Nord Modular G1 emulated in Gearmulator: it finally makes sound | #1

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The emulated Nord Modular G1 is now playing: the original G1 OS running on a computer, using Gearmulator, and controlled from my Animatek NME editor as if it were the real synth. First test, in pre-alpha phase.

⬇️ IN THIS VIDEO ⬇️

I document the first sound from a Nord Modular G1 emulator. The original G1 operating system runs on an emulated 68331 processor and loads its programs on four emulated DSP56303s, with the same kernel that Gearmulator uses for the Nord Lead 2X. The Animatek NME editor connects via PC Port and loads patches with oscillators, a mixer, and filters onto the virtual G1. And just like with the hardware, I close the editor, the synth continues playing, and when I open it again, it retrieves the patch.

This is a snapshot of the development process, bugs and all: clicks, filters that aren't working yet, unfinished clocks and sequencers, and empty banks. The emulator isn't released yet, and no ROMs are being distributed. This is episode 1 of the emulator's development diary. I'll upload a new one whenever there's a noticeable improvement.

⬇️ INDEX ⬇️

0:00 - Nord Modular G1 emulator on Gearmulator
0:44 - The engine: the G1's 4 DSPs and the first sound
1:24 - Animatek NME connected to the virtual G1: oscillator and output
2:00 - Mixer with various waveforms
2:29 - Nord Modular filters: simple ones yes, complex ones halfway
2:59 - Clocks and sequencers, not yet
3:20 - PWM, and things that cut the sound
4:24 - I turn the emulator off and on again
5:03 - Reconnecting via PC Port and empty banks
5:27 - Loading Nord Modular patches: the drone patch yes, others no
5:55 - The G1 emulator from scratch
6:38 - The two outputs and the low-pass and high-pass filters
6:55 - I close the Editor… and the emulated G1 keeps playing
7:21 - I cut the emulator: real test
7:34 - Project status

⬇️ RESOURCES AND TRAINING ⬇️

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Experimental Electronica w/ Analog Synths & Ambient Engine | Transcendence 2026-09-14 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"Experimental electronica created with the Prophet-10, Moog One, Nord Lead, MS-20, OP-1 field, and Ambient Engine.

This is the 1000th entry in the Daily Sound Experiment series.

On the Prophet-10, synth pads are performed with reverb through the blueSky.

The MS-20 plays a bassline via MIDI sent from Ableton Live. During the intro, the filter resonance is adjusted in real time.

The Nord Lead and Moog One are performed by hand during the middle of the track.

The OP-1 field plays a rhythm pattern via MIDI from Ableton Live. Modulation is applied with the CWO effect, while the MOTHER effect adds gated reverb. The output is then processed through the MOOD MKII with additional pitch shifting and delay.

In Ambient Engine, sine wave samples are loaded and played as sustained tones while the MicroLoop effect is applied.

On this channel I explore many styles of music using field recordings, DIY instruments, and hardware.

Catch up on previous Daily Sound Experiment entries here:"

Nord Lead 4 Presets & Sound Bank – Sonic Exploration | 32 Ambient & Analog Synth Sounds

video upload by Kaelan Sound Designer

"Download link: https://www.synthonia.com/marketplace...

Sonic Exploration is a carefully crafted soundset for the Nord Lead 4, focused on atmospheric depth, motion and musical exploration. This collection of 32 expressive patches blends ambient textures, electronic sequences, evolving pads, soundscapes and playable keys, designed to highlight the dynamic and performance-oriented nature of Nord’s virtual analog engine. Each sound is built to feel alive, evolving over time while remaining immediately playable and inspiring. The sound design moves between retro-futuristic tones and modern electronic atmospheres, combining analog character with digital clarity. From subtle, spacious pads to rhythmic sequences and cinematic keys, Sonic Exploration is ideal for producers and keyboard players who want to create immersive sonic environments without sacrificing musicality or control. Modulation, velocity and performance parameters are optimized to make every patch responsive and expressive.

Perfect For:

Ambient and cinematic music
Electronic and experimental production
Soundscapes and evolving compositions
Live performance and improvisation
Producers seeking expressive Nord Lead 4 sounds"

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Nord - Lead 2 49-Key 12-Voice Polyphonic Synthesizer

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this Reverb listing

Additional NOISEBUG Listings

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Nord Modular Editor: Major Community Update + G2 Preview

video upload by Peter Plugs Patches

"A walkthrough of the new updates on the NordModularEditor website. A big overhaul was done by adding a whole new community layer to the site: share patches, browser other people's patches, like them, etc. Also: a quick preview of the upcoming support for Nord Modular G2 synths.

#nordmodular #clavia #nordmodularg1 #nordmodularg2

nordmodulareditor.com

00:00 Intro
00:42 Community layer
01:33 Profile page
01:57 Patch detail page
02:14 Homepage

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Uber Moog for Nord Stage 4 Analog Sample Pack Synthesizer Keyboard New Sounds

video upload by Rik Marston Official

"My Etsy store: AhnyxianSoundDesign
https://www.etsy.com/shop/AhnyxianSou..."

Sounds from the Studio #electronicmusic

video upload by HanzVolt

"No AI was used in the making of this video.."

Oberheim Xpander and Nord 2x Emulator ( Nodal Red 2x ) #electronicmusic

video upload by HanzVolt

"messin around in the studio as usual..."

Clavia Nord Lead A1 Virtual Analog Keyboard Synthesizer

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via this listing

Additional Perfect Circuit listings

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Nord Modular Editor Site Gets a Huge Update

via Peter van der Noord, the man behind the new online Nord Modular Editor [see additional posts with demos here].

"We've launched a major update to the Nord Modular Editor, a browser-based editor for the Clavia Nord Modular G1.

Until now, this was just an editor but with this release we have added a full community and social layer on top:

Browse thousands of patches: Explore what other G1 users have created, both now and in the past. Instantly send any patch to your connected synth.

Upload and share your own: Build a library of your patches, organize them into collections, write descriptions.

Comment and engage: Like patches, leave feedback, see what other people are experimenting with.

Live sync with hardware: Edit in the browser while your synth is plugged in over MIDI; changes hit immediately.

G2 support is coming: Also interesting to note that support for the newer G2 versions of the Nord Modular is in the pipeline"

Minimal Music w/ OP-1 field Piano, Nord Lead & Marimba | Bookstore on a rainy day 2026-08-02 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A minimal piece featuring lo-fi piano loops, synth pads, and marimba sounds.

On the Nord Lead, synth pads are performed with reverb through the Specular Tempus.

On the OP-1 field, a piano sound from the Sampler is looped using the ENDLESS sequencer. The signal is processed through the GENERATION LOSS MKII for tape effects, then through the blueSky for reverb.

A minimal marimba loop is layered into the composition in Ableton Live."

HOW DO SYNTH FILTERS WORK??

video upload by Abraham Parker

Filter envelopes.

Escape from new york theme on the arturia astrolab

video upload by Offworld Synths

"a bit rough n ready but i enjoyed playing this,its my favourite film soundtrack of all time.
wave 2 doing the arps and sustained strings.
astrolab oberheim patch layered with my jx 10 synth."

Nord Wave 2 SYNC from OUTER SPACE Synthesizer Sampler A1 Rik Marston

video upload by Rik Marston Official

"Nord Wave 2 - The SYNC from OUTER SPACE!"
*Watch in HD* *Turn it UP!* *No Talking!!!*
My Etsy store: AhnyxianSoundDesign
https://www.etsy.com/shop/AhnyxianSou...

Nord Modular Editor update: randomizers, pattern generators, arpeggiators and more!

video upload by Peter Plugs Patches

Follow-up to this post.

"A new update video for the online Nord Modular Editor that I'm working on.

0:00 - Intro
0:42 - All module layouts done
3:57 - Morph groups
5:50 - Midi controllers
6:00 - File import & export
6:25 - Synth / Patch settings
6:41 - Sidepanels
7:25 - Module display colours
7:53 - Dark mode
8:53 - Inspector
9:48 - Randomizer
11:21 - Randomize multiple modules
12:20 - Randomize slave oscillators & lfos
15:10 - Randomize event sequencers
16:06 - Modify event seq patterns
16:48 - Generate event seq patterns
18:13 - Randomize note sequencers
20:54 - Arpeggiator
23:29 - Next steps
24:10 - G2"

Do You Really Need A Vent?

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"Review of the NEO VENTILATOR 2 from the perspective of players of the NORD STAGE and NORD ELECTRO keyboards, and even the NORD ORGAN. This pedal emulates the sound of the LESLIE 122 Rotary Speaker Cabinet, but is it worth the extra money and hassle over the built-in Nord rotary speaker sim?"

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK: https://woodypianoshack.com

Nord - The Making of the Red Keyboards

video upload by nordkeyboards

"Step inside the Nord factory and discover the story behind the original red keyboards. This unique short documentary offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmanship, innovation and people who bring Nord instruments to life.

A documentary by Jonas Embring
Executive Producer at Nord: David Sjöqvist
Sound Design: Martin Stenberg
Narrated by John Russell

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Cabaret Voltaire - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

video upload by KEXP

Some synth spotting with Cabaret Voltaire. You might recognize Benge of Memetune Studio, and Tara Busch of I Speak Machine.

"http://KEXP.ORG presents Cabaret Voltaire performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded May 3, 2026.

Songs:
24-24 00:30
Landslide 05:26
Spies In the Wires 08:44
Nag Nag Nag 13:39
Sensoria 18:20

Stephen(Mal) Mallinder - Vocals, Synths
Benge Edwards - Drums
Tara Busch - Synths
Eric Random - Guitar, Synths
Dan Conway - Visuals, LD

Host: Kevin Cole
Audio Engineer: Jon Roberts
Mastering Engineer: Matt Ogaz

Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Carlos Cruz, Emma Juncosa & Ettie Wahl
Editor: Carlos Cruz

https://cabaretvoltaire.bandcamp.com
http://kexp.org"

NORD and NEO VENTILATOR 2 Demo

video upload by Woody Piano Shack

"NEO VENTILATOR 2 rotary simulation pedal, emulating the LESLIE 122, paired with the NORD ELECTRO 6D, is it a worthy upgrade for the Nord Electro / Stage / Organ HAMMOND B3 sounds?"

MORE WOODY PIANO SHACK: https://woodypianoshack.com

Phil Hartnoll of Long Range shows us his synths, including his TB-303 that he has had since forever.

video upload by Tomás Mulcahy

Phil Hartnoll (Orbital) studio tour.

"I had uploaded this years ago, and as someone said at the time 'It looks like it was shot on a potato' which was true :) I used Adobe Dialogue enhance to clean up the sound, and a free online video enhance for the picture all of which brought it out nicely. The bit about the TB-303 at 7:05 is my favourite part :) Can't believe it's been almost 20 years!

Original blurb
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Future Music Magazine, June 2007
Exclusive video of the gear in the Long Range studio

Phil runs through his synth collection detailing his best (and worst!), not forgetting the classic TB-303 on which some techno classics were written, complete with stickers for the tunes! We put him on the spot and ask which three pieces of gear he'd take to a desert island and then Nick runs through the band's bank of outboard gear. Fast!
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
7:05 He finds the TB-303 on the floor :)
8:52 Nick runs through the band's bank of outboard gear"

Post-Classical Music with Piano and Synthesizers | Unawakened 2026-06-08 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A post-classical piece in which piano and synthesizer sounds alternate and intertwine.

The instruments used are ‪@YamahaSynthsOfficial‬ CP-88, ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, ‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ Moog One, ‪@NordKeyboards‬ Nord Lead, and ‪@buchlausa‬ Music Easel.

On the CP-88, piano phrases are performed, while the Moog One and the other synthesizers respond with complementary parts throughout the piece.

The Prophet-10 is processed through the ‪@HologramElectronics‬ MICROCOSM with reverb and filtering. The Nord Lead is processed with reverb through the Specular Tempus.

On the Music Easel, lead melodies are performed with its built-in spring reverb and additional reverb from the ‪@strymon‬ blueSky."