Nord Wave 2 specs
The Nord Wave 2 is a 61-key 4-part performance synthesizer combining virtual analog, wavetable, FM and sample playback engines at 48 voices, with LED faders, Impulse Morph and classic Nord morphing across wheel, aftertouch and pedals. It is the only current Nord synth in the lineup.
Brand: Nord
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Four-part virtual analog, wavetable, FM and sample synthesis at 48 voices with aftertouch in an 8.75 kg board.
#6 of 38 synthesizers · full ranking| Status | legacy |
|---|---|
| Keys | 61 |
| Key action | 61-key semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch |
| Polyphony | 48 |
| Sounds / presets | 0 |
| Effects | Per-layer filter mode (HP24/LP24), tube amp sim, 3-band EQ with sweepable mid, compressor, reverb, delay, modulation effects |
| Sound engine | 4-layer performance synthesizer: Virtual Analog, Wavetable, FM and sample playback (Nord Sample Library 3.0, 1 GB memory) |
| Speakers | None (line out only) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| USB audio | No |
| Pads / faders | no |
| Weight | 8.75 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | [990, 100, 295] mm |
| Battery power | no |
| Released | 2020 |
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Strengths
- Four engine types (VA, wavetable, FM, samples) in one 8.75 kg board
- 4 layers with LED faders and hands-on morph control
- 1 GB sample memory with Nord Sample Library 3.0
Weaknesses
- 48-voice ceiling when all layers are stacked
- No aftertouch-driven polyphonic expression
- No Bluetooth or USB audio interface
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Spec source: www.nordkeyboards.com — verified 2026-10-10