The super compact Nord Drum 3P combines stunning playability with unlimited sound design possibilities. New features include integrated multi-pad, Reverb and Delay effects, a simplified sound selection mode and new Sound Banks for quickly creating custom kits on the fly.

Main features

6-channel Modeling Percussion Synthesizer
Integrated multi-pad, kick pad input and MIDI
Simplified user interface with easy sound selection
New preset 'Drum Select' library for kicks, snares, toms and more

Advanced sound engine with Resonant Synthesis, Subtractive synthesis and FM synthesis
Reverb and Delay Effects - adjustable amount for each pad
Drive, Sample-Rate reduction, Ring Modulation and EQ effects for each pad

MIDI in/out and full CC control
Stereo Output with improved output level
Headphone Output with improved output level

Sound selection

The Drum Select feature lets you browse a selection of great-sounding drum sounds, simply assigned to each pad individually. Easily replace toms, cymbals, or kicks in seconds by selecting from our new preset library.

Sound creation

The Sound generation takes place in the three sections Tone, Noise and Click. The sounds of the Nord Drum 3P are all synthesized in real-time - allowing you to both sculpt and play sounds with a unique dynamic response, regardless if you prefer to play with drumsticks or from a sequencer.

Dynamic control

The Nord Drum 3P offers great control over the dynamic response of the harmonic spectras. When using Resonant synthesis waveforms the upper parts of the harmonic spectra be controlled with velocity, giving it a brighter timbre when played hard.

Noise Section

The Noise section is all about producing noise and is very powerful. Create anything from silky smooth hiss to gritty gravel to give the Tone part of the sound more texture.

Click Section

The Click-section is a specialized section for an ultra-short attack to the sound. A wide range of different click types are available as well as a level control for finding the sweet spot where the Click merges with the other elements and becomes one coherent sound.

Effects

Each of the 6 channels of the Nord Drum 3P has its own powerful effects – Drive, EQ and Ring Modulation. Adding just a touch of Drive to your sounds can make a huge difference in terms of realism, while the Sample-Rate reduction is perfect for Lo-fi crackling effects. Ring Modulation can be used for slow tremolo-like effects to total atonal mayhem.

Special features

Mute Group

The Mute Group gives you the option to create sounds that can cancel each other out. Only one of the members of the group can sound at a time and can be used for creating a close/open hi-hat behaviour and emulating muting techniques from hand percussion.

Scale Presets

Tuned Percussion kits can be created instantly by selecting one of the Scale Presets, which include Chord Scales, Pentatonic, Hang Tunings and Hexatonic.

Edit All

The handy Edit All mode lets you edit all 6 channels simultaneously, for example, reverb, distortion or delay.

Miscellaneous

MIDI

MIDI in/out is also available for using the Nord Drum 3P with any kind of MIDI pads, or drive it from an external MIDI Sequencer. All of the Nord Drum 3P sound parameters can be controlled via CC-controls over MIDI. If you own an iPad don't miss our free iPad app Nord Beat, specifically designed for sequencing the Nord Drum 3P via MIDI.

Mixer

The Channel Mixer sets the level for each channel and also features a Pan control for creating a lush stereo image. If you like to send the kick to a separate output, just pan that channel to the left and the other channels to the right.

Trigger interface

Everything you play when using the multi-pads and external input is automatically output to the MIDI output, making the Nord Drum 3 a brilliant controller for other sound sources via MIDI.

Additional Accessories

Soft Case

Nord Keyboards and Accessories

Nord Drum 3P