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Nord Lead 2X AC Input Mod Like The Killers

Postby gio1009 » 09 Nov 2017, 21:30

So, i noted that Brandon Flowers from the Killers seems to have modded his 2X Power Cable insert by moving it to the left about 4-5 inches so that the keyboard fits flush against the back of the Ultimate Stand he uses. Without this mod, the power cable will not allow the board to be flush against the back of the stand. Having a NL2X myself and an Ultimate Stand i just bought, i might be interested in the mod so that power cable does not protrude on the center of the back of the board. Has anyone heard of this or it is a simple mod? Here is photo...
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Re: Nord Lead 2X AC Input Mod Like The Killers

Postby Muied Lumens » 10 Nov 2017, 14:34

It was probably done by his tech. It is a simple mod, if you know what you are doing. Don't try this if you are not qualified for it.

Inside, the keyboard is empty on that side, so there is a lot of space to work with.

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Re: Nord Lead 2X AC Input Mod Like The Killers

Postby Ledbetter » 12 Nov 2017, 22:14

You can get a replacement power cord with a 90 degree connector. I got a couple from Amazon. Also got a bit of extra length.
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Re: Nord Lead 2X AC Input Mod Like The Killers

Postby gio1009 » 13 Nov 2017, 07:02

Ledbetter wrote:You can get a replacement power cord with a 90 degree connector. I got a couple from Amazon. Also got a bit of extra length.

I couldn't find it on Amazon. Do you have a link? Thanks!
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Re: Nord Lead 2X AC Input Mod Like The Killers

Postby Ledbetter » 13 Nov 2017, 08:03

The one I bought is no longer available, but there are others. Search for

"Unpolarized 18 AWG C7 to NEMA 1-15 power cable"

This one looks like it will work:

https://www.amazon.com/CableCreation-An ... 1-15+cable
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Re: Nord Lead 2X AC Input Mod Like The Killers

Postby gio1009 » 21 Nov 2017, 02:27

Ledbetter wrote:The one I bought is no longer available, but there are others. Search for

"Unpolarized 18 AWG C7 to NEMA 1-15 power cable"

This one looks like it will work:

https://www.amazon.com/CableCreation-An ... 1-15+cable

What's the difference between a polarized cable and an unpolarized one? Will it make a difference on the 2X?
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Re: Nord Lead 2X AC Input Mod Like The Killers

Postby Ledbetter » 21 Nov 2017, 03:31

Polarized (sometimes called "differentiated") AC cables have one prong larger than the other, like most lamps, etc. Nord does not use a polarized cable on the 2X.
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