Clavia Nord
23Also known as: Nord, Nord Keyboards, Clavia, Clavia DMI
UnclaimedClavia Digital Musical Instruments (Clavia DMI AB) is a Swedish instrument maker based in Stockholm, founded in 1983 by Hans Nordelius. The company's first product was the DPP1 Digital Percussion Plate, which led to the ddrum electronic drum line. Since 1995, its keyboards have been sold under the Nord brand, named for the signature red finish that has become the company's visual trademark.
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$850.00
$850.74
$595.77
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$2,216.28
$269.00
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$56.25
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Clavia Digital Musical Instruments (Clavia DMI AB) is a Swedish instrument maker based in Stockholm, founded in 1983 by Hans Nordelius. The company's first product was the DPP1 Digital Percussion Plate, which led to the ddrum electronic drum line. Since 1995, its keyboards have been sold under the Nord brand, named for the signature red finish that has become the company's visual trademark.
The Nord Lead, introduced in 1995, was one of the first virtual analog synthesizers and helped define the category. It was followed by the Nord Modular in 1997, the Nord Electro in 2001 — a portable instrument focused on emulating vintage electromechanical keyboards like the Rhodes, Wurlitzer, and tonewheel organs — and the Nord Stage in 2005, which combined piano, organ, and synth engines in a single performance keyboard. The Nord Wave, Nord Piano, Nord Drum, and Nord Grand have extended the lineup into sample-based synthesis, dedicated stage pianos, and hammer-action controllers.
Nord instruments are assembled in Sweden and are widely used by touring and session keyboardists across rock, pop, jazz, gospel, and electronic music. The red chassis, pitch/mod wood wheel, and pull-down organ drawbars have become common sights on professional stages worldwide.
Clavia Nord has 31 products cataloged on Equipboard, including Synthesizers, Drum Machines, and Pedals & Footswitches. Their gear is featured by 408 artists, with the strongest followings in Electronic, Rock, and Pop. Notable users include Richard Devine, Front 242, and Scooter. Most Clavia Nord products fall in the mid-tier range — professional-grade without flagship pricing.
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