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4 | Nord PiaNo 3 User MaNUal os v1.X
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Program section
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Piano section
sample synth section
THe FroNT PaNel
The Nord Piano 3 is designed to be a complete and easy-to-use tool for any piano player, with readily accessi-
ble front panel controls for virtually all performance functions. Below is a brief overview of the features contained
within each panel section. Complete descriptions of these features can be found later on in the manual.
The front panel of the Nord Piano 3 is made up of four sections. To the far left is the PROGRAM section
this section to browse stored Programs, store new or edited Programs, adjust the master volume level, access
menus and set up keyboard splits and transpositions. This section is also home to the large display, which will
assist in all interaction with the panel controls. a detailed description of this section begins on page 6.
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Next is the PIANO section
which has controls for turning on or off the Piano sound engine, browsing and se-
lecting Piano sounds, adjusting the keyboard response as well as other parameters affecting the Piano sound.
This section is described in detail beginning on page 8.
To the right is the SAMPLE SYNTH section
and selecting samples and for making adjustments to the selected sample. read more about the sample synth
on page 9.
To the right of the sample synth is the EFFECTS section, comprised of six different effect units
a control for turning it on or off and for selecting whether the chosen effect is applied to the Piano or the sam-
ple synth. The rightmost unit, the reverb, is always applied to both sound engines. To read more about the
effects provided by each unit, refer to the effects chapter beginning on page 11.
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At the back of the instrument you will find all necessary jacks for setting up appropriate audio, power, data
and pedal connections to your instrument. If unsure, refer to the Appendix on page 19 for instructions
on how to perform these connections in a correct and safe way.
THe Nord User iNTerFaCe
at Clavia we realize the importance of a user interface that allows for rapid sound adjustments and straight-
forward interaction whether you happen to be in the on-stage spotlight, in the recording studio or at home in
your living room. With this in mind the instrument's controls are designed to give you immediate access to all
sound-altering parameters and give you as much information as possible about the sound you are playing and
hearing.
The following types of controls can be found on the front panel:
sHiFT BUTToN
Many controls provide a secondary function, printed below the button, knob or dial. These functions are ac-
cessed by pressing SHIFT while pressing or turning the associated control. The shift button can also be used
to EXIT menus and lists as well as to abort a program store operation.
seleCTor BUTToNs
selector buttons are used to choose a setting within an array of multiple options. a set of round or triangular
leds will indicate which option is currently selected. Press the button repeatedly to cycle through all available
settings.
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effects section
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with controls for turning the sample synth on or off, browsing
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