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- New design of user-interface
- Housing reinforced by aluminum structure
- Retro-style wooden side-panels
- Extremely compact / Light weight (7,5kg)
- 61 'waterfall' keys for best touch and response
- Real mechanical drawbars
- 64 preset patches and 64 user patches
- Custom Tone Wheel Set: specify for each virtual tone-wheel how loud it will be...
- Extensive customization options
- Digital Scanner Vibrato
- Extraordinary Leslie© simulation
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Hammond XK-1c
The new Hammond 'Rock Baby' replaces the previous model Hammond XK-1...
'Rock Baby' XK-1c
There was a time when the roaring sound of a genuine Hammond B-3 Organ and Leslie Speaker required a moving van with burly movers, and room enough on stage to stand 4 regular musicians. Those days are truly now behind. The new Hammond XK-1c provides the full majesty and versatility of the industry standard B-3 in a compact package weighing just 7.5 Kg.
Following the lead of the wildly popular SK series of ultralight keyboards, the XK-1c uses the same Virtual Tonewheel 'engine' as Hammond's flagship B-3 mk2 Console Organ, with all the traditional elements, such as Hammond's original Chorus/Vibrato and Touch-Response Percussion.
The latest digital Leslie™ is also onboard, completing the classic setup, which is one of the most desired pieces of gear for any keyboard player in any genre of music.
The XK-1c features extensive customization capabilities, allowing the Organ to be tailored into replicating any Hammond/Leslie vintage, with all settings stored in each patch. Most common aftermarket 'Hot Rod' modifications are possible within the editing facilities, as well. A wide variety of different Hammond tones are contained in the factory patch library. There are 64 Factory patches and 64 User-programmable patches available. In addition to the Drawbar Profiles, the sounds of two of the most popular transistor combo organs are included, along with 28 equivalent ranks of Classical Pipe Organ sounds. The Combo Organ and Pipe Organ voices may be fully registered in traditional fashion via the Drawbar controls.
'The XK-1c's diminutive size is shocking when compared to its massive tone, but one touch of the traditional waterfall keyboard tells the truth that the XK-1c is the real deal, not a clone or imitation, but a genuine Hammond Organ, worthy of the name and the legacy of nearly 80 years.'
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| Specifications | |
| SOUND GENERATOR | ORGAN SECTION: 2 Vase III as Digital Tone-Wheels, Transistor Organ and Pipe Organ 61 polyphony (for manual, except Pipe Organ) 8 polyphony (for pedal, except Pipe Organ) 63 polyphony (maximum, on Pipe Organ) |
| KEYBOARDS | C1 to C6 61-keys |
| HARMONIC DRAWBARS | DRAWBARS: 9 Ptiches, Assignable for Upper, Pedal, Lower VOICING: Manuals: 6 choices (B-Type1, B-Type2, Mellow, Vx, Farf, Pipe), Variable Key-click Pedal: 4 choices (Normal, Muted, Synth1, Synth2), 5 choices Key-click |
| TOUCH RESPONSE PERCUSSION | BUTTONS: Percussion On, Third Harmonic, Fast Decay, Volume Soft ADJUSTABLE: Touch, Velocity, Decay (Fast/Slow) Level (Normal/Soft) |
| EFFECTS | VIBRATO AND CHORUS: Digital Scanner Buttons: 1, 2, Chorus, Upper On, Lower On OVERDRIVE: Digital, 4 programs Control: Amount MULTI EFFECTS: 8 programs EQUALIZER: Bass, Mid, Treble, Tone INTERNAL LESLIE©: Advanced Digital, 2 Rotors Buttons: Bypass, Stop, Fast REVERB: Digital, 11 programs Control: On, Depth Leslie On Reverb MASTER EQUALIZER: Bass, Mid, Treble |
| KEYMAP | BUTTONS: Manual Bass, Split ADJUSTABLE: Coupler Highest note, Split Point, Octave Up for Lower, Octave Down for Lower, Transpose |
| PATCHES | CAPACITY: 64 User Patches, 64 Preset Patches, manual FAVORITES: 8 buttons PATCH LOAD OPTIONS: Drawbar Registrations, Drawbar Parameters, Internal Zone, External Zone, Effects, Reverb |
| CONTROLLERS | VOLUMES: Master Volume SWITCH: Power On/Off |
| STORAGE | USB Flash Drive |
| DISPLAY | 20 Characters, 2 Lines Control Buttons and Value knob |
| MIDI | TEMPLATES: 8 Templates EXTERNAL ZONES: 3 Zones, assignable to any keyboard |
| CONNECTIONS | MIDI: In, Out AUDIO: Line Out, L, R, Headphones LESLIE©: 8-pin, 1 and 3 channels available OTHER: Foot Switch, Exp. Pedal, DC IN(12V) |
| ACCESSORY (INCLUDED) | AC Adaptor AD3-1250 |
| DIMENSIONS | 95,8cm(W) x 30,5cm(D) x 10,1cm(H) |
| WEIGHT | 7.5Kg |
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| Top-view image of XK-1c (640 x 202 pixels) 205KB |
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| Side-view image of XK-1c (640 x 313 pixels) 317KB |
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| Rear-view image of XK-1c (640 x 84 pixels) 80KB |
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Brochure(s) | |||||
| Flyer-brochure XK-1c (PDF-file 6730KB) |
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| Review by 'Tastenwelt' Magazine of the XK-1c (1466KB) |
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Owners manual(s) | |||||
| Owners manual XK-1c English (PDF-file 7386KB) |
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| Owners manual XK-1c French (PDF-file 28094KB) |
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| Owners manual XK-1c German (PDF-file 25833KB) |
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| Owners manual XK-1c Dutch (PDF-file 10643KB) |
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System-upgrade | |||||
| XK-1c Software update Version Release1.1 02/07/2014 mainV1012.sys This release is the most recent and includes all previous versions, updates and upgrades as well as an 'XK_HowToUpdate.pdf'-file which explains the update-procedure and a 'ReadmeE.txt'-file which details all the changes made in all releases. You need to download this update to a USB-memory device. Please note: This update will erase any saved preset data in your organ and restore it to factory presets. (Zip-file containing 11 files including instructions XK1C_Release1.zip-file 2145Kb) How to update system software XK-1c 1: Copy the file Prepare your USB flash drive by formatting it on your XK-1c. (see owners manual) Insert the USB flash drive on your PC, and copy the 7 files that end with '.sys' into specified folder of USB flash drive. Hammond > xk-1c > system 2: Load the Updator Insert the USB flash drive into your XK-1c. Switch on the power while pressing the following 2 buttons; [CONTROL], [REVERB]. The display shows "XK-1C SYSTEM LOAD" and update procedure will start after 20 seconds. 3. Loading After "Please power off" is displayed, do NOT remove the USB flash. Just power off and on again. Loading the "sload" (boot loader)... Wait... 4: End of load The procedure is complete when the display shows again "Please power off". Remove the USB flash drive, switch off the power. |
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| FS-9H | Footswitch for XK & SK-models / Leslie | |
| EXP-20 | Expression-pedal for XK-1c, XK-4 & SK-models | |
| EXP-50J | Expression-pedal for XK & SK-models | |
| Softbag XK-1c | Softbag for XK-1c |
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John Gamino
John entered the Hammond family as a part of the in-house sales team, but has since taken his talents out on the open road with his band, Mondo Drag. Conjuring up the spirits of the forefathers of organ-laden rock like that of Vincent Crane, Ken Hensley, and Jon Lord, he slams out his own style of heavy rock organ at venues and festivals around the country.Sophie Anglionin
Growing up in a family of musicians, Sophie was destined to start playing music herself. She asked for and was given a keyboard on her eighth birthday and around that time Sophie started to take keyboard lessons at a local music school as well. Her passion for music grew even greater during her teenage years when she also started attending singing classes. It soon became clear to her that she wanted to incorporate music in her professional career and she consequently attended a one-year program in preparation of the conservatory. This program included song writing, music theory and band coaching.In the meantime Sophie had also started teaching piano classes to people of all ages. Sophie graduated from the Haarlem Conservatory as a session musician in 2015. Over the years, Sophie has participated in several bands, both covering existing music and playing original songs. She has also spent time in recording studios, expanded her number of students, and given live performances on numerous occasions. Her development has led to the famous singer Waylon nicknaming her 'Funky Sophie', a great honour indeed! It is beyond a doubt that music is no longer just her passion, it is now an essential part of her life.
"The ideal gig is not complete without an awesome Hammond solo."
Michael Burkart
As a native of New Orleans, Michael Burkart developed the foundation of his unique organ style listening to the reggae and street brass bands in the city. He really cemented his reputation as a strong and talented organist by hitting the stages on Bourbon and Frenchman Streets and playing with the same bands and musicians that impressed him as a youngster. He is considered one of the up and coming breed of organists that represent the new guard of the Hammond B3, its heritage and digital progeny. The Mikey B3 Project... His shows always features the Hammond organ, however, the Hammond XK-1c is the perfect replacement keyboard for smaller venues and concerts because it is a perfect balance of sound and size. Over the past 15 years, this veteran musician has shared the stage with:The Wild Magnolias Irene Sage Band
Walter 'Wolfman' Washington Reggie Scanlan (Radiators)
Anders Osborne The Captian Midnight Band
and many others too numerous to name...
His festival tours include:
Jazz & Heritage Festival Aspen Creek Festival
French Quarter Festival Bear Creek Fest
New Orleans Blues & Jazz Festival Satchmo Summer Fest
Bay Harbor Festival Street Beat Festival
Luther Allman
Luther was first introduced to a Hammond C-3 in a church in Harlem, NY in the 1950s. Up to that time he had been playing large pipe organs and was the high school organist at Brooklyn Tech H.S. which had an Allen pipe organ. The Hammond was love at first touch because of the distinctive sound and the instantaneous touch response, which was outstanding compared to the much slower response of a pipe organ. After high school he never played a pipe organ again, preferring his new organ loves – a slew of stellar Hammond organ models which he has owned over the years since the 1960s, and still plays daily until today.Marc Adams
The first call for the touring, recording and performing Hammond organ and piano community in New Orleans. His history spans over 30 years and is considered the father of New Orleans B-3 Hammond blues organ. He now loves and uses the the XK-1c as his organ replacement.He has played as a B-3 single and backed up big horn bands and been the main Hammond and piano chair behind local, national and international high caliber artists. Fine vocalist. Very un-assuming and is probably the most genuinely humble, under-rated and under promoted organist in the national active blues and funk community. Well known in the national music scene.
He is so busy that he doesn't need to advertise, so no website. His curriculum vitae is huge and includes all of the local music festivals, most of the national music and blues festivals and many of the EU tours.
The new Hammond XK-1c provides the full majesty and versatility of the industry standard B-3 in a compact package weighing just 7.5 Kg.