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Nord PiaNo 3 User MaNUal os v1.X
saMPle sYNTH
The sample synth is a powerful complement to the Nord Piano 3 Piano section, enabling the use of sample based sounds such as strings, brass,
analog synth sounds, etc. The sample synth can be used on its own or together with the Piano, either as a layer or by splitting the keyboard. The
SAMPLE SELECT dial is used for browsing and selecting sample synth sounds. The ON button turns the section on or off and the LEVEL knob adjusts
the volume of the sample synth section.
While scrolling samples, the bottom part of the display will show the name of the currently selected sample. additional samples can be downloaded
from www.nordkeyboards.com and custom samples can be created using the Nord sample editor, also available from www.nordkeyboards.com.
INFO can be used to see additional information about a sample, such as its size and version number. The sample memory can hold up to 256 MB
worth of samples.
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See the Nord Sound Manager section, beginning on page 16, for details on how to download and transfer samples.
dYNaMiCs
With the DYNAMICS function it is possible to select four different modes of dynamic re-
sponse. When deactivated – that is when no leds are lit – the dynamic range will be
limited, meaning that samples will always play back at close to full velocity. With the AMP
setting active, the dynamic range is much greater, giving access to both soft and loud levels
when playing.
The FILTER setting adds a velocity sensitive low pass filter that gives softly played notes a
dampened quality and notes played with greater force a brighter sound. The AMP and FIL-
TER settings can also be combined, giving both a wide dynamic range and the dampening
effect of the filter.
Pedals
The PEDALS button controls which of the SUSTAIN and/or VOLUME pedals affects the cur-
rent sample synth sound. Press the PEDALS control repeatedly to reach the desired setting,
which could be either pedal active on its own, both pedals active or both inactive.
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Refer to the Pedal section on page 15 for more info about supported pedals.
oCTave UP, oCTave doWN
Use the OCTAVE UP and OCTAVE DOWN buttons respectively to transpose the sample synth
section in octave steps. The available transposition values are dependant on whether KB
split mode is active or not, being defined to always provide access to the entire playable
range of the loaded sound.
aTTaCK, deCaY/release aNd sUsTaiN
The two envelope controls are highly useful for shaping the contour of the sample synth
sound.
ATTACK
The ATTACK knob is used to set the time it takes for the sample to reach its full level. at the
minimum position the sample will instantly be played back at full volume. Turn the knob
clockwise to increase the time it takes for the sound to reach the maximum level.
DECAY/RELEASE AND SUSTAIN
The DECAY/RELEASE and SUSTAIN control has three distinct operating modes:
1
With settings below 12 o'clock the the control is in Decay mode, meaning that the
sound will begin to fade before the key has been released.
2
at 12 o'clock the sample is in Sustain mode - meaning that most samples will sound
for as long as the key is being pressed. as soon as the key is released the sound will
stop.
3
With settings past 12 o'clock the control is in Release mode, which retains the sustain
behaviour, but also gives the sample an adjustable tail of sound after the key has been
released.
As with all panel controls, a parameter hint showing you which mode the control is in,
and its value will be displayed as the knob is being turned.
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