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Nord STAGE2 EX 88

Description

The Nord Stage 2 EX 88 features the award winning Piano, Organ and Synthesizer technologies combined with a well thought-out, user friendly interface, premium Fatar keybed and 1GB Memory for Nord Piano Library. The Stage 2 EX sets itself apart as an instrument for the professional performing musician.

The Stage 2 EX has three sound generating sections; Piano, Organ and Synthesizer, all of which can be used simultaneously. It also 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, including DX electric pianos, strings, voice and folk instruments.

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 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!

Main Features:

* 88-key fully-weighted Hammer Action keybed
* 1 GB memory for the Nord Piano Library
* Synth Section with 380 MB for the Nord Sample Library
* Faithful simulations of classic Vox and Farfisa organs
* Comprehensive Effects section
* External section allowing the Nord Stage 2 EX to serve as a master keyboard
* USB-MIDI. No driver required for Mac OS X. WHQL certified driver available for Windows.
* Dedicated single-function knobs make programming and on-stage control intuitive, with instant visual feedback about which settings are active

Specifications:

GENERAL
* Master Level Control
* Wooden Pitch Stick
* Modulation Wheel
* 400 Programs - 4 Banks with 20 Pages each. Each Page has 5 Program locations
* Program Categories
* Program Sort Modes - numerical, alphabetical or by category
* 5 Live Buffers
* 2 Individual Slot Setups
* 3 Morph sources (Modulation Wheel, Control Pedal, Aftertouch)
* Global Mono output
* Programmable Transpose +/- 6 semitones
* Master Clock functionality with manual, external and tap-tempo rate control
* Internal and MIDI clock source
* MIDI over USB functionality

CONNECTIONS
* 4 Assignable Audio Outputs - 1/4", 6,35 mm jacks, unbalanced
Stereo Headphone output - 1/4", 6,35 mm stereo jack
* 1 Monitor input - 1/8", 3,5 mm stereo jack
* Sustain Pedal - 1/4", 6,35 mm jack. Use a momentary pedal, like e.g, Roland DP-2, DP-6, Yamaha FC-4, FC-5, Fatar VFP1-25 etc.
* Sustain input compatible with Nord Triple Pedal (sold separately)
* Rotor Pedal - 1/4", 6,35 mm jack. Use a momentary pedal or a switch type pedal
* Organ Swell Pedal - 1/4", 6,35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use a Control/Expression pedal like e.g. Yamaha FC-7, Roland EV-5 etc.
* Control Pedal - 1/4", 6,35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use a Control/Expression pedal like e.g. Yamaha FC-7, Roland EV-5 etc.
* MIDI In - 5 pin DIN connectors
* MIDI Out - 5 pin DIN connectors
* USB - type B connector
* Power Cord with IEC C14 connector

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
* User Manual
* Dust cover (88 and HP76 only)
* Sustain pedal (88 and HP76 only)
* Power cord
* Nord Sample and Piano DVDs
* USB cord

Dimensions: 1287 mm (50.7"), 118 mm (4.7"), 334 mm (13")
Weight: 18.5 kg (40.7 lb)