Nord PIANO 6 with 88-note Hammer Action Keyboard

Quick Product Summary

The Nord Piano 6 88 is a premium professional stage piano designed for players who put authentic piano feel, exceptional sound quality and intuitive performance control at the centre of their setup.

Its full-size 88-note Triple Sensor Hammer Action keybed with grand-weighted action provides the substantial, expressive response serious pianists expect, while two independent Piano layers and two independent Sample Synth layers allow sophisticated splits and combinations. Add dedicated effects for every layer, Nord Piano Library compatibility, an OLED display and the included Nord Triple Pedal 2, and the Piano 6 becomes an exceptionally capable instrument for professional stage, studio and performance use.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Nord
Model	Piano 6 88
Type	Professional Stage Piano
Keys	88
Key Action	Triple Sensor Hammer Action, Grand Weighted
Condition	New
Sound Sections	Dual Piano & Dual Sample Synth
Included Pedal	Nord Triple Pedal 2
Weight	19.2kg
Main Appeal	Premium piano action with powerful four-layer performance architecture
Best For	Professional pianists, live performance, studio, theatre and session work
Skill Level	Intermediate to Professional

What Makes the Nord Piano 6 88 Special?

The Nord Piano 6 88 combines an expressive full-size hammer-action keyboard with one of Nord's most flexible piano-focused performance architectures to date.

Rather than overwhelming the player with workstation-style menus, the Piano 6 keeps important controls immediately accessible. Dedicated LED faders for its Piano and Sample Synth layers make balancing splits and layered sounds quick and intuitive, while individual effects give each layer its own sonic identity.

Why Choose the Nord Piano 6 88?

Premium 88-Note Triple Sensor Hammer Action

The Piano 6 88 features a Triple Sensor keybed with heavy grand-weighted action, providing the full 88-note range and substantial response expected from a professional stage piano.

Triple-sensor technology supports accurate detection during repeated notes, helping the instrument respond naturally to detailed piano techniques, fast repetition and expressive dynamic playing.

Two Independent Piano Layers

Unlike a simple stage piano with a single piano engine, the Piano 6 gives you two independent Piano layers.

This means you can combine contrasting piano sounds, create rich layered textures or assign different instruments to separate keyboard zones. Dedicated LED faders make adjusting each layer's level immediate during a performance.

Nord Piano Library

The Piano 6 supports the acclaimed Nord Piano Library, covering grand pianos, uprights, electric pianos, digital and layered instruments, Clavinets, harpsichords and additional specialist keyboard sounds.

Compatible sounds can be replaced using Nord Sound Manager, allowing players to customise the instrument's internal sound collection around their own musical requirements.

Advanced Piano Expression

Nord's detailed piano features are designed to reproduce more of the behaviour and character of acoustic and electromechanical instruments.

String Resonance enhances acoustic piano realism, while Dynamic Compression, selectable keyboard-touch curves, piano Timbre controls and Unison provide useful ways to adapt sounds for solo work, recording and live mixes.

Two Independent Sample Synth Layers

Alongside its dual Piano engines, the Nord Piano 6 provides two independent Sample Synth layers.

Strings, pads, brass, guitars, basses, orchestral sounds and synth textures can be layered with pianos or assigned to separate keyboard zones, making the Piano 6 far more versatile than a conventional digital piano.

Flexible Sample Synth Controls

The Sample Synth section provides Attack, Decay/Sustain and Release envelope controls alongside Vibrato, Unison, Mono, Legato and Glide functions.

This allows sounds to be shaped around the performance rather than simply selecting a preset and leaving it unchanged.

Four-Layer Performance Architecture

With two Piano layers and two Sample Synth layers, the Nord Piano 6 can create sophisticated combinations while remaining easy to operate.

A grand piano can be layered with strings and a pad, for example, or separate sounds can be distributed around the keyboard using selectable split points and smooth split-point crossfades.

Dedicated Effects Per Layer

One of the Piano 6's biggest strengths is its flexible effects architecture.

Modulation effects, amplifier simulations, three-band EQ, compression and delay can be applied on a layer-by-layer basis, while the Global Reverb section provides individual send control from each layer.

This gives musicians much greater control over complex layered sounds without requiring external effects processors.

Seamless Transitions

Seamless Transitions allow sustained notes to continue naturally when changing between compatible programmes.

For live players, this means moving from one performance setup to another without abruptly cutting off sustained piano notes or atmospheric layers.

Nord Triple Pedal 2 Included

The Nord Triple Pedal 2 is included with the Piano 6.

In addition to traditional sustain, sostenuto and soft pedal functionality, the pedal supports Nord's advanced piano features such as dynamic Pedal Noise. It can also provide additional performance control including programme navigation and Vibrato functions.

Designed for Professional Performance

Six Live programmes provide instant access to regularly used setups, while 576 programme locations offer extensive storage for different songs, sessions and performance environments.

An OLED display, dedicated physical controls and LED level faders help keep operation fast and visual on stage.

Who Is It For?

The Nord Piano 6 88 is designed for serious pianists who want a premium weighted keyboard and professional piano sounds without sacrificing the flexibility needed for modern live performance.

It is particularly well suited to touring musicians, session players, theatre keyboardists, worship musicians, professional performers and studio players.

For classical or piano-focused musicians moving into stage performance, its 88-note grand-weighted action also provides a much more familiar playing experience than a semi-weighted performance keyboard.

Story & Context

Nord's Piano range was developed around a straightforward idea: give professional pianists an instrument that prioritises playing feel, premium piano sounds and direct performance control without the complexity of a traditional workstation.

Over successive generations, the series expanded beyond straightforward piano playback by adding sample-based sounds, flexible layering, advanced resonance modelling and increasingly sophisticated effects.

The Nord Piano 6 builds on that philosophy with a redesigned layer-focused interface, dual Piano engines, dual Sample Synth engines, dedicated effects and LED faders while retaining the direct workflow that has become central to the Nord Piano series.

Nord Piano 6 88 vs Nord Piano 6 73

Both versions share the same core sound architecture, effects and performance features. The major difference is the keyboard itself.

The Piano 6 88 provides a full 88-note range for players who want the traditional compass of an acoustic piano, while the Piano 6 73 sacrifices some keyboard range in favour of a smaller and lighter format. For piano-focused players who do not need maximum portability, the 88 is the natural choice.

Nord Piano 6 vs Nord Stage

The Nord Piano 6 is built primarily around the needs of pianists, offering a premium weighted action, dual Piano engines and straightforward Sample Synth layering.

The Nord Stage range is the more expansive choice for musicians who also require a dedicated organ section and deeper synthesizer capabilities. If authentic piano response and an uncluttered piano-focused workflow are the priorities, the Piano 6 is often the more focused solution.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Keyboard	88 notes
Keybed	Triple Sensor Hammer Action
Action	Grand Weighted Action, Heavy
Display	OLED
Piano Layers	2 independent layers
Sample Synth Layers	2 independent layers
Programme Memory	16 banks x 36 programmes / 576 locations
Live Mode	6 Live programmes
Split Points	9 selectable positions with LED indication
Split Point Crossfade	Yes
Seamless Transitions	Yes
Global Transpose	±6 semitones
Programme Transpose	±6 semitones
Fine Tune	±50 cents
Piano Polyphony	120 voices
Piano Categories	Grand, Upright, Electric, Digital/Layer, Clav/Harpsichord and Misc
Keyboard Touch Curves	Heavy, Medium and Light
Piano Features	String Resonance, Dynamic Compression, Timbre controls and Unison
Sample Synth Layers	2 independent
Synth Envelope	Attack, Decay/Sustain and Release
Synth Performance Features	Vibrato, Unison, Mono, Legato and Glide
Modulation Effects 1	Tremolo, Pan, Spin, Wah and Ring Modulator
Modulation Effects 2	Phaser, Flanger, Chorus, Vibe and Spin
EQ	3-band with sweepable mid
Amp Simulations	Twin, JC and Small
Compression	Per Layer or Global
Delay	Tap Tempo, Ping Pong, Feedback Filtering and Flam
Reverb Types	Spring, Booth, Room, Stage, Hall and Cathedral
Audio Outputs	2 x 1/4" L/R
Headphone Output	1 x 1/4" stereo
Monitor Input	1 x 3.5mm stereo
Sustain Pedal Input	1 x 1/4"
Triple Pedal Connection	5-pin DIN
Control / Volume Pedal Input	1 x 1/4" TRS
MIDI	5-pin MIDI In & Out
USB	USB-B for MIDI and sound transfer
Power Connection	IEC C14
Dimensions	1282 x 121 x 349mm
Weight	19.2kg

Power Requirements

The Nord Piano 6 88 connects directly to mains power using an IEC C14 power connection, meaning there is no external power supply to manage.

What's Included?

• ✔ Nord Piano 6 88-Note Hammer Action Stage Piano

• ✔ Nord Triple Pedal 2

• ✔ Power Cord

• ✔ User Manual

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Nord Piano 6 88 have fully weighted keys?

Yes. The Piano 6 88 features a Triple Sensor Hammer Action keybed with heavy grand-weighted action, designed to provide the substantial response expected by serious piano players.

Does the Nord Piano 6 include a pedal?

Yes. The Nord Triple Pedal 2 is included with the Piano 6, giving you a complete three-pedal setup straight out of the box.

Can the Nord Piano 6 layer two piano sounds?

Yes. It features two independent Piano layers, so two different piano sounds can be combined or assigned to different keyboard zones.

Can I layer strings with piano?

Yes. The two independent Sample Synth layers make it easy to add strings, pads and other sampled sounds underneath or alongside the Piano layers.

Can I load additional sounds?

Yes. Piano and sample sounds can be replaced and organised using Nord Sound Manager, while compatible sample content can also be used from Nord's sound libraries.

Does the Nord Piano 6 have built-in speakers?

No. The Piano 6 is a professional stage instrument designed to connect to external amplification, powered monitors, a PA system or headphones.

Is the Nord Piano 6 a synthesizer?

It includes two Sample Synth layers with useful sound-shaping controls, but it is fundamentally a piano-focused performance instrument. Players requiring deeper dedicated synthesis and an organ engine may be better served by a Nord Stage.

Is the 88-note version suitable for professional live performance?

Absolutely. Its full-size weighted action, four-layer architecture, comprehensive effects, extensive programme memory and direct front-panel controls make the Piano 6 88 extremely well suited to professional stage and studio work.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Nord Piano 6 88 is an exceptional choice for players who want a serious stage piano without losing the immediacy and character that makes Nord instruments so enjoyable to perform with.

The full-size Triple Sensor grand-weighted action gives pianists the substantial playing feel they expect, while two independent Piano layers and two Sample Synth layers provide enough flexibility for sophisticated live arrangements without turning the instrument into a complicated workstation. Dedicated effects, LED layer faders, Nord Piano Library support and the included Triple Pedal 2 complete an extremely polished professional package.

For gigging, theatre, studio and session pianists who want 88 weighted keys, outstanding piano sounds and fast hands-on control, the Nord Piano 6 88 is one of the strongest stage-piano options available.