Korg Nautilus 88
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Nautilus 88
Product Info
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The Nautilus 88 is a seriously impressive workstation – a real Swiss Army knife of synthesis. It's fantastic for keyboardists wanting a deep sound palette and solid sequencing capabilities, especially those moving beyond basic piano sounds. If you're looking for a comprehensive performance instrument and don't mind a bit of heft, this is a strong contender.
Product Description
- Korg Nautilus 88
- Music Workstation with 88 Keys
- RH3 - hammer action keyboard
- Sound generation: 9 synthesis methods SGX-2
- EP-1
- HD-1
- AL-1
- CX-3
- STR-1
- MOD-7
- MS-20EX and PolysixEX
- Polyphony: up to max. 200 voices (depending on the synthesis method)
- 7" TouchView display (800 x 480 pixels) with dark mode
- Real-time controller (retractable) for sound processing
- Polyphonic arpeggiator
- Drum track and step sequencer (4 scenes each)
- Set list function
- Search and preview function for sounds and combinations
- Favorite sound function
- 3-Band EQ for individual tracks (midi and audio)
- Smooth Sound Transition (prevents dropouts when changing sounds)
- Dynamics control for expressive sound settings
- With mode and quick access buttons
- Sampling function
- 16-Track MIDI sequencer
- 16-Track audio recorder (24-bit / 48kHz)
- 16 Effects processors
- 2 Master effects paths and 2 total effects
- USB type A for midi controller and keyboard connection
- USB type B for USB midi and audio
- Outputs: 2x 6.3 mm jack (L / Mono
- 4 x Individual outputs: 6.3 mm jack symmetrical
- Headphone output: 6.3 mm stereo jack
- Inputs: 2x 6.3 mm jack balanced (mic / line)
- MIDI In / Out / Thru
- Connections for pedals: damper pedal (stepless recognition)
- freely definable foot switch and pedal
- Integrated 60 GB SSD (2.5") drive
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 1437 x 387 x 139 mm
- Weight: 23.1 kg
- Includes software bundle (download): KORG software instruments
- Reason Lite
- Ozone Elements
- Skoove
PROS
- • Excellent RH3 hammer action provides realistic piano feel
- • Nine distinct synthesis engines offer incredible sonic versatility
- • Smooth Sound Transition eliminates frustrating audio dropouts
- • Real-time controller simplifies live performance adjustments
CONS
- • The 7-inch display, while functional, feels a bit cramped for detailed editing
- • Weight makes it less portable than some workstation alternatives
- • The extensive feature set can be initially overwhelming for new users
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
88
Key Type
RH3 Hammer Action
Sounds
SGX-2 Piano, EP-1 Electric Piano, HD-1 Drum Machine, AL-1 Analog Emulation, CX-3 Organ, STR-1 String Machine, MOD-7 Modulation, MS-20EX Monophonic Synth, PolysixEX Polyphonic Synth
Sequencer
16-Track MIDI & 16-Track Audio
Sampler
Built-in Sampling Function
Weight
Approximately 46.3 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The RH3 is excellent, but lacks the escapement and nuanced response of Korg's premium grand actions; it’s still a very playable and expressive action.
The Nautilus 88 primarily functions as a standalone workstation, but it can act as a MIDI controller to trigger sounds in a DAW.
It's geared towards capturing and layering sounds, but lacks advanced sample editing features found in dedicated samplers.
