Kurzweil K250 was released in June of 1984 as a software-based instrument. It includes EPROM chips which may be updated from time to time. The K250 was obviously designed to be played in professional studios but it is very durable and can be used in performances. It is larger and much more heavy than modern keyboards that are used for live performances but the sounds and feel make it worth while. This K250 has been used in live performances and in the studio. It has been played at venues such as the Exper-imental Cafe in Oxnard California. The K250 started at over $10,000 between 1983-1990 but today is may not be worth quite as much.
History of K250
June 1984 K250 released to the public.
February 1985 Version 2.0 released.
May 1985 Daughter Board released.
October 1985 Version 2.2 available.
March 1986 Version 3.1 available.
August 186 Version 3.2 available.
March Version 4.1 available.
The Kurzweil K250 is a tool that is used for the creation of music. It includes a keyboard editor, instrument voicing editor, sound modeling program, MIDI, sequencer, and software utilities. Players will find a large instrument list along with various keyboard setups. It has a 12 voice polyphonic digital synthesizer.
Artists that have used the K250 Keyboard
Many notable artists have used the K250 in live performance and studio sessions. Artists that use the K250:
Herbie Hancock
Prince
Stevie Wonder
