Nord Lead A1 49-key Analog Synthesizer
- Product Code: eq14000
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The Nord Lead A1 49-Key Analog Synthesizerfrom Nord Lead A1 49-Key Analog Synthesizerfeatures an analog modeling sound engine designed to provide virtual analog sounds as well as access to digital waveforms. It has a 49-key Fatar keybed and is capable of 24-voice polyphony and 4 simultaneous synth parts. Its interface is designed to provide simplified access to the synth engine's parameters, including its oscillator, filter, modulation, and effects sections.
49-Key Fatar Keybed 24-Voice Polyphony 8 Oscillator Configurations Modeled Analog & Digital Waveforms 4-Part Multitimbral Performance Master Clock Sync for Arp, LFO & Delay 6 Built-In Effects USB MIDI
General | |
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Keyboard | 49-key octave velocity sensitive keyboard with octave shift buttons (+/- 2 octaves)
Keyboard Split with 2 slots for the upper and lower section |
Controls | 1x Modulation wheel
1x Pitch stick (with no dead zone at zero crossing) 1x 1/4" (6.3 mm) pedal input for sustain pedal 1x 1/4" (6.3 mm) pedal input for expression pedal |
Pitch Bend Range | Programmable up to +/- octave |
User Interface | 3x LED displays
23x knobs 3x encoders 20x buttons for program and performance editing |
Oscillator | |
Waveform | Multiple Oscillator waveforms; traditional analog, extended analog, pulse waveforms, wavetable
OSC Configuration Knob Categories: pitch, detune, shape, sync, ring modulation, noise, dual OSC, FM |
Filters | |
Type | Multi-mode Filter:
12 dB (2-pole) low-pass, 24 dB (4-pole) low-pass and band pass, high pass Ladder M and Ladder 303 characteristics |
Control | Cut off, resonance, envelope amount, LFO amount, drive |
Envelope | ADR/ASR |
Tracking Ability | Filter keyboard tracking can be set to off, 1/3, 2/3 or full |
Distortion | Filter Distortion: Adjustable |
Modulation | |
LFO1 | Generates: triangle, square, sawtooth, inverted sawtooth or sample and hold waveforms
Routing: can be routed to filter frequency, pitch, shape and OSC mod Sync: Can be synchronized to the Master Clock Modes: can be switched to Env mode with three different characteristics and sample and hold is manually triggered by keyboard |
Arpeggiator | Range: 1 to 4 octaves
Modes: up, down, up/down, random, Poly Sync: arpeggio rate can be synchronized to the Master Clock |
Envelope | ADR/ASR
Velocity control: on/off Inverse Envelope: on/off |
Amplifier | |
Control | ADR/ASR envelope
Gain control Individual Pan Control: per program Velocity Control: on/off |
Performance | |
Voices | Poly, legato with portamento, Mono, True Unison 1, 2 & 3 |
Layering | 4x program slots for layering possibilities |
Effects | |
Effects | Types: flanger, phaser, ring modulation, chorus, ensemble and drive |
Delay | Types/Controls: Tap tempo, four stages of feedback, ping-pong, dry/wet mix
Sync: delay speed can be synchronized to the Master Clock |
Reverb | Types: room, stage 1, stage 2, hall 1, hall 2 |
Memory | |
Programs | Single Sounds: 8x 50 (400) locations
Performances (Multiple Sounds): 4x 50 (200) locations |
Audio Output | |
Output | 4x unbalanced 1/4" (6.3 mm) (each slot can be assigned to its own output)
1x 1/4" (6.3 mm) stereo headphone output 24-bit DACs |
MIDI | |
Type | USB MIDI
5-pin DIN in 5-pin DIN out THRU: soft |
Control | All control knobs and switches send and receive control change messages
MIDI Dumps: System exclusive or all programs |
Sync | Master Clock will sync to incoming MIDI clock |
Dimensions & Weight | |
Dimensions | 34.0 x 3.7 x 10.7 (864 x 94 x 272 mm) |
Weight | 10.7 lb (4.85 kg) |
Packaging Info | |
Package Weight | 17.3 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 39.3 x 15.3 x 8" |
The Nord Lead A1 features their Wave Engine with oscillator configuration shortcuts utilizing two oscillators. Start with a single oscillator waveform (a choice of multiple Analog and Digital waveforms), select an Oscillator Configuration Shortcut - pitch, detune, shape, sync, FM, ring modulation, dual Osc or noise - and use the OSC Control knob to adjust the settings of the configuration.
The end result is high speed programming without the need for the usual complexity of routing and patching, and with the opportunity for ready experimentation
The Lead A1's filter section features classic 12 and 24 dB low-pass, a high-pass and a band-pass filter, together with emulations of the diode and ladder filters from the Mini and the TB-303 synthesizers. The Lead A1's modeling of these filters capture the character and response of the originals, allowing flexible sound design
The Lead A1's effects section features two analog models of an ensemble and chorus, modeled on specific vintage synths and adding analog feel. Alongside these, choose from ring modulation, phaser, flanger or drive per slot and in addition a separate delay and reverb for each slot
The Morph function via mod wheel, velocity or pedal, allows you to control multiple parameters of the Lead A1 simultaneously. Morph can be used by just holding the Morph button and adjusting any desired knob
The Master Clock function of the Lead A1 allows the LFO, arpeggiator and delay to be synchronized, either internally or slaved to external MIDI clock. A tap tempo button allows you to tap to the tempo of a drummer or to playback tracks
The Lead A1 features four separate arpeggiators with Up/Down and random modes and a 4-octave range. Any or all can be sync'd to the Lead A1's master clock
Having four identical, equally powerful synthesizers at once opens layering possibilities. The Split-mode gives you two 2 slots on each side of the split. A flexible Hold functionality lets you latch and hold slots independently in the background while playing something else on top
The Lead A1 features four independent audio outputs with the ability to route each slot to a different output. Plus control of Pan via the front panel knob is a welcome addition in the Lead A1
The Lead A1 includes the Nord Sound Manager software for OS X and Windows. Sound Manager is a dedicated librarian app which allows easy reorganizing, back-up and transfer of programs
The Lead A1 features the convenience of MIDI over USB for use with a sequencer and all of the Lead A1's knobs transmit MIDI Control data
Like all Nord keyboards the Lead A1 is handmade in Nord's Stockholm factory. The Fatar 49-key keybed, all-metal chassis, and tactile knobs are designed for years of use
Related Questions and Answers
Q: 1. When will the product start shipping?
A: We are expecting this item to ship beginning mid-January 2016.
Q: 2. Can I connect this synthesizer in a place where the mains voltage is 220 V at a frequency of 50 Hz?
A: The Korg KingKORG NEO Virtual Analog Synthesizer (BH # KOKINGKORNE) includes a 120 VAC/60 Hz AC power adapter that features a twin-bladed, North America-style AC outlet plug.
Q: 3. When are you receiving this item in store?
A: We are expecting the Roland JD-Xi to start shipping in May 2015 and hope to receive units at that time. This is the latest information we have available currently. We do our best to keep our site updated with the most current reliable information available. Please check back for updates.
Q: 4. How is the MIDI interface? are all the nobs working and effecting the different sounds?
A: It is not a MIDI interface. The nobs do work and in fact effect the sound.
Q: 5. Can i use in Asia 220V?
A: I don't remember getting a 220v adapter plug with my Minilogue. I just remember getting the AC 9V adapter. Hope this helped.
Q: 6. So i das Mann Video and one man from arturia mentioned that IT can ne USB powered ist ist true or false ?
A: Thank you for your question. the Microfreak is able to use BUS power.
Q: 7. Does it come with the legs pictured?
A: The wooden legs pictured in the product images of the Arturia PolyBrute Analog Morphing Matrix Synthesizer are not included with purchase of the synthesizer. These legs are a separately available item (BH #AR230641WL) found here: https://bhpho.to/3nHpQKL
Q: 8. Can this be used with ipad?
A: No iOS support. OS Compatibility: macOS 10 Windows
Q: 9. Are the keys velocity sensitive?
A: No, the Carry-on Folding Piano (49 Keys, White) does not have velocity sensitive keys.
Q: 10. Can I load my own soundfonts into this ?
A: You can not load your own sound samples into this item. You can use this device as a MIDI controller if you want to control sounds from a DAW or external module. As well, you can edit the internal sounds via Roland's Ax-Edge Editor app.
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