Nord Grand 2 latest generation stage piano, adopts the key bed88 keys weighed Hammer Action Premium by KAWAI with triple sensor for dynamic detection. It has an advanced sound engine articulated on two sectionsmanageableLayers/Splits: Piano and Sample/Synth with Advanced Layer,that is, being able to superimpose two sounds from the same section, withTechnology Seamless Transition for seamless transitions between timbres, and an advanced DSP processing system with 6 independent effects for each Layer, to which a is addedGlobal Reverb with separate control of the sends.

Notable features of Nord Grand 2

• Keyed Premium KAWAI 88-Key Hammer Action Next-Generation


• 3 selectable dynamic response curves


• Advance Layering overlay of 2 Layers and 2 samples/Synths


• Independent Split for each Layer with Crossfades

Floor Section

• 2 independent Piano Layers


• Polyphony 120 Voices


• Soft, Mid, Bright and Dyno filters, 


• Dynamic Compression


• Advanced String Resonance,Soft Release

Sample Synth Section

• 2 independent Sample Synth Layers 


• expanded memory


• Soft and Bright Options


• Unison Mode to enrich the sound


• Tru-Vibrato with real time control


• Round robin for more natural note repetition


• Modes: Mono and Legato with Glide (portamento)


• Attack, Decay/Release and Dynamic controls

Effects

• 6 Independent Effects for each Layer


• Global Reverb with sends for each Layer, Pre-Delay, Chorale and Bright/Dark Modes

The executive experience on Grand 2

Nord Grand 2 adopts a new Keyed Premium KAWAI 88 Keys Hammer Action latest generation, well-balanced, responsive and with even more advanced performance. The keybed, in fact, uses a triple-sensor hammer movement detection system, with great accuracy and precision, which allows the musician greater expressive and dynamic control.

The Piano Section

A particularly notable element in this section is theAdvanced Layering, the possibility of being able to layer 2 piano sounds of various types between them, with the control and visualization of the level via one Fader and one LED Strip dedicated. Nord Grand 2 It is supplied with a wide range of grand, upright and digital electric pianos carefully selected by the exclusive Nord Piano Library. The sounds are created with advanced sampling techniques capable of capturing the nuances and the peculiar tonal character of the instruments used. The resonance of the strings and the characteristic noise of the pedal are also reproduced, nuances that raise the simulation to a higher level. On this level, two new functions have also been implemented:Dynamic Compressor And Unison.

Performance

Nord Grand 2 is an instrument designed and created to operate on stage, with maximum reactivity in the interaction with the musician. The large panel has all the controls necessary for Live, each operation such as the creation of Split or Layer, the activation of effects, the transposition can be performed instantly. On Nord Grand 2 can set up to 7 Split points, indicated by special LEDs positioned above the keyboard. It is also possible to set smooth transitions with adjustable level between the various Split zones with the Crossfade function. The instrument also works with the technology Seamless Transition, with continuous transition without annoying blackouts between one sound and another.

The Synth Section of Nord Grand 2

This section also features Advanced Layering with the possibility of using two independent Sample/Synths, in addition to the significant increase in internal memory (non-volatile), which allows the loading of many more sounds. Sample/Synth is already supplied with a wide variety of sounds from all the main instrument families, coming from both the Nord Sample Library, which from other renowned resource producers such as Symphobia And Swing Of ProjectSAM. Sample Synth in addition to the two independent Layers has basic but effective synthesis controls such as: attack, decay/release, dynamic velocity, The harmonic content of each sound can be varied with the parameter: Soft and Bright. A simple and fast method for sound modeling. This sound engine also offers several features such as: The Unison which produces very dense and rich sounds, the Tru-Vibrato which accurately recreates the vibrato characteristics of many wind or string instruments, with control via the dedicated button, the pedal, or the Delay; the Round Robin instead it restores naturalness on repeated or repeated sounds by alternating a series of slightly different samples, thus simulating a real performance. Finally, the modes are also available Mono And Bound with Glide (Portamento) and Adjustable Rate.

The effects

Nord Grand 2 has a high quality effects section with 6 independent FX for each Layer. The effects chain includes 2 modulation effects, 3-band semi-parametric equalizer, Amp Simulator, compressor, Delay and Global Reverb, with independent send adjustment for each section, all parameters are directly accessible for quick and immediate interventions on the sound.

Nord Grand 2 Technical Specifications

GENERAL

• Layer Dual Piano and Dual Synth


• OLED display


• Seamless Transitions


• Split Point Crossfades


• 12 banks with 36 Programs - 432 locations in total


• Organize Mode for Programs


• Live Mode - 6 Live Programs


• Global Transpose: +/- 6 semitones


• Program Transpose: +/- 6 semitones


• Fine tune: +/- 50 Cents


• Kbd Touch: 3 dynamic response curves


• 88-note Kawai Responsive Hammer keybed with triple sensor


• Selectable split points with LED indication


• Nord Triple Pedal 2 included


• USB/MIDI

FLOOR SECTION

• 2 independent Layers


• 2 GB of memory for piano sounds


• Compatibility with the Nord Sound Manager (Mac/Win) for instrument configuration


• Polyphony 120 Voices


• Categories: Grand, Upright, Electric, Digital/Layer, Clav/Harpsichord and Misc


• 3 selectable dynamic response curves (Keyboard Touch Curves), Heavy, Medium, Light


• Piano Tone Control with Custom Settings for Electric Pianos and Clavinets


• String Resonance for Grand Pianos and Uprights


• Soft Piano Release selectable


• Pedal Noise with the Nord Triple Pedal 1, Nord Triple Pedal 2 or the Nord Single Pedal 2 on the selected acoustic or electric piano


• Dynamic Compression


• Unison function

SECTION  SAMPLE SYNTH

• 1 GB of memory for Samples


• Polyphony 40 Voices


• Controls: Amp envelope with Attack and Decay/Release


• Bright and Soft Options


• Vibrato with Rate/Amount, Delay, button or pedal


• Unison with 3 adjustable levels


• Mono, Legato and Glide


• Octave Transpose: -1/+1 (-6/+6 in Split mode, depending on the Split position)

EFFECTS SECTION

• Mod 1: Tremolo, Pan 1 (Soft), Pan 2 (Hard), Spin, Wah, Ring Modulator (controllable via optional pedal)


• Mod 2: Phaser 1, Phaser 2, Flanger, Chorus 1, Chorus 2, Vibe, Spin. Stereo/Mono option for each effect


• Equalizer: Per Layer or Global, 3-band with selectable mids (200 Hz - 8 kHz).


• Amp: Twin, JC and Small. Each with Alternate Tone option


• Compressor: Per Layer or Global, Amount Control


• Delay: By Layer or Global, Tempo, Feedback and Mix controls (Dry/Wet), Ping Pong with 3 levels, Tap-Tempo, Feedback Filter (HP/LP/BP), Flam.


• Reverb: Global Reverb with adjustable Dry/Wet control for each Layer. Algorithms: Spring, Booth, Room, Stage, Hall and Cathedral Reverb types, each with Pre-Delay, Chorale and Bright/Dark modes.

CONNECTIONS

• 2 Audio outputs L & R - ¼", 6.35 mm jacks, unbalanced


• 1 Monitor input - 1/8", 3.5 mm stereo jack


• 1 Headphone output - ¼", 6.35 mm stereo jack


• 1 Sustain Pedal input - ¼", 6.35 mm jack. Can be used with the Nord Triple Pedal included or a generic sustain pedal.


• Triple Pedal - 5 pin DIN connector. Compatible with the Nord Triple Pedal 2


• 1 Control/Volume Pedal input - ¼", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack.


• MIDI In, MIDI Out - 5-pin DIN connector


• USB - Type B connector - MIDI data transfer via USB


• IEC C14 Power Connector

DIMENSIONS

• Nord Grand 2: 1286mm (50.6”) x 396mm (15.6”) x 174mm (6.8”)

WEIGHT

• Nord Grand 2: 21.3kg (47lbs)

ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED

• Nord Triple Pedal 2


• User Manual


• Power cord

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• Nord Monitor Plan


• Nord Keyboard Stand


• Nord Wooden Keyboard Stand


• Nord Soft Case


• Nord Music Stand


• Nord Wood Music Stand


• Dust Cover