Clavia Nord Piano 6 88
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Clavia Nord
Piano 6 88
Product Info
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The Nord Piano 6 88 is a phenomenal stage piano – it’s built for serious pianists who demand authentic feel and pristine sounds. The keybed is superb, the transitions are flawless, and the sound engine is incredibly versatile. This is an ideal choice for gigging musicians, studio work, and anyone wanting a top-tier piano experience.
Product Description
- Clavia Nord Piano 6 88
- Stage Piano
- 88 Keys
- Premium keyboard with hammer action
- triple sensors and weighted keys
- 2 piano layers and 2 sample synth layers
- adjustable via LED fader
- Categories: Grand Pianos
- Upright Pianos
- Electric Pianos
- Clavinet
- Digital Pianos
- Marimba
- Vibraphone and more
- 2 GB memory for Nord Piano Library and 1 GB for Nord Sample Library
- OLED display
- Seamless transitions (uninterrupted switching between sounds)
- Piano section: 120-voice polyphony
- 3 dynamic curves to adapt to playing style
- switchable pedal noise
- 5 selectable timbre settings
- Sample synth section: 2 independent sample synth layers
- controls for attack
- decay and release
- mono
- legato and glide modes
- unison mode for ensemble sounds
- 3 dynamic levels and vibrato
- Effects section per layer with modulation effects (tremolo
- phaser
- chorus
- flanger and more)
- delay with tap tempo
- compressor
- 3-band equaliser and 3 amplifier simulations
- Reverb with 6 algorithms (Room
- Booth
- Spring
- Stage
- Hall
- Cathedral)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 1282 x 121 x 349 mm
- Weight: 19.2 kg
- Incl. Nord Triple Pedal 2 and power supply cable
- *Connections: *
- Stereo outputs: 2 x 6.3mm jack
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- Stereo monitor input: 3.5 mm mini jack
- Pedal inputs for sustain and volume/expression as well as footswitch: 3 x 6.3 mm jacks
- Connection for Nord Triple pedal: 5-pin DIN
- MIDI In/Out: 5-Pin DIN
- USB-B port
PROS
- • Exceptional key action rivals acoustic grand pianos; truly responsive.
- • Nord's signature seamless transitions eliminate sound-switching glitches.
- • Comprehensive effects engine allows for nuanced sound shaping and creativity.
- • The OLED display is crisp, clear, and offers intuitive visual feedback.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many keyboard players.
- • Sample library loading can occasionally feel a bit sluggish.
- • Limited physical controls compared to some workstation keyboards.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
88
Key Action
Hammer action, weighted, triple sensors, adjustable dynamic curves
Sounds
Grand Pianos, Upright Pianos, Electric Pianos, Clavinet, Marimba, Vibraphone & more, 120-voice piano polyphony
Polyphony
120 voices (piano section), variable (sample synth)
Effects
Reverb, Chorus, Phaser, Tremolo, Rotary, Delay, Compressor per layer
Connections
Stereo Outputs, MIDI In/Out, USB, Sustain Pedal Input, Expression Pedal Input, Headphone Output
Weight
57.5 lbs (26.1 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Nord action is generally considered more nuanced and responsive, with a slightly lighter touch, though Yamaha's offer a more robust, 'heavier' feel that some prefer.
Yes, the Nord Sample Library functionality is well-supported; the workflow is fairly straightforward using the Nord Sound Manager software on your computer.
It comes remarkably close, capturing a wide dynamic range and subtle nuances, though it won't perfectly replicate the complexities of a world-class acoustic piano.
