Nord - Organ 3
The Nord Organ 3 reinvents the art of the keyboard with revolutionary features, a revisited design and unmatched sound quality. This model, the latest addition to the range, immediately seduces with its intuitive interface with an OLED screen, its illuminated drawbars and its ultra-responsive keyboard. Thanks to a fully optimized organ engine, you can enjoy detailed reproduction of the B3, Vox and Farfisa models, while the rotating speaker emulation offers impressive sound immersion. Designed for demanding musicians, this keyboard adapts to all your creations, whether you explore classic sounds or more daring worlds.
Presentation
The Vox and Farfisa models reveal breathtaking precision in the reproduction of vintage tones. Each filter, each tone generator has been meticulously modeled for incomparable authenticity. The complex interaction between the combined registers is also highlighted, offering unprecedented flexibility in your creations. These features, combined with a new British speaker emulation and a redesigned rotary amp, guarantee an immersive and dynamic sound experience.
The Nord Organ 3 doesn’t stop at sonic authenticity, it also features an enhanced effects section with innovative modulation options such as Ring Mod, Flanger and Tremolo. The new spring reverb, as well as the ability to insert the effect before the rotary emulation, opens up unexplored sonic horizons. In addition, the keyboard offers advanced settings, including an EQ with an adjustable midband and program transposition functions, perfect for varied configurations.
The Nord Organ 3’s rotary cabinet emulation includes microphone placement options, offering fine customization and adapted to each acoustic environment. By integrating bass synth options, the Nord Organ 3 adds an extra dimension to your performances. Inspired by classic pedalboards, these settings allow you to explore unique sonic textures.
In terms of design, the Nord Organ 3 offers improved ergonomics with illuminated drawbars for simplified live control. The OLED display ensures optimum readability, even in the darkest environments. By integrating dedicated auxiliary outputs and an 11-pin Leslie connector, this keyboard stands out as an ally of choice for all musicians looking for versatility.
Features
Other features
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Nord Clavia Nord Organ 3
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Electronic organ
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Keyboards: 2x 61 notes, Triple sensor, semi-weighted, Waterfall
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Transposition button
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Drawbars per keyboard: 2x 9
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Drawbars for pedalboard: 2
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Auxiliary output for Bass/Pedal routing
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Program slots: 400
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Live programs: 3
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Program and Preset per keyboard: 1 Program, 2 Preset
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OLED display
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Organ Section:
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Organ Models: B3, Vox, Farfisa (Full Polyphony)
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Pipe Organ Models: 2 (Full Polyphony)
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Bass Organ Models: B3, Vox, Farfisa, and Pipe
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Bass Synth Models: B3 Synth, Trek, and Taurus
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Percussion Controls with Poly and DB9 Cancel Options
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Vibrato/Chorus with B3 Deep Mode
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Rotary Speaker/Amplifier Section:
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Rotary Speaker Emulation: Next Generation
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Microphone Placement Options: Multiple
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Overdrive Types: 3, with Intensity Control
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Amplifier Emulations: JC, Brit, and Twin
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Effects:
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Modulation: Phaser, Tremolo, Ring Mod, Flanger, Chorus with Rate and Amount control
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Equalizer: 3 bands with parametric mid band
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Delay: Analog mode, LP/HP/BP filters, Feedback control, Dry/Wet, Tempo control with Tap, Upper keyboard mode only
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Reverb: Spring, Booth, Room, Stage, Hall, Cathedral with Chorale, Bright/Dark, Pre-Rotary options and Amount control
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Connections:
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Headphone output: ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
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Line L&R outputs: 2x ∅6.35 mm jack
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High Level output: ∅6.35 mm jack
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Auxiliary output: ∅6.35 mm jack
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Leslie output: 11 pins
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Monitor input: ∅3.5 mm TRS mini-jack
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Sustain pedal input: ∅6.35 mm jack
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Rotary control input: ∅6.35 mm jack
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Expression pedal input: ∅6.35 mm TRS jack
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MIDI In/Out: 2x 5-pin DIN
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Bass pedal MIDI input: 5-pin DIN
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USB port: USB-B
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Power supply:
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Dimensions: 985 x 165 x 446 mm
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Weight: 17 kg
To find out more...
- The Nord C2: a first milestone in innovation
The C2 model marked a decisive step for Nord, by bringing together in a single instrument the characteristics of the most popular organs in the world. Its sound engine was designed to accurately emulate the Hammond B3 organ, the Vox and Farfisa transistor organs, as well as pipe organs. This sonic diversity immediately appealed to musicians looking to explore varied worlds, from jazz to gospel, including rock and classical music.
The C2 was also praised for its compactness and lightness, two essential criteria for traveling musicians. Its dual-register waterfall keyboard and ease of use provided a fluid experience, allowing players to focus on their playing rather than complex adjustments. However, this model still lacked certain advanced features, which would pave the way for an improved version.
- The Nord C2D: the contribution of physical mechanics
With the launch of the C2D, Nord responded to a growing demand from musicians by integrating physical harmonic drawbars. This major improvement allowed a more intuitive interaction with the instrument, reminiscent of the sensations offered by classic electromechanical organs. The physical drawbars were not only an aesthetic asset, they represented a real gain in precision and control for musicians.
The sound engine also benefited from a significant update. The organ samples have been refined to offer even more realism, while the Leslie cabinet emulation has been improved, reproducing with greater precision the acoustic characteristics of rotary speakers. The C2D has quickly established itself as a tool of choice for stage musicians, but also for recording studios thanks to its sonic versatility and robustness.
- The Nord Organ 3: a modern revolution
The arrival of the Nord Organ 3 marked a new era for the brand's electronic organs. This model represents a synthesis of the strengths of its predecessors while introducing spectacular technological advances. Among the main developments is a completely redesigned sound engine, capable of capturing with even greater precision the nuances of the B3, Vox and Farfisa organs.
The rotary cabinet emulation has also been pushed to a new level, including microphone placement options that offer exceptional sonic flexibility. This detail perfectly illustrates Nord's desire to meet the needs of modern musicians, whether on stage or in the studio. In addition, the triple sensor keyboard and illuminated drawbars provide improved ergonomics, facilitating real-time use.
The design has also been revised to offer a more intuitive interface, with an OLED screen that ensures perfect readability of the settings in all conditions. The Nord Organ 3 is not just a simple technical evolution, it embodies a true vision for the future of electronic organs, combining heritage and modernity.
An evolution marked by listening to musicians
What distinguishes Nord electronic organs is their ability to evolve based on musicians' feedback. Each model, from the C2 to the Organ 3, reflects careful listening to user needs. Whether it's sound quality, ergonomics or the addition of new features, Nord has been able to reinvent itself while remaining true to its identity.
In short, the evolution of Nord electronic organs reflects a constant quest for excellence. The transition from the C2 to the C2D, then to the Organ 3, illustrates a constant progression in the search for sound realism and practicality of use. These instruments, now emblematic, will continue to inspire musicians around the world for years to come.
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