Description
Nord Piano 5
The Nord Piano 5, the latest edition of their award-winning Piano series, features dual piano engines and dual sample synths. It also offers twice the memory of the previous generation. Combined with a premium Triple Sensor keybed and exclusive Virtual Hammer Action Technology, the Nord Piano 5 delivers an exceptional playing experience.
Highlight Features
General:
- 88-note Triple Sensor keybed with grand weighted action
- 73-note Triple Sensor keybed with grand weighted action
- Nord Virtual Hammer Action Technology
- Advanced Layering (2 Pianos + 2 Sample Synths)
- Advanced KB Split with optional crossfades
- Seamless Transitions
- OLED display for excellent overview
Piano Section
- 2 independent Piano Layers
- 2x memory for Nord Piano Library
- 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
- 2x memory for Nord Sample Library
- Soft and Bright filters
- Unison for rich, ensemble sounds
- Tru-Vibrato with real time control
- Round robin for natural sounding repetitions
- Mono and Legato modes with Glide
- Attack, Decay/Release and Dynamic controls
Effects
- High quality stereo effects modelled after classic stomp boxes
- Reverb with Chorale and Bright/Dark mode
- Delay with Ping Pong mode
Performance
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.
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. Additionally, 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.
Seamless Transitions
The Nord Piano 5 features seamless transitions for glitch free changing of sounds or programs while playing.
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 includes 9 Grands, 9 Uprights, 10 Enhanced Electric Pianos, Clavinet, Digital Pianos, Marimba, Vibraphone, and more from the exclusive Nord Piano Library. Each sound is carefully chosen for its unique character. Nord’s advanced sampling technology captures the nuanced, real character of the source instruments. We regularly update the Nord Piano Library with new, world-class sounds, always free of charge. Replacing sounds is easy with the Nord Sound Manager.
Advanced String Resonance
Our unique Advanced String Resonance reproduces the complex interplay of piano strings. It also adds the rich ambience of a real piano when using the pedal.
Nord Triple Pedal with Dynamic Pedal Noise
The Nord Triple Pedal includes Soft and Sostenuto Pedals, along with a unique Dynamic Sustain Pedal. Additionally, it features Pedal Noise, which dynamically simulates the mechanical sounds of lifting and releasing the damper mechanism.
Creative Piano Filters
The dedicated piano filters offer extra sonic control. They accentuate softness, midrange, or brilliance for acoustic uprights and grands. Electric pianos feature tailored filters, including emulations of the legendary Dyno preamp.
Dynamic Compression
The new Dynamic Compression feature balances the sound level without altering the character of the piano sound.
Soft Release
The Soft Release mode adds a longer release, ideal for legato playing. Additionally, it emulates looser damper tension in acoustic or electromechanical instruments.
Keyboard Touch
Three KB Touch options are available to suit your playing style, from heavy to light.
Sample Synth Section
Two independent Sample Synths with greatly expanded memory and a host of new sounds.
The Sample Synth Section uses a new format and features a wide range of fresh sounds. It includes solo wind, solo brass, solo strings, basses, guitars, and classic analog leads and basses. Additionally, it offers samples from the Symphobia and Swing! libraries by ProjectSAM. You can easily replace all sounds using the Nord Sound Manager. Plus, create custom sample instruments with the free Nord Sample Editor for Mac and Windows.
The Sample Synth section offers two independent, fully-featured Layers. It includes intuitive controls for attack, decay/release, and dynamic velocity response. The new Soft and Bright Timbre settings quickly shape the tone of the sound.
Unison, Tru-Vibrato and more
The new sample format in the Piano 5 offers exciting features. Unison blends multiple sample voices for rich sounds. “Tru-Vibrato” models unique vibrato characteristics of wind, brass, and string instruments. Round robin ensures natural, fast repetitions. You can assign vibrato to a button, pedal, or preset delay setting. Additionally, the Sample Synth section includes Mono and Legato modes with an adjustable Glide rate.
Effect Section
The Effect section has a wide selection of instantly tweakable high quality stereo effects modelled after classic stomp boxes. An effect can be assigned freely to any layer in the Piano and Sample Synth section.
- Mod 1 – Pan, Tremolo,
- Wah-wah and Ring Modulator. All these can be controlled with a Control Pedal.
- Mod 2 – Phaser, Flanger, Chorus, Vibe effect and two selectable depths for each effect.
- Delay – Stereo delay effect with Tap Tempo button and Ping Pong mode. The Delay can be assigned globally to all four Layers.
- Equalizer – Three band EQ, with sweepable mid. The EQ can be assigned globally to all four Layers.
- Compressor/Amp – Twin, JC, Small, Compressor and a Tube Overdrive effect.
- Reverb section with five different sizes (Booth, Room, Stage, Hall and Cathedral) for adding ambience to your sounds. The Bright and Dark modes allows for enhanced or reduced treble. The new Chorale option adds a lush modulation effect.
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