Hammond xk 3 user manual

Owners manual xk3 english pdffile 3753kb owners manual xk3 german pdffile 6124kb owners manual xk3 french pdffile 11260kb. Its a full 2manual clone with 2 sets of drawbars per manual and a very hammondlike user interface, and its half the price of the single manual xk5. Not only does the xk3cxk5 lowermanual stand provide rocksolid support that wont ever wobble. Compare prices and shop the hammondo xk 3c on reverb. This prostyle keyboard addition to the xk 3 shows the versatility and power of the xk 3 platform. Xk5 owners manual release 3 icon nameiconfile usa xk5 owners playing guide release. In order to get the most out of this instrument for many years to come, first. Database contains 1 hammond xk2 manuals available for free online viewing or downloading in pdf. Professional double manual stage keyboard with hammond, piano and vintage voices. Beyond delivering just the most authentic hammond b3 organ sound possible, hammond b3x also provides the full signal chain to give you the deepest soundshaping options. The above connection instructions will also work with older hammond products such as xb2, xb5 and xb3. Btype organ, mechanical multicontacts, 25 notepedal, walnut.

Owners manual xk 3 english pdffile 3753kb owners manual xk 3 german pdffile. The tonecontrol simulates the circuit built in on the vintage b3c3 preamp to obtain a gentlycut treble. This owners manual is designed to explain the operating features of your hammond xk3 as simply and graphically as possible. This halfmoon shaped switch assembly is used to control the speeds of the internal digital leslie found in the leslie pedal, xk3, xk3c, xk5, skx, and sk2 as. The reversekey presets function exactly as they do on a b3, and the traditional waterfall keyboard fits like a glove.

My church owns a hammond xk66 that is connected to a leslie 910. Please take the time to read this manual completely to take full advantage. I sure wish hammond would have included aftertouch on the xk3c. Preowned hammond xk3c organ with hammond lower manual. The hammond xk2 contains a builtin library of 64 custom hammond drawbar organ patches. Hammond b3x is the nextlevel organ virtual instrument that delivers an unprecedented new degree of realism and detail to give musicians full immersion into the electromechanical hammond organ experience with all its soul, passion and vibe. The xlk3 is the lower keyboard unit for hammond xk33c. The hammond xk3 drawbar keyboard is the perfect answer to an ageold problemhow to get that fabulous b3 sound without actually lugging a b3 to your gigs. Hammond xk5 sweetwater is one of the best when it comes to price, knowledge, service and follow up after you purchase. This item is handmade in shropshire at stable cottage bunting. These zones allow you to control additional sounds from the xk 2 keyboard, thereby giving your xk 2 the ability to function as a midi master controller for a sequencer, sound modules, or whatever you wish. The model a 3 lower manual from hammond is designed to cradle the xk 5 and create laurens hammond s first organ, the model a, which was introduced in 1953. The xk5 also may be expanded to a double manual, with the top upgrade featuring the timeless 4poster design of a b3.

Hammond xk 2 quick features manual 116 pages drawbar keyboard. Is hammonds xk5 the best lightweight clonewheel organ money can buy. Owners manual your hammond xk 1 drawbar keyboard is designed to give you the true and authentic sound of hammond harmonic drawbars, as well as provide you a large variety of features to allow great flexibility in how you want to use the keyboard. Buy hammond xlk 3 lower manual pro style keyboard addition for the xk 3. The hammond xk 1c packs the sonic fortitude of the legendary b 3 into a tidy package weighing just over 16 lbs. Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of a. The user s manual is still with the organ, but this doesnt have a lot of details on taking care of it. The above connection instructions will also work with older hammond products such as xb2, xb5 and xb 3. Hammond xk1c portable organ american musical supply. We have 1 hammond xk 2 manual available for free pdf download. Because we want to make this manual, as well as the keyboard itself, as easy to understand as possible, the explanations in this manual are grouped by subject matter.

The model a3 lower manual uses the same keybed and multicontact system with the same highquality cabinetry as the main unit. Hammond xlk3 lower manual organ keyboard synthesizer excellentb3 for sale. For all practical purposes, the xk5 is the upper manual of a b3. This is a used, mint condition hammond xk 5 single manual portable organ. Its a full suite of effects, cabinets and more, all drawn from the signal paths used to create the most iconic b3 sounds of all time in a range of genres, styles and eras. Page 1 model thank you, and congratulations on your choice of a hammond xk 3. Hammond xk3 lower manual pro style for sale online ebay. The hammond xk 3c serves up an impressive emulation of the famous, muchloved hammond b 3 with modern sensibilities, like comfortable playability right off the bat and a much smaller, lighter body. The company has since released the xk3, a singlemanual organ using the same digital tonewheel technology as the new b3. Hammond xk5 single manual portable organ ken stanton music. Hammond xk5 heritage series single manual organ walnut. It begins with the xk5 and adds the a3 lower manual, which functions exactly like the xlk5 but has thicker side panels. Hammond xk5 single manual portable organ from hammond.

The design of hammonds new flagship portable draws on the original b3s blueprints, capturing its sound and feel with unmatched accuracy and soul. With no modifications to the xk 3 itself, adding this lower manual converts the xk 3 to a double manual keyboard. The hammond b 3 organ and its siblings such as the c 3 and a100 have been the single most influential keyboard instruments in musical history, perhaps apart from the acoustic piano. This owners manual is designed to explain the operating features of your hammond xk 3 as simply and graphically as possible. The depth of control gives it the ability to duplicate individual hammonds down to the model, year, condition and serial number, with downloadable tonewheel profiles upcoming from famous hammond organists. The wooden b3 look stand and bench match the cabinetry perfectly, as does the xpk250 pedalboard with expression pedal. Created in close collaboration with both the hammond organ company, of chicago, illinois, and suzuki musical. A 2tube preamp, and full midi controller capability are just a few of the features of this. On a vintage b3, each key has nine individual contact points, each of which corresponds to one of the nine drawbars. The optional and removable xlk3 lower manual is a nice idea, allowing you to expand the xk3 to a dual manual and pedal combo if required. Owners manual sk2 english pdffile 6296kb owners manual sk2 french pdffile 26520kb. Hammond xk3 digital tonewheel organ in excellent condition with hammond cu1 leslie toggle, original manual and padded hammond case. Please read your hammond xk 3c drawbar keyboard is designed to give you the true and authentic sound of hammond harmonic drawbars, as well as provide you a large variety of features. The xlk5 from hammond is the lower manual designed to cradle the xk5 and create the xk5 pro system.

The hammond organ is an electric organ invented by laurens hammond and john m. Hammond xk2 manuals and user guides, electronic keyboard. Please take the time to read this manual completely to take full advantage of the many features of your xk5. The xk1cs diminutive size is shocking when compared to its massive tone, but one touch of the traditional waterfall keyboard tells the truth that the xk1c is the real deal, not a clone or imitation, but a genuine hammond organ, worthy of the name and the legacy of nearly 80. Even straight out of the box, with no tweaking, i noticed the xk5 has way more detail and character than any of the previous xk and sk models. I was looking for the service manual that goes with this organ, and also some general specifics on this particular model i. Simulates all the best vintage models of organs and leslie spikers. Hammond xk3cxk5 lowermanual stand 766150300581 ebay. The hammonds essential partner is yours at every moment, with 8 factory profiles of the most famous leslie models 122, 147, et. The xlk5 uses the same keybed and multicontact system with the same highquality cabinetry as the main unit. Hammond xk for sale in uk 49 secondhand hammond xks. Professional doublemanual stage keyboard with hammond, piano and vintage voices. Hammond xk 2 manuals manuals and user guides for hammond xk 2. Stage keyboard with hammond, piano and vintage voices.

The xk3c is, for all practical purposes, the top manual of a hammond b 3, with two sets of harmonic drawbars, chorusvibrato, and touchresponse percussion. View and download hammond xk3 owners manual online. Sk series oem manual icon nameiconfile usa sk series reference guide icon nameiconfile usa skx reference guide icon. Brazilian pianist, eliane rodrigues, literally taking the performance below the stage. View and download hammond xk3 service manual online. It was advertised as new in box, but when i opened it all up, its far from new.

Generalmidi expander with 386 gmsounds and hammond sounds. With no modifications to the xk 3 itself, adding this lower manual converts the xk 3 to a double manual electronic keyboard with similar styling to a traditional b 3. Where you usually get the service manual for hammond xk2 keyboard pdf online free with easy. The library is user programmable for upper manual, lower manual and pedal keyboard use. Playing the hammond b3, c3 for over fifty years this hammond is the real deal. Its also possible that the 4 difference might not allow the proper fit. Electric drum set 336 sounds, 35 preset kits, 10 user kits, 3 preset songs, 10 user songs, metronome. Reverse presets, chorus vibrato on the left, percussion on the right. Hammond xlk3 lower manual pro style keyboard addition for.

Mar 07, 2011 hammond xk3 ebay demo upper lower manuals. Andy burton compares the hammond xk5 to a vintage hammond b3. Hammond xk5 heritage series model a3 and pro system organs. User manuals, guides and specifications for your hammond xk2 electronic keyboard.

This portable organ serves up genuine b 3 mojo, replete with real mechanical drawbars, chorus, vibrato, touchresponse percussion, and an outrageously convincing digital leslie rotary speaker emulation. Its patentpending technologies include an allnew sound engine that combines modeling and sampling, and reproduces every nuance of the classic electromechanical tone wheel generator. Factory presets represent the most commonly used b3 drawbar settings in blues, jazz, gospel, country, rock and other music styles. Very quick on shipping and usually you get it the next day. I also have an hammond xb3leslie 122xb that i use at home and for gigging until i got the xk system and other than the sound not being on par with the xk3, it has a lot going for it.

By removing the existing side panels, the xk5 slides into lower manual with its vertically extended side. Xe103 and xk3 organs with metal chassis and noiseless operation. This prostyle setup is ideal for a gigging organist who desires easy setup and the power of a b3. Your hammond xk3 drawbar keyboard is designed to give you the true and authentic sound of hammond harmonic drawbars, as well as provide you a large variety of features to allow great flexibility in how you want to use the keyboard. Hammondleslie resource and home of the hammond zone user. Brought it on ebay from a known hammond player in ca, i wont mention his name but i dont think hes on this forum, its doa. Page 1 model thank you, and congratulations on your choice of a hammond xk3. Hammond xk5 organ dual manual ultra bundle kraftmusic. Yamaha yc61 organfocused stage keyboard indepth demo. These zones allow you to control additional sounds from the xk2 keyboard, thereby giving your xk2 the ability to function as a midi master controller for a sequencer, sound modules, or whatever you wish. Custom setups sk series the hammond sk stage keyboards have been developed to serve musicians of every genre all over the world, and the presets found in the oem set reflect the sks readiness to serve as the core keyboard in any lineup, anywhere. Hammond usa director of sales and marketing gregg gronowski says. The model a3 lower manual from hammond is designed to cradle the xk5 and create laurens hammonds first organ, the model a, which was introduced in 1953.

By removing the existing side panels, the xk5 slides into xlk5 with its vertically extended side panels, creating an integrated dualmanual rig with a seamless appearance. Th ank you, and congratulations on your choice of the hammond drawbar keyboard xk5. The model a 3 lower manual uses the same keybed and multicontact system with the same highquality cabinetry as the main unit. Make sure headphones are not your hammond xb1 drawbar keyboard is designed to give you the true because we want to make this manual, as well as the instrument itself.

Xk5 is the first instrument to feature hammonds exclusive hybrid multiple key contact system for the ultimate tonewheel organ performance. Hammond took the task upon themselves and created a sophisticated and unique technology that uses 96 digital tone wheels to create a tonal replica of the b3 thats so accurate even died. Before using this unit, please read the following safety instructions, and adhere to. The hammond console tonewheel organ and leslie speaker has been a standard feature across a range of different musical genres for more than 70 years, and thats a lot of heritage and status, mostly associated with the b3 model that was introduced in 1954 although the c3 and a10x variants employ exactly the same. The optional and removable xlk3 lower manual is a nice idea, allowing you to expand the xk3 to a dualmanual and pedal combo if required. In order to get the most out of this instrument for many years to come, first take the time to read this manual in full. Expression pedal 20 xk 1, sk1, sk2, xk 3c expression pedal exp100f xk 2, xk 3, xk system, xe1, xe2, xk 3c expression pedal exp50. The hammond xk5 is the very best portable hammond organ ever made.

Need a stand for your hammond xk3c or xk5 pro lower manual. The hammond xk3xk3c is a very fine instrument but in my opinion the built in leslie simulator has not. This traditionalstyle keyboard addition to the hammond xk 3 shows the versatility and power of the xk 3 platform. Leslie foot switch fs10tl 971, 122xb leslie foot switch fs1tl g37 sk 25note pedal board. This owners manual is designed to explain the operating features of your hammond. The hammond console tonewheel organ and leslie speaker has been a standard feature across a range of different musical genres for more than 70 years, and thats a lot of heritage and status, mostly associated with. The xk1c portable organ introducing the smallest and lightest genuine hammond organ there was a time when the roaring sound of a genuine hammond b3 organ and leslie speaker required a moving van with burly movers, and room enough on stage to stand 4 regular musicians.

Or if you want a single manual clone, the legend solo costs about 14 of the xk5 and has an equally good user interface, except only two sets of drawbars total. Hammond xk5 drawbar organ the most versatile organkeyboard anywhere. Keyboard hammond skseries introduction manual 10 pages summary of contents for hammond xk 3. Available shortly 25 days available shortly 25 days. Finally, after 3 weeks, my hammond xk3c with xlk3 lower manual arrived. The second new feature is called the hybrid multiple keycontact system.