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Visiting the UK Voice Band at Elstree Studios

Visiting the UK Voice Band at Elstree Studios

With just a few days to go until the Live Final, we were fortunate to be able to visit the BBC's The Voice band at London's Elstree studio. The band are using four Nord Stage 2 keyboards. We caught up with Musical Director David Tench and…
▶Posted 2nd April 2015
Free AKG headphones with Nord synthesisers promotion extended

Free AKG headphones with Nord synthesisers promotion extended

Due to the ongoing success of the promotion, anybody purchasing a Nord Lead synthesiser can now claim a free pair of AKG K612 PRO headphones until the 30th June 2015. Nord UK/ROI distributor Sound Technology Ltd is currently offering a…
▶Posted 30th March 2015
Nord Lead A1 wins TEC Award!

Nord Lead A1 wins TEC Award!

Delighted to announce Nord have received the very prestigious TEC (Technical Excellence and Creativity) Award for the Nord Lead A1 in the category 'Best Musical Instrument Hardware' 2014!  For more information on the Nord Lead A1…
▶Posted 28th January 2015
Nord Keyboards announce Electro 5 Series

Nord Keyboards announce Electro 5 Series

With enhancements to every area of the instrument, the Electro 5 redefines Nord’s legendary live keyboard.Nord Keyboards are proud to present the new Electro 5 Series - the latest incarnation of our famous keyboard for the…
▶Posted 19th January 2015
Extensive Nord coverage in 'The Synth Issue’ of Future Music

Extensive Nord coverage in 'The Synth Issue’ of Future Music

Nord Lead A1, Stage 2, factory tour and new advertising campaign all featured in Future Music’s new 'Synth Issue’.As part of the magazine’s inaugural ‘Synth Issue’, Future Music take a fresh look at the Nord Lead A1…
▶Posted 16th January 2015
Free AKG headphones with Nord synthesizers until 31 March 2015

Free AKG headphones with Nord synthesizers until 31 March 2015

Nord UK/ROI distributor Sound Technology Ltd is pleased to announce a new promotion offering a free pair of AKG K612 Pro headphones (worth £119) with all purchases from an authorised UK or ROI retailer of Nord Lead A1, Lead A1R, Lead 4…
▶Posted 1st January 2015
AKG, JBL, Nord & Propellerhead all included in Future Music's Gear of the Year

AKG, JBL, Nord & Propellerhead all included in Future Music's Gear of the Year

AKG K812 headphones, JBL LSR 3 Series monitors, Nord Lead A1 and Propellerhead Reason 8 all featured in Future Music magazine’s ultimate guide to music gear in 2014.Regarding the AKG K812 headphones, “Presented on a…
▶Posted 15th December 2014
Nord Drum 2 shortlisted in Rhythm Gear of The year

Nord Drum 2 shortlisted in Rhythm Gear of The year

The Nord Drum 2 modelling percussion synthesiser has been shortlisted for Rhythm Magazine’s Reader’s Poll for Gear of The Year. We’d very much appreciate your vote - and by way of inspiration check out this video of…
▶Posted 13th November 2014
Nord claims full page in latest Wired

Nord claims full page in latest Wired

Wired magazine has devoted a full page to the Nord Lead A1. Please see the attached scan, taken from the annual Wired Sound & Vision supplement – presented as part of the November 2014 UK edition – where the feature headlines…
▶Posted 30th September 2014
More free sounds for the Nord Lead A1

More free sounds for the Nord Lead A1

This Nord Lead A1 Bank from Clavia employee Kristofer "Kroffe" Ulfves is much inspired by classic analogue synthesisers, electric pianos and string machines. In these 99 programs and 100 performances he has tried to capture the vintage…
▶Posted 30th September 2014
Keyboard Mag (USA) reviews the Nord Lead A1

Keyboard Mag (USA) reviews the Nord Lead A1

The Nord Lead A1 analogue modelling synthesiser has received a stellar review in Keyboard Magazine."The Nord Lead A1 is a gorgeous-sounding synthesizer. The presets alone demonstrate its ability to evoke both the analog synths of yesterday,…
▶Posted 25th September 2014
Amazing free sound bank for Nord Drum 2 by Swedish electronica legend Andreas Tilliander

Amazing free sound bank for Nord Drum 2 by Swedish electronica legend Andreas Tilliander

Andreas Tilliander is a man of many aliases such as his most recent creation TM404, but perhaps you also have heard of Svaag, Skitus, Mokira, Lowfour or Rechord? TM404 made it’s live debut at Berghain, Berlin during the CTM Festival in…
▶Posted 18th September 2014
Nord Keyboards present free soundbank for Lead A1 synth from Richard Barbieri

Nord Keyboards present free soundbank for Lead A1 synth from Richard Barbieri

Nord Keyboards and UK distributor Sound Technology Ltd are very proud to present an amazing free sound bank for the new Lead A1 analogue modelling synthesiser from a true synth programming legend, Richard Barbieri.  Demonstrating the…
▶Posted 5th September 2014
Watch our new Nord Lead A1 demo video

Watch our new Nord Lead A1 demo video

Nord Keyboards and UK distributor Sound Technology Ltd have published a new video (produced by Sound Technology Ltd) demonstrating the features and sound capabilities of the new Nord Lead A1 analogue modelling synthesizer.The Lead A1…
▶Posted 5th September 2014
Nord Lead A1 receives Future Music Platinum award

Nord Lead A1 receives Future Music Platinum award

his month sees another award-winning Nord Lead A1 review, this time courtesy of Future Music magazine, where Nord’s latest synth receives a 9/10 overall rating and the magazine’s coveted ‘Platinum’ award.
▶Posted 5th June 2014
Nord Lead A1R desktop/rack shipping this week

Nord Lead A1R desktop/ rack shipping this week

Clavia DMI AB and UK distributor Sound Technology Ltd are pleased to announce that the Nord Lead A1R, a desktop/rack-mountable version of the new Lead A1 analogue modelling synthesiser, is shipping this week.
▶Posted 22nd May 2014
Nord Lead A1 receives MusicTech Choice and Editor's Choice awards

Nord Lead A1 receives MusicTech Choice and Editor's Choice awards

The Nord Lead A1 is a stunning sounding synthesiser that combines Nord\'s next-generation analogue modelling with a simplified yet hugely powerful front panel interface.  it is reviewed in the latest issue of MusicTech, where it receives…
▶Posted 19th May 2014
Free expressive sound bank for the Nord Drum 2 from Marque Gilmore

Free expressive sound bank for the Nord Drum 2 from Marque Gilmore

The innovative drummer/percussionist/producer and composer Marque Gilmore has put toghether a signature bank for the Nord Drum 2. Marque has been working globally as a professional musician for nearly 25 years and has a long experience…
▶Posted 8th May 2014
Nord Lead A1 ships today in the UK!

Nord Lead A1 ships today in the UK!

Nord and UK distributor Sound Technology Ltd are very pleased to announce the Nord Lead A1 analogue modelling synthesiser has begun shipping in the UK today. “Without doubt the most elegantly simple yet deep synth I have ever…
▶Posted 24th April 2014
Inspirational Nord Drum 2 reviewed in Sound On Sound

"Inspirational" Nord Drum 2 reviewed in Sound On Sound

\"If the original Nord Drum was good, the sequel might just be perfect ...\"The Nord Drum 2 and Nord Pad have been reviewed in the latest issue of Sound On Sound, May 2014, and the result is very good!
▶Posted 17th April 2014
Over 300 Fairlight sounds added to the Nord Sample Library

Over 300 Fairlight sounds added to the Nord Sample Library

Free download for Nord Wave, Nord Electro 3/4, Nord Piano 2 and Nord Stage 2: Nord are very pleased to announce a major addition to the Nord Sample Library, the sounds of the legendary Fairlight digital sampler. The Fairlight was the first…
▶Posted 14th April 2014
iDrum review the Nord Drum 2

iDrum review the Nord Drum 2

he Nord Drum 2 is a one of a kind drum synthesiser for drummers, percussionists and producers seeking unique and playable percussive sounds.  Issue 23 of iDrum magazine features a full video review and demonstration.
▶Posted 10th April 2014
Three Nord Stage 2s and a Nord Lead 4 used for The Voice

Three Nord Stage 2s and a Nord Lead 4 used for The Voice

David Tench, musical director for the BBC\'s The Voice, has confirmed that three Stage 2\'s and a Nord Lead 4 are being used live on the show.
▶Posted 1st April 2014
Nord Lead A1 is a T3 2014 Hot 100!

Nord Lead A1 is a T3 2014 Hot 100!

The latest issue of T3, the flagship print product of the UK\'s market-leading tech media brand, includes the Nord Lead A1 in its annual ‘Hot 100’ cover feature.
▶Posted 31st March 2014
Nord Lead A1 family expands with A1R desktop/rack

Nord Lead A1 family expands with A1R desktop/ rack

Clavia DMI AB are proud to announce the Lead A1R, a desktop/rack-mountable version of the new Lead A1 analogue modelling synthesizer. Identical in feature set, the Lead A1 and A1R combine our next-generation analogue modelling engine, with…
▶Posted 10th March 2014
Gavin Harrison plays the Nord Drum 2 and Nord Pad

Gavin Harrison plays the Nord Drum 2 and Nord Pad

Acclaimed British drummer Gavin Harrison (Porcupine Tree, King Crimson) was an early adopter of the original Nord Drum drum synthesizer. Having upgraded last year to the new Nord Drum 2, together with the new Nord Pad, we recently met up…
▶Posted 6th March 2014
Nord Lead A1 analogue modelling synthesizer

Nord Lead A1 analogue modelling synthesizer

Nord Keyboards are proud to announce the new Nord Lead A1 analogue modelling synthesizer. The Lead A1 combines the latest analogue modelling engine from the acclaimed Lead 4, with an innovative streamlined interface for fast-track…
▶Posted 20th January 2014
Buy a Nord Lead 4, get free AKG K702 headphones worth £229

Buy a Nord Lead 4, get free AKG K702 headphones worth £229

Nord UK/ROI distributor Sound Technology Ltd are pleased to announce a new end-user promotion for purchasers of the Nord Lead 4 Performance Synthesizer. Customers who purchase a Nord Lead 4 from an authorised participating retailer in the…
▶Posted 16th January 2014
New Nord Lead 4 performance synth demo video

New Nord Lead 4 performance synth demo video

heck out this amazing new demo video of the Nord Lead 4 with talented Italian keyboard player and producer Federico Solazzo. Recorded at the Nord factory in Stockholm it demonstrates some of the powerful new features in the Nord Lead 4!…
▶Posted 7th January 2014
Nord releases new software update for Nord Lead 4

Nord releases new software update for Nord Lead 4

Nord are please to announce a software update for the Nord Lead 4 performance synthesiser.  The OS v1.22 is an important update that both fixes some bugs in the Nord Lead 4 as well as adding a number of new features
▶Posted 10th December 2013

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