NUX NDL-5 JTC Pro Drum & Loop
Key Features
- Full-featured looper and versatile drum machine in one pedal
- Easily set mode and tempo in use, thanks to intelligent functions
- Store 256 loops, with up to six hours of recording time
- Pristine 24-bit audio quality, true bypass, and integrated cab sim
NUX NDL-5 JTC Pro Drum & Loop Overview
The NUX NDL-5 JTC Pro Drum & Loop is a powerful looper and fully automated drum machine in one pedal. Practise your parts, work out solos, or build full songs, thanks to the Drum & Loop Pro's six hours of record time. Store and recall up to 256 loops in crisp, 24-bit audio - every layer you add is as clear and audible as the first.
Designed to spark your creativity, the Drum & Loop's 40 varied and vibrant drum patterns cover a range of styles, and even include footswitchable scrum fills.The convenient 'smart tap' footswitch automatically adjusts its behaviour to suit the situation, and can even detect the tempo of your audio for you. With a range of useful output options, including speaker cab simulation for your guitar signal, the JTC Dum & Loop Pro is the perfect tool for writing, performing, or just having fun.
Product Ref: 180314
Full Description
View Full DescriptionSimple, slick operation
Everything about the JTC Drum & Loop Pro is designed to make your life easy. Each of its many functions is adjusted via a simple, well labelled array of controls. As well as punching in and out of record mode as you might expect, the left main footswitch can be double-pressed, or pressed and held in various modes to clear your loops, undo the last layer, start and stop the loop track, or stop the playback altogether.
The right hand button controls your drum machine. It can be used to simply drop the drums in and out of a performance, or tapped during playback to add pre-programmed drum fills, for a natural, engaging performance.
Everything on show
A pair of mini-LED indicators make keeping track of the JTC's loop record status a breeze. Meanwhile, the 'Rhythm' LED flashes in time with the tempo during playback. The large digital display has many functions, showing all kinds of settings - from the selected memory bank to which of the two Start Modes is selected - as you adjust them. Having every parameter visible in this way makes this incredibly in-depth pedal one of the most user-friendly in its class.
Start and stop modes
There are two ways in which you can begin your Drum & Loop performance. In Normal-Record mode, the loop begins the moment you click the left footswitch, or switch to Auto-Record, which begins the loop recording the instant it detects a signal from your instrument. This is perfect for players with other pedals to adjust or engage at the same time
The JTC's four handy Stop Modes have their own indicator lights, and a dedicated button, allowing you to choose between them during playback and performance. Choose between a standard Instant Stop, Fine Stop, (which stops at the end of the current loop), One Shot mode (which plays the current loop once - ideal for backing tracks), and Fade Out, which applies a smooth, ten second fade to silence from the moment you engage it.
High fidelity
The NUX Drum & Loop Pro pedal has been conceived with audiophile musicians in mind. 24-bit recording ensures every nuance of your playing remains crystal clear, while industry-standard True Bypass and a fully analog dry signal maintain maximum character throughout your chain.
Your sound your way
A wealth of intuitive output options allow you to split the pedal's instrumental and drum signals in whatever way works best for your scenario.
For performers, the two signals can be sent via separate 1/4" jacks, allowing you to plug your guitar into an amp, while the drums go directly to the PA - with or without NUX's built-in drum frequency optimisation.
In the studio, cut out the need for an amp by applying the JTC's onboard cab simulator, or send both signals directly from both outputs for home rehearsal with one or two amplifiers. Whatever the musical scenario, NUX has thought of a routing option that lets you get the most out of the Drum & Loop Pro, with the minimum of fuss.
Perform with backing tracks
The NUV Drum & Loop Pro's micro-USB connectivity allows you to upload your own backing tracks and loops directly to the pedal from your device. Any song in WAV format can be added to the onboard library, and if you have an mp3, NUX even provides you with free software to convert it.
Once uploaded, your tracks can be used just like any other loop - with or without the onboard drum machine - ideal for karaoke-style performance, or fine-tuning your performances at home. The USB port also serves as a connection point for firmware updates, so you can keep your pedal in tip top condition.
Specifications
- Product Code: 62-90016
- Drum Patterns: 40 (25 4/4 beats, 10 3/4 drum beats, 5 shuffle beats)
- Max. Recording Time: 6 Hours
- Memory Banks: 256
- Max. Overdubs: Unlimited
- Inputs: Instrument Input (1/4" Mono Jack), Micro-B USB, External Footswitch (!/4" Jack)
- Outputs: LOut/Amp (1/4" Stereo Jack), ROut/Mixer (1/4" Stereo Jack)
- File Format: WAV (44.1kHz)
- Input Impedance: 1M ohm
- Output Impedance: 10K ohm
- Power Input: 9V DC, Center Negative, 500mA (power supply not included)
- Current Draw:
- Weight: 425g
- Dimensions: 105 × 115 × 57 mm (L x W x H)
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