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Latest firmware

2.00
released 28 Jun 2019

What's new in 2.00

- support for active step feature - new microtuning presets DC001-DC003 (as on minilogue xd) - display original value - new slider range parameter - added option to turn off oscilloscope display - increased granularity of MIDI filter setting - support for MIDI set position messages - fixed occasional inversion of swing pattern when changing programs - fixed other minor bugs

Last checked 27 Oct 2026

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How to update the Korg Monologue

Download the monologue System Updater for Mac or Windows from the Korg support page and unzip it (on Windows, install the latest KORG USB-MIDI Driver first). Connect the monologue to the computer with a USB cable and turn it on while holding buttons 14 and 16 to enter update mode, then run the updater and click Update. When it finishes, quit the updater, disconnect the monologue and switch it off and on again.

What you need

Korg Monologue System Updater — the software Korg uses to load firmware onto the Korg Monologue. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Korg Monologue

The Korg Monologue is updated with Korg Monologue System Updater, published by Korg.

Download Korg Monologue System Updater from Korgopens in a new tab — korg.com

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Korg Monologue firmware update history

3 releases since Jan 2017, roughly one every 15 months.

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

Version 2.00 — 28 Jun 2019

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — korg.com

Version 1.14 — 10 May 2018

Fixed issues with MIDI clock reception.

Version 1.1 — 6 Jan 2017

- Added capability for tuning editing via the monologue Sound Librarian. - Fixed some bugs.

Tracked in 3 rigs on FW//RADAR.

Korg Monologue firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Korg Monologue?

The latest firmware for the Korg Monologue is version 2.00, released on 28 Jun 2019. FW//RADAR last checked Korg's official page on 27 Oct 2026.

How do I update the Korg Monologue?

Download the monologue System Updater for Mac or Windows from the Korg support page and unzip it (on Windows, install the latest KORG USB-MIDI Driver first). Connect the monologue to the computer with a USB cable and turn it on while holding buttons 14 and 16 to enter update mode, then run the updater and click Update. Full instructions on Korg's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Korg Monologue?

You need Korg Monologue System Updater, available from korg.com.

Where can I download Korg Monologue firmware and drivers?

Directly from Korg's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Korg Monologue manual?

The official Korg user manual is published on korg.com. Korg Monologue user manual →

Is the Korg Monologue still receiving firmware updates?

The last firmware release we recorded is 2.00 from 28 Jun 2019. FW//RADAR still checks Korg's page daily.

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