Is the Korg Krome EX 88 good for a piano player?

Yes. It has 88 Natural Weighted Hammer Action keys and a strong acoustic piano set, so it works as a home or stage piano. You also get the full workstation sounds on top.

Does the Krome EX 88 have aftertouch?

No. The keys are velocity sensitive but not aftertouch sensitive, so expressive pressure-based playing is not available.

How heavy is the Krome EX 88?

It weighs 14.7 kg (about 32 lb) and is 57 inches wide. Plan for a sturdy double-brace stand and a second person when moving it.

What is in the box with the Krome EX 88?

The keyboard ships with an AC adapter. A sustain pedal is listed as the supported pedal type, but check the listing for whether one is included.

Is $993 a good price for the Krome EX 88?

At $993 at musicstore.com as of November 7, 2026, it is at the low end of its recent range across the 4 stores listing it new. That makes it a reasonable time to buy.

Can the Krome EX 88 be used as a MIDI controller?

Yes. It has USB MIDI and standard MIDI connections, so it can drive software instruments as an 88-key weighted controller.

Where is the Korg Krome EX 88 cheapest?

At musicstore.com, for $993.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Korg Krome EX 88?

8 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, musicstore.com, Micheo Music, ProSoundGear.com, bhphotovideo.com.

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Korg Krome EX 88

Best price now

$993.00at musicstore.comObserved at 12:00 PM

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Korg Krome EX 88

Best price now

$993.00at musicstore.comObserved at 12:00 PM

Compared across 5 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Our take on the Korg Krome EX 88

The Korg Krome EX 88 is an 88-key music workstation with Korg's Natural Weighted Hammer Action keys, so it plays like a piano but carries a full synth and sampler engine. Its EDS-X sound engine offers 768 combination tones (512 preloaded) and 60-voice polyphony, with 48 kHz PCM samples. It is a heavy, full-size board at 14.7 kg and about 57 inches wide, built for a stand rather than a lap. At $993 at musicstore.com as of November 7, 2026, it sits at the low end of its recent range, with 4 stores listing it new.

Best forPianists who want weighted keys and synth sounds in one boardHome and studio producers who need a full 88-key workstationLive players covering piano, strings and synth partsBuyers who want Korg's workstation sounds below $1,000

Pros

Natural Weighted Hammer Action gives a real piano feel
768 combination tones with 512 preloaded, wide sound palette
EDS-X engine with 48 kHz PCM samples
Aluminum panel and sturdy build
Full 88-key range for piano repertoire

Cons

14.7 kg and 57 inches wide, hard to move alone
No aftertouch, which limits expressive synth playing
60-voice polyphony is modest for dense layered patches
Sustain pedal included but no expression pedal
No built-in speakers

Korg Krome EX 88 prices at every store

musicstore.comNew
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$993.00Observed at 12:00 PM
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Micheo MusicNew
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$1,349.99Observed at 12:00 PM
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Availability unknownSold by riversideworks_japan (98.3% positive, 15,400 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
$1,225.23+ $248.75 shippingVerified
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$1,399.99Observed at 12:00 PM
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Korg Krome EX 88 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $993.00 on Nov 7 at musicstore.com. Tracked across 9 stores since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

4.7 / 518 ratings

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings, buyers are positive overall. They like the weighted key feel and the breadth of sounds for the price. The main complaints are weight and the lack of aftertouch.

What people mention

Key actionPraisedOwners say the weighted hammer action feels close to an acoustic piano.
Sound libraryPraisedBuyers like the range of pianos, strings and synth patches available out of the box.
WeightCriticisedAt 14.7 kg it is awkward to carry and best left on a stand.
AftertouchCriticisedPlayers miss aftertouch for expressive synth and string parts.
PolyphonyMixed60 voices is fine for piano but can cut off dense layered patches.

Specifications

Number Of Keys: 88
Weighted Keys: Natural Weighted Hammer Action
Touch Sensitivity: Velocity sensitive is supported, After touch is not supported
Key Finish: Natural Touch
Polyphony: 60 voices (120 Oscillators)
Headphone Jack: Yes
Audio Outputs: Headphones

Questions and answers

Is the Korg Krome EX 88 good for a piano player?: Yes. It has 88 Natural Weighted Hammer Action keys and a strong acoustic piano set, so it works as a home or stage piano. You also get the full workstation sounds on top.
Does the Krome EX 88 have aftertouch?: No. The keys are velocity sensitive but not aftertouch sensitive, so expressive pressure-based playing is not available.
How heavy is the Krome EX 88?: It weighs 14.7 kg (about 32 lb) and is 57 inches wide. Plan for a sturdy double-brace stand and a second person when moving it.
What is in the box with the Krome EX 88?: The keyboard ships with an AC adapter. A sustain pedal is listed as the supported pedal type, but check the listing for whether one is included.
Is $993 a good price for the Krome EX 88?: At $993 at musicstore.com as of November 7, 2026, it is at the low end of its recent range across the 4 stores listing it new. That makes it a reasonable time to buy.
Can the Krome EX 88 be used as a MIDI controller?: Yes. It has USB MIDI and standard MIDI connections, so it can drive software instruments as an 88-key weighted controller.
Where is the Korg Krome EX 88 cheapest?: At musicstore.com, for $993.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Korg Krome EX 88?: Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings.
Where can I buy the Korg Krome EX 88?: 8 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, musicstore.com, Micheo Music, ProSoundGear.com, bhphotovideo.com.