Nord Modular G2

(2004-2007) The Nord Modular G2 concept is based on a stand-alone hardware with a freely configurable synthesis architecture, and a software editor. A G2 sound is made with virtual modules and cables and can be modeled after an existing synth or it can be the synthesizer of your dreams by simply ‘drag & drop’ modules and cables directly on the computer screen to create your sounds.

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The Modular System

  • Hardware synthesizer and PC/Mac editing software work seamlessly together
  • Modular synthesis (freely configurable sound architecture) Combine Modules into a patch in any desired structure, virtually without limitations
  • Sound Hierarchy: 
    - The Voice area (VA): polyphonic part of the sound
    - The Effect area (FX): monophonic part of the sound
  • 8 Variations per patch
  • > 160 Sound Modules organized in 16 categories
  • Audio Quality: True 24-bit processing system with 96 kHz sampling rate
  • Audio Effects: Totally free configuration of effects via the dedicated Effect Area.

Voicing

  • Performances: A Performance consists of up to 4 Patches together with information about MIDI settings, layers, splits, etc.
  • Multitimbrality: Features Clavia’s classical Slot concept. 4 slots (edit buffers A to D), each one holding one Patch independently.
  • Splitting: With the Split Point button you can create up to 4 split points either freely assigned or set to the 4 predefined ones indicated by LEDs along the keyboard.
  • Polyphony: Maximum of 32 voices (depending on Patch complexity).

Sound Storage

  • Dynamic file system with a capacity of 6 MB that can hold up to 32 banks (128 locations) for Patches, and 8 banks (128 locations) for Performances.

Editor Software

  • Patch Browser enables fast access to Patches stored on the computer hard drive as well as the internal synthesizer file system.

  • Bank Upload/Download dialog for quick transfers/backups of complete banks of patches between your computer and synthesizer.

  • Small Patch file sizes (an average of 3 kb) make it easy to share and store.

User Interface

  • Tab system organizes available Modules
  • Multiple Multi-level Undo/Redo function
  • Custom color of individual modules
  • Fast replace function for modules - keeps track of connections and parameter settings
  • Instant Hint views system displays configurations of MIDI CC#s, Morph programming, and assigned parameters
  • Integrated Help System.

Requirements (legacy)

  • Macintosh - Mac G3, 400 MHz, USB-port, 128 MB RAM, OSX 10.2
  • Windows - PC Pentium II, 500 MHz, USB-port, 128 MB RAM, Windows 98SE/2000/XP

Morphing

  • Concept Morphing makes it easy to control multiple parameters from one source (e.g. modulation wheel, aftertouch) with the possibility to set the range for each parameter individually.

Parameter Pages

  • Concept Parameter Pages give instant access to 120 parameters, either from the synthesizer’s top panel or from the software editor.
  • Page Modes: Single Patch mode – Pages are linked to one specific patch.
    Global mode – Pages control parameters in all 4 slots from the same page.

MIDI Implementation

  • 16 MIDI channels via MIDI In, Out and Thru.
  • Note On/Off, Aftertouch, Pitch Bend, Program Change, MIDI CC# (freely assignable to any parameter), SysEx dump, and Bank Select.
  • MIDI Sync: G2 locks to any external MIDI clock and song position pointer.
  • G2 can function as a master clock for external gear.

Extras

The software can process MIDI information on any channel (regardless of the Slot’s main channel) using MIDI processing modules.

Synthesizer Controllers G2 and G2X (key models)

Modulation Wheels

  • G2: 1 modulation wheel.
  • G2X: 3 modulation wheels with extra built-in LEDs.

Keyboard

  • G2: 3-octave synth keyboard with aftertouch.
  • G2X: 5-octave semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch.

Keyboard Hold

  • Makes every note you play sustain until you press a new key.

Octave Shift

  • 2 buttons extend the range of the built-in keyboard.

Pitch Stick

  • Clavia’s famous, patented high-resolution Pitch Stick.

Synthesizer Panel G2 and G2X (key models)

Parameter Pages

  • 5-page buttons and 3-column buttons provide real-time tweaking of up to 120 parameters with 8 rotary encoders visualized by 4 LCDs.

Patch/Menu

  • Rotary Dial and 4 Navigation buttons for rapid access to Navigation, Patches, and Performances.

Slot Control

  • 4 Slot buttons facilitate working with 4 Patches simultaneously.

Morphing

  • 8 buttons support fast programming of Morph Groups.

Variations

  • Instant recall of 8 Variations per Patch via 8 dedicated buttons.

Microphone Level

  • Mic Level trim and meter for adjusting the microphone signal.

Connections

  • MIDI: In, Out and Thru
  • Audio Inputs: 4 analog audio inputs, line-level, 24-bit ADCs, 96 kHz sampling rate
  • 1 XLR mic. input with built-in preamp (G2/G2X models only)
  • Audio Outputs: 4 configurable outputs, line-level, 24-bit DACs, 96 kHz sampling rate

  • 1 Headphone output
  • Editor Communication: USB 1.1 port
  • External Controllers (G2/G2X models only): 1 Control Pedal jack
  • 1 Sustain Pedal jack
  • Power Supply: Built-in power supply (connect with enclosed standard AC-cord)

Included Accessories

  • All Models: 
    - 1 USB cable
    - 1 Power cable
    - CD Rom with software and sound libraries
  • G2/G2X: Printed manual
  • G2X: Shipped with an additional gooseneck microphone and a built-in voice expansion
  • Engine: Rack-mountable with supplied rack ears.

Dimensions

  • G2 665 mm (26.2"), 284 mm (11.2"), 104 mm (4.1")
  • G2X (5 octaves): 1007 mm (39.6"), 294 mm (11.6"), 104 mm (4.1")
  • Engine (1U, 19” rack): 437 mm (17.3"), 120 mm (4.7"), 44 mm (1.8")

Weight

  • G2 (3 octaves): 5.1kg (11.24lbs.)
  • G2X (5 octaves): 8.2kg (8,07lbs.)
  • Engine: (1U, 19” rack): 1.9kg (4,19lbs.)