP: DC 15 V; B2N: DC 12 V |
| Power Consumption | B2/B2SP: 8 W; B2N: 6 W |
| Weight (excluding music stand) | B2: 11.4 kg / 25.13 lbs.; B2SP: 21 kg / 46.30 lbs.; B2N: 9.3 kg / 20.50 lbs. |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | B2/B2N: 1312 × 336 × 117 mm / 51.65 x 13.23 x 4.61"; B2SP: 1312 × 336 × 750 mm / 51.65 x 13.23 x 29.53" (including projections, but excluding music stand) |
| Included items | B2/B2N: AC adapter, Music stand, Damper pedal, Owner's Manual; B2SP: AC adapter, Music stand, Stand (for use with B2SP only) with pedal unit (supports half-pedaling), Owner's Manual |
| Accessories (sold separately) | B2/B2N: Stand STB1, Pedal unit PU-2 (supports half-pedaling); B2SP/B2N: Pedal unit PU-2 |
| Operating requirements (USB connection) | Windows: Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 or later (32bit/64bit); Mac: OS X El Capitan 10.11 or later. Operation is not guaranteed with all computers satisfying these requirements. |
Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice for improvement.
Precautions
Location
Using the unit in the following locations can result in a malfunction: in direct sunlight; locations of extreme temperature or humidity; excessively dusty or dirty locations; locations of excessive vibration; close to magnetic fields.
Power supply
Please connect the designated AC adapter to an AC outlet of the correct voltage. Do not connect it to an AC outlet of voltage other than that for which your unit is intended.
Interference with other electrical devices
Radios and televisions placed nearby may experience reception interference. Operate this unit at a suitable distance from radios and televisions.
Handling
To avoid breakage, do not apply excessive force to the switches or controls.
Care
If the exterior becomes dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners such as benzene or thinner, or cleaning compounds or flammable polishes.
Keep this manual
After reading this manual, please keep it for later reference.
Keeping foreign matter out of your equipment
Never set any container with liquid in it near this equipment. If liquid gets into the equipment, it could cause a breakdown, fire, or electrical shock. Be careful not to let metal objects get into the equipment. If something does slip into the equipment, unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet. Then contact your nearest Korg dealer or the store where the equipment was purchased.
Important Notice to Consumers
This product has been manufactured according to strict specifications and voltage requirements applicable in the country where it is intended to be used. Verify that this product is intended for use in your country. WARNING: Use of this product in any country other than that for which it is intended could be dangerous and could invalidate the manufacturer's or distributor's warranty. Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase, otherwise your product may be disqualified from the manufacturer's or distributor's warranty.
The FCC Regulation Warning (for USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
If items such as cables are included with this equipment, you must use those included items. Unauthorized changes or modifications to this system can void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Supplier's Declaration of Conformity (for USA)
Responsible Party: KORG USA INC. Address: 316 SOUTH SERVICE ROAD, MELVILLE, NY Telephone: 1-631-390-6500 Equipment Type: DIGITAL PIANO Model: B2/B2N. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Notice regarding disposal (EU only)
When the "crossed-out wheeled bin" symbol is displayed on the product, owner's manual, battery, or battery package, it signifies that when you wish to dispose of this product, manual, package or battery you must do so in an approved manner. Do not discard this product, manual, package or battery along with ordinary household waste. Disposing in the correct manner will prevent harm to human health and potential damage to the environment. Contact your local administrative body for details on applicable laws and regulations for disposal. If the battery contains heavy metals in excess of the regulated amount, a chemical symbol is displayed below the "crossed-out wheeled bin" symbol on the battery or battery package.
Sounds, Demo Songs and MIDI Program Change Numbers
| CC0: Bank Select (MSB) for all sounds is set to 121. | CC32 PC | Sound |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 (German Concert Piano) |
| 1 | 0 | 2 (Classic Piano) |
| 1 | 1 | 3 (Italian Concert Piano) |
| 2 | 0 | 4 (Jazz Piano) |
| 2 | 1 | 5 (Ballad Piano) |
| 3 | 0 | 6 (Stage E.Piano) |
| 3 | 1 | 7 (60's E.Piano) |
| 4 | 0 | 8 (Dig.E.Piano) |
| 4 | 1 | 9 (Harpsichord) |
| 5 | 0 | 10 (Pipe Organ) |
| 5 | 1 | 11 (Electric Organ) |
| 6 | 0 | 12 (Strings) |
Song title/Composer
- Danse/C.Debussy
- Waltzes Op.39-15/J.Brahms
- Je Te Veux/E.Satie
- Wind and Tide/Naoki Nishi
- Ballad Piano
- Jam Session/Naoki Nishi
- Nighttrain/Michael Geisel
- In Memory/Michael Geisel
- La Joyeuse/J.P.Rameau
- Toccata in D Minor/J.S.Bach
- Improvisation/Michael Geisel
- "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini" 18th Variation/ S.Rachmaninoff (arranged and played by Katsuhiro Oguri)
