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Nord Wave 2 61-Key Wavetable & FM Synthesizer
MSRP: $459900
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Description
Description
Uncover a World of Unique Sonic Possibilities with the Nord Wave 2
The Nord Wave 2 is a powerful 4-part performance synthesizer combining Virtual Analog synthesis, Samples, FM and Wavetable with an intuitive layer-focused interface.
With 48 voice polyphony, innovative performance features and hands-on controls, the Nord Wave 2 offers outstanding sonic possibilities with advanced layering and tweaking on the fly.
SPECIFICATIONS
General
- 4 Layer Synthesizer with LED faders
- Virtual Analog synthesis, Wavetable, FM and sample playback
- 48 voices
- 1 GB memory for Nord Sample Library 3.0
- Effects, EQ, Delay and Reverb for each layer
- Advanced Arpeggiator and Gate features
- 61-key semi-weighted keyboard with octave shift buttons, +/-2 octaves
- Keyboard Split with 3 split points
- Advanced Morph functionality
- Impulse Morph for instant morphing overrides
- Group functionality for multi-layer editing
Oscillator
- Dedicated OLED Display for oscillator settings
- Analog: Basic, Shape, Shape Sine, Multi, Sync, Bell, Noise
- Wavetable: Wavetables, Formants
- FM: Dual, Triple, Vocal and Multi with Harmonic and Inharmonic options
- Samples: Nord Sample Library 3.0
- Oscillator Control: Shape, Detune or Sync amount for Analog waveforms, Shape for Wavetables, Modulation amount for FM
- Dual Osc: Unison control with 3 amount options
- Semitone (-24 - +24) and Fine Tune pitch controls
Modulation
- LFO generates a triangle, square, sawtooth, inverted sawtooth or sample and hold waveforms. LFO can be routed to Filter Frequency, Osc Pitch or Osc Mod. The LFO rate can be synchronized to the Master Clock
- AD/AR envelope
Arpeggiator/Gate
- Arpeggiator: Range: 1 - 4 octave. Modes: up, down, up/down, random. Zig-Zag option. The Arpeggio rate can be synchronized to the Master Clock
- Poly: Polyphonic Arpeggiator for retriggering of full chords at zero range, and polyphonic arpeggio of chord inversions at larger ranges
- Gate: Rhythmic level gate with adjustable hardness envelope
- Pattern Mode: Pattern mode for Arpeggiator, Trig or Gate with 30+ editable presets or custom pattern
- Pattern Editor - Dedicated editor for creating custom rhythmic patterns that can be used with Arpeggiator, Trig or Gate
Filter
- Multi-mode filter with 12 dB (2-pole) low pass, 24 dB (4-pole) lowpass and band pass, high pass, Ladder M, low pass+high pass characteristics
- Cut off, Resonance, envelope amount, envelope amount controlled by velocity
- ADSR envelope
- Filter keyboard tracking can be set to off, 1/3, 2/3 or full
- Adjustable Filter Distortion
Amplifier
- ADSR envelope
- Transient Attack-mode for snappier attack
- Amp Velocity Amount (3 levels)
Layer Control
- LED fader for each layer for instant level control and overview
- Group multiple layers for quick multi-layer editing of Amp Env, Filter, Effects, Arpeggiator etc.
- Layer Lock: Locks the currently active layer configuration
- Split functionality: 3 split points with 8 location options and Split Crossfade
- Individual Pan-control per layer
- Solo mode for quickly muting all except the focused layer
Performance
- Voice modes: Poly, Legato and Mono with Glide
- Impulse Morph: Instantly change one or several parameters at the press of a button
- Classic Nord Morph functionality for flexible control of multiple parameters (Wheel, Aftertouch, Velocity and Control Pedal)
- Modulation Wheel
- Pitch Stick with programmable range
- Fast assign of wheel modulation destination
- Aftertouch
- Vibrato with 3 Delay modes and Wheel/Aftertouch assign
- Keyboard Hold which can be disabled on each Layer individually
Program
- Program Gain control
- Large OLED Display
- Program Transpose functionality
- 5 Program Buttons
- Live Mode
- Copy/Paste functionality
- Master Clock control of Arpeggiator, LFO, Effects and Delay + plus External Clock Sync
Effects
- FX section with Tremolo, Pan, Ring Modulation, Chorus, Ensemble and Vibe
- EQ with Bass/Treble control or Parametric 1 Band control
- Drive effect for tube-distortion
- Delay section with rate/time, tap tempo, analog mode, stereo ping-pong, dry/wet mix. The Delay speed can be synchronized to the Master Clock. Feedback loop effects: Chorus, Vibe and Ensemble, Feedback filters: HP, LP and BP.
- Reverb section with five algorithms (Booth, Room, Stage, Hall, Cathedral) + Dark, Bright and Chorale (modulated Reverb)
Memory
- Programs (single sounds): 16 x 25 (400) locations
Audio Out
- 2 outputs
- Headphones output
- High resolution low noise 24 bit DACs
MIDI
- All control knobs and switches send and receive control change messages
- Master Clock will sync to incoming MIDI clock
- Soft Thru
Connection
- 2 Line Level Audio Outputs - 1/4", 6.35 mm jacks, unbalanced
- Stereo Headphone Output - 1/4", 6.35 mm stereo jack
- Sustain Pedal - 1/4", 6.35 mm jack
- Control Pedal - 1/4", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use a Yamaha FC-7, Roland EV-7, Roland EV-5, Korg EXP2 or Korg XVP10
- USB connector with MIDI capabilities
- MIDI In and Out - 5 pin DIN connectors
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions: 990 x 100 x 295 mm (38.9" x 3.9" x 11.6")
- Weight: 8.75 kg (19.29lbs)
Included Accessories
- User Manual
- Power Cord with IEC C14 connector
Manufacturer: Nord Keyboards
Model: NWAVE2
SKU: I624473-N-2-WHXC
UPC: 834035001523
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