NUX OPTIMA-AIR Dual-Switch Acoustic Guitar Simulator
NUX OPTIMA-AIR Dual-Switch Acoustic Guitar Simulator
NUX OPTIMA-AIR Dual-Switch Acoustic Guitar Simulator
NUX OPTIMA-AIR Dual-Switch Acoustic Guitar Simulator
NUX OPTIMA-AIR Dual-Switch Acoustic Guitar Simulator
NUX OPTIMA-AIR Dual-Switch Acoustic Guitar Simulator
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NUX OPTIMA-AIR Dual-Switch Acoustic Guitar Simulator

SKU OPTIMA-AIR
$229.99
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Monthly financing available · See options
Available to order – ships within 2-7 business days.
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14-day exchange policy · details
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About this item

NUX OPTIMA-AIR Dual-Switch Acoustic Guitar Simulator

NUX Optima Air is a dual-switch acoustic guitar simulator with a preamp for acoustic and electric guitar players. It simulates the acoustic guitar profiles with the best-optimized sound depending on your guitar and pickup type.

IR loader combined with a preamp which is equipped with 3-band EQ and Gain controls. And there is an additional one-knob-control Reverb effect. If you want to connect any effect pedal you can use the SEND/RETURN effect loop and add the Optima Air into the signal chain.

NUX Optima Air has a unique profile capture function, you can create your own acoustic guitar profile (IR file) by capturing your favorite acoustic guitar's sound

There is an XLR DI output for direct line/mixer connection, headphones output for silent play and auxiliary input to connect a music player to play along.

Optima Air Pre-amp

NUX Optima Air is equipped with a pre-amp that allows you to enhance your sound by using a 3-band equalizer.

The beauty of an analog circuit is that chaos makes the muse. While you tweak the knob, it affects itself and also other parameters.

Driven by NUX's white box algorithm (physical modeling) of Neve 1073, Optima Air can replicate the chaos in a compact size, while providing lots of features like USB audio stream, Reverb function, and IR Capture.

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Editor Software

You can load 3rd party IRs and edit preset names through editor software.

Optima Air also supports USB audio stream, which means you could use Optima Air as recording interface. You can adjust USB AUDIO routing through editor software. For WINDOWS operating system, please download NUX ASIO Driver from SUPPORT. The editor software offers you built-in LEVEL adjust knob, so you can tweak the 3rd party IR level.

  • 24-bit, 48-kHz Sampling Quality
  • Acoustic Guitar Impulse Response and Pre-Amp controls
  • 15 built-in acoustic guitar profiles with IR level control
  • 9 Preset Slots
  • Reverb effect
  • Gain, Bass, Middle and Treble controls
  • 6.35mm (1/4-inch) Send/Return, effects loop
  • 3.5mm (1/8-inch) Auxiliary input
  • 3.5mm (1/8-inch) Headphones input
  • XLR DI Out
  • Micro B USB Port for USB Audio Stream and Edit Software

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Make it play like yours

Our in-store repair shop can set this up before it leaves – string gauge, action, intonation and tuning, done to how you play. Already own one? Book a setup anytime.

Repairs & setups

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Shipping, returns & financing

Shipping Ships across Canada and to the USA. Orders are packed quickly, inspected and shipped with care – most in-stock orders ship within 2–7 business days.Shipping policy
Local pickup Pick up at Granata Music Roydon, 43 Roydon Place, Ottawa. Usually ready in 24 hours – we’ll email you when it’s ready.Hours & directions
Returns & exchanges 14-day exchange policy. See the refund policy for full conditions, including clearance and finish-flaw items.Refund policy
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Questions

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Granata Music Roydon
43 Roydon Place, Unit 4, Ottawa, ON

Mon–Fri 10–8 · Sat 10–7 · Sun 12–5

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Can I try it in-store before I buy?
Yes. Visit us at 43 Roydon Pl Unit 4, Nepean (across from Costco). Open 7 days: Mon–Fri 10–8, Sat 10–7, Sun 12–5. Call (613) 727-0727 to make sure it's on the floor.
Do you price match?
Yes. We'll match the verified price of any product from an authorized retailer in Canada. Call or message us with the listing.
Do you ship, or can I pick it up?
We ship across Canada and the U.S. by UPS, Canpar or Canada Post. Cost and delivery estimate show at checkout. Local? Choose ‘Pick Up’ at checkout to collect it in Nepean at no shipping charge.
What payment methods do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard and American Express online, or call (613) 727-0727 to order by phone with Visa or Mastercard.
What's your return policy?
Regular-priced items can be exchanged within 14 days at no charge, or returned within 7 days for a refund to your original payment method, less a 5% restocking fee. Please bring your receipt and the original packaging. Boxed gear can be opened to check it out, but must come back unused, undamaged and complete for a refund. Sale and clearance items, and anything bought with a discount code, are final sale.

Price match

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We make every effort to match prices from authorized Canadian retailers. Share the competitor's listing for this item and our team will review it.

Prefer to speak with someone? Call 613-727-0727 or visit us at 43 Roydon Pl, Unit 4, Nepean.

Why buy from Granata

The Granata advantage.

Ottawa's family-owned music store since 1984. Instruments, lessons, repairs and a recording studio under one roof, with a knowledgeable team to support you before and after your purchase.

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7-day refunds

Most regular-priced items are eligible for a refund within 7 days, issued to the original payment method.

5% restocking fee applies · Receipt and original packaging required
14-day exchanges

Regular-priced items may be exchanged within 14 days at no charge.

Some items are exchange-only or final sale. See return details.
Price match

We make every effort to match prices from authorized Canadian retailers.

Try before you commit

Boxed items such as amplifiers, pedals and keyboards may be opened for inspection.

Must be returned unused and complete to qualify for a refund.

Buying with us

Expert adviceOur team can help you choose the right instrument or accessory in store.
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Prices in CADAll prices are in Canadian dollars. Taxes are calculated at checkout.

Getting it home

In-store pickupOrder online and pick up in store. We're located across from Costco, with parking right outside.
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Open 7 days a weekMonday to Friday 10 am–8 pm, Saturday 10 am–7 pm, Sunday 12–5 pm.

Service after the sale

In-house repairsRepairs and setups are completed on site. An estimate is provided when your instrument is checked in.
Lessons under one roofGuitar, piano, voice, drums, bass, violin and more. Your first trial lesson is free.
Studio & rehearsal roomsBook recording time at Granata Studios or rent a rehearsal room by the hour.

Community

Family-run since 1984Founded by Nello Granata and run by his son, Gino, since 2008.
4.8★ on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 across 395 Google reviews.
Open mic nightsWe host open mic nights in store. Visit our blog for upcoming dates.
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Returns & exchanges

Changed your mind?

Regular-priced items may be exchanged within 14 days, and most are eligible for a refund within 7 days.

  • 14-day exchanges: Regular-priced items may be exchanged within 14 days at no charge.
  • 7-day refunds: Most regular-priced items are eligible for a refund within 7 days, issued to the original payment method. A 5% restocking fee applies. Please provide your receipt and the original packaging.
  • Boxed items: Items such as amplifiers, pedals and keyboards may be opened for inspection. To qualify for a refund, they must be returned unused, undamaged and complete in the original box.
  • Exchange only: Books, sheet music, opened packaged accessories and any item that comes into contact with the mouth are eligible for exchange only.
  • Non-returnable: For hygiene reasons, drums, humidifiers, strings, cymbals, reeds, and brass and woodwind instruments cannot be refunded or exchanged.
  • Final sale: Sale and clearance items, and items purchased with a discount code, are final sale and cannot be refunded or exchanged.
  • Shipping: Shipping charges are non-refundable.
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