NUX Trident

Following the success of the Cerberus, NUX designed the new Trident NME-5 as a logical further development, offering even greater versatility. At the same time, the sound has been enhanced to even higher resolution. The Trident features two powerful DSPs on board - one for effects and one for amp modeling. The TSAC-4K amp modeling features an algorithm that is twice as complex as the Cerberus (white-box physical modeling). The Trident's construction also meets high-end standards in every respect, both in terms of its one-piece chassis made of robust aluminum and its carefully selected components. To deliver a naturally direct and extremely low-noise sound, the Trident is equipped with premium A/D and D/A converters.

The Trident's increased demands on amplifier and effect modeling have been implemented in extreme detail - for example, by emulating all four inputs on certain amplifiers and simulating their various possible combinations using patch cables (a typical example is patching the inputs of a Plexi amp). Amp modeling, cabinets, modulation effects, delays, reverbs, and other effects can be freely configured within the ten effect blocks. The combination possibilities are virtually endless, opening up no limits to sound creation and experimentation. If the implemented impulse responses (IRs) are still not sufficient, the Trident has 32 memory locations for importing additional IRs via the integrated USB port. The built-in looper offers even more possibilities - for example, for practice or songwriting sessions. It allows loops of up to 30 seconds in length with unlimited overdubs and the option to play individual loops before or after the effects!

In terms of ergonomics and settings, the NUX Trident was designed for simple and intuitive operation. A total of 10 footswitches allow you to navigate between presets and functions: switching between banks/presets, controlling the blocks (Boost/FX/Mod/Delay/Reverb), and accessing the numerous looper functions and the built-in tuner. The Amp/IRs, Mod/FX, and Delay/Reverb blocks feature physical potentiometers and dedicated toggle switches for selecting effects and adjusting parameters. The bright LCD display is surrounded by two rotary controls for editing and saving the Trident's presets and options. A small potentiometer on the back of the case also allows you to adjust the pedal's master volume to suit connected amps, mixers, or interfaces.

The NUX Trident offers everything you need for a gig or in the studio: two XLR DI outputs (with ground lift) for direct connection to a mixer or powered speakers, two TRS outputs for connecting to a guitar amp, a headphone output for silent playing, a TRS socket for controlling an optional expression pedal, a TRS effects loop, and a mini-jack aux input for backing tracks. The Trident can also handle MIDI signals via a mini-jack input and output (adapters to 5-pin DIN connectors are included). The USB-C port serves as an audio interface (for recording, reamping, or live streaming), as well as for updating firmware, managing third-party IRs, and editing presets using the free Trident Editor software.