Nord finally put physical drawbars on everything with the pricey Electro 7 launch. The Swedish brand dropped three fresh boards that demand significant cash, starting at £2299 for the small 61-key rig and climbing to £2799 for the heavy HP model. That middle 73-note option sits right between them at £2499.
Specific hardware differences separate these units beyond just size. While the standard versions use semi-weighted keys, the HP variant packs a legitimate Kawai hammer-action bed. Designers overhauled the top panel completely, slapping a high-resolution color screen right in the center for easier menu diving during gigs.
Audio engines saw major tweaks across the board. The organ module borrows tech from the flagship Organ 3 to mimic vintage transistors and rotary speakers. Piano players get access to the usual library but can currently utilize dynamic compression and unison features to thicken up acoustic patches.
A totally revamped synth section handles FM synthesis and analog waveforms. It allows detailed shaping through filters and envelopes while supporting glide modes. The effects chain also got a boost, giving each sound layer dedicated processing like reverb and amp simulation to crunch up the tone.
Specific hardware differences separate these units beyond just size. While the standard versions use semi-weighted keys, the HP variant packs a legitimate Kawai hammer-action bed. Designers overhauled the top panel completely, slapping a high-resolution color screen right in the center for easier menu diving during gigs.
Audio engines saw major tweaks across the board. The organ module borrows tech from the flagship Organ 3 to mimic vintage transistors and rotary speakers. Piano players get access to the usual library but can currently utilize dynamic compression and unison features to thicken up acoustic patches.
A totally revamped synth section handles FM synthesis and analog waveforms. It allows detailed shaping through filters and envelopes while supporting glide modes. The effects chain also got a boost, giving each sound layer dedicated processing like reverb and amp simulation to crunch up the tone.
