The NUX Optima Air (NAI-5) is a dual-switch acoustic guitar simulator and preamp designed to enhance the sound of both acoustic and electric guitars,
Key Features:
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Acoustic Guitar Simulation: The Optima Air simulates acoustic guitar profiles, optimizing the sound based on your guitar and pickup type, It combines an Impulse Response (IR) loader with a preamp, allowing you to load 3rd party IRs and customize your tone,
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Built-In Profiles: It includes 15 built-in acoustic guitar profiles with IR level control, providing a variety of tonal options to suit different playing styles and genres,
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User Presets: The pedal offers 9 preset slots, enabling you to save and recall your customized settings easily during performances or recording sessions,
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Comprehensive Controls: Equipped with controls for Reverb, IR Level, Gain, Bass, Middle, and Treble, the Optima Air allows for precise tonal shaping to achieve your desired sound,
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Versatile Connectivity: The pedal features a 6,3 mm input and output, send and return jacks for integrating external effects, a micro USB port for firmware updates and preset management, an XLR DI output for direct connection to mixing consoles, an auxiliary input for backing tracks, and a headphone output for silent practice,
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Additional Features: The Optima Air includes a built-in reverb effect to add depth to your sound and supports battery operation for enhanced portability,
The NUX Optima Air is designed to provide guitarists with a versatile tool for achieving high-quality acoustic tones, whether performing live, recording, or practicing,
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