Jun 12, 2018 the nord stage is a digital keyboard or stage piano, manufactured by clavia digital music instruments of stockholm in sweden. Nord intros flagship stage 3 keyboard at musikmesse 2017, nord introduced the nord stage 3, the fifth generation of their stage series. The nord stage 2 is compatible with the nord sample library and also the nord sample editor software that lets you create your own sample instruments, for infinite possibilities. X filter frequency the m filter is a four pole, 24 dboctave, resonating lowpass filter. With an amazingly lightweight design and all the sounds youll need, the nord stage 3 88 is an outstanding performance instrument.
If this sounds familiar, its because native instruments provide the same extra tonewheel sets for their b4 and b4 ii software organs. Oct 29, 2014 full compass is a major national retailer of pro audio, video, av, lighting and musical instruments. There have been five editions of the instrument as. Utilizing their very latest piano, organ and synthesizer sound generation technology, combined with a well thoughtout, userfriendly interface, a 73note semiweighted waterfall keyboard, and an almost obsessive level of quality control, this stage 2 keyboard truly sets itself apart as an instrument for professional.
My previous decision was to by an electro 6d 73 to use it. It is comparing the stage ex with the stage 2, but the only difference between the stage 88 and the stage ex is a paint job and memory capacity 128mb to 256mb. Combined with nord piano library compatibility the nord stage 2 is an instrument that offers huge expandability. Nord stage 2 ex and nord stage 2 full update history can be found here. The stand is easily mounted without the use of any. Unfortunately, in practice, its actually much harder on the eyes, as each formerly distinct section of the nord s front panel now blends into one a nightmare in dark lighting. Apr 05, 2017 nord intros flagship stage 3 keyboard at musikmesse 2017, nord introduced the nord stage 3, the fifth generation of their stage series. My previous decision was to by an electro 6d 73 to use it as a light weight bottom keyboard for pianos and organs. This is my first nord, but boy it will definitely wont be my last as im already considering buying the stage 3 88 for the bands studio. Piano, organ and synthesizer, all of which can be used simultaneously. Nord stage manager, free nord stage manager software downloads, page 3. Nords awardwinning organ, piano and synth technologies all in one amazing package. Nord stage forum 40 users general discussion of the nord stage ex, nord stage 2 ex, and nord stage 3 synths, faq, troubleshooting etc. Jun 20, 2017 the fifth generation of our successful stage series, the nord stage 3 features our latest awardwinning technologies including the nord lead a1 synth engine with sample playback, acclaimed nord.
Nords outstanding new factory bank features 5 grand pianos, 7 upright pianos, 11. Nords new factory bank features 5 grand pianos, 7 upright pianos, 11 electric pianos, clavinet, harpsichords and a vastly improved nord sample library selection including great new strings. The nord stage 2 ex updates all features of the stage 2, retaining all of the timeless attributes that has made it one of the most popular stage pianos available. The nord stage 2 ex features digital led drawbars, offering excellent overview over current settings and lets you easily change the drawbar settings while playing. The stage 3s piano section provides 2 gb of memory for the. Nord has introduced the stage 2 ex updating their nord stage 2 instrument line with 1 gb memory for the nord piano library and a new ultra lightweight. Utilizing their very latest piano, organ and synthesizer sound generation technology, combined with a well thoughtout. Despite the shortcomings mentioned above, the acoustic instruments are proquality and suitable for liturgical music. Transistor organ simulations the organ section also includes carefully modeled simulations of two of the most famous transistor organs from the 1960s, the vox continental and the farfisa compact. There are a few key differences which i took from nords own website. Full compass is a major national retailer of pro audio, video, av, lighting and musical instruments. The nord stage 3 is nords flagship keyboard, combining piano, organ, and synthesizer technologies in an instrument with a userfriendly, performanceoriented interface.
The extern section is designed solely for this purpose, so that any midiconnected gear gets seamlessly integrated with the stage ex s builtin instruments. This nord stage 2 sw73 is part of nords new flagship instrument line. Stage ex vs stage 2 comparison chartrepresenting a stunning new take on the famous stage series, the. Download and update history pages are kept separate for clarity only. The nord stage 2 model is an ultra lightweight hammer action keyboard featuring 1gb of memory for the nord piano library featuring a. Nords outstanding new factory bank features 5 grand pianos, 7 upright pianos, 11 electric pianos, clavinet, harpsichords and a vastly improved nord sample library selection including great new strings, choir and folk instruments. I wonder why they changed to using the tp100 action in the 76key model instead of tp40. New the nord stage 2 ex hp76 has the extremely lightweight hammer action portable keybed eg, the same type as from the electro 34 hp and piano 2 hp. Nord gearboxes and gear motors from nord drivesystems. Nord stage manager software free download nord stage. The main noticeable difference is that instead of the original stage s multicoloured front panel livery, the ex s is an altogether more grey and black affair. Nord stage 76 soft case gig bag for the stage ex 76 piano 5 out of 5 stars 4 product ratings 4 product ratings nord stage 76 soft case gig bag for the stage ex 76 piano. The nord stage 2 ex features the award winning piano, organ and synthesizer technologies combined with a userfriendly interface, a choice of premium keybeds and an almost obsessive level of quality control. The stage 2 ex updates nords flagship instrument line with 1 gb memory for the nord piano library.
Alongside all manner of brochures and demos, the first contains version 5 of clavias piano library, plus the sound manager software that allows you to organise your piano sounds, samples, synth patches and programs, and load them into the stage 2. The piano section features 1gb of memory for the nord piano sample library on top of a factory set of grand, upright and electromechanical pianos. Representing a stunning new take on the famous stage series, the nord stage 2 ha88 is the companys flagship instrument line. The strong, metal music stand attaches to mounts included on the back of your instrument, and can accommodate four sheets of music. The nord stage 3 88 boasts 2gb of memory for sounds from the nord piano library. On the technical side, the only lack that i can blame the nord stage ex. Nord s new factory bank features 5 grand pianos, 7 upright pianos, 11 electric pianos, clavinet, harpsichords and a vastly improved nord sample library selection including great new strings, choir and folk instruments. With a versatile lineup of stage pianos, synthesizers, organs, and. Despite the shortcomings mentioned above, the acoustic instruments are proquality and suitable for. It was designed to emulate the classical electromechanical keyboards like the hammond organ, the rhodes stage 73, the wurlitzer. The nord stage 2 ex features the award winning piano, organ and synthesizer technologies combined with a userfriendly interface, a choice of premium keybeds and an almost obsessive.
The fifth generation of our successful stage series, the nord stage 3 features our latest awardwinning technologies including the nord lead a1 synth engine with sample. There are a few key differences which i took from nord s own website. The main noticeable difference is that instead of the original stages multicoloured front panel livery, the exs is an altogether more grey and black affair. Today, the swedish manufacturer of the nord product line continues to produce highquality, handmade keyboard products from its factory in stockholm, sweden, and has grown into one. The nord stage 2 ex features an award winning piano, organ and synthesizer technologies combined with a well thoughtout, user friendly interface, a choice of premium keybeds and. The nord stage is a digital keyboard or stage piano, manufactured by clavia digital music instruments of stockholm in sweden. Nord 61094 power supply pcb assembly for ex 76, electro 3, nc1, and nc2 power supply circuit board assembly for nord digital keyboards. Clavia nordstage2 ex 88 manuals manuals and user guides for clavia nordstage2 ex 88. Overall, the nord stage 2 88 left me with a very favorable impression.
Jan 28, 2016 overall, the nord stage 2 88 left me with a very favorable impression. Use the factory restore file with the nord sound manager application to restore your instrument to the sounds and system settings it was shipped with. Featuring the best of clavias awardwinning technologies, the nord stage hosts three different instrument sections organ, piano and synth plus an extensive effects section. I leave the technical specifiactions other lower opinion already seems fairly complete. The nord stage 2 ex compact packs the power of nords flagship stage 2 ex keyboard into a compact 73 key unit with their acclaimed semiweighted waterfall action. Nord stage 2 ex factory restore revc factory restore file for nord stage 2 ex. So if a nord stage finds itself in the wrong price bracket then who is it for. Call 8003565844 for a great price and expert advice on items from over 700 brands. This nord stage 2 sw73 is part of nord s new flagship instrument line. Nord stage ex factory restore use the factory restore file with the nord sound manager application to restore your instrument to the sounds and system settings it was shipped with. Clavia digital musical instruments clavia dmi ab is a swedish manufacturer of virtual analog synthesizers, virtual electromechanical pianos and stage pianos, founded in stockholm, sweden in 1983 by hans nordelius and mikael carlsson.
It is comparing the stage ex with the stage 2, but the only difference between the stage 88 and the stage ex is a paint. Today, the swedish manufacturer of the nord product line continues to produce highquality, handmade keyboard products from its factory in stockholm, sweden, and has grown into one of the leading manufacturers of performance synthesizers, stage keyboards and organs for performing musicians. The stage 2 ex has three sound generating sections. At 12kg, the hp is not as light as the companys synths, by any means, but 50 per cent lighter than the ex88. A collection of sounds inspired by the most famous songs by pink floyd, for the nord stage 2 2 ex series, 38 new patches patched by fabio piras. Nord keyboards how to update the os overview full compass. Nord gear corporation midwest 800 nord drive po box 367 waunakee, wi 53597 phone. Clavia have aimed for more authenticity with these, especially concerning. There have been five editions of the instrument as of 2017 these are the original nord stage in 2005, the nord stage ex in 2008, the nord stage 2 in 2011, the nord stage 2 ex in 2015, and the nord stage 3 in 2017. The nord stage 2 ex compact packs the power of nord s flagship stage 2 ex keyboard into a compact 73 key unit with their acclaimed semiweighted waterfall action. There are really three or maybe four killer features on the nord. You can use two sounds of each section simultaneously thats two organ manuals, two synths, and two pianos. Nord electro forum 14 users everything about the nord electro 2, electro 3, electro 4, electro 5, and nord electro 6.
Call 8003565844 for a great price and expert advice on items from over. Alongside all manner of brochures and demos, the first contains version 5 of clavias piano library, plus the sound manager. All three sound generating sections can be used simultaneously, with three slots per section for sonic flexibility. This is nords collection of painstakingly emulated instruments including acoustic and electric pianos, harpsichords, clavinets, and much more. On almost all fronts, and particularly synth and organ, the stage 2 is a significant upgrade over the classic. The new flagship instrument features the nord lead a1 synth engine with sample playback, the nord c2d organ, an enhanced piano section and extensive handson effects. Zones, splits and layers are handled exactly as if the external equipment was a part. The stage 2 ex range comprises the stage 2 ex 88, with a fullyweighted 88note keyboard. For over thirty years, nord has been handbuilding instruments and fostering innovation in stockholm, sweden.
Nord stage 3 ultimate stage pianos kontakt audiotools. The nord stage ex wouldnt be a master keyboard if it couldnt control external devices with ease. First, the piano samples in the nord can be swapped out for others that nord provides, and nord regularly provides new samples for free. This fifthgeneration stage series keyboard offers the awardwinning nord lead a1 synth engine with sample playback, the renowned nord c2d organ engine, an advanced piano section, and access to handson effects. Nord stage 2 sw73 73key stage keyboard guitar center. Utilizing nords very latest sound generation technology in. Nord stage 2 ex 88 88 key hammer action stage piano. Apart from the hammond emulation, the nord stage offers two further organ models a vox continental and a farfisa compact deluxe. On the technical side, the only lack that i can blame the nord stage ex is the lack of reading samples general strings brass etc but. The nord stage 2 ex and nord stage 2 share the same operating system. A full gigabyte of memory bolsters the already muscular nord piano library, resulting in broader, deeper, richer sound. View online or download clavia nordstage2 ex 88 user manual. The nord stage 3 is nord s flagship keyboard, combining piano, organ, and synthesizer technologies in an instrument with a userfriendly, performanceoriented interface.
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