{"product_id":"lead-a1-15700002","title":"Nord LEAD A1","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u0026lt;h1 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Nord Lead A1 \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;is an \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;analog physical modeling\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; synthesizer, with a powerful and distinctive sound, consisting of \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;4 independent modules\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; also in effects, configurable in \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Split\/Layer\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;. Each oscillator can generate \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Analog and Digital waveforms\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, while thanks to the \"\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Analog Style\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\" control panel, it is possible to quickly and intuitively modify or create highly effective sounds.\u0026lt;\/h1\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;iframe allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/M_rXX2kickc?si=YIzMwXMZG7nZxfbC\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/iframe\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key Features of Nord Lead A1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;It consists of \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;4 independent modules\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; also in the effects section, configurable in Split\/Layer. Capable of generating Analog and Digital waveforms - 8 oscillator configurations: Pitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, AM, Noise, Sub Mix, FM; LFO with 5 waveforms, Mod. Envelope; Multi-mode filter 12\/24 dB Low-Pass, High\/Band-Pass; simulation of Mini and TB-303 filters; FX Modulation: Ensemble, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Mod., Drive - Delay (Tap\/MIDI Sync) - Reverb; Arpeggiator, Velocity and Mod. Wheel Morph, USB MIDI, 4 independent audio outputs; 49-key velocity sensitive keyboard, controls: Stone Wheel\/Pitch Stick\/pedals.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"Nord Lead A1 is an analog physical modeling synthesizer, with a powerful and distinctive sound, consisting of 4 independent modules also in effects\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/Nord-A1_02.jpg\" title=\"Nord Lead A1 is an analog physical modeling synthesizer, with a powerful and distinctive sound, consisting of 4 independent modules also in effects\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;THE MOST ADVANCED NORD PHYSICAL MODELING TECHNOLOGY\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;NORD Lead A1 \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;implements a new physical modeling generation system that entirely recreates the entire path of an analog signal with great realism and consequent tonal versatility.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;THE OPERATIONAL SIMPLICITY OF NORD \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lead A1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;Fundamental to \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lead A1 \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;is the intuitive control panel interface; its structure is the result of suggestions and advice from professional musicians and the most experienced Sound Designers, who need to create high-quality sounds quickly, both in the studio and live. The structure of the oscillators, modulation matrix, and envelopes allows for sound creation and experimentation much faster than any other synthesizer.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;OSCILLATOR SECTION\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;The oscillator section of Lead A1 generates \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;47 different waveforms\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;: from those typical of analog subtractive synthesis to digital ones with harmonic and inharmonic content. \u0026lt;br \/\u0026gt;The \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Oscillator Configuration Shortcuts\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; allow you to immediately select your preferred configuration: \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Pitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, Sub Mix, FM, AM, or Noise\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;; while the \u0026lt;em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Osc. Ctrl \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/em\u0026gt;knob appropriately adjusts its parameters. This method eliminates the complexity of these processes, leaving ample room for creativity and experimentation, useful for both less experienced and more advanced users.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"The oscillator section of Lead A1 generates 47 different waveforms: from those typical of analog subtractive synthesis to digital ones with harmonic and inharmonic content.\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/NORD_Lead_A1_1200x630_04.jpg\" title=\"The oscillator section of Lead A1 generates 47 different waveforms: from those typical of analog subtractive synthesis to digital ones with harmonic and inharmonic content.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;OSCILLATOR CONFIGURATION:\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul style=\"margin-left:17px\"\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;PITCH A\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Adjusts the frequency (Pitch) of the original oscillator.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;DETUNE\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Adds a second oscillator, with control over its frequency (Pitch).\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SUB MIX\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Adds a second oscillator, with a selection of waveforms and frequencies.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SHAPE\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Waveform shaping: Panel Analog, Extended Analog, and Fixed Pulse, uses a traditional Waveshaping system. Other waveforms are modified via a Spectral Shaping process.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SYNC\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Simulates Hard Sync by adding an oscillator that acts as a reference for the Sync itself.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;FM\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Oscillator 1 is high-frequency modulated by a sine wave generated by oscillator 2. Several Pitch Offsets are available for oscillator 2: from -12 to +48 semitones.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;AM\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Uses a second oscillator to generate amplitude modulation.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;NOISE\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Adds Noise to the original oscillator, Osc Control adjusts the mix.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;FILTER SECTION\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"The Filter section of Lead A1 features the classic 12 and 24 db Low Pass, a High Pass and a Band Pass, as well as simulating the filters of the legendary Mini and TB-303 synthesizers.\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/NORD_Lead_A1_1200x630_03.jpg\" title=\"The Filter section of Lead A1 features the classic 12 and 24 db Low Pass, a High Pass and a Band Pass, as well as simulating the filters of the legendary Mini and TB-303 synthesizers.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;The Filter section of Lead A1 features the classic \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;12 and 24 dB Low Pass\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, a \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;High Pass\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; and a \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Band Pass\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, as well as simulating the filters of the legendary \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Mini \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;and \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;TB-303\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; synthesizers. The filters have a smooth response with a typically analog warmth; the modeling successfully captured the character and performance of the originals.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;NORD LEAD A1 EFFECTS\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"The effects section of Lead A1 features two new Ensemble and Chorus effects with a particularly warm character, accurately modeled on those of some renowned vintage Synths\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/NORD_Lead_A1_1200x630_05.jpg\" title=\"The effects section of Lead A1 features two new Ensemble and Chorus effects with a particularly warm character, accurately modeled on those of some renowned vintage Synths\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;The effects section of \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lead A1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; features two new \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Ensemble \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;and \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Chorus \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;effects with a particularly warm character, accurately modeled on those of some renowned vintage synths. Alongside these, you can choose between: Ring Modulation, Phaser, Flanger, or Drive, plus a Delay with Tap Tempo and Reverb; independently for each \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Slot\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;LFO \u0026amp;amp; MODULATION\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lead A1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; has an LFO with various waveforms and a three-stage envelope (Modulation Envelope): ADR\/ASR, with Velocity adjustment and Invert function; the LFO speed can be synchronized to the Master or MIDI Clock.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SPECIAL FUNCTIONS\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"NORD Lead A1 has the new \"Like\" function, to be used while creating sounds. \" src=\"\/img\/media\/images\/html\/Tasto_Like_45ca.jpg\" title=\"NORD Lead A1 has the new \"Like\" function, to be used while creating sounds. \" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"\" src=\"\/img\/media\/images\/html\/LIKE-Logo_a392.jpg\" style=\"height:22px; width:24px\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\"LIKE\" BUTTON\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;NORD Lead A1 features the new \u0026amp;nbsp;\"\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Like\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\" function, to be used while creating sounds. Often when programming, it is not immediately clear whether the result achieved is the desired one or not. Now on Lead A1, you can save what has been created to a temporary location with \"\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Like\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\" and continue editing. You can save up to 50 rapidly selectable variations with \"\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Like\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\", recall a specific version, compare them, and modify them further. Once satisfied with the result, you can save it to a memory location.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\"MUTATOR\" FUNCTION\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;The \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Mutator \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;function automatically adds tonal variations to a sound by selecting the elements to act upon and setting the desired percentage of variation. \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Randomize\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, on the other hand, creates a completely new sound by randomly changing all of its parameters.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;FAT UNISON MODE\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p style=\"text-align:justify\"\u0026gt;The newly designed \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Unison Mode\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; allows Lead A1 to generate \"Fat\" vintage sounds with great impact.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;ARPEGGIATOR\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lead A1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; has \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;4 independent arpeggiators\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; with Up\/Down and Random modes, a 4-octave range, and the ability to synchronize to the Master Clock.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;MASTER CLOCK\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Master Clock\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; allows the LFO, arpeggiator, and Delay to be synchronized to the internal Clock, or an external MIDI Clock. The \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Tap Tempo\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; button sets the tempo speed, to follow a drummer or audio tracks.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SPLITS AND LAYERS\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;Having four identical and equally powerful synthesizers available at the same time opens up incredible possibilities for tonal and rhythmic layering. \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Split\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; mode offers two Slots on each side of the split. The \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Hold\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;function sustains played notes and chords even after releasing the keys.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;MULTI FOCUS MODE\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u0026gt;The \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Multi Focus\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; mode allows editing and control of all four \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Slots \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;simultaneously; and can be saved as a Performance parameter for refined real-time control of all parts generated by the synthesizer.\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;MOD WHEEL AND VELOCITY MORPH\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Morph\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;function allows simultaneous control of multiple parameters via \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Modulation Wheel, Velocity, or Pedal\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; and is easy to set up and use; simply turn the desired knob while holding down the \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Morph\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; button.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;INDIVIDUAL AUDIO OUTPUTS\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;NORD Lead A1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; has \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;4 independent audio outputs\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, with the possibility of routing each Slot to a different output, and it is also possible to control the \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Pan \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;via a knob on the front panel.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;SOUND MANAGER\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lead A1\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; has a dedicated version of the \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;NORD Sound Manager,\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; (OS X and Windows), a dedicated application for organizing, backing up, and transferring Programs created on the instrument to a computer.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;MIDI CONTROL\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Lead A1 \u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;can be used via MIDI or USB, with an external Sequencer or with the Sound Manager; all its knobs transmit the relevant MIDI Control Data.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;img alt=\"Lead A1 has a dedicated version of the NORD Sound Manager, (OS X and Windows), a dedicated application for organizing, backing up, and transferring Programs created on the instrument to a computer.\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/NORD_Lead_A1_1200x630_06.jpg\" title=\"Lead A1 has a dedicated version of the NORD Sound Manager, (OS X and Windows), a dedicated application for organizing, backing up, and transferring Programs created on the instrument to a computer.\" \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;hr \/\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Nord Lead A1 Technical Specifications\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;General Features\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;26 voices of polyphony, 4-part multi-timbral.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Effects section; 3 effects: FX, Delay and Reverb, for each part.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;49-key velocity sensitive keyboard with Octave Shift button +\/-2 octaves.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Keyboard Split with 2 slots for upper and lower sections.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Modulation Wheel\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Pitch Stick without \"Dead Zone\" at Zero Crossing\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Programmable Pitch Bend Range, up to +\/- 4 octaves.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Separate Pitch Bend Up\/Down Range: -12 or -24 semitones, + 2 semitones.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;One pedal input for Sustain.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;One input for Expression Pedal.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;USER INTERFACE\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;3 LED displays, 23 knobs, 3 encoders and 20+ buttons for Program and Performance editing.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;OSCILLATOR SECTION\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Oscillator modeling with multiple waveforms: traditional analog, extended analog, pulse waveforms, real-time algorithmic waveforms with additive synthesis, FM, and formants.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;OSC configuration knob: 11 categories (Pitch, Shape, Osc Sync, Noise Mix, Osc 2 Detune, Sine Mix, Tri Mix, Saw Mix, Square Mix, Freq Modulation, Amp Modulation)\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;FILTER SECTION\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Multi-mode filter with 12 dB (2-pole) low pass, 24 dB (4-pole) low pass and band pass, plus Ladder M and Ladder TB.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Cut off, resonance, envelope amount, velocity-controlled envelope amount.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;ADR\/ASR envelope.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Filter Keyboard Tracking can be set to: off, 1\/3, 2\/3, or full.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Adjustable Filter Distortion (filter saturation).\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;MODULATION SECTION\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;The LFO generates triangular, square, sawtooth, inverted sawtooth, or Sample \u0026amp;amp; Hold waveforms. The LFO can be routed to Filter Frequency and Osc mod. The LFO frequency can be synchronized with the Master Clock.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;The LFO can be switched to polyphonic Env mode, with four different characteristics, and Sample \u0026amp;amp; Hold are manually activated by the keyboard (polyphonic S\/H).\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Arpeggiator: Range: 1 - 4 octaves. Modes: up, down, up\/down, and random.The arpeggio rate can be synchronized to the Master Clock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eADR\/ASR envelope, velocity control on\/off, inverse envelope on\/off.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAMPLIFIER SECTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eADR\/ASR envelope, velocity control on\/off, gain control. \u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eIndividual Pan control for each Program\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFORMANCE SECTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eVoice Mode: Poly, Legato with portamento, Mono, True Unison 1, 2 and 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eFour Program slots with layering and multi-timbrality.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEFFECTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eFX section with: Flanger, Phaser, Ring Modulation, Chorus, Ensemble and Drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eDelay section with: Tap tempo, 4 Feedback levels, stereo ping-pong, dry\/wet mix. The Delay rate can be synchronized to the Master Clock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eSection with 5 algorithms: Room, Stage 1, Stage 2, Hall 1, Hall 2.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEMORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003ePrograms (single sounds): 8 x 50 (400) locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003ePerformances (multiple sounds): 4 x 50 (200) locations\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Outputs - AUDIO OUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003e4 independent outputs. each Slot can be routed to a different output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eHeadphone Output\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eHigh resolution 24bit DAC, low noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMIDI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eAll knobs and switches send and receive Control Change messages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003e System exclusive data dump: a single Program or all Programs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eThe Master Clock can be synchronized to the MIDI clock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eSoft Thru\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003e4 Audio Line outputs - ¼\", 6.35 mm unbalanced jacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eStereo Headphone Output - ¼\", 6.35 mm stereo jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eSustain Pedal - ¼\", 6.35 mm jack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eControl Pedal - ¼\", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack connector. Use Korg EXP2, Korg XVP10, Quiklok VP26U.\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eUSB\/MIDI connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eMIDI In \u0026 Out – 5-pin DIN connector\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Overview of the Lead A1 rear panel with all connections\" src=\"\/images\/uploads\/\/nla1-connections.jpg\" title=\"Overview of the Lead A1 rear panel with all connections\" \/\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded ACCESSORIES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eUser manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003ePower cable (IEC C14 connector)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eNord Lead A1: 802 x 92 x 260 mm (31.5 x 3.6 x 10.2\")\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n     \u003cli\u003eNord Lead A1: 4.85 kg (10.7 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NORD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58003292422489,"sku":"15700002","price":1899.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/3633\/6985\/files\/38-nord-lead-a1-15700002_0.jpg?v=1778117372","url":"https:\/\/yourmusiconline.it\/en\/products\/lead-a1-15700002","provider":"yourmusiconline.it","version":"1.0","type":"link"}