Showing posts with label Hammond News. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hammond News. Show all posts

Monday, 4 February 2013

SK1 78 AND 88 NOTE STAGE KEYBOARDS UK LAUNCH

See the full Hammond Sk Stage Keyboard Range this weekend Sat 9t and Sun 10th Feb 2013 

Official UK Launch will be at the KENT INTERNATIONAL KEYBOARD FAIR 2013

Meet up with Barrie and Malc from Hammond Organ UK and try - see the complete Sk range 

full details on our Facebook Events pagehttps://www.facebook.com/events/455175371208420/

Saturday, 2 February 2013

HAMMOND ANNOUNCES NEW Sk SERIES INSTRUMENTS

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At the 2013 Winter NAMM Hammond announced the release of two new additions to their highly popular Sk series of stage/performance keyboard instruments. The Sk1-73 and Sk1-88 models feature 73 and 88 note keyboards, respectively. The two new models join the original Sk1 (61 keys) and the Sk2 (twin 61 note keyboards). All four models share the same specifications.

The new models are in response to the many piano players buying their first Hammond, surprised that such a rich and responsive set of piano voices and more emanates from an instrument equipped with drawbars. Those piano players are more comfortable playing a longer keyboard, so the new 73 and 88 note keybeds have the Hammond-style "waterfall" keyboards to accommodate traditional Hammond style performance but are also semi-weighted to facilitate comfortable piano play.

The Sk series, released last year, provides the keyboard player a comprehensive set of essential sounds suitable for any style of music, featuring an authentic Hammond Organ with Digital Leslie Speaker. Acoustic and Electric Grand Pianos, Electric Pianos (Rhodes, Wurlitzer, and FM), Clavinet, Accordion, Transistor Organ (Vox, Farfisa, and Jaguar), Synth and Orchestral voices plus 32 ranks of authentic pipe organ voices complete the sound set. All of these sounds reside in ultra-lightweight units that range from the 15 pound Sk1 to the 35 pound Sk2. It's everything needed to play any show in any genre.

The Hammond name has been the brand leader in organs for 77 years, but modern players want highly portable (yet potent) instruments that provide multiple voices.. The Sk's are able to jump from screaming, vintage B-3 to a funky clav, to a stately Grand Piano all in the press of a button, and every inch of the sound engine can be modified and adapted to meet the player's needs.

12 different Hammond Profiles with 18 discrete parameters combined with 16 Digital Leslie Profiles give you thousands of Vintage and Modern Hammond tones, Add to that 36 Discrete Keyboard, Synth and Orchestral Voices with 114 variations and you have a comprehensive foundation keyboard instrument that is the centerpiece of any player's rig.

The Sk1-73 will be available in the UK from Mid February and the Sk1-88 from mid May 2013. RRP are £1699 and £1899 respectively, although internet shop prices may be cheaper.

Hammond • The Sound, The Soul, The One!
www.hammondorgan.co.uk

Saturday, 12 January 2013

New Hammond Products


Hammond announce exciting new products will be unveiled at the upcoming Namm show.

Watch this space

Friday, 6 July 2012

B-3 on a 6' 10" wide Narrowboat .. A World First ?

'Bob Blues' a London based Hammond Player and Radio Station DJ / Producer has taken delivery of his New Portable B-3p aboard his floating home / studio.. a NARROWBOAT !

YES … a 50' long by 6' 10" wide narrowboat !!! ……. A B-3 complete with 25 note pedal board, bench and Leslie Speaker
(which was already aboard)

Below are a few pics form delivery day with Bob, Barrie and Malc and you can then read all about Bob, his new Hammond and his music below.

Pathway leading to Bob's mooring
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The B-3 Portable's new home
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All unboxed and ready to go aboard
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Bob and Barrie ready to take the B on board
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Permission to board ?
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Malc setting the B-3 up with Bob at the helm (couldn't resist that pun)
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Bob's story ….

Ive been playing since I was 6 when I was allowed to play my Gran’s piano on a Saturday morning. I was originally trained on the trumpet but never progressed much beyond School Orchestra level.  One day I was listening to an old 78 record and heard some blues and I was hooked. The sound was terrible but the wonderful music of the blues just got into my heart.  On this old record was a Hammond and I knew from hearing this from the first moment this was what I wanted to play.
 
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I got a chance to play an old B3 a few years ago and this was the moment knew I wanted one but cost and space was a problem. A few years ago I started playing with “Wendys Lost Boys” and I steadily progressed from an Oberhiem B3 simulator and Hefner Leslie simulator pedal to an single manual XK3 and Leslie 860 (Thank you Ebay). Although at this time I was using a stack of keyboards and midi gear on stage I was only happy when I was on the Hammond playing the blues. When Wendys Lost Boys folded (Arrgh girlfriends in the band!) I bought a lower manual for the XK3 and stopped using the synths and midi gear all together as the Hammond was such a nice instrument to play just sitting on it brought a smile to my face. I also do some charity work, which requires me to play a church organ so, I made up some drawbar settings that resembled what I had so I was able to practice with the same sound. (Between you and I the Hammond is a much nicer instrument than some of the church organs I have played!).
 
Late 2010 I bought and moved onto my 50ft Narrow boat and installed my studio in the living area with a squeeze (Hammond Xk3 system, Andomenda A6, several Yamaha DX7 and a 24 track mixer with Alesis Monitors) and for a year found the peace and tranquility of the life on the canal beneficial to recording. I could take the boat out, tie up and turn the Leslie up with out neighbors complaining.  
 
Since the first day of playing the original B3 I have always lusted over one so earlier this year I decided to finally go for it but as I lived on a Narrow boat it had to be planned very carefully as I needed to get it on and off along with the Leslie so armed with an expandable ruler I found I could get the B3-P in so the order was placed.
 
When it arrived, In a large van, on a large pallet, I honestly thought it would never fit in but after Malc and Barry had unpacked it, it all fitted in just as I had planned.
 
What is it like to play? Well the answer is just perfect; the keyboard action is as smooth as silk. The sound is amazing and IMHO so much better than the XK3 and is a total joy to play. The only thing I regret is not getting it earlier and as for space, the dog is a bit peeved that her bed has moved but there is only so much you can fit in on a Narrow boat.
 
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The band I play with now is more rock and blues so my Hammond fits in perfectly.
 
If you are interested in the blues I broadcast a live Internet radio show from my floating studio every Tuesday and Friday 10-midnight in the UK on
http://www.dekadance-radio.com and the show is also available on iTunes search Dekadance and select Ain’t Nuthin But Bob Blues.
 
Have fun and Go for it!
 
Bob Blues


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Monday, 14 May 2012

May 2012 Newsletter

click here to download the NewsLetter with articles on:
  • The award winning Sk Stage Keyboards
  • Frankfurt 2012 MusikMesse report
  • A few words from Malc
  • New items in Hammond Organ UK Shop

Tuesday, 1 November 2011

Hammond Organ UK on FACEBOOK - TWITTER - RSS FEEDS

We have decided that one of the easiest and most effective ways to communicate news, events etc is by using Facebook and Twitter

Both Facebook and Twitter are very easy to use and you will be notified about every little piece of information that we think is worth telling.
As you will know if you have been with us for a few years .. WE DO NOT SEND JUNK ARTICLES OR SPAM ONLY THINGS WE HOPE YOU WILL BE INTERESTED IN

The subscription user group will continue for a while but we really would like everyone to subscribe to our
RSS FEED as this is by far the best way to stay up to date with our various Hammond Organ UK News.

RSS feeds are very simple to use. If you use a MAC and MAC MAIL the best way is to use the 'Subscribe in Mail' or use one of the many free news readers available.

Sk Stage Keyboard Demos at HamLab

Malc is running 1- to -1 demo days at his HamLab operation
If you want to see hear try this incredible new keyboard / organ range from Hammond contact him for details
info@hammondorgancentre.co.uk

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Thursday, 31 March 2011

New SK Keyboards to Launch at Frankurt International Music Festival Next Week

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a new chapter begins ... Rock legend Jon Lord will unveil the
New Sk ‘stage keyboard series‘
to pre invited guests at the Frankfurt Music Messe at 11 am Wed 6th April 2011

We are very happy and excited about this 'awesome' new keyboard range and thrilled that our own Malc Deakin has been chosen to make the show in the 'live demo room' on the Hammond booth for this 'world exclusive product launch'

Will will be located @ Booth C30 in Halle 5 .0

Make sure you follow the BLOG for more news as it happens live from the MUSIKMESSE next week
Follow us on TWITTER for the Latest News Follow HammondOrganUK on Twitter



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At Hammond, there have been many new product launches through the remarkable history of this iconic brand.

From Laurens Hammond’s original ground breaking engineering developments, right up to the present, where Suzuki continue to invest in technological advances that enables the Hammond brand to move forward into the future of music making.

The new Hammond SK series, debuting at the 2011 Frankfurt Music Fair, illustrates the dedication of a company that truly understands and believes in its future.

These two new instruments represent all that has been asked for by keyboard performers, from all genres of music, over the last few years and brings to the market Hammond products that have evolved laterally but still maintain their essential core sound and performance characteristics.

There is no doubt that these new instruments mark the beginning of yet another chapter in the continuing Hammond story and we all are extremely excited by their inclusion into the range.

We will be bringing the new SK instruments to the UK in the very near future




Thursday, 10 March 2011

EX DEMO STOCK CLEARANCE SALE

massive clear out of our demo stock .. save £'s

NewB-3P
XK- Pro System
XK-1
XLK-3 lower manual
XK-3c
XM-2
XPK Bass Pedals -
Leslie 3300 and Leslie 2101 mk2 + many more items


more details here







Saturday, 29 January 2011

See us in Kent 5th and 6th Feb 2011

Kent Keyboard Show
5th and 6th Feb 2011 - see us there .....


We are once again going to attend one of our favourite shows details here: http://www.musicland.co.uk/musicfair/
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If you get chance to visit us at the Kent International Keyboard Show it would be great to see you.
This year I am going to try and do lots of Q&A sessions as well as the normal hands on and demo stuff.
Ever wanted to know how to tweak the sounds of your XK beyond recognition ?

Sessions on recording Hammond into existing songs / mixes and using the mighty Hammond with computers and arranger keyboards


If you have ever wanted to own. learn to play or are just interested in Hammond Organs, this is the show you should really attend.

UK product specialist and Hammond Artiste Malc Deakin will be on hand along with Hammond Organ UK Managing Director Barrie Freeman to answer all you questions and show you around the incredible New Generation Hammond Organ and Leslie Speaker range

Also at this show there will be a once in a lifetime chance to own a limited edition HAMMOND M44 at an incredible low price

click here for a more detailed schedule of sessions and other things happening at this show

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Venue Details below
The show runs from 10am to 5pm Sat and Sun
FREE ADMISSION - FREE PARKING - FREE PRIZE DRAW
Holiday Inn
Southwold Rd, Bexley DA5 1ND
0871 942 9006

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Friday, 24 December 2010

New B-3 and 122 installed in one of the Finest Studios around

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B-3 Ultimo and Leslie 122 installed in one of the Premier Studios in Europe

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This is an amazing place and hope to bring you an in depth report soon. Cheers Malc


Full story coming in Jan 2011










Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all ..

News and Articles coming up in Jan 2011

See Us At The Kent International Keyboard Show
Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th Feb 2011
full details here:http://www.musicland.co.uk/musicfair/

B-3 Ultimo and Leslie 122 installed in one of the Premier Studios in Europe This is an amazing place and hope to bring you an in depth report soon. Cheers Malc Full story coming in Jan 2011

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Paul Carrack uses the Hammond H44 Melodion and Hammond XK-3c .. full story coming soon


Subscribe to our RSS Feed or Newsletter to get all the news and information as soon as it is released


Read the Christmas 2010 BLOG from Barrie Freeman
click here

Thursday, 21 October 2010

DUBLIN MUSIC SHOW OCT 2010 Report and Short Movie ..

There was such a 'vibe' about this show (-:
As we had never exhibited in Ireland before we just did not know what to expect ?

Great venue .. great people . and lots & lots of interest in the HAMMOND range.

For the first time ever
I did NOT use a Leslie with the New B-3 !!
One of the new features of the B-3 mk2 is that it has a awesome Leslie simulator on board so I decided to use this show as an experiment to see how it would cope in a live situation.


The was result .... FANTASTIC ... No one could believe what they heard


A big thanks must go to John Hornby Skewes and HK AUDIO for supplying me with the incredible HK L.U.C.A.S MAX PA which I used for this show.

As some of you already will know I have used HK AUDIO PA and monitors on many shows around Europe over the past few years and in my opinion it ROCKS !! Check out the short movie below to hear the results and some information about their new ELEMENTS range.


I met all types of musicians at the show .. some pro players, lots of studio and production folk, and home players who were very excited to see the Hammond back in the spotlight.
One thing was common amongst all our visitors though .. and that was the shear amazement at how good the new generation Hammond Equipment is.


I really enjoyed this trip and had a great time .. not to mention one of our customers taking the New B-3 home with him straight from the show !!!


Thanks DUBLIN .. We'll Be Back ..,.
Cheers .. Malc


Tuesday, 28 September 2010

Malc Deakin Talks to Jon Lord

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Rock Legend Jon Lord has been featured several times on our site over the past months.
Jon has his own New Generation B-3p portable and Leslie 3300.

In an interview shot at his studio this summer, Malc talks to Jon about his career, his music and his growing affection for his new B-3.

Friday, 24 September 2010

UK On Line Accessory Shop HAMMOND PLAYER

The Hammond Organ UK Accessory Shop is now back on line
follow the link at the top of the page.

A few weeks ago, Malc Deakin shot hours of video covering all aspects of the whole of the current Hammond Organ Range of Instruments

Visit Hammond Player
http://www.hammondplayer.com and check it out.


More soon .........

Thursday, 9 September 2010

SEE US IN DUBLIN SAT 2nd and SUN 3rd October 2010

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Meet up with Barrie Freeman and Malc Deakin from Hammond Organ UK and try & learn all about the very latest range of Hammond Organs
We will be showing the Mighty new B-3 mk2 Hammond XK-3c Hammond XK-1 Hammond XM-2
+ the range of Hammond's Innovative H series Electro / Acoustic Melodions


for details of the venue and tickets click here
download the newsletter sheet click here

LIVE SESSIONS WITH MALC DEAKIN
FREE HAMMOND PLAYER CLINICS
HANDS ON SESSIONS

SEE AND TRY THE .......
NEW B-3mk2 - XK-3C - XK-1 - XM-2 MIDI MODULE
HAMMOND H SERIES ELECTRIC MELODIONS

THERE WILL BE LOTS HAPPENING ON THE STAND INCLUDING LIVE MUSIC AND PLAYER CLINICS
SEE US AT BOOTH NUMBER F2E

Hope you can make it .. Barrie & Malc

Friday, 28 May 2010

Thanks to all that attended the Leeds Show

Thank you to everyone that came to see us at the Leeds 'Hammond Sessions' Show.

We had a great time and really enjoyed meeting new friends and fellow Hammond Lovers.

Special thanks to Alison and Paul plus the rest of the Production Room team for organising this event and making it all run smoothly with excellent hospitality.

Cheers ... Barrie and Malc

Wednesday, 26 May 2010

Leeds Show and Jon Lord

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Just a quick reminder that you can see us + Malc and the trio in Leeds Thursday 27/05/10
Click here for details
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We have just returned back from visiting Jon Lord at his studio.
What a very nice chap he is not to mention a Hammond Playing Legend.
Be sure to keep an eye on the
Hammond Organ UK site for 'video podcast' featuring Jon and the New B-3p and 3300 Leslie
Keep Up To Date
We rely heavily on the
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For 
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Hope to see you in Leeds
Kind regards
Hammond Organ UK

Monday, 24 May 2010

Hammond Rock Legend Jon Lord

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As you may have read on previous postings, Jon Lord used the New B-3 on a gig during his Russian Tour last year.


He was suitably impressed and now Jon has had his own New B-3p and 3300 Leslie for a couple of months now

Tomorrow we are going to visit him at his home studio to find out how he is getting along with his new Hammond, what he is up to at the moment & future plans and interview him for a Hammond UK PodCast

More soon

Cheers
Malc












Sunday, 23 May 2010

Jon Lord and Rick Wakeman at the KEYBOARDTECH 'HAMMOND LAB'

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After months of preparation, the infamous Jon Lord and Rick Wakeman hosted an informative, fun and lively Q&A event at Tech Music Schools (TMS) last Wednesday 28th April. The evening went down a storm as the room packed full of students, fans and even a few TMS tutors, listened intently to the stories of the Deep Purple and Yes years

Read the full story here

http://www.keyboard-tech.co.uk/NewsLordWakemanMasterclass1.html



Pictured left to right ...
Jon Lord - Barrie Freeman - Rick Wakeman

in the KEYBOARDTECH Hammond Lab.