KORG NAUTILUS Overview & Demo

[@kiko1935]

Congratulations on getting Korg to send you a unit. That's a big deal and you have earned the recognition ten fold.

[@n8goulet]

Send for free, but expecting it to be returned. Yamaha gave him it's competitor, the MODX. We can see what company is more serious about marketing their synth.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

actually, I offered to return it. I regularly get new synths in, and some have to go to make room. I don't have time to play them all. and it doesn't feel right to sell gear that's been donated. i'm making videos anyway, so it's great to feature new synths without me having to buy them. it's basically free rental and everyone wins, me, the brands and the audience. perhaps when korg release something new, then I'll trade up!

[@stuartwilliams7371]

Wish Korg would donate to me😂😂 Had to sell a kidney to buy my Oasys and Karma but worth it 😀👍 I’m not sure about Nautilus, look very bland to me, repackaged i3 with Oasys lettering and no karma?? Hmm 🤔 Anyways, hope u enjoy. Well done woody 👍

[@souldreamer702]

@@WoodyPianoShack I'll gladly take whatever you don't want or have room for, seriously tho, I'll never get rid of another keyboard again. I have a few and I'll never part with any of them. The Nautilus is next on my list !!!! Thanks for the video !!!

[@Doctormix]

well done mate!!! love your demo!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

hi there pal! looking forward to seeing what you can do with yours :)

[@ThePoushal]

It's that guy from the other channel! Love you both.

[@n8goulet]

Nice job on your Nautilus video too Doctor Mix. Have you tried to load Kronos sounds into your Nautilus yet? 😄

[@attn2020]

Boss

[@MellostormMusic]

Great overview. My first synth was the classic M1. The Nautilus is the M1 of the 21st century and is a joy to play!

[@LeonelMartinez150]

To be honest ive use a M1 before and the M1 kills the Nautilus in sound quality and the fact that it has Aftertouch. I love my Nautilus but vintage keyboard like the M1 01w roland D50 Yamaha Dx7 the korg N264/364 and many other vintage keyboard are way better in sound quality. You know what they say the quality of the vintage keyboard sound better then most modern keyboards.

[@LeonelMartinez150]

I bought one 2 years ago, and it's amazing i added some samples sounds from other keyboards and i love my Korg Nautilus one thing im bug is the no Aftertouch but korg came out with the Aftertouch version. Love my Nautilus

[@MrRozzwell]

Really beautiful demonstrations of the piano sounds. It is great that Korg gave this keyboard to a musician.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

haha, i'm a good bluffer on the key :D seriously, thanks, means a lot.

[@hhderuijter]

This is a nice surprise by Korg. I realy like the fresh new design and it also seems to have the build quality that Korg is known for. Most importantly, I liked almost everything I heard and I would choose a good arpeggiator over Karma anytime. But that is personal obviously. The best surprise was to learn about this interesting new instrument on my favourite keyboard channel. I look forward to you future videos on the Nautilus. Thank you Woody!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

happy to read that, thank you!

[@iosyn5896]

build quality = plastic? Are u from another planet, m8? behringer build with more quality for halfprized gear and korg build toyware at this time, sorry. wavestate = plastic, opsix = plastic, natilus = plastic, etc.

[@hhderuijter]

@@iosyn5896 Listen to Woody’s report on the build quality and the materials used. The top panel is aluminium and the whole curved bottom section is a thick sheet of solid aluminium. I had two Korg arrangers and they were build like a tank, much like the Triton was. I know the Kronos is also a solid piece of gear.

[@lalnunsangaasanga5801]

piano sound is very Natural and beautyful.Acoustic grand sample sound playing again long time.

[@xtrofilm]

You my friend are a breath of fresh air. Just saw this vid for first time and as from today im saving up to buy one of these, they sound great, at the moment a 61 key version over here in the uk is £1500. I cant wait !!!!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

that seems like a pretty good deal to me, good choice!

[@xtrofilm]

@@WoodyPianoShack Thank you, may i ask if you could recommend some speakers im gonna need for it not too expensive.

[@simonlegrec]

Amazing synth...and tube

[@cahenglish]

Thank you, Korg, for taking care of our boy, Woody! We trust and enjoy his reviews. I've bought more than one product based on his demos. So, Woody, Woodster, Big WooWoo!! Great review. Looks like quite the exciting board. I could tell you were really enjoying yourself playing it. Looking forward to more on this tech! Cheers, Cliff

[@WoodyPianoShack]

thanks for watching and the endorsement cliff :)

[@edgaba]

Does anyone know how to edit note lengths in Nautilus, I wish the Nautilus had a Piano Roll where we can edit notes in several ways: Length, key, velocity etc.

[@jbognap]

Nice surprise. A true workstation with PCM/AN/FM/EFX, Sampling/MIDI sequencing and Audio recording all in one unit for ~$2000. Waiting for a wave sequencing demo.

[@Petsublak]

Finally good news in the year 2020. I was looking at the Korg Krome, though preferred the Kronos 2. Finances holding us back. Now this Nautilus has appeared, so decisions to be made. Good video, many thanks.

[@fahimdawer]

Its touch screen is from 80s and called resistive touch screen ......they should have installed state of the art screen when they were thinking of less button controls.......

[@Talia.777]

Agreed

[@BrunodeSouzaLino]

Screw those blind keyboard players. Touchscreen everything!

[@verysynthesizer5972]

Exactly !!! It's a Cheap Screen ... But not a Cheap workstation !

[@jermainelong1843]

@SunTai Not just their touch screens. I still can't believe how flimsy the key bed on the Krome is, not to mention the poor reverb & chorus fx😡

[@WyattLite-n-inn]

@@jermainelong1843 This action is different than Krome. It’s “Natural Touch” same as the Nanokey AIR action

[@lospopularos]

You can't believe the relief we feel when that background racket stops at 8:31. What was the purpose of that pandemonium in the rear anyway?

[@janpieternieman5295]

Wow I like the background music especially at the end. And the piano version of Computer Love is also nicely done!

[@rickboring7165]

Hi Woody, Excellent job on the review. The smooth sound transition is definitely on the Kronos as well and a great feature at that. I love to be able to change sounds on the fly while sustaining the strings and the switch to a lead sound without a dropout! Glad to see the Nautilus keeps this great feature.

[@erhanshukri]

Hello Woody from Macedonia, I would like to ask is it poissible to connect tripple pedal Korg PU-2 on Nautilus 88?

[@FrankygoestoHobbywood]

a good review, Woody... i always love to see your reactions while playing.

[@eaglechildkeys]

Great video Woody. I consider myself a Korg fan, and the keyboard seems powerful, but the 61 keys 2000 dolars, a bit expensive. Hope months later , they lower the price a little bit.

[@joebarron4666]

Very exciting! Had no idea this was coming. Good job Woody!

[@joehermanartist]

Really dig your channel.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

I appreciate that!

[@LeonelMartinez150]

To be honest ive use a M1 before and the M1 kills the Nautilus in sound quality and the fact that it has Aftertouch. I love my Nautilus but vintage keyboard like the M1 01w roland D50 Yamaha Dx7 the korg N264/364 and many other vintage keyboard are way better in sound quality. You know what they say the quality of the vintage keyboard sound better then most modern keyboards not to offend anyone. Love your videos keep up the good work woody.

[@jordanking7711]

Also Woody the purpose of the parameter knobs that push in, is not only so you can't accidentally turn them while they are pressed in. It's also used for transportation reasons, so that you don't damage it in transit while they are pressed in.

[@rnedp760]

Been watching your channel for a few years but the production quality of the vids has massively increased in the last months, really great. And congrats on getting this launch day vid out.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

oh, appreciate that feedback. been putting some money into the production equipment and upping my game.

[@j0rdan18]

This is dangerous, Woody. Last time you did this with the MODX I went away and bought one!

[@Kougeru]

Just be broke and it's not a problem

[@WoodyPianoShack]

i bet you can still make some great music with your modx! you'll be fine :)

[@synthesist3003]

This is a great review, as always¡¡¡ It calls my attention that many people prefer a keyboard over another just for the piano sounds. Come on¡¡¡ if you own a kronos or this keyboard, you know you can edit the sounds the way you want. Nine engines, a powerful sequencer, karma, 12 insert effects, you can combine up to 16 sounds, wave sequence¡¡¡¡¡ I tell you this, there is no other workstation tha can do so much as Kronos and in second place, this new keyboard, nor modex, nor Roland fantom or nord stage, period. If what you want is a piano that sounds well, buy a stainway.

[@nvillajuan]

I’m shopping and I appreciate your demo and review. Thx!

[@LB-pp7pu]

Every sound coming from this thing is outstanding!

[@woopeedyscoop1858]

great stuff. thanks Woody

[@cube206]

Thank's Woody for the interesting presentation, keep it up :)

[@alexc2234]

Looks like there's lag in the buttons and the touchscreen doesn't always respond not to mention the super long boot-up time. Does anyone know if the Kronos suffered from the same issues?

[@arcanics1971]

I am impressed. It is my intention to upgrade next year- got a pc to buy first and I am not exactly rich- and the high end workstations are what I am looking at saving for. This is a welcome addition, especially as it's a bit less saving. I can't swear that this is what I would go for, but it certainly appeals. Looking online I see the two bigger keybeds are better quality, but I imagine the price reflects that. Very much looking forward to more on this. Those Acoustic Pianos sound lush!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

the acoustics sound amazing, like you're in the room with the piano. i'm sure the 61 and 73 have exact same keys.

[@ringodingo6945]

Good call. I understand not everyone can afford the best with after touch etc. So this is perfect for the budget.

[@rolandoe507]

how is the touch on the top of the keys? very hard ?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

not hard at all, but not as good as the flagship synths, shorter key length i suspect.

[@flowmaka]

Love your review! I’ve been a fan of Korg for a long time. They are simply remarkable sounding keyboards. I’ve been looking for a Kronos but they are out of my price range. This is even better and more affordable. Thanks again!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

thank you for the comment!

[@agostoncs3575]

Amazing synth and amazing performer! Thank you Woody

[@jean-gabrielclermont-tonne2475]

Super video. Merci bien. But are there some new and fresh KORG sounds ?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

yes! there are loads of new samples and programs onboard

[@LearnWithGern]

Could you get a close up of the pic on the box depicting no knives to open??? ;)

[@WoodyPianoShack]

haha, that's a funny one!

[@LearnWithGern]

@@WoodyPianoShack, joking aside, what's the boot time of the Nautilus? That's the one thing I really dislike with my Kronos (both of them),

[@WoodyPianoShack]

@@LearnWithGern safe to assume no faster than kron!

[@bruin4937]

Cool, I knew Woody would test drive the new Korg Nautilus! Brilliant!

[@sidylima1984]

in 17:30 is it my impression or are the Polysix knobs flattened (ovalized)?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

trick of the camera angle perhaps, they looked round in real life, well virtually on the screen.

[@sidylima1984]

@@WoodyPianoShack thanks for answering! strange, because in other videos it seemed the same thing, look this (12:28) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJzaYaGilsmsgqs&ab_channel=loopop

[@sidylima1984]

@@WoodyPianoShack I'm sorry I have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder :)

[@jeffreyreid6981]

I’m from America woody and I always like your review

[@jaakkojokela-bergstrom8018]

How can one have a combi-based expression or modulation foot pedal depending on the combi?

[@happyboar1019]

Thanks for the demo 👍 How to sample voice from an external microphone ? Only stero input on the back side ? Thanks

[@synthesist3003]

This is a great review, as always¡¡¡ It calls my attention that many people prefer a keyboard over another just for the piano sounds. Come on¡¡¡ if you own a kronos or this keyboard, you know you can edit the sounds the way you want. Nine engines, a powerful sequencer, karma, 12 insert effects, you can combine up to 16 sounds, wave sequence¡¡¡¡¡ I tell you this, there is no other workstation tha can do so much as Kronos and in second place, this new keyboard, nor modex, nor Roland fantom or nord stage, period. If what you want is a piano that sounds well, buy a stainway.

[@E_Da_SoundGod]

Thanks for the breakdown

[@michelkeijzers]

Enjoy your Korg Nautilus! Very nice video.

[@richikeys6535]

Thx for sharing your vid. What a nice synth. 👏

[@mehranmokhtarzadeh2770]

Please kindly suggest me about buying nautilus or kronos ? 😢

[@CalvinLimuel]

the USB A can also be used for another MIDI controller like Korg nanoKontrol2 to control programs with faders, or another keyboard. Also, where are the Farfisa/Vox engines

[@Soiffie11]

Love the computerwelt piece

[@marcomonchi9396]

Big workstation in a compact format! Is a goal for korg that win the match

[@caqueto3347]

Hi, could I use the nautilus as an arranger? or it be better suited een de Pa700 or PA1000? Wich one will be a better option as arranger?

[@LeonelMartinez150]

No you can't it is not an arranger keyboard it's a Workstation but if you want to use sequence then yes go for the Nautilus but if you want to switch chords and use one rhythm for multiple song go for any Pa series Keyboard that can read Samples sounds and rhythm

[@chimmymachimana190]

can i plug in my NanoKontrol for use of faders?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

wondering the same thing

[@jonmunday8963]

Man I thought I subscribed to your channel after watching the Triton video, which was amazing btw, but I apparently I didn't🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ Don't worry my friend I won't forget to sub this time!! Your videos are amazing and your piano playing is quite amazing as well!! You explain things very well😎😎 I am a very proud fan of Korg who has owned the Korg Trinity followed by every single Triton 61, 76 and 88 key and then the Triton Studio for years, and now I've owned the Kronos X 73 key for about 7 years but haven't updated the software which needs to be done. I don't know if you take requests buuuut if you or your buddy who owns that Kronos ever wanted to do a software update video it would most definitely be very very appreciated, and if not it's alright I'll still be here watching. Much respect to you and keep the videos coming🙏🙏🙏

[@zzyzx13]

I think the Knobs feature is actually to make them more gigbag-friendly, this way-the knobs won't be sheared off when putting the keyboard in-or-out of the bag

[@escapepartybanduk2950]

Definitely. I've replaced the pots on my Juno DS twice already 🤦‍♂️

[@WoodyPianoShack]

i thought so too, but then it occurs to me that the joystick is much more vulnerable than knobs anyway, pop down joystick anyone?

[@zzyzx13]

@@WoodyPianoShack Perhaps the joystick however by nature would bend out of the way of whatever obstacles that a rigid knob would snag upon?

[@dawie1968]

How is the Key bed feel ??. Is it Sturdy like the kronos 61 or very light as krome 61,Modx 61..

[@yeoldmedic7572]

This is my one reserve. Looking at kronos synth action it looks much more premium . the nautilus black keys look a tad stumpy . hmmmmm. At this point its new samples vs a better keybed, more controlls, and a big screen

[@dvamateur]

I am looking for a brand new condition M1, or T3, or T2. Are they going to reissue? I've been lucky enough to acquire a MINT, serviced, 01/W Pro, and I am looking to upgrade to a higher quality Korg synthesizer, which is the M- and T-series, of course.

[@madness8556]

I had a T3EX for over 25 years and sn O1WFD on loan from a friend for over 15 years and they were awesome. Saying that, I actually preferred the sound of the T3EX despite it being the previous model.

[@dvamateur]

@@madness8556 I actually got the M1, T3, and T2 in not too bad of a condition. But I also got the Nautilus (73-key and 88-key weighted without aftertouch), and the whole M- and T- series ended up leaning against the wall, which is a total mess. Even the unweighted keys Nautilus ended up being unused since I got the JUPITER-X. But I guess it was all necessary for me to do to get those original Korg instruments to see what they are, and realize that the currently produced instruments are not so bad after all.

[@pixusphotographic]

It sounds good but to enough to sell any of my Kronos, looking forward to seeing more of your demos

[@madness8556]

Don't sell your Kronos for this.

[@dykodesigns]

That’s a cool synth! This could well be a serious competitor to the MODX. Like the design of it, reminds me of the M1 but then for the 2020’s. The pop out buttons are a nice touch. Interresting that it has a midi-through port, you don’t see that very often anymore. The Piano sounds are a nice and dynamic sounding. I wonder if the Nautilus supports USB controllers, appearantly the Kronos does.

[@jamessudbury6006]

The modx sucks. Feels like shit. Looks like shit.

[@luizsongs]

I am trying to decide which is better to buy ? Modx or Nautilus?

[@dulistanheman]

Nice demonstration Woody

[@johnphilipquinga9461]

Ohh hell yess to the prepared pianos 😍😍😍😍

[@MaximKorobov]

What's the piano melody from 14:50?

2 days ago it was just a leak and now you have it, I'm amazed!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

i can't quite believe it either :)

@@WoodyPianoShack well deserved, I really appreciate what are you doing! ✌️

[@U.N.]

Thank you for this video!

[@pongsirisiribohdi5061]

Sounds Excellent!!!

[@godders7594]

Great demo Woody

[@eduardosalgado6598]

Which should you choose between this KORG and New Roland Fantom?

[@timbrandon1466]

Yet another great video.

[@kevanbarrett7411]

Nice presentation Woody. If it had aftertouch I would probably go for one but a little pricey without. Surprised Korg are still sticking with Combi and Program Modes when Roland and Yamaha of gone down the Performance route.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

hi kevan, i'm grateful for this, the "everything is a performance" does my head in, especially when combining multi-performance performances into a multi-timbral performance, your head is surely hurting too now :)

[@kevanbarrett7411]

@@WoodyPianoShack Just to let you know that on the back of this video I considered getting a Nautilus but found a brand new Kronos 61 for the same price. Just in the process of creating some similar performances from my MODX into Combis. It seems more time consuming to bring the insert effects across from program mode to combi mode, but it can be done. Really looking forward to getting to grips with Kronos though.😊

[@kokopelli314]

Love the piano samples. I'm guessing the Nautilus would receive and process channel D so aftertouch from a lower 88 weighted keyboard controller could change filters and such. If I were using this on gigs I would definitely be pushing in those knobs during transport.

[@jeffeason853]

How long does it take to boot up this machine? I have a Krome EX that takes almost a minute before its usuable.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

probably even longer on this board... never timed it tho, I just start it up a long time before I need it, and then go do something else.

[@St_Modler]

So, now in the mid-range workstation segment we have Korg Nautilus, Yamaha MODX and Kurzweil PC4. It's gonna be interesting to see Roland's response, as the FA-06/07/08 is getting quite old and they are yet to make a trimmed down version of the new Fantom.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

yes, it will be interesting to see roland's next move, the zencore FA is surely in the pipeline.

[@andersholmberg4496]

Hi! Since I have been born blind I was wondering if you know if there’s gonna be a computer application or iPhone application to handle the settings in the nautilus? Touchscreen with no screen reader is nothing for me to use apparently. That won’t work. Maybe I could learn the buttons on the menus but that depends on. The sounds are brilliant and I really would love to hear more about them.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

this concerns me greatly, the trend towards reliance on touch screen interfaces is leading to inaccessible instruments for hard of sighted musicians, I struggle myself when the fonts are small.

[@ShotecMusic]

It is always good that those side panels (around pitch/mod stick) are plastic, when resting your hands there, it doesn't feel cold like the aluminum does ;) ... Amazing video!

[@Posijax]

I just unboxed mine yesterday... Overwhelmed, but loving it... 🎶🎶🎶

[@davidm3569]

A dream machine. Unfortunately I will never be able to own one...........but I can dream.😁

[@WoodyPianoShack]

oh don't say that! i never thought i'd own a D50, but many years later...

[@sojimani7616]

Can you compare Korg Nautilus with Yamaha Modx ?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

i see no reason why not!

[@kelvinperez8845]

For what i hear the modx sound a lot better and is cheaper almos 700 hundred less.

[@sheffsteel7]

MODX is probably a better performance synth....also plenty of one finger patches that make even a beginner sound good. Suspect Nautilus will be a better studio workstation type synth but will have a bigger learning curve.

[@ElectronicazMusic]

Awesome vid thanks! I seem to only noodle these days rather than construct complete tracks and I'm sorely tempted to get one of these. Despite a room full of synths. We shall see. Thanks again though, very helpful vid. Hugs from Bournemouth! 😁 ♥ 🎶 🎹

[@WoodyPianoShack]

good luck with whatever you go with, don't overlook modx and fantom-0 series in similar price range!

[@ElectronicazMusic]

Thx Woody!

[@2HimTru]

What may I ask is the brand & model of external speaker monitor are you using or would you use for addressing a larger audience? I take it you are using "built-in speakers" in this video? Thanks.

[@theactivationofagentzero9831]

Was ready to buy at this weekend still not sure if I'm getting the 61 of the 73 someone please tell me what's the best decision to make. It's only $400 difference. Give me some advice guys thanks.

[@adamdestromusic]

Great presentation thanks :)

[@AndrewLeSynt]

the buttonz are much muuuch bette then the kronos ones.........you cant see shiet in a darker room 😂😂 cool video, thanks for sharing. greetings from switzerland (korg kronons 2 - 88 owner)

[@GEOLEK]

Hello!What is the name of the song that you play in the start of the video?

[@garyjones101]

Thanks for your review of the Korg Nautilus. I really appreciated everything you covered. If one was wanting to have the sounds of a Korg M1 available, do you feel this keyboard includes those sounds to some degree? Thanks!

[@WoodyPianoShack]

yes it has some recreations of m1 sounds, but a good and cheap alternative is the korg m1 vst synth, which is identical and often $25 on sale

[@lucalazzarini1341]

Woody you're one of the most entertaining reviewer I've ever seen: while you play a keyboard your face is better than any other star-based evaluation system :-D .. this Nautilus deserve more in dept research... at first sight it remember me a lot of my Krome (yes Krome has less synth engines) but these specific Korg choices (less Knobs, less display, less button, ....) feel like a deja-vù!. I own also a Yamaha Modx7 that make me feel like a baby in a toycenter every time a dig into the enormous options offered by that Yamaha synth-beast... A comparison in my opinion is not needed... too much distance between this 2 machines.. and I'm very pleased that Korg did not choose to develope an anti-Modx clone or similar... Korg and Yamaha are always on my hearth (and on my setup), each for their specific distinctive strength points. Keep going well with these reviews Woody. Many thanks! :)

[@WoodyPianoShack]

thanks for the awesome comment luca! it's a huge step up from the krome i think, in build quality, keys, sounds & features. although the krome does have much more proper buttons :) you carry on enjoying your modx, you're right, there is so much to explore there too!

[@airmanchairman]

Considering how the Montage edges the Kronos when it comes to authentic-sounding guitar sounds of all types, here’s hoping those have been addressed in what looks to be a significant voices update. 🤞🏾 🤞🏾

[@madness8556]

Sadly I don't think that Korg has significantly improved the quality of its lacklustre acoustic and electric guitar programs which aren't really much improved from those in my 1995 Trinity! Their PA series arrangers have phenomenal guitar programs so Korg obviously have the ability to improve these sounds but choose not to for some strange reason! Perhaps they're frightened that sales of their PA strangers would be affected, who knows?

[@robertmichalscheck3072]

Is it easy to add drums to any of the presets?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

many of them seem to have suitable drum patterns already assigned, you can change kit or pattern if you want, yes!

[@robertmichalscheck3072]

@@WoodyPianoShack cool,thank you woody.

[@ambarai]

Nice work Woody! First glance it looks like the same shape and layout as the Yamaha Genos inc the touchscreen...Looking forward to Korg releasing th PA5x (if thats what it is called) as I can imagine a similar chassis!

[@cristobaltribu7567]

Nice video Woody. WHy don"t you give us your pros and cons thougths ?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

not in the intro video, i've only used it for a few hours, too early to conduct a reviewl it'll come...

[@TIMMCDERMOTT]

The smooth sound transition function is present on my Kronos2 as well, its a great feature to not have the existing program/combi sound cut off when changing. (Wish it was possible on the Triton as well).

[@DavidIzquierdoAzzouz]

Is this any better than the Fantom 8?

[@smittywerbenjagermanjensen7520]

NO WAY

[@artie218]

maybe those buttons push down also for avoiding losing buttons as you pack or remove the keyboard from the case

[@mikemurga2286]

Does Nautilus work with Ableton?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

sure, that's how I intend to use it

[@Keyboardnut99]

How long does it take to come on?

[@Roboprogs]

No kidding. There was a Krome in the local store a while back. By the time it booted up, I lost interest in playing with it 😁

[@WoodyPianoShack]

switch it on, go read some yt comments, then it's ready.

[@Musicology1975]

You are the Uncle i never had👍

[@harmonystudioz]

Amazing keyboard I must buy 🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹

[@markpeam8549]

Not sure if you've sent this back by now, but do you know/remember how long the boot time is? The Kronos was super-slow (using a '90s PC motherboard) and I'm hoping that Korg's newer tech makes the Nautilus faster. Anyone know?

[@WoodyPianoShack]

let's just call it super-slow, on par with the kronos. not a big deal for me, I just start it, then go do something else for a few minutes.

[@markpeam8549]

@@WoodyPianoShack Thanks Woody. I'll see if my local PMT has one in stock and check it in person. The Kronos' slow loading bugged me after a while. Really is like an old PC. Was hoping that they might have recompiled for a faster platform. Keep up the great work. :)

[@LeonelMartinez150]

For me it takes 2:30 minutes to turn on including my Samples all together at once

[@LeonelMartinez150]

Yamaha's keyboard load in a matter of 16 seconds because they use flash memory korg should definitely learn a thing or two from Yamaha

[@mozartmotadearaujo4292]

Olá, i'm from to Brazil ! Are the keys the same as on Krome 61?

[@TechGently]

Nice! I have the 88 key Korg Kross (1) laying against the wall here, hardly used because of the insane menu diving. But this looks cool. Loved the Jeff Lorber tune btw.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

yes, not sure if my kross 61 will be getting much attention in coming months... :(

[@mgabrysSF]

I prefer light touch keyboards, which is better? 61 or 73 keys?

[@patrickdrx]

If you often play pianos, it’s more confortable to get a 73 keys. When playing organ or synths, no matter except if you play slow deep lefthand basselines..

[@tec0.comllc187]

I'd like to be able to justify getting a new keyboard but even after 30 years, my Yamaha SY55 along with the MIDI out and Logic Pro X, does everything I need it to. Even so, great review on a very nice keyboard.

[@WoodyPianoShack]

that's a golden oldie! the improved connectivity of modern keyboards is nice, if you're connecting to PC. audio and midi over usb is convenient.