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Nord Stage 4 88 with a fully weighted Triple Sensor keybed (A-C) with aftertouch and Physical Drawbars with LED indicators.
THE NEW EXPERIENCE
The Nord Stage 4 features a brand new panel design with dedicated LED faders for each Layer, providing exceptional overview and flexibility when creating sounds and performing live. The new Preset Library is packed with inspiring ready-to-use Piano, Synth and Organ sounds for quick and smooth patch creation.
The Layer Scene lets you seamlessly switch between two different sound setups at the touch of a button. Adding a powerful new Effect section coupled with versatile pedal options and a premium Triple Sensor keybed, the Nord Stage 4 offers a new level of musical expression.
THE PIANO
The Nord Stage 4 comes with a new enhanced collection of Grands, Uprights and Electric Pianos from our exclusive Nord Piano Library combined with new features such as Dynamic compression and Unison.
Nord’s state-of-the-art sampling techniques capture the extraordinary nuances and real character of the source instruments. Our unique ‘Advanced String Resonance’ and Dynamic Pedal Noise features deliver breathtaking realism and an unsurpassed level of expressiveness.
THE SYNTH
The Synth section with its three independent Layers is based on the powerful Nord Wave 2 Synth Engine, including Virtual Analog synthesis, Samples, FM and Wavetable.
An extensive new collection of samples from the Nord Sample Library offers a broad sonic palette of Strings, Bass, Choirs, Guitars and much more. The advanced Arpeggiator features new Polyphonic, Gate and Pattern modes and can be used for a huge variety of rhythmic applications with customizable patterns.
THE ORGAN
The Organ section features our award-winning simulations of B3 Tonewheel, B3 Bass, classic Vox and Farfisa as well as two Pipe Organ models.
All Stage 4 models are equipped with our new Physical drawbars with LED indicators for optimal hands-on experience and overview.
THE EFFECTS
The Nord Stage 4 has a powerful new Effect section offering a complete setup of Effects for each Layer.
The extensive range of Effects includes a new Pump effect for side chain simulation, a new Spin effect and brand new variations of Reverb, Delay, Amps and Modulation effects.
| Product Name | Nord Stage 4 88 Fully Weighted 88-Key Keyboard |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nord |
| Condition | New |
| MPN | AMS-NSTAGE4-88 |
| UPC | 834035001677 |
| Shipping Option | Free Shipping to the Continental U.S. |
What's in the Box?
- Nord Stage 4 88 Fully Weighted 88-Key Keyboard
- Single Pedal 1 included with Stage 4 73 and 88
- User Manual
- Power cord
- USB cord
Performance/General
- New panel design for exceptional overview and flexibility
- Premium Triple sensor keybed
- New preset library
- Dedicated LED faders for each Layer
Synth section
- Nord Wave 2 Synth Engine
- 3 independent Synth Layers
- Doubled sample memory
- Enhanced samples with Tru-Vibrato, Unison and Round Robin
- Extensive real time controls
- Advanced Arpeggiator with Polyphonic, Gate and Pattern modes
- Extern mode for advanced MIDI control
Piano section
- Enhanced collection of Uprights, Grands,EPs and more
- Dynamic Compression
- Unison feature
- Creative Timbre presets
- Advanced String Resonance
- Dynamic Pedal Noise
Effects
- Dedicated Effect section per Layer
- New Variations for Modulation, Amp, Delay and Reverb Effects
- New Spring, Booth and Cathedral Reverb
- New Spin effect
- New Pump effect
- New Flam and Space Delay
Organ section
- Award-winning organ simulations of B3, Vox/Farfisa and Pipe Organ models
- Physical drawbars with LED indicators
- Enhanced Rotary Speaker Drive
- Drawbar Live mode
- New B3 Bass mode
- Enhanced model 122 Vintage Rotary Speaker with new drive including close or distant mic position
General Features |
|
| Master Level Control | |
| Wooden Pitch Stick | |
| Modulation Wheel | |
| Programs | 512 Programs - 8 Banks with 8 Pages each (8 Program locations per Page) |
| Preset Library | Organ, Piano, and Synth Presets (2x64 Organ, 2x64 Piano, 8x64 Synth Preset locations) |
| Live Programs | 8 Live Programs |
| Layer Scene Setups | 2 Individual Layer Scene Setups |
| Morph Sources | Modulation Wheel (controllable by Swell pedal), Control Pedal, Aftertouch |
| Output Routing Options | Stereo and Mono |
| Programmable Transpose | ± 6 semitones |
| Master Clock Functionality | Manual, external, and tap-tempo rate control |
| MIDI Support | MIDI over USB functionality |
| Level Control | |
| Aftertouch | |
| Split Points | Up to 3 Split Points (4 Keyboard Zones) with visual LED indication |
| Split Point Width Options | 3 options: Lrg, Sml, or Off |
Organ Section |
|
| Organ Simulation Types | Nord C2D B3, Vox Continental, Farfisa models |
| Pipe Organ Models | 2 Digital Pipe Organ models |
| B3 Bass Mode | |
| Drawbars | Physical Drawbars with LED graphs |
| Live Mode | Preset or Drawbar Live mode |
| Percussion Controls | |
| Vibrato/Chorus Control | |
| Layers | 2 Layers (2-Part Multitimbral) |
Piano Section |
|
| Piano Memory | 2 GB memory for Piano sounds |
| Sound Replacement | Using Nord Sound Manager (Mac/Win) |
| Polyphony | 120 Voice Polyphony |
| Sound Categories | Grand, Upright, Electric, Digital, Layer, Clav/Harpsichord |
| Touch Curves | 3 Selectable (Heavy, Medium, Light) |
| Piano Timbre Controls | Custom settings for Electric Pianos and Clavinet |
| String Resonance | For acoustic Grand Pianos and Uprights |
| Selectable Soft Piano Release | |
| Pedal Noise | Using Nord Triple Pedal 1, 2 or Sustain Pedal 2 |
| Dynamic Compression | |
| Unison Functionality | |
| Layers | 2 Layers (2-Part Multitimbral) |
Synth Section |
|
| Synth Engine | Nord Wave 2 with Sample Playback |
| Display | Dedicated OLED for Waveform/Sample selection |
| Synth Memory | 1 GB for Nord Sample Library |
| Sample Replacement | Using Nord Sound Manager (Mac/Win) |
| Polyphony | 46 Voice Polyphony |
| Oscillator Types | Analog, Digital Waves, FM, Sample |
| Analog Waveform Options | Pure, Shape, Shape Sine, Multi, Super, Sync, Bell, Misc (Noise) |
| Filter Types | Classic Transistor Ladder, LP, HP, Band Pass, combined LP+BP |
| Filter Drive | Off, 1, 2, 3 |
| Filter Tracking | Off, 1/3, 2/3, Full |
| Unison Modes | 3 Unison modes |
| Vibrato Modes | Controllable from Mod Wheel, Aftertouch, Pedal |
| Filter Envelope | Attack, Decay/Sustain, Release, Velocity control |
| Amplitude Envelope | Attack, Decay/Sustain, Release, Velocity control |
| Oscillator Envelope | Attack, Decay/Sustain, Release, Velocity control |
| LFO | 5 waveforms: Square, Triangle, Ramp Down, Ramp Up, Sample & Hold |
| Arpeggiator | Advanced with Arp, Polyphonic, Gate modes |
| Arpeggiator Patterns | With Accent and Pan options |
| Sync | LFO and Arpeggiator to Master Clock |
| Layers | 3 Layers (3-Part Multitimbral) |
Effects |
|
| Mod 1 Effects | Tremolo, Auto Pan, Ring Modulator, Wah-Wah, Auto-Wah, Pump (Sidechain) |
| Mod 2 Effects | Phaser, Flanger, Vibe, Chorus, Ensemble, Spin |
| Delay | Tempo, Feedback, Mix, Ping Pong, Tap Tempo, Feedback Filter |
| Amp/Speaker Simulations | 3 types: Twin, JC, Small |
| Filter Mode | HP24/LP24 with Cut-off, Resonance, Mix controls |
| Tube Amp Simulation | Adjustable overdrive |
| 3-Band Equalizer | Sweepable mid, EQ ranges: 100 Hz, 200 Hz - 8 kHz, 4 kHz |
| Rotary Speaker | Selectable speed: Stop, Slow, Fast |
| Effect Sync | To Master Clock |
| Compressor | Fast Mode |
| Reverb | 6 algorithms (Spring, Booth, Room, Stage, Hall, Cathedral) |
Keyboard Models |
|
| Nord Stage 4 88 | 88-key Triple Sensor Hammer Action with Aftertouch (Range: A-C) |
| Nord Stage 4 73 | 73-key Triple Sensor Hammer Action with Aftertouch (Range: E-E) |
| Nord Stage 4 Compact | 73-key Triple Sensor Semi Weighted Waterfall with Aftertouch (Range: E-E) |
Connections |
|
| Audio Outputs | 4 Assignable - ¼", 6.35 mm jacks, unbalanced |
| Headphone Output | Stereo ¼", 6.35 mm jack |
| Monitor Input | 1/8", 3.5 mm stereo jack |
| Sustain Pedal Input | ¼", 6.35 mm jack (compatible with Nord Sustain Pedal 2, Nord Triple Pedal 1) |
| Triple Pedal Connector | 5 pin DIN (compatible with Nord Triple Pedal 2) |
| Rotor Pedal Input | ¼", 6.35 mm jack (use a momentary or switch-type pedal) |
| Organ Swell Pedal | ¼", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack |
| Control Pedal Input | ¼", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack |
| Foot Switch Input | ¼", 6.35 mm jack (use a momentary two-button or a single switch-type pedal) |
| MIDI In | 5 pin DIN connectors |
| MIDI Out | 5 pin DIN connectors |
| USB Port | Type B connector for USB MIDI, Software Update, and Sound Transfer |
| Power Cord | With IEC C14 connector |
Nord Stage 4 88 Fully Weighted 88-Key Keyboard
Nord Stage 4 88 with a fully weighted Triple Sensor keybed (A-C) with aftertouch and Physical Drawbars with LED indicators.
THE NEW EXPERIENCE
The Nord Stage 4 features a brand new panel design with dedicated LED faders for each Layer, providing exceptional overview and flexibility when creating sounds and performing live. The new Preset Library is packed with inspiring ready-to-use Piano, Synth and Organ sounds for quick and smooth patch creation.
The Layer Scene lets you seamlessly switch between two different sound setups at the touch of a button. Adding a powerful new Effect section coupled with versatile pedal options and a premium Triple Sensor keybed, the Nord Stage 4 offers a new level of musical expression.
THE PIANO
The Nord Stage 4 comes with a new enhanced collection of Grands, Uprights and Electric Pianos from our exclusive Nord Piano Library combined with new features such as Dynamic compression and Unison.
Nord’s state-of-the-art sampling techniques capture the extraordinary nuances and real character of the source instruments. Our unique ‘Advanced String Resonance’ and Dynamic Pedal Noise features deliver breathtaking realism and an unsurpassed level of expressiveness.
THE SYNTH
The Synth section with its three independent Layers is based on the powerful Nord Wave 2 Synth Engine, including Virtual Analog synthesis, Samples, FM and Wavetable.
An extensive new collection of samples from the Nord Sample Library offers a broad sonic palette of Strings, Bass, Choirs, Guitars and much more. The advanced Arpeggiator features new Polyphonic, Gate and Pattern modes and can be used for a huge variety of rhythmic applications with customizable patterns.
THE ORGAN
The Organ section features our award-winning simulations of B3 Tonewheel, B3 Bass, classic Vox and Farfisa as well as two Pipe Organ models.
All Stage 4 models are equipped with our new Physical drawbars with LED indicators for optimal hands-on experience and overview.
THE EFFECTS
The Nord Stage 4 has a powerful new Effect section offering a complete setup of Effects for each Layer.
The extensive range of Effects includes a new Pump effect for side chain simulation, a new Spin effect and brand new variations of Reverb, Delay, Amps and Modulation effects.
| Product Name | Nord Stage 4 88 Fully Weighted 88-Key Keyboard |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nord |
| Condition | New |
| MPN | AMS-NSTAGE4-88 |
| UPC | 834035001677 |
| Shipping Option | Free Shipping to the Continental U.S. |
What's in the Box?
- Nord Stage 4 88 Fully Weighted 88-Key Keyboard
- Single Pedal 1 included with Stage 4 73 and 88
- User Manual
- Power cord
- USB cord
Performance/General
- New panel design for exceptional overview and flexibility
- Premium Triple sensor keybed
- New preset library
- Dedicated LED faders for each Layer
Synth section
- Nord Wave 2 Synth Engine
- 3 independent Synth Layers
- Doubled sample memory
- Enhanced samples with Tru-Vibrato, Unison and Round Robin
- Extensive real time controls
- Advanced Arpeggiator with Polyphonic, Gate and Pattern modes
- Extern mode for advanced MIDI control
Piano section
- Enhanced collection of Uprights, Grands,EPs and more
- Dynamic Compression
- Unison feature
- Creative Timbre presets
- Advanced String Resonance
- Dynamic Pedal Noise
Effects
- Dedicated Effect section per Layer
- New Variations for Modulation, Amp, Delay and Reverb Effects
- New Spring, Booth and Cathedral Reverb
- New Spin effect
- New Pump effect
- New Flam and Space Delay
Organ section
- Award-winning organ simulations of B3, Vox/Farfisa and Pipe Organ models
- Physical drawbars with LED indicators
- Enhanced Rotary Speaker Drive
- Drawbar Live mode
- New B3 Bass mode
- Enhanced model 122 Vintage Rotary Speaker with new drive including close or distant mic position
General Features |
|
| Master Level Control | |
| Wooden Pitch Stick | |
| Modulation Wheel | |
| Programs | 512 Programs - 8 Banks with 8 Pages each (8 Program locations per Page) |
| Preset Library | Organ, Piano, and Synth Presets (2x64 Organ, 2x64 Piano, 8x64 Synth Preset locations) |
| Live Programs | 8 Live Programs |
| Layer Scene Setups | 2 Individual Layer Scene Setups |
| Morph Sources | Modulation Wheel (controllable by Swell pedal), Control Pedal, Aftertouch |
| Output Routing Options | Stereo and Mono |
| Programmable Transpose | ± 6 semitones |
| Master Clock Functionality | Manual, external, and tap-tempo rate control |
| MIDI Support | MIDI over USB functionality |
| Level Control | |
| Aftertouch | |
| Split Points | Up to 3 Split Points (4 Keyboard Zones) with visual LED indication |
| Split Point Width Options | 3 options: Lrg, Sml, or Off |
Organ Section |
|
| Organ Simulation Types | Nord C2D B3, Vox Continental, Farfisa models |
| Pipe Organ Models | 2 Digital Pipe Organ models |
| B3 Bass Mode | |
| Drawbars | Physical Drawbars with LED graphs |
| Live Mode | Preset or Drawbar Live mode |
| Percussion Controls | |
| Vibrato/Chorus Control | |
| Layers | 2 Layers (2-Part Multitimbral) |
Piano Section |
|
| Piano Memory | 2 GB memory for Piano sounds |
| Sound Replacement | Using Nord Sound Manager (Mac/Win) |
| Polyphony | 120 Voice Polyphony |
| Sound Categories | Grand, Upright, Electric, Digital, Layer, Clav/Harpsichord |
| Touch Curves | 3 Selectable (Heavy, Medium, Light) |
| Piano Timbre Controls | Custom settings for Electric Pianos and Clavinet |
| String Resonance | For acoustic Grand Pianos and Uprights |
| Selectable Soft Piano Release | |
| Pedal Noise | Using Nord Triple Pedal 1, 2 or Sustain Pedal 2 |
| Dynamic Compression | |
| Unison Functionality | |
| Layers | 2 Layers (2-Part Multitimbral) |
Synth Section |
|
| Synth Engine | Nord Wave 2 with Sample Playback |
| Display | Dedicated OLED for Waveform/Sample selection |
| Synth Memory | 1 GB for Nord Sample Library |
| Sample Replacement | Using Nord Sound Manager (Mac/Win) |
| Polyphony | 46 Voice Polyphony |
| Oscillator Types | Analog, Digital Waves, FM, Sample |
| Analog Waveform Options | Pure, Shape, Shape Sine, Multi, Super, Sync, Bell, Misc (Noise) |
| Filter Types | Classic Transistor Ladder, LP, HP, Band Pass, combined LP+BP |
| Filter Drive | Off, 1, 2, 3 |
| Filter Tracking | Off, 1/3, 2/3, Full |
| Unison Modes | 3 Unison modes |
| Vibrato Modes | Controllable from Mod Wheel, Aftertouch, Pedal |
| Filter Envelope | Attack, Decay/Sustain, Release, Velocity control |
| Amplitude Envelope | Attack, Decay/Sustain, Release, Velocity control |
| Oscillator Envelope | Attack, Decay/Sustain, Release, Velocity control |
| LFO | 5 waveforms: Square, Triangle, Ramp Down, Ramp Up, Sample & Hold |
| Arpeggiator | Advanced with Arp, Polyphonic, Gate modes |
| Arpeggiator Patterns | With Accent and Pan options |
| Sync | LFO and Arpeggiator to Master Clock |
| Layers | 3 Layers (3-Part Multitimbral) |
Effects |
|
| Mod 1 Effects | Tremolo, Auto Pan, Ring Modulator, Wah-Wah, Auto-Wah, Pump (Sidechain) |
| Mod 2 Effects | Phaser, Flanger, Vibe, Chorus, Ensemble, Spin |
| Delay | Tempo, Feedback, Mix, Ping Pong, Tap Tempo, Feedback Filter |
| Amp/Speaker Simulations | 3 types: Twin, JC, Small |
| Filter Mode | HP24/LP24 with Cut-off, Resonance, Mix controls |
| Tube Amp Simulation | Adjustable overdrive |
| 3-Band Equalizer | Sweepable mid, EQ ranges: 100 Hz, 200 Hz - 8 kHz, 4 kHz |
| Rotary Speaker | Selectable speed: Stop, Slow, Fast |
| Effect Sync | To Master Clock |
| Compressor | Fast Mode |
| Reverb | 6 algorithms (Spring, Booth, Room, Stage, Hall, Cathedral) |
Keyboard Models |
|
| Nord Stage 4 88 | 88-key Triple Sensor Hammer Action with Aftertouch (Range: A-C) |
| Nord Stage 4 73 | 73-key Triple Sensor Hammer Action with Aftertouch (Range: E-E) |
| Nord Stage 4 Compact | 73-key Triple Sensor Semi Weighted Waterfall with Aftertouch (Range: E-E) |
Connections |
|
| Audio Outputs | 4 Assignable - ¼", 6.35 mm jacks, unbalanced |
| Headphone Output | Stereo ¼", 6.35 mm jack |
| Monitor Input | 1/8", 3.5 mm stereo jack |
| Sustain Pedal Input | ¼", 6.35 mm jack (compatible with Nord Sustain Pedal 2, Nord Triple Pedal 1) |
| Triple Pedal Connector | 5 pin DIN (compatible with Nord Triple Pedal 2) |
| Rotor Pedal Input | ¼", 6.35 mm jack (use a momentary or switch-type pedal) |
| Organ Swell Pedal | ¼", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack |
| Control Pedal Input | ¼", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack |
| Foot Switch Input | ¼", 6.35 mm jack (use a momentary two-button or a single switch-type pedal) |
| MIDI In | 5 pin DIN connectors |
| MIDI Out | 5 pin DIN connectors |
| USB Port | Type B connector for USB MIDI, Software Update, and Sound Transfer |
| Power Cord | With IEC C14 connector |
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