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# Full logue-SDK compatibility DIY assembly kit Powerful digital oscillator & multi-effects Nu:Tekt NTS-1 Digital Synth Kit

**Brand:** korg
**Price:** R$2714
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎹 Unlock your inner synth wizard with KORG’s DIY digital marvel!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nu:Tekt NTS-1 Digital Synth Kit by korg
- **How much does it cost?** R$2714 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- korg enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted korg brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Compact Powerhouse Synth:** Features the acclaimed KORG digital oscillator with arpeggiator and multi-mode filters in a sleek, portable design.
- • **Pro-Grade Effects Engine:** Built-in chorus, flanger, phaser, reverb, and delay effects plus external audio input for routing other gear.
- • **Bonus Creative Software Bundle:** Includes Ozone Elements, KORG software synths, Reason Lite DAW, and Skoove keyboard lessons to elevate your music-making.
- • **Build Your Own Sonic Playground:** Includes all tools for a quick, satisfying self-assembly experience—no soldering needed.
- • **Endless Customization & Expansion:** Compatible with logue-SDK for loading custom oscillators and effects—join a vibrant community of creators.

## Overview

The KORG Nu:Tekt NTS-1 is a compact, self-assembly digital synthesizer kit featuring a powerful oscillator from KORG’s Prologue and Minilogue series, a versatile arpeggiator, and a rich multi-effects engine. Designed for portability and customization, it supports logue-SDK for loading custom oscillators and effects, making it a perfect entry point for electronic music creators seeking hands-on synthesis and endless sonic possibilities. The kit includes all necessary tools, a USB cable, and a software bundle to jumpstart your creative journey.

## Description

Korg - Nu:Tekt NTS-1 Digital Synth Kit : desertcart.co.uk: Musical Instruments & DJ

Review: Almost Too Good To Be True! - Not sure what I can add to the mny glowing reviews the Korg NTS-1 has already received on this desertcart product page. The NTS-1 is a small, self-assembly synth with built-in effects engine giving you chorus, flanger, phaser, reverb and delay effects right out of the box. Putting together this little flat-pack marvel took around 20 minutes and it only took that long because I have rubbish eyes and was straining a little with some of the smaller screws and the placement of the keyboard ribbon. A small screwdriver is included in the package along with instructions and I don't think many people would struggle to make it. The only really scary bit is snapping the boards apart when you first start making it. I was worried I would damage something, but I needn't have worried. It was a relief though plugging it in and getting power - and sound. The only real issue I had, which was frustrating for half-an-hour or so, was my PCs inability to detect the NTS-1 when it was plugged into a USB port. I had already downloaded the Korg Librarian software and the updater. Seems that I had previously installed too many midi devices onto my PC and the Korg needed to be in the "top ten" of midi devices, so I had to uninstall some older Midi devices I no longer used. That sorted the problem, but it was pretty frustrating for a while. Once I'd got the synth hooked up to my headphones and Arturia Keystep via a TRS/Midi Cable (annoyingly not supplied) then I was blown away by the sound and range of this little marvel. Due to the size, you have to get used to using muti-function buttons, for instance, holding down certain buttons and turning knob A or B, gives you more options than simply just twiddling those knobs. The ribbon keyboard is pretty dire, but I never expected it to be great, but you can easily play it with a stylus rather than fingers. The Arp works brilliantly with multi play modes available. There is a single digital oscillator and multiple mode filter with high, low and band pass options, plus three LFO types. While I love the sound of this little synth, for me, the icing on the cake and the main reason for purchase was the on-board effects. They sound stunning and the beauty of the NTS-1 is the ability to route external hardware through the box, so you can use other external synths with the effects. And, there's more, there's a thriving community of enthusiasts who have created custom oscillators and effects that can be loaded onto the NTS-1 via the aforementioned Librarian software. Some are paid for, some ask for donations and some are totally free. This makes a brilliant products even more brilliant. As my review heading states, this Korg seems too good to be true, it really is one of those rare products that comes along and blows all its competitors out of the water. For around £80 you can get a multi effects pedal/engine and a brilliant mono synth with arp, with the ability to load literally hundreds effects and oscillators! I'd give this ten stars if I could. Buy. One. Now.
Review: Great Synth. - Good things come in small packages & this tiny, but powerful monophonic synthesizer by korg, certainly lives up to that saying. It's worth buying, purely for it's filter and effects, which you can access with an 'audio in' 3.5mm socket and plug any headphone level audio into. The synth itself is far from shabby, It boasts an arpeggiator & the sounds you can conjure up with this are bassy, clear and limited only by your imagination. It comes as a kit, but it's extremely easy, if a little fiddly, (tiny screws..), to assemble. No soldering required and the only scary bit is splitting the circuit boards. (a straight edge like the edge of a book helps a lot). My only criticism of the whole package, concerns the 'free' software package thats bundled with the hardware. It entails opening several 3rd party web accounts, downloading several "authorisers/installer" programs, and jumping through many, many, VERY irritating hoops, in order to use the plug ins, and software synths within your DAW. I actually gave up.. and won't care if I never hear the words 'izotope', 'iLOK' or 'UVI' in my life ever again.. (As 'security' goes, they seem to be the single most effective way of ensuring that NOBODY uses the software they're supposed to be protecting, EVER..). That said..., I'd have been quite happy without the software anyway, so color me happy. :) My advice to anyone buying this great little synth is to pick out the card bearing a serial number, and the offer of the free software, ....and frisbee it into oblivion. You'll save yourself a lot of frustration, and there are many better, free.., software synths out there anyway. (Check out 'Vita' as an example). Concentrate on the actual hardware you bought, and you'll have fun with it. All in all, a great purchase, of a satisfying little music making synth.

## Features

- The KORG NTS-1 is an exciting way into Electronic Synths - Build it (tools included), tweak it, connect it - a world of synthesis is at your fingertips
- The first of its kind from KORG’s DIY-focused Nu:Tekt brand, the NTS-1 packs a powerful synth and multi-effects engine into a compact unit that you can build, carry and connect anywhere. Its DIY nature means it’s also very customisable.
- The NTS-1 is also completely compatible with the logue-SDK, so it is possible to run any custom oscillator and effect content available for minilogue xd and prologue or create your own
- Despite it's small size, the Nu:Tekt NTS-1 features a digital oscillator as found on the acclaimed kORG Prologue and Minilogue, along with a fun and practical arpeggiator with several patterns available. Scales and numerous note orders including a Random Mode are to create new and original ideas on the fly
- Not only is the NTS-1 a great self build project it includes a bundle of music software including 'Ozone Elements', Software Synths from KORG, 'Reason Lite' DAW software and 'Skoove' to help improve your keyboard playing skills

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07XH591BH |
| Best Sellers Rank | 36,246 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 60 in Tabletop Synthesizers |
| Body Material | Kohlefaser |
| Brand | KORG |
| Brand Name | KORG |
| Colour | Black |
| Connector Type | USB Type B |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,192 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04058059195624, 04959112192782 |
| Included Components | USB cable, Owner’s manual, Screwdriver |
| Item Dimensions | 12.9 x 7.8 x 3.9 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Digital Synth Kit |
| Item Weight | 290 Grams |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 12.9 x 7.8 x 3.9 centimetres |
| Item height | 3.9 centimetres |
| Item weight | 290 Grams |
| Manufacturer | KORG |
| Material | Kohlefaser |
| Model Name | NTS |
| Model Number | NTS-1 |
| Model name | NTS |
| Product Warranty | 1 year waranty. |
| UPC | 192223192485 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** KORG
- **Colour:** Black
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 12.9 x 7.8 x 3.9 centimetres
- **Material:** Kohlefaser
- **Model name:** NTS

## Images

![Nu:Tekt NTS-1 Digital Synth Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715slQK8EbL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Im a drummer so forgive me again - can you connect to a midi keyboard and also to a daw, simultaneously? if so what cables do i need? sorry and thanks**
A: Yes you can, the easiest way is via the NTS-1 USB connector using the included cable.  The same applies for your MIDI keyboard, connect via USB and then route the MIDI signals through the DAW. If you know the model number of your MIDI controller,  I can check for you.

**Q: Is there a way of using this as a basic "boots and cats" drum machine?**
A: Yes. I use it primarily for this purpose, and to add effects to external audio. You can upload a patch that spreads kick, snare, and a closed hat sound over the range of the keys, select a ‘pattern’ with the ARP, and latch it. Combined with the different effects, you can get a surprising variety of drum sounds and patterns from it, even though it’s not a drum machine.

**Q: Im a drummer so forgive me - is it possible to connect this directly to a mac running a DAW to record the sounds?**
A: No problem at all!
The NTS-1 can easily be connected to a DAW, connect the audio output of the NTS-1 to the MAC's line input. It's also possible to drive the NTS-1 via MIDI with the appropriate connection, this can be either USB or MIDI with the appropriate interface/cable configuration.

**Q: Can an *actual owner* comment on how robust one of these is? I love the sounds it can make, but surface mount pots + mechanical strain @ £80? Hmmmm.**
A: Depends what you are planning on doing with it!!
The pots are well anchored (not just surface mounted but through-hole) and not really any different to other gear - except there is no front panel to add extra support to the shafts.
I treat all my music gear with respect and this is no different.
The mini 'keyboard' is great for auditioning sounds but not really all that playable. A type A TRS to DIN midi adapter will give you the capability to use a keyboard with DIN midi - or use usb via a computer.
The rear sockets are all well anchored too. It's has a quality feel construction-wise and it a joy to assemble.
I would say it feels 'durable' and is fantastic value at Amazon's price.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Almost Too Good To Be True!
*by C***E on 10 January 2024*

Not sure what I can add to the mny glowing reviews the Korg NTS-1 has already received on this Amazon product page. The NTS-1 is a small, self-assembly synth with built-in effects engine giving you chorus, flanger, phaser, reverb and delay effects right out of the box. Putting together this little flat-pack marvel took around 20 minutes and it only took that long because I have rubbish eyes and was straining a little with some of the smaller screws and the placement of the keyboard ribbon. A small screwdriver is included in the package along with instructions and I don't think many people would struggle to make it. The only really scary bit is snapping the boards apart when you first start making it. I was worried I would damage something, but I needn't have worried. It was a relief though plugging it in and getting power - and sound. The only real issue I had, which was frustrating for half-an-hour or so, was my PCs inability to detect the NTS-1 when it was plugged into a USB port. I had already downloaded the Korg Librarian software and the updater. Seems that I had previously installed too many midi devices onto my PC and the Korg needed to be in the "top ten" of midi devices, so I had to uninstall some older Midi devices I no longer used. That sorted the problem, but it was pretty frustrating for a while. Once I'd got the synth hooked up to my headphones and Arturia Keystep via a TRS/Midi Cable (annoyingly not supplied) then I was blown away by the sound and range of this little marvel. Due to the size, you have to get used to using muti-function buttons, for instance, holding down certain buttons and turning knob A or B, gives you more options than simply just twiddling those knobs. The ribbon keyboard is pretty dire, but I never expected it to be great, but you can easily play it with a stylus rather than fingers. The Arp works brilliantly with multi play modes available. There is a single digital oscillator and multiple mode filter with high, low and band pass options, plus three LFO types. While I love the sound of this little synth, for me, the icing on the cake and the main reason for purchase was the on-board effects. They sound stunning and the beauty of the NTS-1 is the ability to route external hardware through the box, so you can use other external synths with the effects. And, there's more, there's a thriving community of enthusiasts who have created custom oscillators and effects that can be loaded onto the NTS-1 via the aforementioned Librarian software. Some are paid for, some ask for donations and some are totally free. This makes a brilliant products even more brilliant. As my review heading states, this Korg seems too good to be true, it really is one of those rare products that comes along and blows all its competitors out of the water. For around £80 you can get a multi effects pedal/engine and a brilliant mono synth with arp, with the ability to load literally hundreds effects and oscillators! I'd give this ten stars if I could. Buy. One. Now.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Synth.
*by N***. on 13 November 2021*

Good things come in small packages & this tiny, but powerful monophonic synthesizer by korg, certainly lives up to that saying. It's worth buying, purely for it's filter and effects, which you can access with an 'audio in' 3.5mm socket and plug any headphone level audio into. The synth itself is far from shabby, It boasts an arpeggiator & the sounds you can conjure up with this are bassy, clear and limited only by your imagination. It comes as a kit, but it's extremely easy, if a little fiddly, (tiny screws..), to assemble. No soldering required and the only scary bit is splitting the circuit boards. (a straight edge like the edge of a book helps a lot). My only criticism of the whole package, concerns the 'free' software package thats bundled with the hardware. It entails opening several 3rd party web accounts, downloading several "authorisers/installer" programs, and jumping through many, many, VERY irritating hoops, in order to use the plug ins, and software synths within your DAW. I actually gave up.. and won't care if I never hear the words 'izotope', 'iLOK' or 'UVI' in my life ever again.. (As 'security' goes, they seem to be the single most effective way of ensuring that NOBODY uses the software they're supposed to be protecting, EVER..). That said..., I'd have been quite happy without the software anyway, so color me happy. :) My advice to anyone buying this great little synth is to pick out the card bearing a serial number, and the offer of the free software, ....and frisbee it into oblivion. You'll save yourself a lot of frustration, and there are many better, free.., software synths out there anyway. (Check out 'Vita' as an example). Concentrate on the actual hardware you bought, and you'll have fun with it. All in all, a great purchase, of a satisfying little music making synth.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the money for the effects section alone.
*by L***M on 25 March 2023*

Simply, this is the most synth you can buy with the least money, even when compared to some of Behringer's budget gear. I've been messing about with synthesizers for 25 years and I'm blown away by the quality of the Nts-1 for the price. Amongst other studio gear I like to this of it as an excellent effects unit with a fun, customisable digital synth thrown in. The Nts-1 is great fun and hugely versatile courtesy of the uploadable content. Also, no-one should be put off by the simple assembly, though good eyesight is an advantage for working with the tiny screws (the kit even comes with a screwdriver).

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