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Experience the Korg Gallery launch at The Musical Museum – an exploration of decades of music innovation and legendary synthesizers!
The new Korg Gallery opened on 17th September at The Musical Museum, 399 High Street Brentford TW8 0DU. it is a new permanent exhibition that takes you on an immersive journey through the evolution of modern music creation. This unique gallery celebrates the incredible history of Korg, one of the most influential names in music technology, and its role in shaping the soundtracks of our lives.
Explore the history of modern music-making
Learn about Korg's founding in 1962, inspired by a Japanese nightclub, an accordionist, and the need for a revolutionary rhythm unit—the DoncaMatic. The gallery showcases over fifty classic and contemporary instruments, from Japan’s first mass-produced synthesizer to the globally best-selling synths and workstations that have defined generations.
Exclusive first look at iconic instruments
Be the first in the UK to see and hear the highly anticipated PS-3300 synthesizer reissue, a recreation of one of the rarest and most coveted synthesizers ever made. Revered for its rich and complex sound, the PS-3300 is a legendary instrument among collectors and musicians alike.
Interactive displays and more
Dive deep into interactive displays that explore the technology behind Korg’s groundbreaking instruments, and discover how Korg’s innovations have been used to create unmistakeable sounds in records, film scores, and game soundtracks.
Explore the Musical Museum
The Musical Museum is home to one of the world’s foremost collections of automatic musical instruments, from tiny music boxes to the Mighty Wurlitzer theatre organ. The Museum tells the story of how music was recorded and reproduced over the last four centuries, and the new exhibition expands that story from the 1960s to the present day, adding an impressive collection of over fifty classic and contemporary instruments. The Korg Gallery is the latest chapter in the Museum’s sixty-year history, celebrating the intersection of art, technology, and creativity.
Location and Parking - The Museum is close to Kew Bridge on the north side of the Thames. It is easily accessible from the M4 and the North & South Circular roads. The Museum has a small car park which is free for the duration of your visit; but spaces are limited and availability is not guaranteed.
Train - From London’s Waterloo Station to Kew Bridge. Turn right when leaving the station and the Museum is a 5 minute walk.
Underground/Bus - Take the District Line to Gunnersbury, then the 237 or 267 bus, alighting opposite us at the "Musical Museum" bus stop (we are a 10 minute ride away). Alternatively, catch the Piccadilly Line to South Ealing, then the 65 bus passes the Museum.
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