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DMI Nord Stage 4 - User Manual

DMI Nord Stage 4
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USER MANUAL
Nord Stage 4
English
OS version: 1.0x
Edition: D
Part number: 50522 Copyright Clavia DMI AB
Edition: D

Table of Contents

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Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for using electric products.

Additional Safety Information

Specific warnings about fire, shock, and product placement.

INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL FOR USERS

Disposal and Recycling Guidelines

Guidance on recycling and proper disposal of electronic devices.

INFORMATION ON RECYCLING OF PACKAGING MATERIALS

Packaging Recycling Instructions

Instructions for recycling cardboard, plastic foam, and plastic bags.

1 INTRODUCTION

Features

Lists the main capabilities and components of the Nord Stage 4.

Restoring the Factory Presets

Instructions on how to revert the instrument to its original factory settings.

2 OVERVIEW

Organ Sound Engine Overview

Introduction to the dedicated organ sound engine and its features.

Piano Sound Engine Overview

Overview of the piano sound engine, library, and features.

Synth Sound Engine Overview

Introduction to the versatile synth engine and its capabilities.

Layer Effects Overview

Introduction to the independent effects available for each layer.

3 GETTING STARTED

Connecting the Instrument

Instructions for connecting the Nord Stage 4 to power and audio devices.

Program Selection and Loading

Steps for choosing and loading programs.

Instrument Panel Controls

Explanation of the physical controls on the Nord Stage 4 panel.

Program Editing Process

Step-by-step guide to modifying an existing program.

Keyboard Split Setup

Setting up keyboard splits to divide the instrument into zones.

Synth Section Features

Detailed overview of the synth section's features and sound generation.

Master Clock Synchronization

How to synchronize arpeggios and effects to a master clock tempo.

4 ORGAN SECTION

Organ Model Selection

Choosing between B3, Vox, Farfisa, and Pipe Organ models.

Organ Drawbar Controls

Explanation of physical drawbars and their LED visual feedback.

B3 Organ Model Details

Detailed description of the B3 tonewheel organ simulation.

Vox Organ Model Details

Details on the Vox transistor organ model and its drawbars.

Organ Preset and Drawbar Live Modes

How to switch between preset drawbar values and live drawbar control.

5 PIANO SECTION

Piano Section Power and Level Control

Controlling the piano section's power and layer volume.

Piano Sound Selection

Choosing desired piano types and models from the library.

Nord Triple Pedal Functionality

Detailed functions and connections for the Nord Triple Pedal.

Synth Unison Effect

Creating stereo unison effects by adding extra oscillators.

6 SYNTH SECTION

Synth Section Introduction

Introduction to the three independent synth layers and their sound capabilities.

Synth Mode Selection

Selecting between Analog, Samples, and Extern modes for the synth.

Synth Sample Usage

Using and managing sample-based sounds for the synth section.

Synth Analog Mode

Exploring analog waveforms and synthesis parameters.

Synth Filter Section

Overview of filters for shaping synth sound timbre.

Synth Envelope Generators

Shaping sound over time using Attack, Decay, and Release envelopes.

Synth LFO Modulation

Using the Low Frequency Oscillator for modulation effects.

Arpeggiator and Gate Configuration

Navigating and configuring arpeggiator settings and patterns.

7 PROGRAM

Program Definition and Storage

Definition of a program and what settings it stores.

Morph Controller Assignment

How to assign controllers for dynamic parameter morphing.

Keyboard Split Functionality

Setting up keyboard splits for zone-based sound assignments.

Saving Programs

Instructions for saving edited programs to memory locations.

Preset Library Navigation

Accessing and loading sounds from the organ, piano, and synth preset banks.

Program Display Modes

Selecting different display modes for program information.

8 EXTERN

External MIDI Control

Overview of controlling external MIDI instruments via the synth section.

External MIDI Control Change Messages

Sending Control Change messages to external devices.

Automated MIDI Data Transmission

Automating MIDI data transmission when programs are loaded.

9 EFFECTS

Effects Section Overview

General introduction to the effects section and its capabilities.

Modulation Effects (Mod 1)

Details on modulation effects like Tremolo, Chorus, and Phaser.

Delay Effect Parameters

Explanation of the delay effect, including tempo and feedback controls.

Amp Simulation and EQ Effects

Using amplifier simulations and equalization for sound shaping.

Rotary Speaker Effect Emulation

Emulating the sound of a rotating speaker effect.

10 MIDI

MIDI Communication Basics

How the Nord Stage 4 interacts with MIDI devices.

Global MIDI Channel Configuration

Configuration of the global MIDI channel for overall control.

Program Change Message Handling

How program change messages are transmitted and received.

Local Control Setting

Disconnecting the keyboard from internal sound engines.

11 MENUS

System Settings Menu

Accessing system-wide settings like memory protection and transpose.

Sound Settings Menu

Adjusting sound-related parameters across different sections.

Pedal Configuration Menu

Configuring pedal inputs for expression, sustain, and switches.

MIDI Settings Menu

Settings for MIDI communication, channels, and local control.

12 NORD SOUND MANAGER

Nord Sound Manager Introduction

Introduction to the software for managing instrument content.

Nord Sound Manager System Requirements

Hardware and software requirements for using Nord Sound Manager.

13 NORD SAMPLE EDITOR 4

Nord Sample Editor 4 Introduction

Introduction to the software for creating custom sample instruments.

Nord Sample Editor 4 System Requirements

Hardware and software requirements for using Nord Sample Editor 4.

APPENDIX: CONNECTIONS

Audio Connection Guide

Guide to connecting audio input and output devices.

MIDI Connection Details

Details on MIDI input, output, and USB connections.

Pedal Connection Guide

Information on connecting various types of pedals.

APPENDIX: MIDI CONTROLLER LIST

INDEX

FCC Compliance Information

Important Notices and Warnings

Critical warnings regarding product modification and interference.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

Declarations of conformity with FCC and Canadian regulations.

DMI Nord Stage 4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDMI
ModelNord Stage 4
CategoryElectronic Keyboard
LanguageEnglish