actuated with the lip sensor, but if using the optional mouthpieces available, the
lip sensor is removed and instead this pad can be used. If the standard bite
type mouthpiece is installed, both the lip sensor and the touch pad can be
used.
The NuRAD can be used either with a neck strap or with handles. The
handles can be removed if using neck strap. To remove the handle, put the
NuRAD up side down on your lap or on a soft surface. Snap the handle out of
the slot in the back of the instrument, then slide the handle out of first one side,
then the other. Note the way it is oriented for when you decide to put it back.
The handle bends down a bit at the sides. To reinstall the handle, start with the
sides, then snap it in place in the slot.
When holding the NuRAD, either with or without the handles, preferably
use an angle of about 45° out from the body. This makes the balance right and
it also reduces the possibility of liquid (spittle) going onto the instrument body.
Like with the NuEVI, the pitch benders should be adjusted so that they are
easily reached when playing, but not easily touched by accident. As the hand is
moving around more on the NuRAD reaching for keys, the benders usually
need to be placed a bit further away from the thumb.
The mouthpiece has three sensors. The primary one is the breath pressure
sensor. It controls note on/off and the continuous control value for breath sent
to the synthesizer. The breath sensor system is of the closed kind. That means
no air is flowing through the instrument when it is played. Instead you let air slip
out by the sides of the mouthpiece when blowing into it. The second
mouthpiece sensor is the bite sensor. This is configurable to provide bite
vibrato like on the Akai EWI or to control portamento (glide). A slight bite or
bend to the mouthpiece will increase the glide time. When released, it goes
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General