Easy to play and easy to edit

The Nord Drum 3P works with multiple synthesis types: Resonant, subtractive, FM, or using ring modulation. Resonant synthesis generates harmonics based on the strength of the strike, allowing for particularly dynamic timbres. For the other synthesis types, parameters such as filter, decay, or bend are made dependent on the strength of the strike. Sounds can be enriched with a noise component and an attack click, resulting in timbres ranging from classic synthetic percussion to surprisingly realistic "acoustic" drum sounds, as well as all sorts of special effects. A kit consists of six sounds that are played from the robust pads directly linked to the synthesis engine. MIDI control can be performed from any DAW or from the free Nord Beat iOS app.

The perfect complement to an acoustic drum set

The Nord Drum comes with an attachment to fix it on a dedicated stand or drum mount, or it can simply be placed on a desk or music stand. However, its stereo output is primarily intended for the stage, where its wide range of sounds will allow it to tackle the most diverse styles. It can be used as a complement to an acoustic drum set for fusion, as a percussive instrument in ambient music, or as an electronic drum set for Synth Pop or Electro. Thanks to the Nord Drum's great dynamic range, experienced drummers will be able to play it just like their acoustic drum set.

About Clavia

The history of the Swedish company Clavia began in the 1980s with electronic drums. In 1995, the Nord Lead was released – as one of the world's first virtual-analogue synthesizers, it laid the foundations for an unprecedented success story. Even then, Clavia products came in the trademark red finish that makes the instruments so instantly recognisable. Soon the company was developing not only synthesizers but, with the Nord Electro, Nord Stage, and Nord Piano series, keyboards that gave musicians completely new possibilities on stage and in the studio. Besides their outstanding sound quality and their uncompromising build quality, it was their simplicity and ease of use that made Clavia the go-to instruments for live keyboardists from the very beginning. The instruments are now sold under the Nord Keyboards brand, but are still handmade in Sweden.

An electronic drum set for the stage and studio

The Nord Drum 3P can be mounted on a dedicated stand on stage next to an acoustic drum set, which is thus enriched with an additional range of sounds, specific to the needs of the moment. If an additional kick drum is needed, it can be triggered with a dedicated pedal, a technique commonly used in New Metal. The easily configurable sounds and kits can be quickly loaded and swapped, and the synthesis engine is protected against accidental modifications. In case of emergency, a "Panic" button can cut the signal and reduce the Nord Drum to silence. In the studio, it can be controlled via MIDI, not only with note messages but also with control change messages, which allow for precise or gradual sound modifications.