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Sister site Keys Review takes a look at the Piano 5 from Nord. Find out what Tom discovered and check out the various sound samples.
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Nord say..
The latest edition of our 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 our exclusive Virtual Hammer Action Technology, the portable Nord Piano 5 delivers an exceptional playing experience.
MAIN FEATURES
General
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 Timbre options including Dyno filter
3 Dynamic Curves 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 for authentic vibrato NEW
Round robin for natural sounding repetitions NEW
Support for monophonic samples with legato 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
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.
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