Nord Piano 5 88-Note Triple Sensor Keybed with Grand Weighted Action
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Nord Piano 5
88-Note Weighted Hammer Action PianoThe latest edition of the award-winning Piano series is equipped with dual piano engines, dual sample synths and twice the memory of the previous generation.
With the combination of a premium Triple Sensor keybed and Nord exclusive Virtual Hammer Action Technology, the portable Nord Piano 5 delivers an exceptional playing experience.
What's NEW Highlights
• Dedicated button for Tru-Vibrato. Vibrato is now assignable to button, pedal or one of the preset delay settings.
• Dedicated button for Mono and Legato modes with adjustable glide rate in the Sample Synth section.
• Dynamic Compression in the Piano section evens out the volume without altering the character of the piano sound.
Two independent Pianos and Sample Synths
The Piano and Sample Synth sections of the Nord Piano 5 each contain two independent Layers. The two Pianos and two Sample Synths can be used simultaneously in a variety of split or Layer configurations. Combined with the versatile effects routing, a wide range of combinations can be achieved - from classic ensemble settings to rich soundscapes. The LED equipped Level controls allow for quick and precise balancing of all Layer volume levels. A Volume Pedal and/or Sustain Pedal can be assigned to each Layer.
Live focused design
The Nord Piano 5 has dedicated dials and buttons for full hands-on control during a live performance. Transposing, setting up a split point or creating a layered sound can be accomplished instantly.
Seamless Transitions
The Nord Piano 5 features seamless transitions for glitch free changing of sounds or programs while playing.
Virtual Hammer Action Technology
Our unique Virtual Hammer Action Technology in conjunction with the physical hammer movements delivers outstanding authenticity and dynamic response resulting in a keyboard action that handles dynamic playing with amazing control at any velocity level. The Triple Sensor keybed also provides authentic features like repeating a note without lifting the key completely to ensure the smooth repetitions and fluent transitions associated with an acoustic Grand Piano.
Triple Sensor Keybed
The triple sensor keybed has added weight for improved dynamic control providing authentic Piano touch and feel. Each individual keybed is meticulously calibrated at the Nord factory to ensure an even response over the whole range.
PIANO SECTION
The powerful new Piano section features two piano engines that can be used simultaneously in a layer or a split.
9 Grands, 9 Uprights, 10 Electric Pianos and much more
The Nord Piano 5 factory bank contains 9 Grands, 9 Uprights, 10 Enhanced Electric Pianos, Clavinet, Digital Pianos, Marimba, Vibraphone and much more from the exclusive Nord Piano Library - all carefully selected for their unique character! Nord's state-of-the-art sampling technology capture the extraordinary nuances and real character of the source instruments. The exclusive Nord Piano Library is regularly updated with new unique world class sounds, and always free of charge. All sounds are easily replaced using the Nord Sound Manager.
SAMPLE SYNTH SECTION
Two brand new independent Sample Synths with greatly expanded memory and a host of new sounds.
The Sample Synth Section is based on an entirely new format and contains a wide range of entirely new sounds, such as solo wind, solo brass, solo strings, basses, guitars plus a vast collection of classic analog leads and basses. Included is also a selection of samples from the Symphobia and Swing! libraries by ProjectSAM. All sounds can be quickly replaced using the Nord Sound Manager. You can also create your own sample instruments using the unique free Nord Sample Editor software for Mac and Windows.
The Sample Synth section provides two fully-featured and independent Layers and is equipped with intuitive controls for attack, decay/release and dynamic velocity response. The new Soft and Bright Timbre settings provide a quick way of shaping the tone of the sound.
Unison, Tru-Vibrato and more
The new sample format in the Piano 5 offers several exciting new features. Unison creatively blends several sample voices for rich, ensemble-like sounds, "Tru-Vibrato" accurately models the unique vibrato characteristics of a wide variety of wind, brass and string instruments and round robin allows natural sounding fast repetitions. Vibrato is assignable to button, pedal or one of the preset delay settings. The Sample Synth section also features Mono and Legato modes with adjustable Glide rate.
GENERAL FEATURES
• 88-note Triple Sensor keybed with grand weighted action
• 73-note Triple Sensor keybed with grand weighted action - NEW
• Nord Virtual Hammer Action Technology
• Advanced Layering (2 Pianos + 2 Sample Synths) - NEW
• Advanced KB Split with optional crossfades - NEW
• Seamless Transitions
• OLED display for excellent overview
PIANO SECTION
• 2 independent Piano Layers - NEW
• 2x memory for Nord Piano Library - NEW
• 120 Voice Polyphony
• Creative piano filters and - NEW Dynamic Compression
• 3 Keyboard Touch options to suit any playing style
• Dynamic Pedal Noise with Nord Triple Pedal
• Advanced String Resonance
• Soft Release
SAMPLE SYNTH
• 2 independent Sample Synth Layers - NEW
• 2x memory for Nord Sample Library - NEW
• Soft and Bright filters - NEW
• Unison for rich, ensemble sounds - NEW
• Tru-Vibrato with real time control - NEW
• Round robin for natural sounding repetitions - NEW
• Mono and Legato modes with Glide - NEW
• Attack, Decay/Release and Dynamic controls
EFFECTS
• High quality stereo effects modelled after classic stomp boxes
• Reverb with Chorale and Bright/Dark mode - NEW
• Delay with Ping Pong mode - NEW
Media
Q & A
- asked on Feb 27, 2024
- answered by Ron Elliott, Toronto (Bloor St.), Ontario
Reviews
I highly recommend it.
Dan Dubé
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