Korg Nu:Tekt NTS-1 MKII DIY Digital Synthesizer Kit-NEW
In brief: DIY Digital Synthesizer Kit with 18-key Multitouch Keyboard, 8-step Sequencer, Arpeggiator, VCO, Multimode Filter, Envelope Generator, 3 LFOs, FX, 3 x 3.5mm I/O Pairs, USB-C Port, and USB Cable
Korg’s Nu NTS-1 MKII DIY digital synthesizer kit takes the groundbreaking concept of the original NTS-1 and pushes it into an exciting new era of portable sound design and hands-on creativity. Designed for synth enthusiasts, producers, and experimental musicians alike, the NTS-1 MKII combines expanded sonic capabilities, enhanced playability, and deep customization options into a compact DIY instrument that invites you to truly make your sound your own.
At the center of the NTS-1 MKII is a newly upgraded 18-key multi-touch keyboard, delivering more precise performance control and a far more expressive playing experience than its predecessor. Backed by an upgraded synth engine with increased processing power, the MKII introduces additional oscillator types, expanded modulation options, enhanced effects processing, and an onboard 8-step sequencer — all while retaining the beloved arpeggiator that made the original such a creative powerhouse.
The enhanced synth architecture opens the door to a massive range of tones and textures. External audio can now be routed into the engine for advanced FM, AM, and ring modulation processing, dramatically expanding the NTS-1 MKII’s sound design potential. The upgraded effects section includes everything from overdrive and fuzz to sine-folding, phasers, flangers, delays, clipping effects, and much more, making it easy to craft everything from lush ambient soundscapes to aggressive experimental textures.
Connectivity has also received a major overhaul to better integrate with modern studio and live performance setups. All I/O has been relocated to the rear panel for cleaner access and easier cable management, while the addition of USB-C and dedicated MIDI output greatly expands compatibility with external gear. Three sets of 3.5mm TRS connections handle Audio, Sync, and MIDI duties, allowing the NTS-1 MKII to seamlessly communicate with synthesizers, drum machines, sequencers, and DAWs. The onboard 8-step sequencer now includes step-recording functionality and save recall features, making live performance and composition smoother than ever.
True to the spirit of the Nu platform, the NTS-1 MKII embraces deep user customization. Reversible panels offer cosmetic personalization, while Korg’s open logueSDK development environment allows users to design entirely new oscillators and effects or modify existing ones. Using Korg’s Librarian Software, sounds and custom creations can be easily managed and transferred directly to the synth, creating a virtually limitless playground for sonic experimentation.
Portable, powerful, and endlessly customizable, the Korg Nu NTS-1 MKII DIY synthesizer kit delivers an inspiring blend of hands-on creativity, advanced synthesis, and modern connectivity for musicians ready to build something uniquely their own.
Features:
- Free shipping, delivery within 2 to 3 business days or less.
- We are an authorized Korg dealer.
- DIY kit lets you design and customize your own instrument without the mess of soldering
- Distinctive form factor blends portability with performance-minded appointments for flexible use in stage and studio settings
- 18-key multi-touch keyboard replaces the original’s ribbon controller for unmatched detail and accuracy in any performance scenario
- Upgraded engine expands sonic possibilities with more oscillator styles, FX, and modulation possibilities to enrich your creative palette
- Audio input can be used with external sources for broader incorporation of the onboard multimode filter, as well as amplitude-, frequency-, and ring-modification sounds
- 8-step sequencer extends rhythmic and compositional opportunities, including step recording and parameter recall, to support dynamic stage and studio experiences
- Added MIDI output allows for broader interoperative integration with your instruments, including sequencing
- Augmented MIDI capabilities mean MIDI CC compatibility with most NTS-1 MKII parameters for deeper detail and exacting control of your sound
- Comprehensive connectivity options include 3 x 3.5mm TRS I/O pairs: 1 for audio, 1 for Sync, and 1 for MIDI
- USB-C port lets you connect to computers, power supplies, and external devices with lightning-fast information transmission
- Open-source development software and Korg Librarian let you customize and craft existing and brand-new sounds that can be painlessly managed and shared with other musicians
- Type: Programmable Synthesizer Kit
- Analog/Digital: Digital
- Type of Keys: 18 x Multitouch Keys
- Oscillators: 1 x VCO
- Envelope Generator: 1 x EG
- LFO: 3 x LFO
- Filter: 1 x Multimode
- Effects Types: Chorus, Ensemble, Phaser, Flanger, Reverb, Delay, Overdrive, Fuzz
- Sequencer: 8-step
- Analog Inputs: 1 x 1/8" TRS
- Analog Outputs: 1 x 1/8" TRS (main/headphone)
- MIDI I/O: 2 x 1/8" TRS In/Out
- Other I/O: 2 x 1/8" TRS Sync (in, out)
- USB: 1 x USB-C
- Power Supply: USB Powered
- Power Usage: 500mA
- Height: 1.54"
- Width: 5.08"
- Depth: 3.07"
