Kurzweil PC3K, PC3 Reference Manual

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PC3K/PC3:Works

Synth Collection

Reference Guide

Kurzweil PC3K/PC3

Dear customer,

Thank you for purchasing PC3K/PC3:Works – Synth Collection, the first Art of Sound soundware
library designed for Kurzweil PC3K and Kurzweil PC3 synthesizers.

This collection is dedicated to all Kurzweil PC3K and Kurzweil PC3 users – fans of the genuine
synthesizer sound.

We believe that our sound programs will bring you a great source of musical inspiration.

Art of Sound

PC3K/PC3:Works Soundware Collections

The Art of Sound PC3K:Works and PC3:Works soundware collections are designed for following
Kurzweil PC3K/PC3 model series:

The PC3K:Works collection is designed for Kurzweil PC3K (PC3K8, PC3K7 and PC3K6) synthesizers.

The PC3:Works collection is designed for Kurzweil PC3 (PC3X, PC3 and PC361) synthesizers.

It is also possible to use the PC3:Works collection for the Kurzweil PC3LE8, PC3LE7 and PC3LE6
synthesizers but with the limitations of sound program parameters controlled via onboard MIDI
controllers.

Please see below the list of standardized MIDI controller setup.

PC3K/PC3:Works – Synth Collection / Sound Program Categories

The entire PC3K:Works – Synth Collection and PC3:Works – Synth Collection are carefully
categorized to provide efficient searching and better user comfort for studio composing and live
performance.

These soundware collections include the following categories:

Vintage Synth

This soundware collection was created with a special emphasis on the so called “old school” feeling. It
contains emulations of vintage synthesizers (e.g. Moog, Oberheim, ARP, Sequential Circuits, PPG,
etc.).

Synth Pads

Large collection of warm, lush, sharp and modern “analog & digital” synth pads carefully designed for
various music styles.

Synth Leads

Selection of monophonic and polyphonic leads with 70s and 80s retro feeling, including contemporary
experimental leads. The aftertouch and portamento are extensively used to emulate the real lead
synthesizer play style.

Synth Basses

Analog and digital synthesizer bass programs, including exclusive MiniMoog emulations based on
Kurzweil PC3K/PC3´s KVA – Virtual Analog Oscillators and excellent Mogue LP filter.

PC3K/PC3:Works - Synth Collection - Reference Guide

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