I Love this keyboard. It has made my career and music better and so many ways. I love the sounds and different features on my Nord stage 4. The best system ever made for studio use and stage presents.

I have several synthesizers. Prophet, Trigon and Sub 37. I wanted to add piano. My Yamaha C-5 is a bit heavy to carry around. When analyzing this problem of what electronic piano to add, I looked at all the specs, YouTube's and forums. Frankly, many reviews, as with the synths, are I am a Ford man and only buy Ford. That is not really a helpful bias. Or I do not like buying things from China. Look my Ipad and Iphone work just fine. And last I heard, no chips are made in the US. China knows how to make things. And they are humans too. So taking all that out, the first key point was weight. Other keyboards have better specs, features and lower cost. But this is 22 lbs. I perform so that is a major issue. I got the 73 because my Bose system (L1) does not get lower. And, I can move the keyboard if there is a system that can handle it. Shorter and lighter. I compared the stage to the electro. The electro is short lighter less expensive but lacks layers and the synth does not have much control. Like I need another synth. But the Stage may replace the need for a Synth for my use. I do sound healing events which is ambient. I work with the stage and the Trigon to cover what I need. It is probably a rare use case but that is my analysis. Also, I felt I did not need the organ. But Nord does not make a power piano power synth only. Then when trying to sort out how to have the synth play a harmonium, I realized, well a harmonium is a reed organ. Bingo, I can use all three panels. That was a bonus. So if mass is an issue, the price is not a concern. Amortize 15 lbs over multiple loads and sort it out.

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I sold a Yamaha Motif XF6 on Gear Exchange and an Access Virus Ti v2 Polar to move into this board. It has gorgeous piano, and synth sounds, and full and weighty organ sounds with drawbars and rotary speaker emulation just like the actual Hammonds and Lelise's we used to love & play. It's remarkable how close the Nord Stage 4 gets, and to think we had to cart around big furniture in the past to achieve that kind of sound, lol. I also like that you can adjust the keyboard action with Nord's KB touch and Dyn compression and the built-in effects (chorus, flange, phase, reverb, delay & compression). It all adds up to getting a really nice & finished sound. The only thing missing is a built-in sequencer, but it does have an arpeggiator which is fun to work with. I highly recommend this keyboard and I'm very happy to be working with it!

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Amazing!!!

This keyboard is the greatest keyboard of all time, but jezzz the price needs to go down. I can't go to debt because of a piano.

Having only had this keyboard for 2.5 weeks it is meeting my expectations in a big way. Coming out of a workstation style board there was a learning curve, but not too steep. This compact model makes only very few compromises ... vis-a-vi weighted action and more flexible split points. But there are so many advantages and work arounds. The weight (

I like to call it the Mac of keyboards. It just works and works well. No menu diving. Everything at your finger tips. I love it.

My wife performed her first live show! The Nord Stage 4 certainly delivered high quality music for her. This has become an important tool for her music experience and education.
Thanks to Josh Strid for making it possible!

Exceptional Purchase Experience for Nord Stage 4 Compact 73-Key Stage Keyboard at Sweetwater!

I recently purchased the Nord Stage 4 Compact 73-Key Stage Keyboard from Sweetwater, and I couldn't be more delighted with my experience. Not only is the Nord Stage 4 a phenomenal piece of musical craftsmanship, but the outstanding service provided by Brad DiCarlo, the salesperson who assisted me, truly elevated my buying experience.

Brad's extensive knowledge of musical instruments, particularly the Nord Stage series, was evident from the moment we began discussing my requirements. He patiently guided me through the features of the Nord Stage 4 Compact, helping me make an informed decision that perfectly aligned with my musical preferences and needs. Brad's passion for music and commitment to customer satisfaction shone through, making the entire process enjoyable and stress-free.

Moreover, Sweetwater's online music store exceeded my expectations. The website was user-friendly, and the ordering process was smooth and efficient. The Nord Stage 4 arrived promptly and in pristine condition, securely packaged to ensure its safety during transit.

The Nord Stage 4 Compact itself is a musical marvel. The 73 keys provide a perfect balance between portability and functionality, and the sound quality is simply breathtaking. The attention to detail in the design and construction is evident, and I am thoroughly impressed with the instrument's performance.

In summary, my experience with Sweetwater, combined with Brad DiCarlo's exceptional assistance, has made this purchase a memorable and satisfying one. I wholeheartedly recommend Sweetwater to fellow musicians, and if you have the opportunity to work with Brad DiCarlo, you're in for a treat. Thank you, Sweetwater, for providing top-notch products and service. I look forward to making future musical purchases with confidence from your store!

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What a great instrument! This is my first Nord instrument. I'm amazed at how easy it is to move around this complex machine.
Not one comfortable with shaping,editiing or tweeking sounds, I find it5 a breeze with the Nord Stage 4. Well worth the cost!