Clavia Nord Wave 2 Performance Synthesizer SET

Clavia Nord Wave 2 - Performance Synthesizer!

The Nord Wave 2 is a powerful 4-part performance synthesizer that combines virtual analog synthesis, samples, FM, and wavetable with an intuitive, layer-focused interface.

With 48-voice polyphony, innovative performance features, and practical controls, the Nord Wave 2 offers outstanding sound possibilities with advanced layering and tweaking functions on the fly.

The new Nord Sample Editor lets you effortlessly create your own samples. The comprehensive effects section invites sound experiments and design. The perfectly matched 61-key keyboard, Nord’s unique morphing and impulse morphing functions, and the new polyphonic arpeggiator, which even lets you create your own patterns, make the Nord Wave 2 the ultimate performance machine.

Filter Section

The filter section features 6 filter types including classic 12 and 24 dB low-pass, a high-pass, high-pass/low-pass, and band-pass filter, as well as an impressive emulation of the transistor ladder filter from the legendary Mini.

The unique modeling of these filters captures the true character and response of classic analog instruments, enabling flexible and precise sound design. The filter section is equipped with a full ADSR envelope.

LFO and Modulation Section

The Wave 2 provides each layer with a dedicated LFO offering a selection of waveforms plus an AD/AR modulation envelope with dedicated speed control and invert mode. The LFO has multiple modulatable parameters and its rate can be synced to the master clock.

Amp Envelope

The amp section features a full ADSR envelope equipped with a powerful new transient attack mode to add more punch to your sounds.

Morphing and Impulse Morphing

The Wave 2 offers an extensive range of morphable parameters controlled by four different sources: velocity, aftertouch, wheel, and control pedal. All morph sources can be quickly assigned to control multiple parameters simultaneously. The powerful impulse morph function lets you instantly change any parameter of your sound.

Wheel Assignment

Assign modulation wheel instantly to LFO, oscillator control, or filter.

Advanced Polyphonic Arpeggiator with Gate

The Nord Wave 2 is a true rhythmic powerhouse with a classic arpeggiator and a polyphonic mode featuring directly editable patterns.

Polyphonic Mode

The poly mode is a polyphonic arpeggiator that plays all held notes either linearly or randomly with different inversions, creating exciting new harmonic variations.

Gate Mode

The brand-new gate mode chops your sound into a rhythmic pattern with adjustable depth.

Master Clock

The Wave 2’s master clock enables synchronization of LFO, arpeggiator, and various effects, either internally or via an external MIDI clock. With master clock sync, you can synchronize 4 layers with individual patterns, all perfectly synced with delays and LFOs. The tap tempo function lets you easily tap along to a drummer’s tempo or track playback.

Effect Section

A separate effect section for each layer with a wide selection of instantly adjustable, high-quality stereo effects modeled after classic stomp boxes.

Modulation Effects

Tremolo, pan, ring modulator, chorus, ensemble, and vibe effects with rate and amount control. All effects can be controlled via the control pedal (or other morph sources) and can be synced to the master clock for rhythmic effects.

EQ & Drive

EQ with bass and treble controls or 1-band sweepable EQ. A tube drive emulation is also available.

Monitor Mode

The new monitor mode displays your amp envelope and filter settings in the program display for better overview and control.

Layer Section

The Wave 2 features a program layer section with faders for easy control of volume or panorama for all 4 layers simultaneously. The layer section also offers handy functions for quick layer focus, panorama control, solo, and multi-editing.

Group Mode

The new group function lets you group 2, 3, or 4 layers and apply the same filter, envelope, arpeggiator, LFO, and effect settings—perfect for creating complex, multi-layered sounds that can be edited as a single cohesive sound.

Oscillator Section

The oscillator section offers 4 modes for each of the 4 layers: analog, wavetable, FM, and samples, and can be easily browsed with the new category mode. Oscillator control provides additional control over shape, sync, or detune.

Oscillator Categories

Analog: a wide range of waveforms from classic analog to modern, overtone-rich new additions:

• Basic: sawtooth, pulse with pulse width modulation, sine
• Form: waveforms where the osc control changes the shape of the waveform
• Multi: 2 or more waveforms combined, with osc control adjusting detune amount and spread
• Sync: soft and hard sync configurations where osc control adjusts sync frequency
• Noise: white noise

Samples: includes high-quality samples from the Nord Sample Library 3.0 plus the ability to add your own samples with the Nord Sample Editor 3. Use embedded sample presets for instantly playable dynamic sounds or shape your own sound from scratch with the "Raw Samp" mode.

Wavetable: a large number of high-resolution wavetables covering a huge range of sounds.

FM: 2, 3, and 4 operator configurations with harmonic and inharmonic variations.

Unison

The Wave 2 features a powerful multi-oscillator unison effect with true "super waves." Hundreds of overlapping waves create extremely fat sounds.

Compatible with Nord Sample Library 3.0

The sample section has 1 GB of memory and comes with a large selection of quality samples including strings, brass, guitars, choirs, chromatic percussion, and the exclusively licensed sounds of the legendary Mellotron and Chamberlin. All sounds are easily interchangeable with the Nord Sound Manager.

Create and Transfer Your Own Samples

Creating your own sample instruments has never been easier than with the new, optimized Nord Sample Editor 3 for Mac and Windows, letting you quickly transfer, map, and loop samples on your Nord Wave 2.

Delay

Advanced stereo delay effect with ping pong mode, analog mode, and tap tempo. New features include creative feedback options adding ensemble, chorus, vibe, plus HP/LP and BP filters in the feedback loop.

Reverb

The reverb section offers five different room sizes (booth, room, stage, hall, and new cathedral) to add atmosphere to your sounds. The mix is now morphable. New features include bright and dark modes for enhanced or reduced highs. The new choral effect adds a wide modulation effect.

Splits and Layers

The simultaneous use of four identical, equally powerful synthesizers opens extraordinary layering possibilities. The split mode offers three split points allowing up to 4 zones with optional crossfades. The flexible hold function lets you lock and hold slots independently in the background while you play something else over them.

Sound Manager

The Nord Wave 2 is compatible with the Nord Sound Manager software for OS X and Windows. The Nord Sound Manager enables easy transfer, reorganization, and backup of programs and is available for download here

MIDI Control

The Wave 2 offers the ability to use MIDI over USB with a sequencer or with the Sound Manager software.

Keyboard

The Nord Wave 2 features a 61-key (C-C) semi-weighted waterfall keyboard with aftertouch.

The Hardware

Like all Nord instruments, the Nord Wave 2 is hand-crafted in Nord’s Stockholm factory with incredible attention to detail and quality control.

Versatile Mixer and Keyboard Stand

The Classic Cantabile KBA-880BK impresses especially in terms of width, height, and setup flexibility. Very flexible in width—simply loosen the two handy thumbscrews, smoothly extend to the desired width, and tighten the screws again—done! The scissor mechanism provides constant stability in every position. To adjust the height, two thumbscrews and locking pins allow quick and secure setup. The height can be set in 6 increments from 61 to 85 cm.

The 46 cm long feet made of powder-coated steel tubing, together with the 30 cm deep support surface, provide an extremely stable stand for keyboards and stage pianos up to 60 kg. Non-slip rubber sleeves on the feet and support ears also prevent scratches on floors and your instrument. Since the keyboard stand is only 8 cm wide when folded, it can easily be transported in any car or stored behind a cabinet when not in use. The height adjustability over a wide range makes the stand perfect for both children and adults.

Brilliant Sound and Maximum Wearing Comfort

The Pronomic KH-900 is a professional stereo headphone combining excellent sound characteristics with maximum wearing comfort. The soft, wide synthetic leather headband of the Pronomic studio headphones automatically adjusts to head size, ensuring a comfortable fit. For extremely comfortable wear during long sessions, the two circumaural ear cups are extra large and super soft-padded to avoid excessive pressure. Maximum comfort is rounded off by the single-sided cable feed, preventing unwanted cable tangles.

The KH-900 features a wide frequency range from 15 to 25,000 Hz, delivering balanced, nuanced sound with brilliant, clear highs and precise, rich bass. With a low impedance of only 32 ohms, the KH-900 performs impressively even on very low-power headphone outputs such as MP3 players or smartphones, providing powerful sound and sufficient headroom. The 3.5 mm stereo jack plug ensures excellent transmission quality. A 6.3 mm stereo jack adapter is also included.

The Most Versatile Nord Synthesizer Ever!