Nord Lead A1 Analogue Modelling Synthesizer
49 Key Velocity Sensitive
SKU: LEADA1
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The Nord Lead A1 is a 49-key velocity sensitive analogue modelling synthesizer that features a streamlined user interface for fast-track programming.
Cutting Edge Simple yet Powerful Synth!
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 ultimately delivers sensational sonic results.
Our best-ever analogue modelling
The Lead A1 "heart" is Nord's new analogue modeling engine. Taking virtual analogue synthesis to the next level, this modeling recreates a total analogue signal path with uncanny realism. Boasting 26-voice polyphony and four simultaneous synthesizer parts, the Lead A1 is a true synth powerhouse that goes way beyond the current trend for limited capability analogue reissues.
The Lead A1 has a brand new simple yet sophisticated front panel interface. Nord have come up with a solution to several requests from pro players – even the most experienced programmers - who need to create the perfect sound as quickly as possible for today's live or studio time demands...the result is the ability to create incredible patches far quicker than would normally be possible with a synthesizer of such power.
Main features
Oscillators
- Unique Oscillator concept
- 8 Oscillator Configurations
- Pitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, AM, Noise, Sub Mix, FM
- Traditional Analog and Digital Waveforms
- Unison
Modulation
- LFO with 5 waveforms
- Mod Envelope
- LFO as additional ModEnv
Filter
- 12, 24 dB low-pass filters
- High-pass and Band-pass filters
- Transistor and diode ladder filter simulations
- of Mini and TB-303
Effects
- Ensemble, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulator, Drive
Performance
- 4-part multi-timbral
- Master Clock Sync of Arpeggiator, LFO and Delay
- Velocity and Mod Wheel Morph
- USB MIDI
Special features
- Mutator
- Like Button
- Extra Fat Unison mode
Useful Comparison Chart for the Nord Lead range of Synths:
NORD LEAD A1 |
NORD LEAD 4 |
NORD LEAD 2X |
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Hardware |
Lead A1 |
Lead 4 |
Lead 2X |
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| Keybed | 49-key Velocity Sensitive | 49-key Velocity Sensitive | 49-key Velocity Sensitive | ||||
| Outputs | 4 Outputs | 4 Outputs | 4 Outputs | ||||
| Headphone Jack | |||||||
| Audio Quality | 24bit 96kHz | 24bit 96kHz | 24bit 96kHz | ||||
| USB | |||||||
System |
Lead A1 |
Lead 4 |
Lead 2X |
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| Programs | 8 x 50 Programs, 2 x 50 Performances | 4 x 99 Programs, 2 x 50 Performances | 4 x 99 Programs, 100 Performances | ||||
| Polyphony | 26 Voices | 20 Voices | 20 Voices | ||||
| Multi-Timbral | 4 Parts | 4 Parts | 4 Parts | ||||
| MIDI over USB | |||||||
| USB Soft MIDI Thru | |||||||
| Nord Sound Manager | |||||||
Oscillator Section |
Lead A1 |
Lead 4 |
Lead 2X |
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| Traditional Analog Waveforms | Sine, Triangle, Sawtooth, Square | Sine, Triangle, Sawtooth, Pulse with PWM | Sine, Triangle, Sawtooth, Pulse with PWM | ||||
| Extended Analog Waveforms | Series of Folding/Clipped Waveforms | ||||||
| Pulse Waveforms | Series of Pulses with Fixed Harmonic Spectra | ||||||
| Additional Digital Waveform models | |||||||
| Oscillator Config | Pitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, AM, Noise, Dual Osc, FM | no, Traditional method | no, Traditional method | ||||
| Oscillator Sync | Hard Sync | Hard and Soft Sync | Hard Sync | ||||
| Frequency Modulation | 1 Mode | 3 Modes | 1 Mode | ||||
| Amplitude Modulation | |||||||
| Noise Generator | Yes, in Osc Config | ||||||
Filter Section |
Lead A1 |
Lead 4 |
Lead 2X |
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| Filter Types | 12db/24db LP, BP, HP, Ladder M, Ladder TB | 12db/24db/48db LP, BP, HP, Ladder M, Ladder TB | 12db/24db LP, BP, HP and N | ||||
| Filter Drive | Gradual | Gradual | On/Off | ||||
| Filter Envelope | Uses Mod Env | ADSR | ADSR | ||||
Modulations |
Lead A1 |
Lead 4 |
Lead 2X |
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| LFO | 1 LFO (4 waveforms) | 2 LFO (10 waveforms) | 2 LFO (5 waveforms) | ||||
| Amp Envelope | ADR/ASR | ADSR | ADSR | ||||
| Mod Envelope | ADR/ASR | AD/AR | AD | ||||
| LFO as additional Mod Env | |||||||
Effects Section |
Lead A1 |
Lead 4 |
Lead 2X |
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| Effect | Flanger, Phaser, Ring Mod, Chorus, Ensemble, Drive | Crush, Drive, Talk, Comb Filter, Compressor | |||||
| Reverb | Yes (5 algorithms) | Yes (4 algorithms) | |||||
| Delay | Yes, but not at the same time as Reverb | ||||||
Dimensions |
Lead A1 |
Lead 4 |
Lead 2X |
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| Weight | 4.85kg / 10.7lbs | 5,3kg / 11.7lbs | 5.3kg / 11.7lbs | ||||
| Width | 802mm / 31.5" | 864mm / 34" | 865 mm / 34" | ||||
| Depth | 260mm / 10.2" | 272mm / 10.7" | 265mm / 10.4" | ||||
| Height | 92mm / 3.6" | 94mm / 3.7" | 105mm / 4.1" | ||||
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Nord Lead A1 Tech Specs:
- Sound Engine Type(s): Modeling
- Number of Keys: 49
- Type of Keys: Synth-weighted, Velocity-sensitive
- Other Controllers: Pitch Stick, Mod Wheel
- Polyphony: 24 Notes
- Number of Effects: 6
- Effects Types: Ensemble, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulator, Drive
- Arpeggiator: Yes
- Audio Outputs: 4 x 1/4"
- Headphones: 1 x 1/4"
- USB: 1 x Type B
- MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB
- Pedal Inputs: 1 x Sustain, 1 x Expression
- Power Supply: Internal
- Height: 1.1m
- Width: .86m
- Depth: .3m
- Weight: 4.85kg
| SKU | LEADA1 |
| Brand | Nord |
Nord Lead A1 Features:
Oscillators
- Unique Oscillator concept
- 8 Oscillator Configurations
- Pitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, AM, Noise, Sub Mix, FM
- Traditional Analog and Digital Waveforms
- Unison
Modulation
- LFO with 5 waveforms
- Mod Envelope
- LFO as additional ModEnv
Filter
- 12, 24 dB low-pass filters
- High-pass and Band-pass filters
- Transistor and diode ladder filter simulations
- of Mini and TB-303
Effects
- Ensemble, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulator, Drive
Performance
- 4-part multi-timbral
- Master Clock Sync of Arpeggiator, LFO and Delay
- Velocity and Mod Wheel Morph
- USB MIDI
Special features
- Mutator
- Like Button
- Extra Fat Unison mode
Features at a glance:
- 8 Oscillator Configurations
- Pitch, Detune, Shape, Sync, AM, Noise, Sub Mix, FM
- Traditional Analog and Digital Waveforms
- Unison, Modulation
- 12, 24 dB low-pass filters
- Transistor and diode ladder filter simulations of Mini and TB-303
- Ensemble, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Ring Modulator, Drive
- Master Clock Sync of Arpeggiator, LFO and Delay
- Extra Fat Unison modes
- Like Button
- Mutator
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