{"product_id":"nord-leada1","title":"Nord Lead A1 49-key Analog Modelling Synthesizer","description":"\u003cp\u003eProducing stand-out sounds for live or for the studio, the Lead A1 is ideal for all musical genres. Thanks to its carefully thought-out user interface, the Lead A1 encourages experimentation, allows for far speedier programming than would otherwise be possible, and ultimately delivers sensational sonic results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE LEAD FOR SPEED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProducing stand-out sounds for live or for the studio, the Lead A1 is ideal for all musical genres. Thanks to its carefully thought-out user interface, the Lead A1 encourages experimentation, allows for far speedier programming than would otherwise be possible, and ultimately delivers sensational sonic results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAIN FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOscillators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique Oscillator concept\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 Oscillator Configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, AM, Noise, Sub Mix, FM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Analog and Digital Waveforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLFO with 5 waveforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMod Envelope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLFO as additional ModEnv\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12, 24 dB low-pass filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-pass and Band-pass filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransistor and diode ladder filter simulations of Mini and TB-303\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsemble, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulator, Drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-part multi-timbral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster Clock Sync of Arpeggiator, LFO and Delay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVelocity and Mod Wheel Morph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB MIDI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMutator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike Button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Fat Unison mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e…COMBINED WITH OUR MOST INTUITIVE INTERFACE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFundamental to the design of the Lead A1 is a brand new simple yet sophisticated front panel interface. The design is in fact the result of requests from professional players – even the most experienced programmers - who need to create the perfect sound as quickly as possible for today's live or studio time demands. The Lead A1 allows easy patch creation and experimentation thanks to a new and unique oscillator section, pre-programmed modulation matrix, and simplified ADR envelopes. Dive in and create incredible patches far quicker than would normally be possible with a synthesizer of such power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOSCILLATOR SECTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lead A1's new Oscillator section generates 47 different waveforms from classic analog to digital harmonic and inharmonic waves, whilst unique Oscillator Configuration Shortcuts make programming more immediate than ever. Start with a single Oscillator waveform select an Oscillator Configuration Shortcut - Pitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, Sub Mix, FM, AM or Noise - and use the Adjust knob to adjust the settings of the configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe end result is high speed programming without the need for the usual complexity of routing and patching, and with the opportunity for ready experimentation. A fast track to stunning sound design for both advanced and less experienced programmers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOscillator Configurations\u003cbr\u003ePitch\u003cbr\u003e- adjusts the pitch of the original oscillator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeTune\u003cbr\u003e- adds a second oscillator, with control over its pitch..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSub Mix\u003cbr\u003e- adds a second oscillator, with a choice of waveform shapes and pitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShape\u003cbr\u003eThe shaping of the Analog, Extended Analog and Fixed Pulse waveforms uses a traditional waveshaping method, the other waveforms are changed with a spectral shaping process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSync\u003cbr\u003e- emulates Hard sync by adding an additional oscillator that is the sync reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFM\u003cbr\u003eOscillator 1 will be modulated by a sine wave from oscillator 2 at high frequencies. There are several different pitch offsets for oscillator 2 (-12 to +48 semitones).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAM\u003cbr\u003e- uses a second oscillator to create Amplitude Modulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoise\u003cbr\u003eadds a Noise element to the original oscillator, Osc Control sets the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFILTER SECTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lead A1's filter section features classic 12 and 24 dB Low Pass, a High Pass and a Band Pass filter, together with stunning emulations of the diode and ladder filters from the legendary Mini and the TB-303 synthesizers as used in the Lead 4. The Lead A1's modeling of these filters capture the true character and response of the originals, allowing supremely flexible and precise sound design. The filters are super-smooth with a warm analog character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLFO \u0026amp; MODULATION SECTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lead A1 features an LFO with a choice of waveforms and a three-stage ADR\/ASR Modulation Envelope. The LFO rate can be sync'd to the Lead A1's master clock. The Mod Envelope has its own velocity setting and also includes an Invert function. Thanks to the intuitive design of the front panel it is very easy to see what modulations have been applied and to design incredible sounding patches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEFFECT SECTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lead A1's effects section features two stunning brand new analog models of an Ensemble and Chorus, modeled on specific vintage synths and adding classic warmth and analog feel. Alongside these, choose from great-sounding Ring Modulation, Phaser, Flanger, or Drive per slot, and in addition a separate Delay and Reverb for each slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOD WHEEL AND VELOCITY MORPH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic Nord feature, the Morph function via Mod Wheel, Velocity or pedal, allows you to control multiple parameters of the Lead A1 simultaneously. Morph is exceptionally easy to set-up and use - just hold the Morph button and adjust any desired knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIAL FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike button\u003cbr\u003eUnique to the Nord Lead A1 is the new 'Like' function, a simple and brilliant practical feature to use during patch creation. When programming a patch it's often not clear if it's yet perfect. Now with the Lead A1 you can simply 'Like' what you've done into a temporary location and continue editing. You can Like up to 50 variations, with the ability to scroll between them to compare your favourites or go back to a specific Liked version to edit in a different way. When you're ready, save your favourite patch or patches to the Lead A1's memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMutator Function\u003cbr\u003eA popular feature of the Lead 4, the Mutator function allows variations of a patch to be created by adjusting one, some, or all elements of a patch by set percentages. There's also a wild Randomize mode to create an entirely new patch with all parameters randomized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtra Fat Unison mode\u003cbr\u003eA newly designed \"Fat-As-Fat-Can-Be\" Unison Mode let's the Lead A1 challenge any vintage analog instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARPEGGIATOR\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMASTER CLOCK\u003cbr\u003eThe 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 easily tap to the tempo of a drummer or to playback tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPLITS AND LAYERS\u003cbr\u003eHaving four identical, equally powerful synthesizers at once opens breathtaking 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMULTI FOCUS MODE\u003cbr\u003eNew in the Lead A1 is the Multi-Focus Mode that allows editing and control of all four slots simultaneously. Save this mode as part of a Performance and you have live realtime control over all four slots of the Lead A1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFOUR OUTPUTS\u003cbr\u003eThe 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 new addition in the Lead A1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSOUND MANAGER\u003cbr\u003eThe Lead A1 is compatible with 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 Nord Sound Manager is available for download here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMIDI CONTROL\u003cbr\u003eThe Lead A1 features the convenience of MIDI over USB for use with a sequencer or with the included Sound Manager software. All of the Lead A1's knobs transmit MIDI Control data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHE HARDWARE\u003cbr\u003eNord Lead A1Like all Nord instruments, the Lead A1 is handmade in Nord's Stockholm factory with incredible attention to detail and quality control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe keyboard is a Fatar® 49-key keybed with a super-fast response. 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