# Nostalgic Keyboard Re-Releases Korg Created a New Version of the MS-20 with Minor Tech Updates By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-01-14 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ms20 References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2020/01/14/korg-ms-20-FS-synth-full-sized-reissue/) & [korg](https://www.korg.com/caen/) [Korg](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phase8) released a new model of the MS-20, which is an accurate recreation fo the original model that was released in 1978. However, Korg has not stated a price point, or release date, for its recreation of the MS-20. Korg's MS-20 features a dual oscillator, which is controlled by an amp. One of the notable updates that Korg added was the ability to select the older filter or a newer filter created by the company. Additionally, the new model features a 5-pin MIDI, as well as a USB, which allows the user to connect the keyboard to a computer. Overall Korg's new MS-20 could be popular among [nostalgic music enthusiasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korg), or consumers looking to explore [older keyboard models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mdr-dasher-keyboard). Image Credit: Korg ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Market](https://www.trendhunter.com/market) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nostalgic Keyboard Revivals:** Companies are recreating and re-releasing vintage keyboard models with minor tech updates to capitalize on nostalgia-driven demand. - **Dual-function Analog Synthesizers:** New models of vintage analog synthesizers feature dual oscillator amps and old/new filter selections, appealing to both vintage enthusiasts and modern music creators. - **Connectivity-enabled Instrumentation:** New keyboard releases incorporate both traditional 5-pin MIDI connections and modern USB connections, providing musicians with multiple ways to connect to technology. ### Where This Applies - **Music Production:** Music production companies can leverage nostalgia-driven demand by creating and releasing updated models of classic instruments. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can capitalize on both nostalgia and modern technological compatibility by creating dual-function keyboards with analog and digital connectivity options. - **Software Development:** Software developers can create new digital tools to enhance the user experience/interface when connecting traditional instruments to modern computers and devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible Synthesizer Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-musical-instrument.md) - [Quirky Strummable Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-synth.md) - [Modernized Analog Theremins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theremin.md) - [Thrifty Hardware Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardware-synth.md) - [Expressive Hardware Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-regen.md) - [Versatile Playback Audio Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microfreak.md) - [Nostalgic 90s Keyboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/class-1800-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Standalone Soft Synth Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minifreak-v.md) - [Retro Nostalgic Computing Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c64-1.md)