We say...
Another winner in Korg's Nu:Tekt line of affordable kits, this time putting the classic Kaoss Pad interface into a compact and customisable desktop box. It's finger-swipin' good!
Manufacturer's description
The NTS-3 is a compact, customizable DIY effects unit which integrates our legendary KAOSS touch interface with up to 4 simultaneous effects. It offers intuitive controls, extensive effect customization via logueSDK, and versatile connectivity. Perfect for dynamic performances, it's designed for musicians and DIY enthusiasts seeking to explore new sonic territories with ease and creativity.
Built it yourself creativity
The NTS-3 KAOSS Pad goes beyond the boundaries of conventional effects units. It's a playground for creativity, offering up to four simultaneous effects with extensive editing options.
From essential filters and compressors to imaginative delays and reverbs, the NTS-3 KAOSS Pad opens up a universe of creative possibilities. The ability to work with individual effects or combine them seamlessly, along with the freedom to tweak each parameter, makes it a perfect tool for live performances and studio sessions alike.
Embrace the KAOSS
Embracing the essence of KAOSS products, the NTS-3 KAOSS Pad features user-friendly controls and adaptable connectivity, packaged in a performance-ready design. The XY pad is at the heart of its interface, enabling dynamic control over effects, rhythm, and depth, enhancing your performance with a fresh, tactile approach.
Software & hardware customization
The NTS-3 KAOSS Pad isn't just about sound; it's about making your mark. With an open development API and logueSDK, you can dive into creating unique effects, while the included Librarian application allows for easy management of your custom creations. The physical customization options, including reversible side panels and 3D schematics, mean you can even add a personal touch to your performance hardware.
Assemble & integrate
The Nu:Tekt NTS-3 KAOSS Pad is meticulously designed for straightforward integration into any musical setup, offering advanced connectivity with Sync IN/OUT ports. But what truly sets it apart is its effortless DIY assembly process.
Emphasizing the joy of building your own gear, the NTS-3 can be assembled quickly and safely, with no soldering required. This ease of assembly ensures that you can start exploring its vast sonic possibilities in less than 20 minutes, making it a delight for both seasoned musicians and DIY beginners.
Software & expandability
Korg KONTROL Editor: The NTS-3 dedicated KORG KONTROL Editor is a user-friendly and completely free tool available for Windows and Mac that allows you to not only easily manage all of your custom logue SDK Effects and Plugins, but also a really handy tool that allows you to not just manage your FX programs but also edit them directly on your computer. Download now
Custom content: Several developers are creating new and interesting Custom Oscillators and Effects for NTS-3 KAOSS pad. Find out more
Software bundle: The NTS-3 comes with a diverse variety of music software from Izotope including “Ozone Elements” which lets you not only create songs but also master them using AI, “Skoove” which will help you improve your keyboard playing skills, “Reason Lite” DAW software, as well as software synths from KORG and other brands.
In other words, the moment you get your hands on this FX unit you'll have a variety of tools to help you take your music to the next level.
Specifications
Effects
- Total: 35
- Filter: 5
- Modulation: 6
- Delay: 4
- Reverb: 5
- Other: 5 (looper, grainshifter, vinyl break…)
- Mastering: 7
- OSC: 3
Performance Programs
- 200 programs (more than 100 preload, 100 user programs)
Input/Output Jacks
- Headphone / AUDIO OUT jack (3.5 mm stereo mini-phone jack)
- AUDIO IN jack (3.5 mm stereo mini-phone jack)
- SYNC OUT jack (3.5 mm TRS mini-phone jack, 5V output level)
- SYNC IN jack (3.5 mm TRS mini-phone jack, 20V maximum input level)
- USB port (Type-C)
- Power supply: USB bus power mode
- Current consumption: 500mA or less
- Dimensions: 104 × 101 × 39mm
- Weight: 119g
How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK it's normally around £4 for order values under £150, and free above that. Shipping to mainland EU is typically between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of Parcelforce, DPD, Royal Mail and UPS for the UK, and for international orders it's either Royal Mail, UPS, DHL or FedEx depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we normally dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 15:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes FedEx or UPS may come a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Shipping times
Since April 2020 the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer.
There is absolutely nothing we can do about this unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Saturday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 15:00 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday delivery (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). The success rate with DPD is about 95% so it's worth a punt most of the time. Please note that if you select Saturday shipping on an order placed earlier in the week, we'll wait until Friday to ship it.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
Product Overview
We say...
Another winner in Korg's Nu:Tekt line of affordable kits, this time putting the classic Kaoss Pad interface into a compact and customisable desktop box. It's finger-swipin' good!
Manufacturer's description
The NTS-3 is a compact, customizable DIY effects unit which integrates our legendary KAOSS touch interface with up to 4 simultaneous effects. It offers intuitive controls, extensive effect customization via logueSDK, and versatile connectivity. Perfect for dynamic performances, it's designed for musicians and DIY enthusiasts seeking to explore new sonic territories with ease and creativity.
Built it yourself creativity
The NTS-3 KAOSS Pad goes beyond the boundaries of conventional effects units. It's a playground for creativity, offering up to four simultaneous effects with extensive editing options.
From essential filters and compressors to imaginative delays and reverbs, the NTS-3 KAOSS Pad opens up a universe of creative possibilities. The ability to work with individual effects or combine them seamlessly, along with the freedom to tweak each parameter, makes it a perfect tool for live performances and studio sessions alike.
Embrace the KAOSS
Embracing the essence of KAOSS products, the NTS-3 KAOSS Pad features user-friendly controls and adaptable connectivity, packaged in a performance-ready design. The XY pad is at the heart of its interface, enabling dynamic control over effects, rhythm, and depth, enhancing your performance with a fresh, tactile approach.
Software & hardware customization
The NTS-3 KAOSS Pad isn't just about sound; it's about making your mark. With an open development API and logueSDK, you can dive into creating unique effects, while the included Librarian application allows for easy management of your custom creations. The physical customization options, including reversible side panels and 3D schematics, mean you can even add a personal touch to your performance hardware.
Assemble & integrate
The Nu:Tekt NTS-3 KAOSS Pad is meticulously designed for straightforward integration into any musical setup, offering advanced connectivity with Sync IN/OUT ports. But what truly sets it apart is its effortless DIY assembly process.
Emphasizing the joy of building your own gear, the NTS-3 can be assembled quickly and safely, with no soldering required. This ease of assembly ensures that you can start exploring its vast sonic possibilities in less than 20 minutes, making it a delight for both seasoned musicians and DIY beginners.
Software & expandability
Korg KONTROL Editor: The NTS-3 dedicated KORG KONTROL Editor is a user-friendly and completely free tool available for Windows and Mac that allows you to not only easily manage all of your custom logue SDK Effects and Plugins, but also a really handy tool that allows you to not just manage your FX programs but also edit them directly on your computer. Download now
Custom content: Several developers are creating new and interesting Custom Oscillators and Effects for NTS-3 KAOSS pad. Find out more
Software bundle: The NTS-3 comes with a diverse variety of music software from Izotope including “Ozone Elements” which lets you not only create songs but also master them using AI, “Skoove” which will help you improve your keyboard playing skills, “Reason Lite” DAW software, as well as software synths from KORG and other brands.
In other words, the moment you get your hands on this FX unit you'll have a variety of tools to help you take your music to the next level.
Specifications
Effects
- Total: 35
- Filter: 5
- Modulation: 6
- Delay: 4
- Reverb: 5
- Other: 5 (looper, grainshifter, vinyl break…)
- Mastering: 7
- OSC: 3
Performance Programs
- 200 programs (more than 100 preload, 100 user programs)
Input/Output Jacks
- Headphone / AUDIO OUT jack (3.5 mm stereo mini-phone jack)
- AUDIO IN jack (3.5 mm stereo mini-phone jack)
- SYNC OUT jack (3.5 mm TRS mini-phone jack, 5V output level)
- SYNC IN jack (3.5 mm TRS mini-phone jack, 20V maximum input level)
- USB port (Type-C)
Technical Specs
Shipping Details
How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK it's normally around £4 for order values under £150, and free above that. Shipping to mainland EU is typically between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of Parcelforce, DPD, Royal Mail and UPS for the UK, and for international orders it's either Royal Mail, UPS, DHL or FedEx depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we normally dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 15:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes FedEx or UPS may come a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Shipping times
Since April 2020 the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer.
There is absolutely nothing we can do about this unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Saturday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 15:00 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday delivery (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). The success rate with DPD is about 95% so it's worth a punt most of the time. Please note that if you select Saturday shipping on an order placed earlier in the week, we'll wait until Friday to ship it.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
