The Nord Drum 2 is a 6-channel Modelling Percussion Synthesizer that combines the playability of real percussion with unique and powerful sound creation possibilities! Create and play anything from classic analogue drum machine sounds and 80’s disco toms to mind-blowing realistic percussion sounds you’ve never heard before.

Nord Drum 2 Nord Pad

The Nord Drum 2 sound engine features Resonance modeling, Subtractive and FM-synthesis in addition to a comprehensive Noise section with High-Pass, Low-pass and Band-Pass filters and offers an extreme level of control over the dynamic response. Each of the channels can be roughened up with a sample rate reducing Crush effect or non-linear distortion.

The 6 generic trigger inputs can be used with both electronic drum pads and acoustic trigger mics. Nord Drum 2 can be played with MIDI-pads or be controlled from a MIDI sequencer. The MIDI out lets the Nord Drum 2 double as a Trigger-to-MIDI inteface.

The new Nord Pad is a compact, super responsive multi-pad that connects easily to the Nord Drum 2 with a single Ethernet-cable. The Nord Pad is available as an optional accessory.

The Nord Drum 2 and the Nord Pad will be previewed at the Frankfurt Musikmesse April 10-13th.

Key features

  • 6-channel drum synthesizer
  • Resonance modeling, Subtractive- and FM-synthesis
  • 6 generic trigger inputs
  • Dedicated Nord Pad input with support for separate Kick trigger/pad.
  • MIDI in/out with CC control
  • Stereo output, with pan control
  • Headphones output

Press kit with images: http://bit.ly/norddrum2-presskit

The Nord Drum 2 is £399 RRP inc VAT and the Nord Pad £199 RRP inc VAT. Both will ship in May 2013.

Handmade in Sweden by Clavia DMI AB, distributed in the UK/ROI by Sound Technology Ltd - 01462 480000, www.soundtech.co.uk/nordkeyboardsuk, www.facebook.com/nordkeyboardsuk