INTRODUCTION

Protect your 88-note Nord keyboard on the move with the Nord Soft Case 88 with Wheels, a genuine Nord padded transport case designed for compatible Nord Stage 88 and Nord Piano 88 instruments.

Built specifically for musicians transporting a full-size professional Nord keyboard, the Soft Case 88 combines protective padding, integrated wheels, carrying handles and a large accessory pocket in one practical transport solution.

The built-in wheels make a particularly important difference with a full-size 88-note instrument. Rather than carrying the combined weight of your keyboard, case and accessories throughout every journey, the case can be rolled across suitable surfaces whenever possible.

A generous external storage pocket provides space for essential equipment such as cables, pedals and a stand, while an additional side carrying handle makes lifting and manoeuvring the case easier when wheels cannot be used.

For rehearsals, gigs, sessions, studios or simply transporting your Nord safely between locations, the Nord Soft Case 88 with Wheels provides purpose-designed protection without the bulk of a conventional rigid flight case.

QUICK PRODUCT SUMMARY

The Nord Soft Case 88 with Wheels (NOR0030) is a genuine padded Nord transport case for compatible Nord Piano 88 and Nord Stage 88 keyboards.

It combines protective padding with integrated wheels, carrying handles and a large accessory compartment, making it particularly practical for musicians who regularly transport a full-size 88-note Nord.

The large pocket provides useful storage for essential equipment such as cables, pedals and compatible stands, helping keep your keyboard setup organised in one transport system.

AT A GLANCE

Key Detail	Information
Product	Nord Soft Case 88 with Wheels
Brand	Nord
Product Code	NOR0030
Type	Padded keyboard soft case
Keyboard Format	88-note
Wheels	Yes – integrated
Padding	Yes
Accessory Storage	Large external pocket
Side Carrying Handle	Yes
Official Current Compatibility	Nord Piano 88 / Nord Stage 88
Intended Use	Transport & storage
Condition	New

KEY FEATURES

• Genuine Nord keyboard accessory

• Product code NOR0030

• Designed for compatible full-size 88-note Nord instruments

• Officially listed for Nord Piano 88

• Officially listed for Nord Stage 88

• Protective padded soft-case construction

• Integrated wheels for easier transport

• Large external accessory pocket

• Storage space for cables, pedals and stand

• Additional side carrying handle

• Designed around compatible Nord keyboard dimensions

• Ideal for regular instrument transport

• Suitable for rehearsals, performances and studio transport

• Easier everyday handling than a bulky rigid flight case

• Distinctive Nord styling

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

An 88-note professional keyboard is a substantial piece of equipment.

Protecting it is only half the challenge.

You also need to move it.

The Nord Soft Case 88 with Wheels tackles both requirements.

The padded case helps protect your instrument during normal musician-controlled transport, while the integrated wheels mean you don't need to carry the complete weight of the keyboard everywhere you go.

Then there is the large accessory compartment.

Cables, pedals and other suitably sized equipment can travel alongside your keyboard rather than requiring a collection of separate bags.

For a Nord that regularly leaves the house, it's a much more practical solution than moving the instrument unprotected.

DESIGNED FOR 88-NOTE NORD KEYBOARDS

Nord currently lists the Soft Case 88 for:

• Nord Piano 88

• Nord Stage 88

This is important because Nord manufactures several soft cases for different keyboard sizes and cabinet formats.

The 88-note case is designed for compatible full-size Nord Piano and Nord Stage instruments rather than smaller 73- or 76-note models.

Choosing the correct case gives your instrument the fit and protection intended by the manufacturer.

CURRENT COMPATIBILITY

Nord's current manufacturer information lists the Soft Case 88 for:

Nord Piano 88

Compatible

Nord Stage 88

Compatible

Current specialist case listings additionally identify compatibility with multiple generations of Nord's 88-note instruments, including models such as:

• Nord Piano 88

• Nord Piano 2 HA88

• Nord Piano 3

• Nord Piano 4

• Nord Piano 5 88

• Nord Stage Classic 88

• Nord Stage EX 88

• Nord Stage 2 HA88

• Nord Stage 2 EX 88

• Nord Stage 3 88

• Nord Stage 4 88

Because Nord's current manufacturer page groups compatibility under Nord Piano 88 and Nord Stage 88, Fair Deal Music recommends checking with us before ordering for an older or discontinued Nord model if you are unsure.

PADDED PROTECTION

Nord describes the Soft Case 88 as a padded soft case.

That padding helps protect the instrument against the everyday contact, knocks and scrapes associated with normal transport.

It is particularly useful when moving your keyboard:

• In and out of vehicles

• To rehearsals

• To performances

• Into studios

• Between teaching locations

• Around venues

• Into storage

A purpose-designed padded case also prevents the exposed keyboard cabinet from rubbing directly against vehicle interiors or other equipment during normal musician-controlled transportation.

INTEGRATED WHEELS

One of the most important features of the Nord Soft Case 88 is its built-in wheel system.

A professional 88-note Nord is not a lightweight instrument.

Once the keyboard is inside the case and accessories have been added to the external compartment, the total package can become substantial.

The integrated wheels allow the case to be rolled across appropriate surfaces rather than carried continuously.

This can be particularly useful in:

• Car parks

• Venue corridors

• Rehearsal complexes

• Studios

• Hotels

• Music colleges

• Performance spaces

• Loading areas

If your Nord travels regularly, the wheels can make a significant difference to everyday handling.

LARGE ACCESSORY POCKET

Nord provides a large-sized accessory pocket on the case.

The manufacturer specifically describes the storage as suitable for:

• Cables

• Stand

• Pedals

This helps keep essential equipment together with your keyboard.

Instead of carrying your keyboard in one case, pedal in another bag and cables somewhere else, the large external compartment provides a convenient central location for compatible accessories.

Naturally, the exact combination of equipment that will fit depends on the dimensions and quantity of the individual accessories.

CARRY YOUR ESSENTIALS TOGETHER

A keyboard rarely travels alone.

A typical setup may require:

• Power cable

• Sustain pedal

• Triple pedal

• Audio cables

• USB cables

• Music stand

• Keyboard stand accessories

• Other compact equipment

The generous external storage compartment makes it easier to keep essential equipment organised alongside your Nord.

That means fewer separate bags and fewer loose items to remember when packing for a rehearsal or performance.

ALTERNATIVE SIDE CARRYING HANDLE

Nord also provides an alternative carrying handle on the side.

This is particularly useful because a wheeled case still needs to be lifted in many situations.

The additional handle can help when:

• Loading into a vehicle

• Unloading

• Negotiating steps

• Moving through doorways

• Repositioning the case

• Lifting the instrument into storage

• Moving across surfaces unsuitable for wheels

Multiple handling positions make a large 88-note case considerably easier to manage.

GENUINE NORD ACCESSORY

The Soft Case 88 is a genuine Nord accessory.

That means it is designed specifically around compatible Nord instruments rather than being a generic 88-key keyboard bag intended to accommodate a wide range of unrelated products.

For a premium Nord keyboard, that removes much of the uncertainty surrounding fit.

SOFT CASE CONVENIENCE

A padded soft case provides a useful balance between protection and portability.

Compared with moving a keyboard without a case, you gain:

• Protective padding

• Covered keyboard surfaces

• Easier handling

• Accessory storage

• Integrated wheels

Compared with a large rigid flight case, a soft case generally offers:

• Less bulk

• Easier storage

• More convenient everyday handling

• Lower overall transport weight

For musicians who normally remain in control of their own instrument, that combination can make a wheeled soft case particularly practical.

SOFT CASE vs GENERIC KEYBOARD BAG

A generic 88-note keyboard bag may sometimes provide a lower-cost option.

However, dimensions and fit can vary significantly between instruments.

The genuine Nord Soft Case 88 provides:

• Nord-specific design

• Compatibility with appropriate Nord Piano 88 models

• Compatibility with appropriate Nord Stage 88 models

• Padded construction

• Integrated wheels

• Large accessory storage

• Multiple handling options

For owners of a compatible Nord instrument, it provides a much more straightforward choice than trying to match a generic case using approximate measurements.

SOFT CASE vs RIGID FLIGHT CASE

The right choice depends on how your keyboard travels.

A suitably designed rigid flight case can provide greater structural protection when equipment is:

• Freighted

• Regularly handled by third parties

• Stacked with other equipment

• Transported in demanding touring environments

The trade-off is typically greater:

• Weight

• Bulk

• Storage requirement

• Loading effort

The Nord Soft Case 88 is aimed more towards musicians who transport and handle their own equipment and want a practical balance between protection and mobility.

BUILT FOR REGULAR TRANSPORT

The combination of:

padding + wheels + handles + accessory storage

makes the Soft Case 88 particularly useful for regular transport.

Pack the keyboard.

Store appropriate accessories in the external pocket.

Use the carrying handles when lifting.

Then use the wheels whenever the surface permits.

It is a simple design, but one that addresses the practical requirements of moving a full-size professional keyboard.

FOR REHEARSAL TRANSPORT

Even if you are not touring professionally, regular rehearsals can mean moving your keyboard dozens of times every year.

A dedicated case helps protect the instrument while making the routine of loading and unloading more manageable.

FOR LIVE PERFORMANCE TRANSPORT

Moving an 88-note keyboard into a venue often means navigating:

• Car parks

• Loading areas

• Corridors

• Doorways

• Lifts

• Stages

Integrated wheels are particularly useful during these longer journeys.

FOR STUDIO & SESSION TRANSPORT

Studios and session environments can involve moving equipment through multiple rooms and corridors.

The wheeled design makes a full-size keyboard easier to manoeuvre, while the accessory pocket helps keep essential cables and pedals with the instrument.

FOR TEACHING & EDUCATIONAL TRANSPORT

Teachers, colleges, schools and professional musicians moving instruments between locations can also benefit from the combination of padding, storage and wheels.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Nord Soft Case 88 with Wheels
Brand	Nord
Product Type	Keyboard Soft Case
Product Code	NOR0030
Keyboard Format	88-note
Case Construction	Padded Soft Case
Wheels	Yes
Accessory Pocket	Large-sized external pocket
Side Carrying Handle	Yes
Nord Piano 88 Compatibility	Yes
Nord Stage 88 Compatibility	Yes
Internal Dimensions	Approx. 1270 x 380 x 150mm*
External Dimensions	Approx. 1510 x 450 x 280mm*
Case Weight	Approx. 8.6kg*
Power Required	No

*Dimensions and case weight are reported by current specialist retailers rather than stated on Nord's current official accessory page. Because published measurements vary between some retailer listings, they should be treated as third-party specifications rather than manufacturer-confirmed figures.

IMPORTANT DIMENSION NOTE

Nord's current official Soft Case product page does not publish detailed internal dimensions, external dimensions or case weight.

Current specialist retailers report figures including approximately:

Internal: 1270 x 380 x 150mm
External: 1510 x 450 x 280mm
Weight: 8.6kg

However, some other current retailers publish different external measurements for what appears to be the same Nord Soft Case 88.

For that reason, Fair Deal Music should not present these measurements as official Nord specifications unless confirmed directly against current UK stock.

If exact case dimensions are critical for storage, vehicle space or another specific requirement, please contact us before ordering.

COMPATIBILITY

Nord Stage 4 88

Compatible

Current specialist listings identify the Soft Case 88 as suitable for the Nord Stage 4 88.

Nord Stage 3 88

Compatible

Current specialist compatibility lists include the Nord Stage 3 88.

Nord Stage 2 / Stage 2 EX 88

Compatible

Current specialist compatibility information includes relevant HA88 versions.

Nord Stage Classic / Stage EX 88

Compatible

These earlier 88-note Stage models also appear on current specialist compatibility lists.

Nord Piano 5 88

Compatible

Current specialist listings identify the Soft Case 88 as suitable for the Nord Piano 5 88.

Nord Piano 4

Compatible

Listed by current specialist retailers.

Nord Piano 3

Compatible

Listed by current specialist retailers.

Earlier Nord Piano 88 Models

Several earlier 88-note Nord Piano instruments are also identified by current case retailers.

If you own an older or discontinued Nord keyboard and want to confirm fit before ordering, please contact Fair Deal Music with the exact model.

WHAT ABOUT THE NORD GRAND?

The Nord Grand and Grand 2 use a different case.

Although they are also 88-note instruments, their cabinet proportions differ from conventional Nord Stage and Nord Piano models.

Do not choose the Soft Case 88 simply because your instrument has 88 keys.

For a Nord Grand or Grand 2, choose the dedicated Nord Grand Soft Case with Wheels.

WHAT ABOUT 73- OR 76-NOTE NORD KEYBOARDS?

Nord offers separate cases for these keyboard formats.

These include dedicated:

• 73-note case options

• 76-note case options

Using the correct case size provides a more appropriate fit and prevents unnecessary movement inside an oversized bag.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

None.

The Nord Soft Case 88 is a passive transport accessory and requires:

• No mains power

• No batteries

• No charging

🎵 FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Owners of compatible 88-note Nord Stage and Nord Piano instruments who regularly transport their keyboard and want a genuine padded Nord case with integrated wheels.

Likely upgrade path: A practical upgrade from transporting an instrument without a dedicated case or using a generic 88-note keyboard bag where fit, protection, storage or handling may be less satisfactory.

Useful pairings: Compatible Nord Stage 88 or Nord Piano 88 instrument, pedals, music stand, cables and other suitably sized performance accessories.

Our tip: With a full-size 88-note keyboard, the wheels are one of the most useful features of this case. Even if the distance from your car to the stage doesn't look far, carrying a professional keyboard plus case and accessories soon makes every extra metre noticeable. Use the wheels whenever the surface permits and save the handles for the parts of the journey where you actually need to lift it.

FDM view: A good case needs to do more than cover the keyboard. It needs to make owning and transporting the instrument easier. The combination of dedicated Nord fit, padding, accessory storage, multiple handling positions and integrated wheels makes the Soft Case 88 a particularly practical companion for compatible Stage and Piano models.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Choosing the correct keyboard case matters.

Nord produces several cases for instruments with different keyboard lengths and cabinet dimensions, and simply knowing the number of keys is not always enough to guarantee compatibility.

Our experienced keyboard team can help confirm the correct case for your exact Nord model before purchase.

Fair Deal Music has decades of experience supplying professional keyboards, digital pianos, synthesizers, stage pianos and accessories to musicians throughout the UK.

PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

Trade In. Trade Up.

Thinking about upgrading the keyboard that goes inside your new case?

Fair Deal Music welcomes part-exchange enquiries on suitable keyboards, synthesizers, digital pianos and other musical instruments.

Simply provide:

• Make

• Exact model

• Condition

• Included accessories

and our team can provide a no-obligation valuation towards suitable new equipment.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the Nord Soft Case 88?

It is Nord's genuine padded wheeled soft case for compatible 88-note Nord Piano and Nord Stage keyboards.

What is the product code?

Current UK dealer information identifies the Soft Case 88 with Wheels as NOR0030.

Does the Nord Soft Case 88 have wheels?

Yes.

Nord specifies integrated wheels for easy transport.

Is it padded?

Yes.

Nord describes it as a padded soft case.

Which current Nord keyboards is it designed for?

Nord's current manufacturer information lists:

• Nord Piano 88

• Nord Stage 88

Does it fit the Nord Stage 4 88?

Yes.

Current specialist compatibility information lists the Nord Stage 4 88.

Does it fit the Nord Piano 5 88?

Yes.

Current specialist compatibility information lists the Nord Piano 5 88.

Does it fit older Nord Stage models?

Current specialist compatibility lists include several earlier 88-note Stage models, including:

• Stage 3 88

• Stage 2 HA88

• Stage 2 EX 88

• Stage EX 88

• Stage Classic 88

If you have an older model and want to confirm compatibility before purchase, contact Fair Deal Music.

Does it fit older Nord Piano models?

Current specialist compatibility information includes several previous-generation Nord Piano 88 models.

Again, please contact us with your exact model if you would like confirmation before ordering.

Does it fit the Nord Grand 2?

No – choose the dedicated Nord Grand Soft Case.

The Grand 2 has a different cabinet format and Nord provides a separate Grand case.

Does it fit the original Nord Grand?

Use the dedicated Nord Grand Soft Case rather than this standard Soft Case 88.

Does it fit a Nord Stage 4 73?

No.

The Stage 4 73 uses the appropriate 73-note Nord case.

Does it fit a 76-note Nord Stage?

Use Nord's appropriate 76-note case.

Does it have an accessory pocket?

Yes.

Nord specifies a large-sized pocket.

What can I put in the accessory pocket?

Nord specifically describes the pocket as suitable for items such as:

• Cables

• Stand

• Pedals

Exactly what can be carried simultaneously depends on the dimensions of your individual accessories.

Can I carry a Nord music stand in it?

Current specialist product information identifies the large accessory compartment as suitable for Nord stand/accessory storage.

Does it have carrying handles?

Yes.

Nord specifically identifies an alternative carrying handle on the side.

Is it a hard case?

No.

It is a padded soft case.

Is it a flight case?

No.

It is a wheeled padded keyboard case rather than a rigid flight case.

Is a soft case or flight case better?

That depends on how the instrument will be transported.

A suitable rigid flight case may provide greater structural protection for demanding touring, freight or third-party handling.

The Nord Soft Case is generally more convenient when the musician is personally handling and transporting the keyboard.

What are the internal dimensions?

Current specialist retailer information reports approximately:

1270 x 380 x 150mm

These dimensions are not currently stated on Nord's official accessory page.

What are the external dimensions?

One current specialist source reports approximately:

1510 x 450 x 280mm

However, other retailers publish different external measurements, so contact Fair Deal Music if exact dimensions are critical.

How much does the case weigh?

A current specialist retailer reports approximately 8.6kg.

Nord does not currently state the case weight on its official product page.

Is this a genuine Nord accessory?

Yes.

The Soft Case 88 is a genuine Nord accessory.

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

• 1x Nord Soft Case 88 with Wheels

• Product code: NOR0030

No additional accessories are claimed as included.

PROTECT YOUR 88-NOTE NORD ON THE MOVE

A full-size Nord Stage or Nord Piano is built to be played.

But if it regularly leaves the house, getting it safely from one location to another becomes part of owning it.

The Nord Soft Case 88 with Wheels (NOR0030) is designed to make that journey easier.

You get padded protection around the instrument.

A large external pocket gives you somewhere to organise essential equipment.

Multiple carrying positions help when the case needs to be lifted.

And the integrated wheels mean you can roll the instrument whenever the route allows rather than carrying a full-size professional keyboard every metre of the journey.

For owners of compatible Nord Stage 88 and Nord Piano 88 instruments, it's a practical transport solution designed by the company that built your keyboard.

Protect your Nord. Pack your essentials. Roll in, set up and play.

Order your Nord Soft Case 88 with Wheels from Fair Deal Music, or contact our keyboard team if you need help confirming compatibility with your exact Nord model.