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Nord tells us that the Stage 2 EX updates their Nord Stage 2 instrument line with 1 GB memory for the Nord Piano Library and a new ultra lightweight Hammer Action Portable HP76 model.
A spokesperson said, "Our outstanding new Factory Bank features 5 Grand Pianos, 7 Upright Pianos, 11 Electric Pianos, Clavinet, Harpsichords and a vastly improved Nord Sample Library selection including brand new Strings, Choir and Folk instruments."
Here's the details in Nord's own words:
NEW DOUBLED MEMORY FOR NORD PIANO LIBRARY
The Nord Stage 2 EX features 1 GB memory for the Nord Piano Library allowing you to bring even more of our unique sampled acoustic and electric pianos on stage.
NEW ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT 76-KEY MODEL
The Nord Stage 2 EX HP76 sports an ultra lightweight Hammer Action Portable keybed (E-G) as found in the Electro 3/4/5 HP and Piano 2 HP models. Weighing only 12 kg (27,3 lb), this makes the Nord Stage 2 EX HP76 the most portable Hammer Action Stage instrument ever.
NEW IMPROVED FACTORY SOUND BANK
The Nord Stage 2 EX features a brand new Factory Sound Bank with both new sounds in the Piano Library as well as a completely updated and refined selection of sounds from the Nord Sample Library. We've also optimized our sounds allowing you to fit even more sounds without comprising playability. New sounds include:
NEW FRESH NEW COLOR SCHEME
The Nord Stage 2 EX panel has been updated with a bright orange color scheme.
THREE MODELS
The Nord Stage 2 EX comes in three models: See website for details.
Pricing and Availability:
All models shipping in May 2015 with pricing to be announced.
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