The Original Red Keyboards COMBO ORGANCOMBO • SYNTHESIZERS • Handmade DMI Clavia AB Sweden in by STAGE PIANOS PIANOS STAGE PRODUCT CATALOG 2016
Nord Keyboards Product Catalog 2016 The Nord factory is located in the creative area of Stockholm also known as SoFo, in the district of Södermalm. With everything located in the same building, communication between development and production is only a matter of walk- ing a few meters. We are proud to say all our Nord products are assembled by hand and they all go through a series of tough tests to ensure they’ll be ready for a long and happy life ‘on the road’. CONTENTS
STAGE PIANOS NORD PIANO 3 6 NEW
NORD STAGE 2 EX 12
NORD ELECTRO 5 20
SYNTHESIZERS NORD LEAD A1 28
NORD LEAD 4 36
NORD DRUM 3P 44 NEW
COMBO ORGAN NORD C2D 48
SOUND LIBRARIES 56
Manufacturer: Clavia DMI AB, Box 4214, SE-102 65 Stockholm, Sweden Phone: +46 8 442 73 60 | Fax: +46 8 644 26 50 | Email: [email protected] | www.nordkeyboards.com
3 COMPANY HISTORY
IT ALL STARTED BACK IN 1983...
In 1983 founder Hans Nordelius created the Digital introducing stunning emulations of classic vintage Chamberlin. The Electro 3 became one of the most In 2013 we celebrated our 30th anniversary as a musical Percussion Plate 1 – the first drum pad allowing for electro-mechanical instruments with a level of successful products we’ve ever made. instrument company by releasing the Nord Lead 4, Nord dynamic playing using sampled sounds. The DPP1 portability generally not associated with the original In 2010 the streamlined Nord Piano was introduced, Drum 2, Nord Pad and the Nord Piano 2 HP! At NAMM was an instant success and soon thereafter the instruments… a lightweight stage piano that featured advanced 2014 we announced the Nord Lead A1 – our award- brand name ddrum was introduced. The innovative String Resonance and the unique Nord Triple Pedal winning analog modeling synthesizer. 2015 began with the ddrum pads featured real heads and hoops and The Nord Stage surfaced in 2005, combining with pedal noise. release of the Nord Electro 5 – a redefined classic and gained huge popularity – many people still regard many of Clavia’s new areas of expertise in one – We let the Nord Stage 2 out of the bag at NAMM the first Nord instrument ever with a large OLED display. them as the best digital drum triggering system acoustic and electric piano sounds, organ emula- 2011, sporting a new synth section with sample We also updated our flagship model in the Nord Stage 2 around! tions, effects and even a synthesizer! playback support, more memory, the C2 organ EX including doubled memory for Nord Piano Library and a simulation and the Nord Piano Pedal Noise. Nord new HP76 model. In 1995 Clavia released its first synthesizer, the The Nord C1 Combo Organ saw the light in Stage 2 raised the bar for how a Stage piano should Nord Lead. Its unique take on emulation of analog 2005, incorporating our 2nd generation tone sound and behave. 2012 was an adventurous year We’ve come a long way from the little basement workshop synthesis, combining a distinctive sound with an wheel modeling, rotating speaker simulation, dual for us, with the launch of the Nord C2D, our first we started out in back in 1983 – a journey fueled by curios intuitive user interface made it an instant classic. manuals and surprisingly lightweight (15kg). Nord organ with physical draw bars as well as the virtual ity, persistence, dedication and love for music! Magnus Kjellander joined Clavia in -96 and brought Wave took the Nord Lead-concept to a new level analog drum synthesizer Nord Drum. On top of with him a new approach to the company in terms in 2007 with its capability to use any audio file as that we also released the Nord Electro 4 family of software design. The Nord Modular, released an oscillator source in a virtual analog environment, with the acclaimed Nord C2D tone wheel simula- in 1997 was the first digital modular synthesizer, combined with the compact, user friendly interface tion and introduced the Nord Piano 2 that allowed possibly the most flexible, innovative synthesizer of a Nord product. splitting and layering sounds from the Nord Sample that has ever been on the market. In 2008 we released the Nord Electro 3 and the Library. In 2001 the first Nord Electro was released, exclusively licensed sounds from the Mellotron and The Nord Crew with one of the first Nord Electro 5D units to come off the assembly line, March 2015.
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PIANO SECTION SAMPLE SYNTH EFFECT SECTION The Nord Piano 3 features 1 GB of memory dedicated to The Sample Synth section in the Nord Piano 3 supports The Nord Piano 3 Effect section features great, tweakable the exclusive sounds from the Nord Piano Library, doubled the Nord Sample Library 2.0 - our essential selection of effects for instantly adding some dirt, glimmer or atmo- capacity from the Nord Piano 2, filled with uniquely sam- high quality sampled sounds from a wide range of genres sphere to your sound. All effects are in Stereo. HIGHLIGHTS THE NORD PIANO 3 EXPERIENCE pled acoustic and electric instruments, with lots of velocity including the exclusively licensed sounds of the Mellotron • Nord Virtual Hammer Action Technology for By adding a third sensor to the keybed, key EXTENDED TRIGGERING RANGE levels and dynamic control - all of them carefully selected and Chamberlin. Effect 1 - Pan, Tremolo, Wah-wah and Ring Modulator. All greatly improved key response movements can be determined with stun- for their specific and individual character. effects can be controlled with a Control Pedal. The new keyboard technology makes both top and bottom The Nord Sample Library 2.0 is constantly updated and • 88-note Triple Sensor keybed with improved virtual ning precision. The result is a keyboard Effect 2 - Phaser, Flanger, Chorus, a new Vibe effect and hammer triggering possible, resulting in amazing control when play- Our stunning Factory Bank features 7 Grand Pianos, 5 new additions can be downloaded for free! grand weighted action action action that handles dynamic playing with two selectable depths for each effect. technology ing percussively as well as pianissimo with the keys pressed Upright Pianos, 11 Electric Pianos, Clavinet and Harp- • 2-part multitimbral (Piano/Sample) amazing control, at any velocity level. The Delay - Stereo delay effect with Tap Tempo button down almost all the way. sichords. Replacing the sounds in your Nord Piano 3 is Visit nordkeyboards.com/nordsamplelibrary to learn more • Layer/Split functionality Nord exclusive Virtual Hammer Action Three band EQ, with sweepable mid simply a matter of dragging and dropping files in the Nord and to listen to the sounds available! • Nord Piano Library support Technology simulates the hammer movements in a Grand Compressor/Amp - Twin, JC, Small, Compressor and a Sound Manager for Mac and Windows, included with every • Nord Sample Library support Piano, delivering outstanding GRAND WEIGHTED ACTION new Tube Overdrive effect. instrument. • Advanced String Resonance (Gen 2) authenticity and dynamic response. The keybed has added weight for improved dynamic control Each of the effects sections can be assigned to either the • Pedal Noise providing authentic Piano touch and feel. Each keybed in ev- See nordkeyboards.com/nordpianolibrary for a guided Piano or Sample Synth section. • Long Release REPETITIONS ery Nord Piano 3 is calibrated at the Nord factory to ensure video tour on how to transfer sounds! • Effects section an even response by every individual key. The Nord Virtual Hammer Action Technology enables you • USB MIDI Master Effects to produce a new note without lifting the key completely, al- Reverb with six modes - Room, Stage, Hall each with a lowing for smoother repetitions as the tone is not completely Bright option. dampened between the strokes. Just like the fluent transi- tions of an acoustic grand piano action.
8 9 STAGE PIANOS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SOFT CASE Keep your Nord instrument in perfect shape with GLOBAL EFFECTS SECTION the ultimate soft case, featuring a plush interior, thick padding, and the distinctive Nord red color. • OLED Display Effect 1 The large-sized pocket can hold all your cables • 4 banks with 50 programs - 200 locations • Pan, Tremolo, Wah and Ring Modulator and accessories, including the Keyboard Stand • Organize functionality for programs • Three selectable depths for the Pan and Tremolo, rate controlled EX and Music Stand. • Live Mode - 5 Live programs with the Effect 1 Rate knob • Global Transpose: +/- 6 semitones • Tremolo, Pan, Ring-Mod and Wah can be controlled with Control The Soft Case 88 features mid-level carrying • Program Transpose: +/- 6 semitones Pedal handles and wheels. • Fine-tune: +/- 50 Cents Effect 2 • Kbd Touch: 4 velocity response curves • Phaser 1, Phaser 2, Flanger, Chorus 1, Chorus 2 and Vibe • Triple Sensor keybed with Virtual Hammer Action Technology • Two selectable depths for each effect • Split functionality with selectable split point and LED indication • Amp Simulations, Comp and EQ • Layer functionality • Comp/Amp - three amp/speaker simulations, Tube Overdrive • Mono Output option • Drive/Compression amount controlled with the Drive knob • Dynamic Sustain Pedal action with the included Nord Triple Pedal • Three band EQ, with sweepable mid. +/- 15 dB gain/attenuation Soft Case Piano 88 • USB-MIDI Master Effects • Free OS updates • Dedicated Reverb with Room, Stage and Hall algorithms, each with an additional Bright mode Wood Keyboard Stand PIANO SECTION • Dedicated Delay Effect - Rate, Amount and Tap-tempo function WOOD KEYBOARD STAND • 6 types - Grand, Upright, Electric Piano 1, Electric Piano 2, Clavi- net and Harpsichord. CONNECTIONS Elegant matte laquered Keyboard Stand in a partially solid wood construction • Each category can contain up to 9 different models. • 2 Audio outputs L & R - ¼”, 6,35 mm jacks, unbalanced for excellent stability. Bottom metal plate accomodates the Nord Triple Pedal. Dust Cover • Organize functionality for piano sounds • 1 Monitor input - 1/8”, 3,5 mm stereo jack Fixed at standard Grand Piano height. • 40/60 Voices Polyphony (stereo/mono pianos) • 1 Headphone output - ¼”, 6,35 mm stereo jack DUST COVER • Advanced String Resonance (Generation 2) - adjustable amount • 1 Piano pedal input - ¼”, 6,35 mm jack. Use the included Nord Cover and protect your Nord unit with the matching Dust Cover. • Selectable Soft Release for Grand, Upright, Electric Pianos and Triple Pedal or a momentary pedal, like e.g, Roland DP-2, DP-6, Harpsichord Yamaha FC-4, FC-5, Fatar VFP1-25 etc • Selectable Pedal Noise for Grand, Upright and Electric Pianos • 1 Volume Pedal input - ¼”, 6,35 mm TRS stereo jack. 1 - adjustable amount Use a Control/Expression pedal like e.g. Yamaha FC-7, Roland • Octave Transpose: -1/+1 EV-5 etc. SAMPLE SYNTH SECTION • MIDI In, MIDI Out - 5 pin DIN connectors • USB - type B connector - for transferring sounds and USB-MIDI • 15 Voices Polyphony Music Stand EX • IEC C14 power connector • Organize functionality for samples • Amp envelope with Attack and Decay/Release DIMENSIONS MUSIC STAND EX • Selectable velocity sensitive low pass filter and dynamic range • Nord Piano 3: 1287 mm (50.7”), 121 mm (4.8”), 340 mm (13.4”) The strong, metal Music Stand EX attaches to mounts included on the back • Octave Transpose: -1/+3 • Pedal: 264 mm (10.4”), 224 mm (8.8”), 70 mm (2.8”) of your instrument, and can accommodate four sheets of music. The stand is • Sustenuto pedal can be set as sustain or latch pedal for the WEIGHT easily mounted without the use of any tools, and can be fitted in the soft case Sample Synth section. for transport. Dimensions: 70 x 25 cm (27.6 x 9.8"). • Volume controllable with Volume Pedal (not included) • Nord Piano 3: 18,2 kg (40.3 lbs) • Pedal: 2 kg (4.4 lbs) MEMORY INCLUDED ACCESSORIES • Approx. 1 GB dedicated to the Nord Piano Library • Approx. 256 MB dedicated to the Nord Sample Library 2.0 • Nord Triple Pedal • User Manual • Power cord Keyboard Stand EX FREE UPGRADES • Nord Piano Library v5 DVD-ROM • Nord Sample Library 2.0 DVD-ROM OS upgrades, pianos and samples The crystal clear OLED display provides an excellent overview when KEYBOARD STAND EX can be downloaded free of charge from www.nordkeyboards.com selecting or editing Sounds, Effects and Programs on stage. The Nord Piano 3 can be fitted with legs reminiscent of a classic electric piano. They are very easy to assemble and disassemble for transport. The stand has two selectable heights.
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HIGHLIGHTS ORGAN SECTION PIANO SECTION SYNTH SECTION • 6-part multitimbral, 2 Organs, 2 Pianos, the original mechanical drawbars. This gives you the ad- 2 Synths. vantage of always having the correct drawbar settings after The Synth engine itself offers classic subtractive synthe- changing preset. For Organ sounds only, the Stage 2 EX’s sis with dual saw, hard sync and pulse wave modulation, • Nord Piano Library and Nord Sample key bed is programmed to respond at its highest trigger three-operator FM synthesis with 32 different modulation Library support. position, resulting in authentic feel and allowing lightning frequencies, Wavetable synthesis with 62 waveforms and • Advanced String Resonance and fast organ techniques. Sample based synthesis. A great-sounding multimode Pedal Noise. filter features 12 and 24dB low pass, high pass, band pass • B3 Tone-Wheel simulation. and notch filters. And with an Amp envelope, Modulation • Rotary speaker simulation. envelope, an LFO, and Unison control, the Stage 2 EX’s synth capabilities are hugely powerful, delivering amazing • Versatile synthesizer section with Sub- on-stage sound. tractive, FM, Wavetable synthesis and sample playback. • Morph function for assigning multiple The Nord Stage 2 EX’s organ model is The Nord Stage 2 EX features 1 GB The Stage 2 EX’s powerful new synthe- parameters to modulation wheel, based on the analysis of the signals from memory dedicated for the sounds of our sizer engine was built from the DNA of the aftertouch or control pedal. each of the 91 spinning discs inside sev- unique Nord Piano Library, that thanks to Nord Wave. Capable of classic subtractive eral original instruments and painstaking our state-of-the-art sampling techniques synthesis, three operator FM synthesis, • Comprehensive Effects section, layer work on understanding exactly how all the capture the extraordinary nuances and Wavetable synthesis and, crucially, com- up to six effects simultaneously. components interact with each other. The virtual circuitry real character of the individual source instruments. patibility with the Nord Sample Library. • External section for using the reacts not only to the settings on the panel but also during Combined with our Advanced String Resonance and The Nord Sample Library not only gives Nord Stage 2 EX as a master keyboard. the real time performance. The Stage 2 EX will faithfully compatibility with the optional Nord Triple Pedal that adds Stage 2 EX owners access to over 1000 • Expanded Live Mode with 5 locations. reproduce the important foldback and energy robbing Dynamic Pedal Noise, the result is breathtaking realism and world-class sounds – the included Nord • Built-in USB-MIDI interface. characteristics; the latter will produce the gentle compres- an unsurpassed expressiveness. Sample Editor even allows for user- sion effect that makes those lovely smears absolutely created samples to be loaded into the • Three models; 88, HP76 and Compact. wonderful. There are 3 tone wheel modes that allow you Another great feature in the Nord Stage 2 instrument. to switch from a clean, factory spec’d instrument to a worn EX is the selectable Long Release – when and battered workhorse with many years of touring. enabled you will get a slightly longer The Synth section also features a dedicat-
The Nord Stage 2 EX features an award-winning release more suitable for legato playing. ed Hold-button and a versatile arpeggiator We also created carefully modeled emulations of two of the simulation of a vintage Rotary Speaker. with a wide variety of ranges and direc- most famous transistor organs from the 1960’s, the Vox In addition to vivid acoustic Grand and tions. The arpeggiator can be synced to Continental and the Farfisa Compact. Upright pianos, the Piano section also the Stage 2 EX’s Master Clock for perfect Alongside the organ’s themselves, the Stage 2 EX features features some of the finest, most desirable timing with other elements of the Stage 2 The entire Nord Piano Library and Nord Sample Library is included on DVDs and new additions can be down- our advanced rotary speaker simulation. Incorporating vintage electric pianos. The Stage 2 EX’s EX, including its effects. loaded free from nordkeyboards.com. the acoustic variations that occur as a physical rotating piano sounds are future-proof thanks spreads the sound around in a room, they bring the Stage to its compatibility with the Nord Piano Library. This free 2 EX’s organs to life with remarkable realism. In terms of online library is continuously updated with both upgraded control, “Draw buttons” and LED bar graphs have replaced existing pianos and all-new pianos to keep your instrument constantly renewed.
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EXTERN SECTION EFFECT SECTION EFFECT 2 The two Phasers, two Choruses, the Flanger and Vibe effect are all modeled after the classic analog stomp boxes that has defined the sound of popular music. These swirling Phasers, metallic Flangers, and thick Choruses are crystal clear and faithfully simulated on the Nord Stage 2 EX.
DELAY A delay unit is included to create haunting echoes or slap back effects. The delay also supports a ping-pong mode, and the tempo can easily be adjusted with the tap-tempo button, or synced to the master clock. The delay even has an Analog The Nord Stage 2 EX wouldn’t be a master The Stage 2 EX incorporates all the effects required to cover a mode for creating classic “warped” sounds when changing keyboard if it couldn’t control external devices musicians’ needs. All of the three instrument sections - Organ, the delay rate on repeats. with ease. The Extern Section lets you seamlessly Piano and Synth - can be routed individually through the integrate external MIDI-gear with the Stage 2 Stage 2 EX’s built-in effect units. Turning the effects on and AMP SIMULATION & EQUALIZER EX’s built-in instruments. Zones, splits and layers off, and controlling the routing is easily done by a touch of This effect section combines a three-band equalizer with a are handled exactly as if the external equip- dedicated buttons, readily accessible at the bottom of each sophisticated amplifier and speaker cabinet modeler. Classic ment was a part of the Stage 2 itself. The Extern effects unit. amplifiers and speakers are a crucial part to make vintage settings are saved together with Programs so Electric piano sounds come alive. Nord offers the famous advanced setups can be immediately recalled in The Master Clock function makes it easy to sounds of speaker simulations of a Twin Reverb, a Jazz real-time during a performance. You can even use sync the arpeggiator, LFO or even one of the Chorus 120 and a Wurlitzer speaker. When no Amp Model the Extern Section to automatically transmit Bank other effects to each other. You can easily is selected, the unit provides a neutral three-band EQ with Select and Program Change messages to your lock the effect rate to a range of note values sweepable mid and a crunchy overdrive. external units. – make the delay do quarter note triplets of what arpeggiator is playing, while the LFO gently sweeps the filter up and down in half notes, all perfectly interlocked. The ROTARY SPEAKER Master Clock can also be controlled by an external MIDI clock The advanced Rotary Speaker simulation adds an essential – perfect for syncing your parts to a backing track, including character to organ sounds and also be used with the piano tempo changes! and synth section.
EFFECT 1 MASTER EFFECTS Choose from Tremolo, two Wahs, an Auto-Wah, and an A Compressor and a Reverb are placed at the end of the AutoPan. Use the AutoWah with a Clavinet for raw funk licks, sound chain, to help you blend your sounds more naturally to- create a psychedelic vibe with an Electric Piano on AutoPan, gether. The Reverb unit has six different Hall, Stage and Room or give a Wurlitzer some body using the Tremolo. There’s even spaces to create different atmospheres for your sounds, while a Ring Modulator on board, an effect used by many experi- the Compressor helps you keep the overall mix tight and mental and electronic musicians. under control.
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KEYBEDS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SYNTH SECTION KEYBOARD INCLUDED ACCESSORIES • Master Level Control • Sample Playback synthesis: approx.. 380 Megabytes • 88: 88 Hammer Action Weighted keys (A-C) • User Manual • Wooden Pitch Stick of sample memory, up to 999 Sample Instruments. • HP76: 76 Hammer Action Portable keys (E-G) • Dust cover (88 and HP76 only) • Modulation Wheel • Analog synthesis: Multiple waveforms - including • Compact: 73 Semi Weighted Waterfall keys (E-E) • Sustain pedal (88 and HP76 only) • 400 Programs - 4 Banks with 20 Pages each. Each Dual Saw, Hard Sync and PWM • Aftertouch • Power cord Page has 5 Program locations • FM synthesis: 2 & 3 Operator FM synthesis Supports 3 split zones with visual LED indication • Nord Sample and Piano DVDs • Program Categories • Wavetables synthesis: 62 waveforms • USB cord • Program Sort Modes - numerical, alphabetical or by • 18 Voices polyphony CONNECTIONS category • Unison control - with no reduction in polyphony • 4 Assignable Audio Outputs - ¼", 6.35 mm jacks, DIMENSIONS • 5 Live Buffers • Amplitude envelope unbalanced • Nord Stage 2 EX 88: 1287 x 118 x 334 mm • 2 Individual Slot Setups • Modulation envelope • Stereo Headphone output - ¼", 6.35 mm stereo jack • (50.7 x 4.7 x 13”) • 3 Morph sources (Modulation Wheel, Control Pedal, • 12 & 24 dB Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass and • 1 Monitor input - 1/8", 3.5 mm stereo jack • Nord Stage 2 EX HP76: 1122 x 127 x 347 mm Aftertouch) Notch Filter with Resonance • Sustain Pedal - ¼", 6.35 mm jack. Use a momentary (44 x 5 x 13,6”) • Global Mono output • LFO with 4 waveforms (square, triangle, ramp and pedal, like e.g, Roland DP-2, DP-6, Yamaha FC4, • Nord Stage 2 EX Compact: 1070 x 104 x 302 mm • Programmable Transpose +/- 6 semitones sample & hold) FC5, Fatar VFP1-25 etc. (42 x 4 x 12") • Master Clock functionality with manual, external and • 300 Patch memory locations • Sustain input compatible with Nord Triple Pedal (sold tap-tempo rate control • Arpeggiator (Up, Down, Up-Down and Random). separately) HAMMER ACTION HAMMER ACTION PORTABLE (HP) SEMI WEIGHTED WATERFALL • Internal and MIDI clock source Range: 1, 2, 3 or 4 octaves. • Rotor Pedal - ¼", 6.35 mm jack. Use a momentary WEIGHT • Built-in USB MIDI-interface • LFO and Arpeggiator synchronizable to Master Clock pedal or a switch type pedal The 2 EX 88 keybed uses our top-of-the-line fully weighted hammer ac- The 2 EX HP76 keybed uses amazingly portable weighted hammer The 2 EX Compact keybed type uses semi weighted organ type keys • Nord Stage 2 EX 88: 18.5 kg (41 lbs) • 2-Part Multi-timbral • Organ Swell Pedal - ¼", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack. tion piano keys. Perfect for electric and acoustic piano sounds, but also action piano keys. Perfect for electric and acoustic piano sounds, but with a rounded “waterfall” tip, brilliant for rapid organ shredding and • Nord Stage 2 EX HP76: 12,4 kg (27,3 lbs) Use a Control/Expression pedal like e.g. Yamaha works great for organ playing. Key range A-C. also works great for organ playing. Key range E-G. synthesizer licks, but also plays nice with piano sounds. Key range E-E. ORGAN SECTION • Nord Stage 2 EX Compact: 9.7 kg (21,4 lbs) FC7, Roland EV-7, Roland EV-5, Korg EXP2 or Korg • B3 Tone wheel Organ, Vox Continental and Farfisa GLOBAL PARAMETERS XVP10. models with full polyphony • Level control • Control Pedal - ¼", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use a • 9 digitally controlled Drawbars • Zone (split assignment) control Specifications subject to change without notice. Control/Expression pedal like e.g. Yamaha FC7, Ro- • Percussion controls land EV-7, Roland EV-5, Korg EXP2 or Korg XVP10. • Vibrato / Chorus control EFFECTS • MIDI In - 5 pin DIN connectors • Two Drawbar settings per program • MIDI Out - 5 pin DIN connectors • 2-Part Multi-timbral (2 manuals) • Effect 1: Ring Modulator, Tremolo, Pan, Wah 1, Wah • USB - type B connector Music Stand EX 2, AutoWah OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES • Effect 2: Flanger, Vibe, 2 Phasers, 2 Choruses • IEC320 C7 power connector PIANO SECTION • Delay - with Ping Pong (stereo taps) and Tap-Tempo KEYBOARD STAND EX MUSIC STAND EX • 1 GB for Piano sounds • 3 types of Speaker simulations, JC, Twin and Small The Nord Stage 2 EX 88/HP76 can be fitted with legs An easily attachable music stand is also available for • Acoustic Grand Pianos • Tube amp simulation with adjustable overdrive reminiscent of a classic electric piano. They are very the 88/HP76 models. • Upright Pianos • 3-band Equalizer with sweepable mid. EQ ranges: • Electric Pianos 100 Hz, 200 Hz - 8 kHz and 4 kHz easy to assemble and disassemble for transport. The SUSTAIN PEDAL stand has two selectable heights. • Wurlitzer A200 Electric Piano • Rotary Speaker: selectable speed (Stop, Slow and FREE UPGRADES Sustain pedal. Included with Stage 2 EX 88/HP76. • Clavinet D6 Fast) and separate overdrive OS upgrades, pianos and samples WOOD KEYBOARD STAND • Harpsichords • Effect rates/tempo can be synchronized to the can be downloaded free of charge Elegant matte laquered Keyboard Stand in a partially • Electric Grand Pianos incl. CP-80 Master Clock from www.nordkeyboards.com NORD TRIPLE PEDAL • DX Electric Pianos solid wood construction for excellent stability. Bottom Nord MASTER EFFECTS The Nord Triple Pedal features a unique dynamic Sus- Triple Pedal • 40-60 Voices Polyphony metal plate accomodates the Nord Triple Pedal. Fixed Wood Keyboard Stand • Compressor at standard Grand Piano height. tain pedal enabling the Pedal Noise-feature, a sostenuto • 4 Selectable Velocity Curves pedal for sustaining selected notes and a Soft Pedal. Keyboard Stand EX • Clavinet EQ controls • Reverb - 6 algorithms SOFT CASE • String Resonance, Generation 2 A semi-hard, padded, custom sized soft case is avail- DUST COVER (on Acoustic Grand Pianos and Uprights) able for safe and comfortable transportation. • Selectable Piano Release The soft case for the Stage 2 EX 88/HP76 Cover and protect your Nord unit with the matching • Pedal Noise when used with Nord Triple Pedal models also features wheels. Dust Cover. Included with Stage 2 EX 88/HP76. (optional accessory) on selected acoustic and Sustain Pedal Dust Cover Soft Case 76/88 electric pianos • Slot Detune functionality • 2-Part Multi-timbral 18 19 STAGE PIANOS
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