Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle

Born in New Hampshire (USA) and moved to California in 1991 having graduated with a Music Business Degree from the University of Massachusetts. My instrument was the Alto Saxophone but always loved keyboards more!  Started as an intern with NAMM (the National Association of Music Merchants) in Carlsbad California.

From there started my own software development company called "Productive Computing" as my day job but kept playing keyboards in various original rock bands since high school. 

In 2017 I started the YouTube channel called "My Keys To Music" which focuses on people who are looking to use Nord keyboards or who already use Nord keyboards and they want to master them. I also like building and leading a community of like-minded musicians with a passion for keyboards and great music.

Can You Save Keyscape Samples to a Nord Keyboard

Can You Use Independent Effects on Nord Samples?

Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle 2 minute read

Equipment: Software | Ask Marc Anything

One of the distinguishing factors between the Nord Electro 6 and the new Electro 7 is the way each keyboard handles its effects signal chain. While both...

Nord Piano 6

The Nord Piano 6 Has Been Announced

Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle 7 minute read

Announcements

Nord announces the latest generation of their Piano series. "The latest generation of the Nord Piano series features a new panel design with LED...

Nord Organ 3

The Nord Organ 3 Has Been Announced

Marc Larochelle

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Announcements

"We are proud to announce the latest generation of our Organ series featuring massive improvements to sound, design and performance. With a greatly...

Can You Save Keyscape Samples to a Nord Keyboard

Can You Use Keyscape Samples on a Nord Keyboard?

Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle 4 minute read

Equipment: Software | Ask Marc Anything

✅ Yes, you can manually sample and import Keyscape sounds 🎚️ Nord only supports velocity volume, not tonal character variation 🛠️ Best results come...

Is the Nord Stage 2 Compatible with forScore?

Is the Nord Stage 2 Compatible with forScore?

Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle 4 minute read

Equipment: Nord Keyboards | Equipment: Software | Equipment: MIDI Controllers | Ask Marc Anything

✅ Yes, forScore can be configured to change programs on your Nord Stage 2 📶 Works with wireless MIDI (e.g., Yamaha MD-BT01 + iPad) ⚙️ Requires 3-part...

Welcome to Geek Speak!

Welcome to Geek Speak!

Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle 4 minute read

Welcome to Geek Speak! 🤓 I wanted to share some behind-the-scenes work being done for those of you interested in the nuts and bolts of the operations here...

How to Connect Onsong, MIDI & BeatBuddy to Your Nord Keyboard

How to Connect Onsong, MIDI & BeatBuddy to Your Nord Keyboard

Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle 6 minute read

Equipment: Nord Keyboards | Equipment: MIDI Controllers | Equipment: Accessories | MIDI Configuration | Ask Marc Anything

@josipbosnjak6808 asks: Hi. Is it possible to connect OnSong to Nord via USB cable, then Nord with BeatBuddy via MIDI so that if you change the program on OnSong, it...

What To Look Out for When Purchasing A Used Nord Keyboard

What To Look Out for When Purchasing A Used Nord Keyboard

Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle 7 minute read

Nord Keyboards Buyers Guide | Equipment: Nord Keyboards | Ask Marc Anything

@albertoloera3001 asks: Hi Marc! I’m about to buy a used Nord keyboard (specifically, the Nord Stage 3 compact) and it’s my first time buying a Nord. What...

Can I Use the BeatBuddy in Place of a Standard Drum Machine?

Can I Use the BeatBuddy in Place of a Standard Drum Machine?

Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle 5 minute read

Equipment: Miscellaneous | Ask Marc Anything

@mikeapaluccisr asks: "Thanks for the great review. I'm starting to record again, and I need a new drum machine. Does the BeatBuddy contain standard drum...

Does the Nord Stage 4 Actually Sound Better than the Nord Stage 3?

Does the Nord Stage 4 Actually Sound Better than the Nord Stage 3?

Marc Larochelle

Marc Larochelle 4 minute read

Ask Marc Anything

TL;DR: Does the Nord Stage 4 Sound Better Than the Nord Stage 3? Not necessarily — it depends on what features matter most to you. Both use the same...