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Nord Stage 2 EX Compact 73-Key Stage Piano
The Nord Stage 2 EX updates our flagship instrument line with 1 GB
memory for the Nord Piano Library.
Our 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.
The Nord Stage 2 EX features our award winning Piano, Organ and
Synthesizer technologies combined with a well thought-out, user friendly
interface, a choice of premium keybeds and an almost obsessive level of
quality control. The Stage 2 EX truly sets itself apart as an
instrument for the professional performing musician.
Main features
Piano Section
• 1 GB memory for the Nord Piano Library
• State-of-the art sample-based Acoustic and Electric Pianos
• Advanced String Resonance (Gen 2)
• Long Release option
• Dynamic Pedal Noise via optional Nord Triple Pedal
Synth Section
• 380 MB for the Nord Sample Library
• Powerful Classic analog, FM and Wavetable synthesis
• Arpeggiator
• Unison mode
• Master Clock
Organ Section
• B3 Tone-Wheel simulation
• Rotary Speaker simulation
• Faithful simulations of classic Vox and Farfisa organs
• Digital LED Drawbars for easy overview of active drawbar settings.
Global features
• Comprehensive Effects section
• Single-function control knobs and instant visibility of current settings
• External section allowing the Nord Stage 2 EX to serve as a master keyboard
• Expanded Live Mode with 5 locations
• USB-MIDI. No driver required for Mac OS X. WHQL certified driver available for Windows.
Three Models
The Stage 2 EX comes in three models:
• The Nord Stage 2 EX 88 features our top-of-the-line fully weighted Hammer Action Keybed (A-C)
• NEW The Nord Stage 2 EX HP76 has the extremely
lightweight Hammer Action Portable keybed (E-G), the same type as from
the Electro 3/4 HP and Piano 2 HP.
• Nord Stage 2 EX Compact features a 73-note Semi Weighted Waterfall keyboard (E-E).
Apart from the keyboard type and the number of accessories available, all three models have identical features.
Multitimbral powerhouse
The Stage 2 EX has three sound generating sections; Piano, Organ and
Synthesizer, all of which can be used simultaneously. Furthermore, the
Nord Stage 2 EX has 2 separate slots allowing you to have 2 Pianos, 2
Organs and 2 Synths at the same time for massive sonic flexibility.
NEW FACTORY SOUND BANKS
The Nord Stage 2 EX features a brand new Factory Sound Bank with both
new sounds in the Piano Library as well as a completely updated and
refined selection of sounds from the Nord Sample Library. We've also
optimized our sounds allowing you to fit even more sounds without
comprising playability.
New sounds include:
• DX Electric Pianos
• Strings
• Voice
• Folk instruments
Piano Section
The Stage 2 EX Piano section features our state-of-the-art sampling
techniques that capture the extraordinary nuances and real character of
the individual source instruments. Combined with the Advanced String
Resonance that reproduces the sound of the piano strings resonating at
their fundamental or harmonic frequencies when other strings are played,
and compatibility with the optional Nord Triple Pedal that adds Dynamic
Pedal Noise – the result is breathtaking realism and an unsurpassed
expressiveness.
In addition to vivid acoustic Grand and Upright pianos, the Piano
section also features some of the finest, most desirable vintage
electric pianos. The Stage 2 EX’s piano sounds are future-proof thanks
to its compatibility with the Nord Piano Library. This free online
library is continuously updated with both upgraded existing pianos and
all-new pianos to keep your instrument constantly renewed.
Long Release
A Long Release-mode adds a slightly longer release, more suitable for
legato playing, emulating a looser damper tension in an acoustic or an
electromechanical instrument.
Nord Triple Pedal
The Nord Triple Pedal (optional accessory) features our unique dynamic
sustain pedal that enables the use of half-pedaling and "release and
catch" techniques, as and also includes Sustenuto and Soft Pedals. The
Nord Triple Pedal also recreates the mechanical sounds of lifting and
releasing the damper mechanism, producing the characteristic thomp and
sizzle sounds. The Pedal Noise feature responds dynamically to the
force/momentum used when pressing or releasing the sustain pedal on the
Nord Triple Pedal.
Organ Section
B3 Tone-Wheel simulation
The Stage 2 EX's dedicated organ section is based on our award winning
B3 Tone-Wheel simulations, based on thorough analysis of the 91 spinning
discs inside several original instruments and painstaking work on
understanding exactly how all the components interact with each other.
The virtual circuitry reacts not only to the settings on the panel but
also during the real time performance. The Stage 2 EX will faithfully
reproduce the important foldback and energy robbing characteristics; the
latter will produce the gentle compression effect that makes those
lovely smears absolutely wonderful. There are 3 tone wheel modes that
allow you to switch from a clean, factory spec’d instrument to a worn
and battered workhorse with many years of touring.
Rotary Speaker simulation
The vintage Rotary Speaker simulation adds an essential character to a
live organ performance and features Slow, Fast and Stop mode as well as a
Drive control. The Rotary Speaker simulation can also be used with the
Piano or Synth Section.
Digital LED Drawbars
The Nord Stage 2 EX features Digital LED Drawbars, offering excellent
overview over current settings and let's you easily change the drawbar
settings while playing.
Transistor Organ simulations
The Organ section also includes carefully modeled simulations of two of
the most famous transistor organs from the 1960’s, the Vox Continental
and the Farfisa Compact.
Synth Section
The Stage 2 EX’s powerful synthesizer engine is capable of classic
analog synthesis, three operator FM synthesis, Wavetable synthesis
and compatible with the Nord Sample Library. The Nord Sample
Library gives Stage 2 EX owners access to the huge free library of
world-class sounds, including the famous vintage Mellotron and
Chamberlin samples. The included Nord Sample Editor for Mac and PC,
makes it possible to create your own samples easily, and transfer them
to your keyboard in no time, opening up a whole new world of
possibilities!
The Synth engine itself features classic analog synthesis with dual saw,
hard sync and pulse wave modulation, three-operator FM synthesis with
32 different modulation frequencies, Wavetable synthesis with 62
waveforms and Sample based synthesis. A great-sounding multimode filter
features 12 and 24dB low pass, high pass, band pass and notch filters.
And with an Amp envelope, Modulation envelope, an LFO, and Unison
control, the Stage 2 EX’s synth capabilities are hugely powerful,
delivering amazing on-stage sound.
The Synth section also features an Arpeggiator that can be easily synced
to the Stage 2 EX’s Master Clock for perfect timing with other elements
of the Stage 2 EX, including its effects.
Programming and Control
To make programming and on-stage control as simple as possible we have
arranged the sound generators and controls of the Stage 2 EX into
dedicated sections – Piano, Organ and Synth. Not only does this make for
a very intuitive approach to programming but also instantly shows you
which settings are active. There are no deep menus, no complicated
screens to navigate. All vital functions are controlled by dedicated
single-function knobs.
In addition our patented Pitch Stick and Modulation Wheel allow maximum
musical expression and our efficient Morph Grouping technique is also
included, allowing you to assign sound and effects parameters to
physical controllers.
Extern Section
The Nord Stage 2 EX wouldn’t be a master keyboard if it couldn’t control
external devices with ease. The Extern Section is designed solely for
this purpose, so that any MIDI-connected gear gets seamlessly integrated
with the Stage 2 EX’s built-in instruments. Zones, splits and layers
are handled exactly as if the external equipment was a part of the Stage
2 EX itself. All settings are saved together with a Program so advanced
setups can be immediately recalled in real-time during a performance.
You can even use the Extern Section to automatically transmit Bank
Select and Program Change messages to your external units.
The Keybeds
Each Fatar keybed is meticulously calibrated at the Nord factory to ensure an even response over the whole range.
Semi Weighted Waterfall (SW)
The EX 2 Compact keybed uses semi weighted organ keys with a rounded
"waterfall" tip, brilliant for rapid organ shredding and synthesizer
licks, but also plays nice with piano sounds. Key range E-E.
Effect Section
No sound is complete without the proper use of effects. In the Nord
Stage 2 EX we incorporated all the effects required to cover musicians’
needs. All of the three instrument sections - Organ, Piano and Synth -
can be routed individually through the Stage 2 EX’s built-in effect
units. Turning the effects on and off, and controlling the routing is
easily done by a touch of dedicated buttons, readily accessible at the
bottom of each effects unit. The Nord Stage 2 EX has a dedicated Effect
Section for each of the 2 slots.
Effect 1
Here you can choose from Tremolo, two Wahs, an Auto-Wah, and an AutoPan.
Use the AutoWah with a Clavinet for raw funk licks, create a
psychedelic vibe with an Electric Piano on AutoPan, or give a Wurlitzer
some body using the Tremolo. There is also a Ring Modulator on board, an
effect used by many experimental and electronic musicians.
Effect 2
The two Phasers, two Choruses, the Flanger and a Vibe effect are modeled
from the classic analog stomp boxes that define the sound of popular
music. These swirling Phasers, metallic Flangers, and thick Choruses
that are used by uncompromising professionals everywhere are crystal
clear and faithfully simulated on the Nord Stage 2 EX.
Delay
A delay unit has been 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 also has an Analog mode for creating those classic
“warped” sounds when changing the delay rate on repeats.
Amp Simulation & Equalizer
This effect section combines a three-band equalizer with a sophisticated
amplifier and speaker cabinet modeler. Classic amplifiers and speakers
are a crucial part to make vintage Electric piano sounds come alive.
Nord offers the famous sounds of speaker simulations of a Twin Reverb, a
Jazz Chorus 120 and a Wurlitzer speaker. When no Amp Model is selected,
the unit provides a neutral three-band EQ with sweepable mid and a
crunchy overdrive.
Master Effects
A Compressor and a Reverb are placed at the end of the sound chain, to
help you blend your sounds more naturally together. The Reverb unit has
six different Hall, Stage and Room spaces to create different
atmospheres for your sounds, while the Compressor helps you keep the
overall mix tight and under control.
Master Clock
The Master Clock function makes it easy to sync effects to other
elements, like the arpeggiator, LFO or even one of the other effects.
You can easily lock the effect rate to a range of note values – 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 Master Clock can also be controlled by an
external MIDI clock – perfect for syncing your parts to a backing track,
including tempo changes!
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
• User Manual
• Power cord
• Nord Sample and Piano DVDs
• USB cord
Nord Stage 2 EX Compact: 1070 mm (42"), 104 mm (4"), 302 mm (12")
Nord Stage 2 EX Compact: 9,7 kg (21,4 lb)
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