The Nord Wave 2 is a powerful 4-part performance synth that integrates virtual analog, samples, FM (Frequency Modulation), and wavetable synthesis with a fast, layer-focused interface. Featuring 61 smooth-playing keys with aftertouch, robust 48-voice polyphony; intuitive performance features; and the immediacy of hands-on controls; the Nord Wave 2 delivers a dazzling universe of amazing sonic opportunity with advanced real-time tweaking and layering. If you’re a serious synthesist, you owe it to yourself to give the Nord Wave 2 a serious audition.
A universe of sonic opportunity
Essentially four independent synthesizers in one sleek, eminently gigable 20-pound chassis, the Nord Wave 2 offers a wealth of possibilities for layering both classic waveforms and samples. Dedicated OLED displays for Program and Oscillator sections provide a clear overview when shaping your sounds. The Wave 2’s broad range of performance features and instantly tweakable hands-on FX makes the Wave 2 Nord’s most versatile performance synthesizer to date.
Layer up
The Wave 2’s Program Layer section is equipped with faders for easy control over the volume of all four layers at once. The Layer section also provides handy controls for quick layer focus, pan, solo, and multi-editing. A new Group feature allows you to group two, three, or four layers and process them through the same Filter, Envelope, Arpeggiator, LFO and Effect settings — ideal for building complex multi-layered patches that can be edited as a single sound. Alternatively, three split points provide up to four zones with optional crossfades.
Specifications
- Type: Keyboard Synth
- Sound Engine: FM, Wavetable, Sample-based, Virtual Analog Synthesis
- Analog/Digital: Digital
- Number of Keys: 61
- Type of Keys: Semi-weighted, Velocity-sensitive
- Aftertouch: Yes
- Other Controllers: Modulation Wheel, Pitch Stick
- Polyphony: 48 Notes
- Presets: 4-part Multi-timbral, 16 x 25 Programs, Nord Sample Library 3.0
- Oscillators: Sine, Triangle, Sawtooth, Square, Pulse
- LFO: 1 x LFO (5 x waveforms)
- Filter: 12dB/24dB Lowpass, Bandpass, Highpass, Ladder M, LP+HP
- Envelope Generator: ADSR (amp), AD/AR (mod)
- Effects Types: Tremolo, Ring Mod, Chorus, Ensemble, Vibe, Drive, 5 x Reverbs, Advanced Delay with Feedback
- Arpeggiator: Polyphonic
- Memory: 1GB Sound Memory
- Audio Inputs: 1 x 1/8" (monitor in)
- Audio Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (L/R)
- Headphones: 1 x 1/4"
- USB: 1 x Type B
- MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB
- Pedal Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (sustain), 1 x 1/4" (control pedal)
- Software: Nord Sound Manager
- OS Requirements - Mac: MacOS 10.7 or later
- OS Requirements - PC: Windows 7 or later
- Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
- Dimensions: 990 x 100 x 295 mm (38,9" x 3,9" x 11.6")
- Weight: 8.75 kg (19.29lbs)
