Nord Lead Synthesizer Information, Specifications and Resources
Author: Andy Merrett / Data Driven
Overview
The Nord Lead is a synthesizer released in 1995. It is aimed at musicians wanting to create and modify their own sounds.
The Lead has 49 synth/organ style full sized keys with touch sensitivity but no aftertouch. It has four notes of polyphony. It has hundreds of on board sounds but no acoustic piano sounds, and a sustain/damper pedal.
It has built-in MIDI capabilities. It has no built-in learning system. It has no built-in speakers which means you will have to connect it to external amplification and speakers in order to hear it. It runs from AC power.View Prices on AmazonView Prices on ReverbView Prices on ebayView Prices on Music & Arts
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Specifications
Form
Number of Keys: 49Key Weight: Synth
Key Size: Full
Touch Sensitive:
Aftertouch:
Sound
Number of Voices: 1000Polyphony: 4
Sound Generation: Virtual Analog
Piano Sounds:
Real World Sounds:
Sounds Editable:
Accompaniments:
Extra Features
Recorder/Sequencer:Tutorials:
Communication
MIDI:USB:
Tablet Connectivity:
Power
AC Power:Batteries:
Audio
Speakers:Audio Out:
Audio In:
Pedals
Sustain Pedal:Soft Pedal:
Expression Pedal:
Release Info
Year: 1995RRP: $2166
Description
The first Nord Lead sparked the Virtual Analog revolution in the 90s due to its combination of “warm” sound and an intuitive user interface with dedicated knobs for all functions. It was the first product to feature the patented Nord Pitch Stick. The Nord Lead immediately became a ground breaking success and set industry standard.
FAQ
What year was the Nord Lead launched?
This instrument was launched in 1995
What models did other manufacturers release in 1995?
- Casio AT-1
- Casio CT870IN
- Casio CTK-540
- Casio SK-60
- Korg i1
- Korg i4S
- Korg i5s
- Korg ih
- Korg Prophecy
- Korg Trinity
- Korg X5
- Novation Bass Station
- Roland E-12
- Roland E-14
- Roland E-28
- Roland E-300
- Roland E-38
- Roland E-480B
- Roland E-500
- Roland E-600
- Roland E-68
- Roland E-96
- Roland EM-JR
- Roland G-800
- Technics KN6000
- Yamaha B900
- Yamaha P-150
- Yamaha PSR-185
- Yamaha PSR-215
- Yamaha PSR-320
- Yamaha PSR-4000
- Yamaha PSR-420
- Yamaha PSR-520
- Yamaha PSR-620
- Yamaha PSR-7000
- Yamaha PSR-77
- Yamaha PSR-A3
- Yamaha PSS-26
- Yamaha QS300
- Yamaha SDX3000
What other synths were released at a similar time?
- Casio SK-60
- Korg i1
- Korg i2
- Korg i3
- Korg i4S
- Korg i5s
- Korg ih
- Korg iS40
- Korg iS50
- Korg iX300
- Korg N1
- Korg N264
- Korg N364
- Korg N5
- Korg Prophecy
- Korg Trinity
- Korg X2
- Korg X3
- Korg X5
- Korg Z1
- Nord Lead 2
- Nord Modular
- Novation Bass Station
- Roland DJ-70MKII
- Roland E-12
- Roland E-14
- Roland E-16
- Roland E-28
- Roland E-300
- Roland E-36
- Roland E-38
- Roland E-480B
- Roland E-500
- Roland E-56
- Roland E-600
- Roland E-66
- Roland E-68
- Roland E-86
- Roland E-96
- Roland EM-303
- Roland EM-305
- Roland EM-JR
- Roland G-600
- Roland G-800
- Roland JP-8000
- Roland JV-1000
- Yamaha AN1x
- Yamaha B700
- Yamaha B900
- Yamaha B900EX
- Yamaha CS1x
- Yamaha QS300
- Yamaha SDX3000
- Yamaha VL1
- Yamaha VL7
- Yamaha VP1
- Yamaha W5
- Yamaha W7
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More Info
- Manufacturer Product Page: https://www.nordkeyboards.com/legacy-products/nord-lead/
