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Nord’s fans would love this brand new flagship instrument line. The new Nord Stage 2 series incorporates Nord’s latest organ, piano and synthesizer technologies. The Stage 2 models includes Nord Stage 2 HA88; a 88 - note, Nord Stage 2 HA76; a 76 - note, and both model feature new fully weighted Hammer Action keyboard and Nord Stage 2 SW73 features a 73-note Semi Weighted Waterfall keyboard, Effects; Effect 1 - Ring Modulator, Tremolo, Pan, Wah, AutoWah 1, Autowah 2 , Effect 2 -  Phaser 2 types,  Chorus 2 types, Flanger and Vibe, EQ, Delay and Reverb, 400 programs, LED, Master clock, Modulation wheel.

The Nord Stage 2 series have similar features apart from the keyboard. Part of what sets the Stage 2 apart from typical performance-oriented keyboards is the impeccable attention to detail in its extensive collection of sounds, keybed and control. Armed with twice the program memory of its predecessor, the widely popular Stage EX, the Stage 2 has the bandwidth to include subtitles such as string resonance, dynamic pedal noise and new Piano Release function, and is compatible with the new Nord v5 Piano library, maximizing the range of available sounds. The all-new Piano Release function once activated, you will get a slightly longer release more suitable for legato playing. This important feature reflects adjusting the damper tension in an acoustic or an electromechanical instrument. Likewise, the new Gen 3 organ is simply astonishing! The Stage 2 also features 380MB of on-board sample memory and with the Sample Manager users can also create their own bespoke sound setups, adding endless depth to its synth sound section. The Synth section also features a new powerful arpeggiator that can be easily synced to the Stage 2’s Master Clock for perfect timing with other elements of the Stage 2, including its effect. On top of all of these the Nord  Stage 2 also features an even more extensive effects section than ever before.

Additionally, the Stage 2 control panel and user interface have been designed to give immediate access to all of the key functions, and users are able to quickly and easily see exactly what they have selected. All vital functions are controlled by dedicated single-function knobs - dedicated piano, organ and synthesizer sections and new Live Mode buttons. And when you feel the texture and response of the new custom-designed keybed, you will have no doubt that this keyboard is made for professional keyboardist. If you are looking for the ultimate live keyboard, you are going to love the user-friendly Nord Stage 2, an instrument that offers huge expandability.

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Roland’s new, robust and stylish travel-friendly Atelier Combo AT-350C organ incorporates an abundances of features and sounds, and takes the instrument to a new level of realism. The Atelier Combo AT-350C Organ features 49-key upper and 64-key lower dual-manual keyboard, D Beam, harmonic bars, Max. 128 voices Polyphony, SuperNATURAL Technology, authentic vintage organ sounds powered by Virtual Tone Wheel Technology, 243 Voices including , trumpet, violin, flamenco guitar, acoustic guitar, grand piano and many more powered by SuperNATURAL sound engine.

How cool is ATELIER Combo? The Roland Atelier Combo AT-350C is akin to a stage-ready dual-manual keyboard. Player will be able to enjoy the realistic organ playing experience and create dynamic, professional organ performances, thanks to Roland’s SuperNATURAL sound engine which powered a multitude of high-quality stringed instrument voices and accompaniment styles, and Virtual Tone Wheel Technology with its authentic vintage organ sounds, and the full harmonic bars, all under the fingertips. Whereas, the invisible D Beam controller will takes player’s playing experience into the future. Additionally, player can even add play back MIDI or audio files to enhance his performances. The Atelier Combo also enables player to save his performance as audio data for ease of transfer to a CD.

With a combination of old school and new school, this boundary-breaking instrument sets a new standard in live-performance versatility and borderless musical expression for all ages and musical preferences. Weight merely 24.5 kg, the portable, sleek, robust and user-friendly digital organ is ideal for the performing musician.


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Yamaha unveiled a wide array of exciting new products at Winter NAMM 2011, and one of its newest products is Yamaha’s E-Series keyboard, the PSR-E333 Portable Keyboard. The PSR-E333 is designed for music beginners with an eco-friendly feature. The Yamaha PSR-E333 features 61-key touch response keyboard, Max. 32 Voices Polyphony, Effects; Reverb 9 types and Chorus 4 types, Ultra-wide Stereo, 497 high quality instrument Voices, 106 preset accompaniment Styles, 102 preset Songs, Portable Grand button, new power saving mode, Yamaha Education Suite lessons (Y.E.S), custom LCD Display.

With touch responsive keyboard, the robust PSR-E333 responds like an acoustic piano i.e., striking a key harder will produce a louder sound while striking it softer will produce a softer sound. The PSR-E333 is the first entry-level keyboard in its range to incorporates Ultra-Wide Stereo, thanks to Yamaha’s pioneered sound projector technology. The new Ultra-Wide Stereo DSP button creates the same 3D sense of space you would experience with an elite surround sound system. Similarly, the PSR-E333 comes with top-quality digital effects, like 9 reverb effects and 4 chorus effects, to enrich your performance. Besides the grand piano sound, the multitude (497) of stringed instrument voices are amazingly realistic. Performers can select any instrument Voices, accompaniment Styles and digital effects to enhance performance or alternatively, select Yamaha’s grand piano sound, as well as set up the keyboard to play as a piano. The keyboard instrument allows you to record, mix and simulate your songs with accompaniments - great for making music and practicing. Additionally, the PSR-E333 has on-board 102 songs and an advanced set of Yamaha Education Suite lessons. Music beginners can teach themselves to play the songs and perform using this advanced set of helpful learning tools - very systematic and interactive piano lesson system and chord dictionary. The new power saving function turns off the power automatically to avoid wastage if the keyboard has not been used for a set amount of time.

The robust Yamaha PSR-E333 Portable Keyboard is at an incredibly affordable package. A user-friendly yet, feature-laden portable music keyboard that will give you and your family years of musical enjoyment. Weight merely 4.9 kg and can operates on 6-AA batteries. If you are looking for an entry-level portable keyboard, the PSR-E333 is a perfect choice. The Yamaha PSR-E333 portable keyboard Enrich, Educate, Entertain, and Empower.


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Korg’s brand-new Music Workstation, the KRONOS unveiled at the recent 2011 NAMM show. Kronos is more than a new instrument. It is a single keyboard instrument that brings together multiple synthesis sound engines in Kronos. Korg Kronos features 61-keys, 73-keys or 88-keys, the 61-keys features semi-weighted action whereas, the 73 and 88-keys feature fully weighted hammer-action keyboard. Kronos boasts a complete nine different synthesis sound engines, new interactive performance features, as well as a host of tactile elements, including a new 8″ color touch screen, for easy access to parameters and real time control.

The foundation of any keyboard instrument is the piano and no workstation would be complete without piano sounds, and the Kronos is no exception - a choice of acoustic piano; German Model D - grand and Japanese C Model - robust (presumably based on Steinway and Yamaha grands, respectively) pianos are available using the SGX-1 engine, and each has been sampled at eight velocity levels per key. Their realism is further augmented by the fact that none of the samples are looped, and both models recreate the sound of key and pedal noise, and sympathetic string resonance. Naturally, classic electric piano sounds are also incorporated and are accessible via the EP-1 engine and these sounds are generated on the fly using what Korg call Multi-Dimensional Synthesis (MDS) technology. Six electric piano models are available and due to their synthesized nature each can be extensively tweaked. The EPS-1 engine also includes emulations of cabinets, amps, speaker and vintage effects.

Additionally, a tonewheel organ model is also present, and this comes courtesy of the CX-3 engine. Another modelled affair, this recreates the sound of the classic Hammond organ, complete with valve amplifier, vibrato/chorus and the obligatory Leslie cabinet. The imperfections of the original, including leakage, tonewheel noise and pitch instability, have also been obsessively analysed and recreated. STR-1 is a string-synthesis engine, besides generates guitar, harp, harpsichord, clavinet and other real stringed-instrument sounds, user can also create entirely new sounds. It also allows user to use the synthesis engine to process external audio sources, via the Kronos input jacks. The remaining five sound-generation engines are based either on traditional synthesis techniques or classic hardware synthesizers. The MS20 EX and Polysix EX emulations from Korg  Legacy collection have been incorporated here, with MS20 patching achieved via the touchscreen, and the Polysix EX featuring the original classic arpeggiator.

Korg KRONOS Music Workstation, there is a lot to mention about this monstrous music workstation and many more than could be mentioned here. The portable keyboard comes complete with all of the extras required of a modern workstation, and has exceeded the demands of the modern player. The KRONOS is  a single keyboard instrument designed for live performing musicians,  artists creating in a studio or computer-based production environment and for musicians and sound designers seeking the ultimate synthesizer. Weight 12.5 kg,  20.3 kg and 23 kg respectively.


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CME Pro debuted their newest master keyboard at the recent 2011 NAMM show in Anaheim, the Z-KEY. Having had more than eighteen years of experience incorporating with the latest technology, CME’s new Z-Key would no doubt differentiate it from other product brands on the market. The CME  Z-Key 76 Master Keyboard features 76 Zenith keys semi-weighted action keyboard, with velocity sensitivity and after-touch, Pitch and Modulation wheels, premium quality aluminum casing, assignable Data Dial, Standby button, MIDI OUT, USB port, Sustain Pedal jack.

The robust Z-Key Master Keyboard incorporates an entirely new keybed design, utilizing one-piece integrated felt-strip and after-touch, which produced better and more consistent action. Perhaps, what differentiate the Master keyboard from other product brands is the Zenith keys, with acoustic piano touch. The feel of the weighted action keys is nice if you have tried the acoustic pianos. Additionally, each key on Z-Keys is individual hence, the keys can be adjusted individually for touch and response. The Z-Key is class compliant with Windows XP, Vista and 7, and Mac OS X. The Master keyboard also comes in 49-Zenith keys, 61-Zenith keys, 76-Zenith keys and 88-Zenith keys, and all with velocity sensitivity keys and after-touch.

The CME Z-Key Master Keyboard is packed in an aluminum casing for durability. The robust portable keyboard is designed for discerning users and is affordable. If you are looking forward to a pro MIDI keyboard with acoustic piano touch, and in a unique designed casing, then CME Z-Key is the perfect choice.

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