The Lead For Speed; Models - Keyboard And Tabletop - Clavia Nord Lead A1 User Manual

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Introduction

The Lead For Speed

Producing 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 ulti-
mately delivers sensational sonic results.
Our best-ever analog modeling ...
At the heart of the Lead A1 is our new analog modeling engine. Taking
our virtual analog synthesis to a new level, this modeling recreates a
total analog signal path with uncanny realism, and is capable of im-
mense sonic variety. With a 26-voice polyphony and four simultaneous
synthesizer parts, the Lead A1 is a true synthesizer powerhouse that
goes far beyond the current trend for limited capability analog reissues.
... combined with our most intuitive interface
Fundamental to the design of the Lead A1 is a brand new simple yet
sophisticated front panel interface. The Lead A1 allows easy patch
creation and experimentation thanks to a new and unique oscillator
section, pre-programmed modulation matrix, and simplified ADR/ASR
envelopes.
Like-button
The Like function is a unique feature that is invalu-
able during the patch creation process. "Like" up
to 50 versions of a patch as you design it, scroll
between them to choose your favorite to save to
actual memory, or go back to an earlier version to
edit in a different way.
Sound Manager
The Lead A1 is compatible with the Nord Sound Manager application
for OS X and Windows. Sound Manager is a dedicated librarian that
allows for easy reorganizing, back-up and transfer of programs.
Hardware
Like all Nord keyboards the Lead A1 is handmade in Nord's Stockholm
factory with incredible attention to detail and quality control. The Fatar®
49-key keybed (keyboard version only), all-metal chassis, tactile knobs,
and unfaltering emphasis on quality complete a synthesizer designed
to last a lifetime.

2 models - keyboard and tabletop

The Nord Lead A1 comes either as a 49-key velocity sensitive key-
board with a modulation wheel and wooden pitch stick, or as a table-
top unit - the Nord Lead A1R. It has 4 line level outputs, 1 headphone
output, MIDI IN & OUT, a USB port with MIDI capabilities and inputs for
a sustain pedal and a control pedal.
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