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The Nord Lead A1 is a synthesizer that delivers stunning sound with an easy-to-use interface.
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Nord Lead A1 Analog Modeling Synthesizer
The Nord Lead A1 is a synthesizer that delivers stunning sound with an easy-to-use interface. Ideal for live performances and studio recordings, it's versatile enough to create sounds for any genre.
Designed for Speed and Creativity
The Lead A1's user interface is intuitive and streamlined, allowing you to create complex patches quickly. Experiment with a unique oscillator section, pre-programmed modulation options, and simplified envelope controls. This powerful synth puts you in control without getting in your way.
Unparalleled Sound Engine
Nord's next-generation analog modeling engine recreates the warmth and detail of classic analog synths. It goes beyond simple emulation, offering a wide range of sonic possibilities. With 26-voice polyphony and four parts, you can create huge, layered soundscapes.
Perfect for Professionals
The Lead A1 is built for working musicians. Its clear layout and well-considered design make it easy to dial in the perfect sound, even under pressure. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Lead A1 is a reliable tool for bringing your musical ideas to life.
Designed for Speed and Creativity
The Lead A1's user interface is intuitive and streamlined, allowing you to create complex patches quickly. Experiment with a unique oscillator section, pre-programmed modulation options, and simplified envelope controls. This powerful synth puts you in control without getting in your way.
Unparalleled Sound Engine
Nord's next-generation analog modeling engine recreates the warmth and detail of classic analog synths. It goes beyond simple emulation, offering a wide range of sonic possibilities. With 26-voice polyphony and four parts, you can create huge, layered soundscapes.
Perfect for Professionals
The Lead A1 is built for working musicians. Its clear layout and well-considered design make it easy to dial in the perfect sound, even under pressure. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Lead A1 is a reliable tool for bringing your musical ideas to life.
Features:
Oscillators
Modulation
Filter
Effects
Performance
Special features
- Unique Oscillator concept
- 8 Oscillator Configurations
- Pitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, AM, Noise, Sub Mix, FM
- Traditional Analog and Digital Waveforms
- Unison
Modulation
- LFO with 5 waveforms
- Mod Envelope
- LFO as additional ModEnv
Filter
- 12, 24 dB low-pass filters
- High-pass and Band-pass filters
- Transistor and diode ladder filter simulations
- of Mini and TB-303
Effects
- Ensemble, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulator, Drive
Performance
- 4-part multi-timbral
- Master Clock Sync of Arpeggiator, LFO and Delay
- Velocity and Mod Wheel Morph
- USB MIDI
Special features
- Mutator
- Like Button
- Extra Fat Unison mode
GENERAL FEATURES
- 26 voices, 4 part multitimbral.
- 3 part effects section (FX, delay and reverb) for each part
- 49-key velocity sensitive keyboard (keyboard version only) with octave shift buttons, +/-2 octaves.
- Keyboard Split with 2 slots for the upper and lower sections.
- Modulation Wheel (keyboard version only).
- Pitch Stick with no dead zone at zero crossing (keyboard version only).
- Programmable Pitch bend range, up to +/- 4 octaves
- Separate up/down bend range: -12 or -24 semitones, + 2 semitones
- 1 pedal input for sustain.
- 1 pedal input for expression pedal.
- 3 LED displays, 23 knobs, 3 encoders and 20+ buttons for program and performance editing.
- Oscillator models
- of multiple waveforms (traditional analog, extended analog, pulse waveforms, real-time algorithmical waveforms with additive-, FM- and formant- synthesis)
- OSC config knob 11 categories (Pitch, Shape, Osc Sync, Noise Mix, Osc 2 Detune, Sine Mix, Tri Mix, Saw Mix, Square Mix, Freq Modulation, Amp Modulation)
- Multi-mode filter with 12 dB (2-pole) low pass, 24 dB (4-pole) lowpass and band pass, high pass, Ladder M and Ladder TB characteristics.
- Cut off, Resonance, envelope amount, envelope amount controlled by velocity.
- ADR/ASR envelope.
- Filter keyboard tracking can be set to off, 1/3, 2/3 or full.
- Adjustable Filter Distortion.
- LFO generates a triangle, square, sawtooth, inverted sawtooth or sample and hold waveforms. LFO can be routed to Filter Frequency and Osc mod. The LFO rate can be synchronized to the Master Clock.
- LFO can be switched to polyphonic Env mode with four different characteristics and sample and hold is manually triggered by keyboard (polyphonic S/H).
- Arpeggiator: Range: 1 - 4 octave. Modes: up, down, up/down and random. The Arpeggio rate can be synchronized to the Master Clock.
- ADR/ASR envelope, velocity control on/off, inverse envelope on/off.
- ADR/ASR envelope, velocity control on/off, gain control.
- Individual Pan-control per program
- Voice modes: Poly, Legato with portamento, Mono, True Unison 1, 2 & 3.
- Four program slots for layering possibilities and multitimbrality.
- FX section with Flanger, Phaser, Ring Modulation, Chorus, Ensemble and Drive.
- Delay section with tap tempo, four stages of feedback, stereo ping-pong, dry/wet mix. The Delay speed can be synchronized to the Master Clock.
- Reverb section with five algorithms (Room, Stage 1, Stage 2, Hall 1, Hall 2).
- Programs (single sounds): 8 x 50 (400) locations
- Performances (multi sounds): 4 x 50 (200) locations
- 4 outputs. Each slot can be assigned to its own output.
- Headphones output.
- High resolution low noise 24 bit DACs.
- All control knobs and switches send and receive control change messages.
- System exclusive bulk dumps. One program or all programs.
- Master Clock will sync to incoming MIDI clock.
- Soft Thru
- 4 Line Level Audio Outputs - ¼", 6,35 mm jacks, unbalanced
- Stereo Headphone Output - ¼", 6,35 mm stereo jack
- Sustain Pedal - ¼", 6,35 mm jack.
- Control Pedal - ¼", 6,35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use a Yamaha FC-7, Roland EV-7, Roland EV-5, Korg EXP2 or Korg XVP10.
- USB connector with MIDI capabilities
- MIDI In & Out - 5 pin DIN connectors
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
- User Manual
- Power Cord with IEC C14 connector
- Nord Lead A1: 802 x 92 x 260 mm (31.5 x 3.6 x 10.2")
- Nord Lead A1: 4.85 kg (10.7 lbs)
