Released in 1991, the Korg 01/W was a flagship synthesizer that boasted a powerful 16-bit digital signal processor, 32-voice polyphony, and a versatile sound generation system. Its intuitive interface and vast sound palette made it a hit among musicians, from electronic music producers to rock keyboardists. The 01/W was used by artists such as Depeche Mode, The Prodigy, and Jean-Michel Jarre, among others.