Nord Stage 2 SW73 Compact
The Nord Stage 2 SW73 Compact features 73 semi-weighted water fall keys and 3 discrete sound generating sections that produce an array of piano, organ, and synthesizer sounds for performing and recording. The piano section features state-of-the-art acoustic pianos, vintage electric pianos, and vintage keyboard sounds, with all the nuance and detail of the actual instruments. The Stage 2's organ section delivers a full polyphony tone-wheel organ for faithful simulations of the classic Farfisa, Vox and B3 organs.
Draw buttons with LED bar graphs display the editable drawbar settings. Lastly the synth section delivers powerful classic analog, FM, and wavetable synthesis, with all of the editing arpeggiator and features to match. The Nord Stage 2 SW73 also features a full control section for intuitive control over other MIDI devices, making it the ideal solution for the stage and studio.
Piano Section
- State-of-the art sample-based Acoustic Pianos
- Advanced Vintage Electric Pianos
- String Resonance
- Selectable Piano Release
- Dynamic Pedal Noise via optional Nord Triple Pedal
- Nord Piano Library compatible
Synth Section
- Powerful Classic Analogue, FM and Wavetable synthesis
- Sample Playback
- Nord Sample Library compatibility
- Nord Sample Editor software included
- Arpeggiator
- Master Clock
Organ Section
- Latest generation Nord B3 Organ modeling
- Faithful simulations of classic Vox and Farfisa organs
- Advanced rotary speaker model with slow, fast and stop modes
- Draw buttons with LED bar graphs for easy overview of active drawbar settings.
Global Features
- Comprehensive Effects section
- Single-function control knobs and instant visibility of current settings
- External section allowing the Nord Stage 2 to serve as a master keyboard
- Expanded Live Mode with 5 locations
| Keyboard Zones | 73 Semi-Weighted Waterfall Keys |
| Polyphony |
Piano Section: 40-60 Voices Synthesizer Section: 18 Voices |
| Multitimbral |
Organ Section: 2-Part Piano Section: 2-PartSynthesizer Section: 2-Part |
| Presets | 400 Programs - 4 Banks with 20 Pages each. Each Page has 5 Program locations |
| Effects |
Unit One: Ring Modulator, Tremolo, Pan, Wah 1, Wah 2, AutoWah Unit Two: Flanger, Vibe, 2 Phasers, 2 ChorusesDelay - with Ping Pong (stereo taps) and Tap-Tempo 3 types of Speaker simulations, JC, Twin and SmallTube amp simulation with adjustable overdrive 3-band Equalizer with sweepable mid. EQ ranges: 100Hz, 200Hz - 8kHz and 4kHzRotary Speaker: selectable speed (Stop, Slow and Fast) and separate overdrive Effect rates/tempo can be synchronized to the Master Clock |
| Controllers |
General: Master Level ControlWooden Pitch Stick Modulation WheelProgrammable Transpose +/- 6 semitones Organ Section:9 digitally controlled Drawbars Percussion controlsVibrato / Chorus control Piano Section:4 Selectable Velocity Curves Clavinet EQ controlsSynth Section: Unison control - with no reduction in polyphonyTimbre controls Amplitude envelopeModulation envelope 12 & 24 dB Low Pass, High Pass, Band Pass and Notch Filter with ResonanceLFO with 4 waveforms (square, triangle, ramp and sample & hold) 300 Patch memory locations# Arpeggiator (Up-Down, Down, Run and Random). Range: 2, 3 or 4 octaves. |
| Inputs/Outputs |
4 Assignable Audio Outputs - ¼", 6,35 mm jacks, unbalanced Stereo Headphone output - ¼", 6,35 mm stereo jack1 Monitor input - 1/8", 3,5 mm stereo jack Sustain Pedal - ¼", 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 - ¼", 6.35 mm jack. Use a momentary pedal or a switch type pedal Organ Swell Pedal - ¼", 6.35 mm TRS stereo jack. Use a Control/Expression pedal like e.g. Yamaha FC-7, Roland EV-5 etc. Control Pedal - ¼", 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 connectorsUSB - type B connector IEC320 C7 power connector |
| Dimensions | 44 x 4 x 12" (1111 x 102 x 297mm) |
| Weight | 21lb (9.7kg) |
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 1 customer
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Fantastic support
- Portable
- Realistic Sound
- Responsive / Good Action
- Touch Sensitive Keys
Cons
- Awkward patch selection
Best Uses
- Accompaniment
- Chamber Music
- Concerts
- Electronic Music
- Learning
- RB Dance Rock Pop
- Travel
Comments about Nord Stage 2 SW73 Compact:
I play in an R&B/Dance band. The Stage 2 is part of a two-keyboard setup and handles ALL my needs for soloing and comping. The Motif is there for brass patches and 'workstation' uses. I wouldn't think of playing E.P., organ, piano, clav, or synth solo sounds with ANY other board out there. The Stage 2 can recreate all the classic sounds necessary in the style we play; it would shine just as well in Rock and Pop settings. The Kronos comes closer than Korg has ever come before in terms of recreating classic sounds but the Nord outshines it in all the categories listed. The synth section can now incorporate your own samples, so I may be able to leave the Motif home for some shows. The Nord seems feather light compared to the Kronos and the Motif. There are so many great things about the Stage2, I've mentioned the ones that benefit me the most. One thing that will benefit EVERY owner of the Nord Stage 2 is the awesome support and continual development that Nord and the Nord User Forum provide for the instruments. They still support and develop for the Stage Classic which has been discontinued for several years! Try to get a Korg tech/rep on the phone or even in a forum and you'll be waiting a very long time before they get back to you and there's no guarantee they'll be of any help. [@] is Nord's only equal in terms of fantastic support. The only downside I've found in the Stage2 is the awkward manner in which the patches are selected/organized. With the included Sound Manager software you can move things around to your liking easily enough, but still, to get to all those patches through only 5 buttons, you've got to get through several banks and it's very cumbersome. I must say, though, that I rarely use more than a couple of patches for each timbre, and the organ is tweaked on the fly as a real organ would, so I personally am not bothered too much by this; however, if you like to have splits/layers/patches for each song you play in your sets, you may be frustrated by the way you have to get to them. One other thing worth mentioning is not necessarily a downside, it's just something you'll need to be aware of, - in order to get the most out of the synth section, be prepared to dig into some programming/tweaking. Not that it's difficult, you'll just need/want to be able to do it. But feel confident that Nord and the very helpful/knowledgable people in the user forum will be there to help you along the way. One final comment that may be telling: the only other products that I own that I am as happy and proud to have as my Stage2 are my Apple products. Take a long look and listen to the Stage2, Nord's website, and the linked user forum before you buy your next keyboard. You may find as I did, while it's pricey, the Nord Stage 2 is worth it!
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Accessory Packages
- Price: $101.95
Cables
- Price: $4.99
Stands & Support
- Price: $30.80
Benches
- Price: $29.95
Cases & Protection
- Price: $29.00
Pedals
- Price: $12.95
Headphones
- Price: $27.37
What's in the Box
- User Manual
- Dust Cover
- Sustain Pedal
- Power Cord
- Nord Sample and Piano DVDs
- USB Cord
- 1 Year Warranty
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