Korg Nautilus 61 Music Workstation

Push the limits of your musical creativity with the incredible Korg Nautilus 61 note workstation. Nautilus contains no fewer than 9 sound engines taken from the flagship Korg KRONOS workstation but enhances them further with new sounds and features and still maintains the powerful recording and creativity associated with KRONOS instruments. New sounds including incredible acoustic pianos with room mic. control to totally new mysterious samples including 'prepared pianos' and samples of items used to create instruments that you would never expect! There is no other product offering this kind of sound selection, creativity, sequencing capabilities and all built in to 1 unit.

Korg M1 For Nautilus

Korg have released the M1 for Nautilus. With this incredible expansion, you get the full complement of 100 programs, 100 combis, and the original demo songs first seen and heard in M1. The Korg M1 sounds have been used in countless music through the years and is in as much demand now as it was then but you can have it within the power of the Nautilus frame with even further sound creativity and potential.

When you buy a Nautilus from us, we can pre-load the Nautilus data for you along with our own combis and 80s demo sets that were created to show off some features of the Nautilus.

To download the Korg M1 for Nautilus please click here

Main Features

• Nine Sound Engines
• Brand new sounds and samples including 'prepared pianos' and 'found percussion'
• New Dynamics knob for expression manipulation
• Real-time controller knobs which push in to the surface to prevent accidental change
• Set list mode for live performance and instant recall of sounds/ settings
• Smooth Sound Transition allows for glitch-free sound changes during performance
• Arpeggio and drum track functionality
• 16 Track MIDI and 16 track audio sequencer
• USB/MIDI ports allow input of control surfaces
• 61 Key Natural touch keyboard
• New assignable front panel buttons

Nautilus - 9 Sound Engines

Nautilus offers the same unprecedented sound engine capabilities as found in the flagship KRONOS model but comes in a lighter weight case with less real-time controls and no Karma system. The sound engines include:

• SGX-2 Piano Sound Generator
• EP-1 Electric Piano Generator
• CX-3 Organ Generator
• MOD-7 VPM/FM Synthesis Engine
• PolysixEX - Polysix Synth Engine
• MS-20EX Analogue Modelling
• STR-1 - Physical Modelling Engine

Each sound engine has become known for its quality and versatility as they established themselves in the KRONOS name. With the Nautilus being a newer product Korg have had time to expand the capabilities and new sounds are now offered over 3 categories...

Unique Sounds

Nautilus contains brand new distinctive sounds including phrase loops, prepared pianos, found percussion and more. Many seldom heard-of musical instruments found in different regions around the world can be difficult to play, but distinctive phrases played on these instruments are featured on the NAUTILUS. Use these phrases as-is in your songs-let your imagination be your guide. The NAUTILUS features sounds that were sampled for the first time just for this instrument, including prepared piano sounds created by placing different objects between piano strings and recording samples, or "found percussion" sounds made by turning ordinary items into instruments to be struck. Not only do these novel and mysterious sounds provide an unexpected flavor to your songs, they offer broad possibilities for sound effects used in film and TV music as well.

Current Sounds

Designed to blend in with today's modern musical styles, the Korg Nautilus current sounds offer everything needed for EDM, electro, Grime and more. These sounds include new drums, synths bass pads etc.

SST - Smooth Sound Transition

When you switch program sounds during a performance to get ready for the next section, or when you switch from Program mode to Combi mode, the sound that's currently being output is always given priority and its effects are maintained during the program change, ensuring a seamless transition with no dropouts. This function has also earned extremely high praise from pro musicians.

Korg Nautilus Vs Korg KRONOS 2

Despite sharing the same sound engines the Korg Nautilus and Korg KRONOS models have a range of differences. The main differences include:

Real-time Dynamics Control

Korg have equipped the Nautilus with a new Dynamics knob. Dynamics allows instant adjustment of the dynamic response of the instrument allowing the player more expressive capabilities. Turn the knob to the left and it softens the sound allowing a greater range of dynamics but twist it to the right to achieve a harder more flat dynamic perfect for cutting through on stage or modern styles.

Six Real-time Controllers

Whether performing live, in the studio or getting simply creative with programs and combinations, the six real-time controller knobs on the front panel allow instant control of all sorts of parameters from resonant filters, to arpeggio control, levels and more. The new design allows you to push the knob in to the product itself so it is out of the way from accidental changes and safer for transportation as well.

Large Colour Touch Screen Interface - Enhanced Operative Features

Korg have enhanced the operability of the Nautilus by adding some great new features and new assignable buttons. The large colour touch screen for example offers a great touch-drag ability for changing values easily. The MODE button lets you see what you've selected in each mode on a single screen, from PROG and COMBI to the set list, sampling, sequence and global modes. Each mode has tabs for each function, and the PAGE buttons offer more detailed editing with consistent operations. With the user-friendly navigation of the NAUTILUS, you can press the MODE button at any time to return to the start if you get lost. A dark mode is available for the display, using black as the primary color to reduce eye fatigue.

There are 6 assignable buttons on the front panel which can be used in multiple ways. They could be used for example to choose the modes such as program, combi etc in the usual way Korg products operate. However you can also assign these buttons as shortcuts for other features depending on your requirements. there are 4 sets available which you can customize to your requirements.

Nautilus Set List Mode

The Set list mode offers the most intuitive live operation of any product on the market. All your custom settings such as sounds, combis, sequencer can all be arranged for instant access on one screen for immediate recall. Performing live has never been so easy to switch sounds.

The Set List screen can be changed and customised in colour, size and what it displays. Each entry on the screen can have its own transposition, text and even a master EQ for the ultimate control over liver performance.

16 Effects Processors

With it's huge effects processing power, the Nautilus offers 12 insert effects, 2x master effects and 2x total effects to complete its arsenal. The insert effects can be assigned either individually or as chain linked effects in combination mode. The 2x master effects and 2x total effects can be applied as overall effects to all channels as needed. To top it off a seperate 3 band EQ is provided for each and every sequencer track.

16 Track Audio and MIDI Sequencer

The built in 60Gb SSD drive offers the perfect storage for the 16 track audio and MIDI sequencer system. The recording is so powerful and versatile that the Nautilus can be the complete creative workstation for your masterpieces. Record guitars, microphones, add effects, play MIDI sequences and more with full editing capabilities. Master your recordings down to stereo audio files all within the product itself.