The Essentials to Know About the Korg NAUTILUS Synthesizer
- 9 complementary synthesis engines (SGX-2 piano, EP-1, CX-3 organ, VPM/FM MOD-7, PolysixEX/MS-20EX modeling, STR-1...) covering everything from acoustic piano to experimental textures.
- Massive sound library categorized into "unique sounds," "current sounds," and "standard sounds" for limitless creation, production, and performance.
- 7" TouchView touchscreen and 6 lockable RT knobs to sculpt your timbres in real time, both on stage and in the studio.
- Complete workstation with 16-track MIDI sequencer + 16-track audio recorder, 16 effect processors, and open sampling system.
A Concentrate of Korg DNA, Designed for Stage and Studio
NAUTILUS inherits the legacy of Korg's flagship workstations and reinvents them with a smooth workflow, modern navigation, and exceptional sound power. Its 7-inch color screen and 16-slot color-coded "Set List" mode speed up concert and session preparation, while the 9-band graphic equalizer allows instant sound adaptation to the venue.
For Whom and Which Styles?
Ideal for versatile keyboardists-from ambitious beginners to seasoned musicians-NAUTILUS excels in pop, electro/EDM, techno, hip-hop, ambient, synthwave, funk, rock, and soundtrack music. Its palette covers expressive pianos and EPs, tonewheel organs, contemporary drums, and cinematic textures, suitable both live and in home studio production.
Features and Innovations
With its nine engines, NAUTILUS combines advanced PCM, analog modeling, VPM/FM, and physical modeling. Its multi-oscillator architecture, MS-20/Polysix-inspired filters, assignable envelopes and LFOs offer generous polyphony depending on the engine.
The open sampling system loads AIFF, WAV, SoundFont 2.0, and AKAI S1000/3000 formats, allows quick sampling from external sources and internal resampling, with SSD storage. The 16-track sequencer and 16-track audio recorder (48 kHz, 16/24 bit) include RPPR, drum track, and automation for polished productions.
For performance, four arp and drum track scenes per sound facilitate improvisation. The six RT knobs control filter cutoff, effects, tempo, swing, or levels in Combi mode, with a lock function to prevent accidental changes.
The 7" TouchView screen (800 x 480) offers precise tactile drag, name search, and interactive interfaces (from piano lid to semi-modular MS-20 style patches). Keyboards come in 88 RH-3 weighted keys or 73/61 light semi-weighted keys.
Technical Specifications
Audio Outputs
- L/MONO, R, Individual 1-4
- 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS balanced jacks
- Output impedance: 350 ohms stereo; 175 ohms mono (L/MONO only)
- Nominal level: +4.0 dBu; maximum level: +16.0 dBu (impedance >= 600 ohms)
- MAIN VOLUME slider controls only the MAIN AUDIO OUTPUT L/MONO and R
Headphones
- 1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo jack
- Output impedance: 33 ohms
- Max power: 60 + 60 mW (at 33 ohms)
- MAIN VOLUME knob linked to MAIN AUDIO OUTPUT
USB Audio
- USB-B: 24-bit, 48 kHz, 2 channels (same signal as main output L/MONO and R)
Audio Inputs 1 and 2
- 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS balanced jacks
- Input impedance: 10 k ohms
- Levels: LINE nominal +4 dBu / max +16 dBu; MIC nominal -22 dBu / max -10 dBu
- Source impedance: 600 ohms
- USB-B: 24-bit, 48 kHz, 2 channels
Control Inputs
- Sustain pedal (half-pedal supported)
- Assignable controller, assignable pedal
MIDI and USB
- MIDI: In, Out, Thru
- USB A (Type A): external devices (QWERTY keyboards, MIDI controllers, Ethernet adapters, storage)
- USB B (Type B): MIDI/audio interface, MIDI 1 input 16 channels / 1 output 16 channels, audio 2 inputs / 2 outputs
- 2 high-speed USB ports (480 Mbps)
Storage
Keyboards
- 88 keys RH-3 hammer action made in Japan
- 73 and 61 keys: light semi-weighted action
- Wood side panels on 88-key; new curved design on 73/61-key
Display
- 7" color TouchView touchscreen (800 x 480)
Dimensions (W x D x H)
- 88 keys: 1,437 x 387 x 139 mm
- 73 keys: 1,227 x 386 x 116 mm
- 61 keys: 1,062 x 386 x 116 mm
Weight
- 88 keys: 23.1 kg
- 73 keys: 14.6 kg
- 61 keys: 13.0 kg
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