keyboard with best hammond b3 sound

They are not cheap but it is a quality piece of gear. I'm very happy. I have a XK1C as well, and I love it. Sweetwater Sound We love this thing. on July 14, 2019, By Jennifer Still love it anyway. They played Hammonds, not keyboards. I've always loved them but never owned one. The SK-1 replaced a Nord Electro2 73 which I owned for 5 years (and was quite happy with overall). It even can interface to a leslie. (Endorsed by Joey De Francesco). I do run the B3 thru a Neo Vent, but the Nord Leslie simulator is pretty decent. from Maine on July 31, 2017, By Christian Matthew Cullen The Nord would be a much simpler setup but also a lot more dollars. You could use a kawai k5. The XK3 that I owned, which was only a drawbar organ had one. Phone Hours | But the authenticity of the sound, including the leslie, and the feel of the keys makes it work like the real deal. The Sk1 plays and feels like a Hammond. Have you tried the CRUMAR MOJO? on August 9, 2020, Music Background: Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist, By Jamel the 61 key model is light and has drawbarsi'm thinking of getting one so i can leave my nord stage 88 at home since it's a heavy beast! I think the sound you can get out of the Hammond is far more versatile than the Nords. Great combo gives me lots of choices. virtual instrument software at Musicians Friend. on May 4, 2014, By Robert Wilkinson Tube circuitry reproduces the rich musical distortion of vintage B3s. Guitar players, notably Jimi Hendrix and Robin Trower, have made extensive use of various effects to emulate the Leslie sound. I am very discerning when it comes to keyboard sounds, Been suffering with them since the early 80's. I'm a bass player in a reggae band and we can't find a keys player, and I used to play. This thing blows all the keyboard ORGANS away! These are a great addition to the rig..I only wish I had been able to afford th -2 version, double manual. Click here to login, The ability to reply to and create new discussions, Access to members-only giveaways & competitions, Interact with VIP industry experts in our guest Q&As, Access to members-only sub forum discussions, Get INSTANT ACCESS to the world's best private pro audio, Promote your eBay auctions and Reverb.com listings for free. but A real game changer would be to grab a real Leslie. I started playing back in 1962. One of the most realistic Leslie simulator I've ever played. I really didn't need another console organ since i have a Yahama console organ wich i really like. Categories, More Ways to I velcro the heck out of things to the board no much unused room to do so). By Chuck McCoy They don't do the B3 as well as the Hammond though. the latest deals. You may already be sitting on a perfectly usable B3 sound. The XK-3c can be used for gigs also. Other voices are good but not great. Since I own a Ventilator 2, I'll probably use it. The expected B3 sounds are all there plus a killer piano voice, which is better than anything on my Yamaha S90ES. It has taken our band sound to a whole other level. The synth sounds are mediocre and are not that usable live ESPECIALLY with no whammy knob. For Sale: Bass Guitar Strings and Accessories, The TB Bazaar: Gear For Sale from our Sponsors, For Sale: Double Bass Amps, Strings & Accessories, Wanted: Bass Guitars, Amps, and Accessories, Wanted: Double Basses, Amps & Accessories, http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=103126, (You must log in or sign up to reply here.). 90% of the stuff I play is organ so this little guy really does the trick. There is just a lot more opportunity to tweak if you want. The sound is awesome, the shopping experience was awesome. 15 lbs that fits in a backpack case and you are off to the gig . I wanted a 2nd keyboard for my Hammond XK2 so I went with this one. from National City, California on March 19, 2015, By J Crosby It has great sounds and more program options then I will ever use. I have been a keyboardist playing in bands since the 1960's and have owned several Hammond Organs (ExtraVoice/1960's, X-77/1970's, Portable B3/1980's, XK-1/2008-2012) and now have the SK-1. The b3 is in essence, an additive synth. The Sk1 faithfully reproduces their sounds and so much more. By Dennis And the on-board Leslie is very impressive. Such authentic sounds really hit the mark. Ever consider using the keyboard as a midi controller and play soft synths? Are Sales of Amps and Cabs Slowing Down??? If you want an organ in your set up, this blows the Nords and others away. The drawbars add a more authentic feel to picture what ingredients are going in the organ mix. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to up their game regarding organ sounds. If there is any downside, its that the unit has so much power that after several weeks of playing around I still have not finished exploring what options are available on the unit. Have an account? Store Hours, If you have any questions, please call us at Thank you for your support! The unit seems solidly built. The next day when Fed ex scanned the package and Sweetwater got the confirmation, my present Hammond was shipped out. I highly recommend this organ. A $ mistake. The electric piano sounds are passable if you can get used to playing on a true waterfall organ response keyboard. The digital leslie when run stereo through the PA is pretty awsome. But I was looking for a dedicated board - and This is the ticket. I typically use a real Leslie and, with that configuration, I prefer the Nord C2 hands down. from Shenandoah Valley of Virginia on June 4, 2014, By Richard Dale You need an account to post a reply. I tried several other boards because I wanted Elec piano too. The real question is, do you need 88 keys, do they need to be weighted, and how much can you spend? How low frequency wise should your subwoofer go? Learn More. People seem to go nuts for the Nords. It's a great axe for a great price. The output jack was having a problem and it is a minor problem. Also, the expression pedal (V-20R) for the XK-1 works on the SK-1 too as does the Hammond switch pedal for the Leslie. It does everything the OP wants and more. Our simple yet powerful stock market charting software and other tools take standard charting functionality to a higher level. My rep. Chris Sanders is the best with his personal service and attention to detail. Already have an account? Very nice job of modeling different internal Leslie cabinet sims. I've been playing Kurzweils exclusively for quite a few years and hadn't really planned to expand. The presets are really good out of the box, the effects are excellent and easily adjustable on the fly, virtually everything is tweakable if you are so inclined, the keys are the right size and the action is excellent. This keyboard feels amazing for organ and piano alike due to the way it switches sample contact points. As always, great service from Sweetwater! Very easy to use. The non-organ sounds are great. This is a great addition to my keyboard arsenal! I couldn't be happier. Your solution for that combination would likely be a Nord. This keyboard is freaking amazing as an organ, with some impressive other sounds, too. Now maybe its not the best keybed. but it sure feels right to me! The usb flash drive makes it easy to swap settings and load new extra voices. By Mark Munson VR-09 is also lowest cost at $900. The electric/acoustic pianos are very respectable and sound great on stage, but I will admit the other "extra" sounds (as H-S refers to them) fall in the General MIDI category for quality. These guys are top notch and I'm sold. I opened the key myself, and throw away that screw. from CO on September 25, 2011, By Rocco 29 Hz? We develop trading and investment tools such as stock charts for Private Investors. Plus, it weighs 16 lbs. I have not check out every part completely, but what i have check out is very professional. I've been playing on an Arturia 49 midi controller and my friends Hammond upright for rehearsals and recording but wanted an organ to take out to gigs. It screams, it purrs, and produces smiles like the real thing. It is similar to the VR-09 in size and weight, but a lot more money. from United States on October 16, 2014, Music Background: sound designer and musician, By Shenandoah Valley Hank https://soundcloud.com/julien-asenci-asencio-orgue, Pictures Of Mic'ed Up Drum Kits In The Studio. Whenever I use the extra voices, I often get stuck and can't return to manual just using the drawbars. But its heavier so the VR-09 is the one that usually leaves the house with me. protection from manufacturer defects. But the SK1 caught my attention a few weeks ago, so down the YouTube rabbit hole I went, listening to every performance I could find. on December 7, 2020. from Virginia on September 12, 2013, By Wayne Marsh The Hammond SK 1 gave me a Hammond back. the Studiologic Numan Organ 2 seems a good price 770. If you are looking to augment your keyboard setup with organ as well as piano or use it with a master controller, then the SK1 is definitely worth a look. - Since the week 1-2 having it, there was a loose screw. And you won't necessarily need a truck and a bunch of grumbling bandmates to help you haul it around. Nord is another serious contender in the world of B3 emulation. Saying this though, I must say that the other voices in the board are mediocre. Organ sounds much better than those on Hammond XM-1 module I had before that. Gold Supporters see zero ads! Optional pedals. - No pitch bend and modulation wheel (and this is the main reason I need to move on to a more powerful keyboard) You must log in or register to reply here. Sweetwater's Sales Engineers are regarded as the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the music industry, with extensive music backgrounds and intense training on the latest products and technologies. It is super portable, easy to use, and totally worth the money! That's because it's a Hammond. Very happy I bought this one. Exclusive deals, delivered straight to your inbox. The Gear Page is the leading online community and marketplace for guitars, amps, pedals, effects and associated gear. I was conned. from Florida on January 5, 2015. Of course all the standard technical analysis tools, indicators and charting functions are included in our FREE charting package, but we've gone Beyond Charts for those searching for more. The way the SK1 is laid out makes it very easy to understand how to start building your own sounds. Every guitar or bass you Their VR-09 V-Combo Organ has nine harmonic bars, plus newly developed transistor-type 60s organ tone. The screw was put back to the original place, but it was loose again in the next 2-3 weeks.

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