Hammond B-3 mk2

The Hammond B-3mk2 is the definitive modern revival of the legendary B-3, offering the full spirit and soul of the original in a more refined, accessible, and digitally advanced package. Every control, nuance, and physical detail has been meticulously recreated-from the waterfall keys and drawbars to the dual start/run switches-ensuring that any seasoned organist will feel instantly at home. Though you won't catch the scent of oil or hear the hum of a tonewheel generator, the touch, tone, and musical response remain utterly authentic, honoring the legacy while bringing the B-3 into the 21st century.

Under the hood, the B-3mk2 is powered by Hammond's advanced digital tone technology, capturing the true character of the original with precise control and enhanced customization. Hidden beneath the right side of the key-desk lies a drawer where players can dive deeper into personalizing their sound, adjusting everything from tonewheel behavior to chorus-vibrato settings. Light enough to transport without a moving crew but heavy on heritage, the B-3mk2 proves that Hammond can-and does-still build them like they used to, only better.

• True-to-Original Design: Faithfully replicates every detail of the classic B-3 in sound, feel, and layout.

• Authentic Playability: Keyboards, drawbars, pedals, presets, and swell pedal match the classic B-3 behavior exactly.

• VASE III Digital Tone Engine: Delivers the full, warm tone of the original B-3 using advanced digital modeling.

• Classic Controls Preserved: Includes traditional dual "start/run" switches and familiar front panel layout.

• Customizable Sound Engine: Hidden drawer allows deep editing to personalize tone and performance.

• No Maintenance Required: Digital components mean no oiling, no startup time, and less weight to move.

• Lighter and More Portable: Offers the same presence without the massive bulk of vintage models.

• Made for Every Style: Perfect for Gospel, Jazz, Rock, Blues, Soul, Country, and more.

• Modern Reliability, Vintage Soul: Combines Hammond tradition with 21st-century stability and precision.

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

• Model: B 3 mk2

• Purpose: Digital recreation of the original Hammond B 3 tonewheel organ

• Audience: Designed for all genres including gospel, jazz, rock, blues, soul, country

• Design Intent: Authentic replica in sound, feel, and layout of the original B 3

SOUND ENGINE AND FEATURES:

• Sound Engine: VASE III digital tonewheel modeling

• Controls: Dual "start" and "run" switches, drawbars, presets, swell pedal

• Keyboard Layout: Dual 61 note waterfall keyboards

• Pedalboard: 25 note

• Presets: Reverse color key presets

• Additional Controls: Full suite of traditional B 3 control layout

CUSTOMIZABILITY:

• User Interface: Hidden drawer for advanced configuration

• Personalization: Digital parameter adjustment for player specific voicing and settings

AUDIO AND EFFECTS:

• Leslie: Compatible with Digital Leslie and external Leslie speaker cabinets

• Effects: Chorus vibrato and touch response percussion

CONSTRUCTION AND PORTABILITY:

• Visual Design: Matches classic B 3 aesthetics

• Portability: Significantly lighter than original tonewheel units

• Build: Traditional look with modern lightweight and durable materials