Nord's 88-key Powerhouse Makes its Grand Return For decades, Nord's iconic red instruments have remained a premium staple of stage, studio, and touring rigs the world over. When the Swedish company debuted the original Nord Grand, it set a new standard for digital pianos, complete with a cutting-edge triple-sensor hammer movement system and multifaceted, state-of-the-art sound engine. Now, the Nord Grand 2 marks the reprise of this lauded keyboard in all its 88-key glory, further raising the bar for stage pianos. Everything to love about its predecessor is back and more accessible than ever, and even accompanied by an expanded sonic tool kit. Performers worldwide found the original Nord Grand to be a formidable contender for the “ultimate stage piano,” but Nord understood that perfection is a process, not a destination. With the help of musicians' collective feedback after their time with the Nord Grand, Sweetwater's keyboardists agree that the