{"product_id":"nord-lead-a1-analog-modeling-synthesizer-mint-open-box-used","title":"Nord Lead A1 Analog Modeling Synthesizer - Mint, Open Box - Used","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe Lead for Speed - The Nord Lead A1 Analog Modeling Synthesizer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic 12 and 24 dB Low Pass, a High Pass and a Band Pass filter, together with stunning emulations of the diode and ladder filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLFO with a choice of waveforms and a three-stage ADR\/ASR Modulation Envelope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo stunning brand new analog models of an Ensemble and Chorus, modeled on specific vintage synths and adding classic warmth and analog feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Morph function via Mod Wheel, Velocity or pedal, allows you to control multiple parameters of the Lead A1 simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eArpeggiator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\n\u003ch4\u003eMaster Clock\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\n\u003ch4\u003eSplits and Layers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\n\u003ch4\u003eMulti-Focus Mode\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\n\u003ch4\u003eFour Outputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\n\u003ch4\u003eSound Manager\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMIDI Controller\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoices: 26, 4 part multitimbral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffects Section: 3 part effects section (FX, delay and reverb) for each part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeys: 49-key velocity sensitive keyboard (keyboard version only) with octave shift buttons, +\/-2 octaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModulation Wheel: Yes (keyboard version only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgrammable Pitch: Up to +\/- 4 octaves\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSustain Input: 1 pedal input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpression Input: 1 pedal input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplays: 3 LED displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnobs: 23 knobs, 3 encoders, and 20+ buttons for program and performance editing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrograms (single sounds): 8 x 50 (400) locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerformances (multi sounds): 4 x 50 (200) locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 outputs. Each slot can be assigned to its own output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphones output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh resolution low noise 24 bit DACs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConnectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 Line Level Audio Outputs - 1\/4-inch, 6,35 mm jacks, unbalanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereo Headphone Output - 1\/4-inch, 6,35 mm stereo jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSustain Pedal - 1\/4-inch, 6,35 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl Pedal - 1\/4-inch, 6,35 mm TRS stereo jack. 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