Nord Piano Monitor V2 Active Stereo Speakers (Pair, 2x80W)

Nord Piano Monitor V2: Compact Active Monitors Voiced for Keyboards

The Nord Piano Monitor V2 is a pair of active, powered two-way stereo speakers delivering 2 x 80 W, voiced specifically for the wide dynamic range of digital pianos and keyboards. Each cabinet pairs a 4.5-inch woofer with a 3/4-inch tweeter and dresses in Nord's signature red to match the instruments it was built for. Unlike passive bookshelf speakers, these are self-powered and ready to connect straight to your keyboard, so no separate amplifier is needed. For the player who has outgrown headphones and tinny built-in speakers, they turn a practice corner into a proper listening space.

2 x 80 W Active Amplification

Each Piano Monitor V2 houses its own amplifier delivering 80 W, for 160 W of total system power across the stereo pair. Because the amplification is built in and matched to the drivers, the speakers reproduce sudden fortissimo chords and quiet passages without the distortion an underpowered system would add. That headroom matters for piano more than most sources, since a real piano spans a huge dynamic range from a whisper to a full-handed climax. In a home studio or small venue, this is enough clean level to fill the room and monitor comfortably while you play.

Two-Way Driver Design

A two-way design splits the audio between a 4.5-inch woofer for low and midrange frequencies and a 3/4-inch tweeter for detailed highs, each handling the band it reproduces best. Dedicating separate drivers to different frequency ranges keeps the fundamental of a low piano note tight while the shimmer of a bright electric-piano patch stays clear and airy. The compact 4.5-inch woofer is tuned for accuracy and desktop placement rather than exaggerated bass, giving an honest picture of your sound. The result is a balanced, revealing image that helps you hear exactly what your Nord is producing.

Flexible Connectivity

The Piano Monitor V2 offers two 1/4-inch keyboard inputs so you can connect a stereo keyboard output or feed two instruments directly into the speakers. A 3.5 mm stereo aux input lets you play backing tracks, metronome clicks, or reference music from a phone or laptop alongside your keyboard. An RCA subwoofer output sends low frequencies to an added subwoofer when you want to extend the bottom end for larger rooms or bass-heavy sounds. This connection set makes the pair a small but complete monitoring hub for a keyboard rig.

Desktop-Friendly Footprint

Each cabinet measures about 8.7 x 5.9 x 7.8 inches, small enough to sit on a desk, a keyboard stand shelf, or a tabletop without dominating the space. The pair weighs roughly 12.1 pounds together, so they are easy to pack for a rehearsal or a small gig and quick to set up at the destination. Their modest size belies the output, making them a practical choice where full-size studio monitors would be overkill. Whether flanking a laptop or perched beside a Nord Piano, they keep a clean, low-profile setup.

Where the Piano Monitor V2 Shines

These monitors are ideal for home-studio and practice-room listening where you want an accurate picture of your Nord without wearing headphones for hours. On a small stage or in a rehearsal room they double as personal monitors, giving you a clear sound source at your position. Teachers, songwriters, and content creators benefit from the aux input for playing along with tracks or capturing reference audio. Add a subwoofer through the RCA output and the same compact pair scales up to handle larger rooms and fuller low end.