Nu:Tekt NTS-3 KAOSS Pad
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.
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Build your KAOSS
Discover the Nu:Tekt NTS-3 KAOSS Pad: our iconic KAOSS Pad reimagined in a build-it-yourself format. This compact, customizable DIY effects unit integrates our legendary KAOSS touch interface with up to 4 simultaneous effects. It offers intuitive controls, extensive effect customization vialogueSDK, and versatile connectivity.
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.
Custom content
Several developers are creating new and interesting Custom Oscillators and Effects for NTS-3 KAOSS pad.
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.
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Specifications
Effect: 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:
500 mA or less
Dimensions (W × D × H):
104 × 101 × 39 mm
Weight:
119 g/4.20 oz
Returns
We offer a 30-day returns period on all products purchased directly from Korg UK.