Hammond SKX User manual

Model: Skx

STAGE KEYBOARD

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Hammond SKX Stage Keyboard.

The Hammond SKX features authentic Hammond Organ Sound along with high-quality keyboard and orchestral voices to make it the perfect instrument for all musical occasions.

Please take the time to read this Manual completely in order to full advantage of the many features of your SKX, and please retain it for future reference.

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Owner’s Manual

2	IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before using this unit, please read the following Safety instructions, and adhere to them.

Keep this manual close by for easy reference.

In this manual, the degrees of danger are classified and explained as follows:

	WARNING	T ishsign shows there is a risk of death or severe injury if this unit is not properly used
		as instructed.
	CAUTION	T ishsign shows there is a risk of injury or material damage if this unit is not properly
		used as instructed.
		*Material damage here means a damage to the room, furniture or animals or pets.
		WARNING

Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor.

Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts in it. Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Hammond Dealer, or an authorized Hammond distributor, as listed on the “Service” page.

Never use or store the unit in places that are:

Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat generating equipment)

Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors)

Humid

Exposed to rain

Dusty

Subject to high levels of vibration.

Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. And, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s case. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, or place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a extended periods of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult a physician.

Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Hammond Dealer, or an authorized Hammond distributor, as listed on the “Service” page when:

T ehAC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or

If smoke or unusual odor occurs

Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or

T ehunit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or

T ehunit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords - the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Hammond Dealer, or an authorized Hammond distributor, as listed on the “Service” page.

Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

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CAUTION

The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their

proper ventilation.

Always handle the AC adaptor by the plug when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so

they are out of the reach of children.

FOR UNITED KINGDOM:

FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY

This appliance is supplied with a molded 3-pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.

The plug contains a 13 amp fuse.

Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BSI1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be obtained from your local Hammond Dealer.

If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse should be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safely.

There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut-off plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.

To replace the fuse, open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse and fuse cover.

Never climb on top of or place heavy objects on the unit.

Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet

hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet of this unit.

Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet.

Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

In the unlikely event that you need to dispose of this unit, be sure to contact your dealer or your nearest town or municipal office for its proper disposal.

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4	IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ

Power Supply

Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or light dimming system).

T he AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/ or damage to speakers or other devices.

Placement

Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit, or move it farther away from the source of interference.

T his device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.

Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Also, do not allow lighting devices that normally are used while their light source is very close to the unit (such as a piano light), or powerful spotlights to shine upon the same area of the unit for extended periods of time. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.

Do not allow rubber, vinyl, or similar materials to remain on the unit for long periods of time. Such objects can discolor or otherwise harmfully affect the finish.

Do not paste stickers, decals, or the like on the SKX. Peeling such matter off the SKX may damage the exterior finish.

Maintenance

Additional Precautions

Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of losing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory in another MIDI device (to another storage medium (such as a USB Flash Drive or an external hard drive).

Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data once it has been lost. Hammond assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls, and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself - never pull on the cable. This will avoid causing short circuits, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit's volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night).

When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

Disclaimer

All trademarks and brand names mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners and not in any way affiliated or associated with Hammond Suzuki. The trademarks are only mentioned for explanation purposes.

To clean the unit, use a dry, soft cloth; or one that is slightly dampened.

To remove stubborn dirt off plastic parts, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. Try to wipe the entire surface using an equal amount of strength, moving the cloth along with the grain of the wood. Rubbing too hard in the same area can damage the finish.

Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

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INTRODUCTION

Introduction

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Table Of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................	2
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ.................................................................	4
INTRODUCTION ........................	5
MAIN FEATURES .......................................................................................	9
NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ...................................................................	10
TOP PANEL......................................................................................................	10
REAR PANEL ...................................................................................................	13
KEYBOARD......................................................................................................	14
ACCESSORIES.................................................................................................	14

MULTI-EFFECTS ....................................................................................................	29
ALLOCATING THE EXTRA VOICES............................................................	30
SELECT AN INSTRUMENT ..........................................................................	30
ADJUST THE VOLUME BALANCE.............................................................	30
Column: To select the other group (e.g.“Wind”).......................................	30
ADD EFFECTS TO THE EXTRA VOICE SECTION...................................	31
MULTI-EFFECTS ....................................................................................................	31
ADD REVERB TO BOTH SECTIONS ..........................................................	31
REVERB ....................................................................................................................	31
WHAT IS A “PART”?.......................................................................................	32
MANUAL BASS ..............................................................................................	32
LOWER TO PEDAL.........................................................................................	33
PEDAL SUSTAIN ............................................................................................	33
RECORD THE PATCH TO MEMORY ..........................................................	34
Example: RECORD TO U032 .............................................................................	34

HOOK-UP .................................	15
BASIC HOOK-UP .....................................................................................	16
CONNECTING THE LESLIE SPEAKER ................................................	17
BASIC CONNECTION ...................................................................................	17
USING 3 CHANNEL TYPE (SUCH AS 2101/mk2) ........................................	17
USING SINGLE CHANNEL TYPE (SUCH AS 122XB, 3300/W)..................	17
MIDI CONTROL OF THE LESLIE SPEAKER .............................................	17
EXPAND THE KEYBOARD.....................................................................	18
PEDALBOARD (13 OR 20 KEYS) ...............................................................	18
PEDALBOARD (25 KEYS) ............................................................................	19
GETTING READY TO PLAY.......	21
SWITCH ON ..............................................................................................	22
HOW TO POWER ON ...................................................................................	22
BACK UP ..........................................................................................................	22
AUTO POWER OFF .......................................................................................	22
RESET TO THE FACTORY SETTINGS ........................................................	22
PLAY WITH THE PATCHES ....................................................................	23
“USER” AND “PRESET”.................................................................................	23
HOW TO CALL A PATCH..............................................................................	23
Example: Select U041. .......................................................................................	23
REGISTER FAVORITE PATCHES (FAVORITES) ..................................	24
Register PATCHES to FAVORITES.............................................................	24
Ex. Register U041 to “3-2”..................................................................................	24
How to recall FAVORITES...........................................................................	24
Ex. Call the “3-2”....................................................................................................	24
BANK and NUMBER.....................................................................................	24
Column: RECORD FAVORITES LIKE PRESET BUTTONS.....................	25
USE THE FOOT CONTROLLERS ..........................................................	26
EXPRESSION PEDAL ....................................................................................	26
FOOT SWITCH................................................................................................	26
DAMPER PEDAL............................................................................................	26
TRY CREATING YOUR OWN SOUND.................................................	27
SELECT [MANUAL] .......................................................................................	27
Column: INITIALIZE THE INTERNAL SETTINGS [MANUAL].............	27
SWITCH THE ORGAN SECTION ON.........................................................	28
PULL OUT DRAWBARS................................................................................	28
ADD THE TOUCH-RESPONSE PERCUSSION.........................................	28
ADD EFFECTS TO THE ORGAN SECTION ..............................................	29
VIBRATO & CHORUS............................................................................................	29
LESLIE.......................................................................................................................	29
OVERDRIVE ............................................................................................................	29

SETTING UP .............................	35
SOUND ENGINE STRUCTURE.............................................................	36
ORGAN SECTION..........................................................................................	37
EXTRA VOICE SECTION...............................................................................	37
MASTER EQUALIZER....................................................................................	37
ORGAN SECTION....................................................................................	38
ORGAN TYPE..................................................................................................	38
TONE-WHEELS (BType1, BType2, Mellow) ..................................................	38
TRANSISTOR (Vx, Farf) .......................................................................................	38
PIPE...........................................................................................................................	38
Column: SELECTING THE ORGAN TYPES..............................................	39
Example: Switching the Organ Type to “Pipe”...........................................	39
HARMONIC DRAWBARS™ ...................................................................	40
DRAWBARS (ON TONE-WHEEL: BType1, BType2, Mellow).............	40
DRAWBARS FOR THE UPPER AND LOWER PARTS.............................	41
DRAWBARS TO USE ON THE PEDAL.......................................................	41
DRAWBAR REGISTRATION PATTERNS....................................................	42
MODERN DRAWBAR REGISTRATIONS...................................................	43
DRAWBARS (Vx)............................................................................................	44
DRAWBARS (Farf).........................................................................................	45
DRAWBARS (PIPE) ........................................................................................	46
OPERATING ORGAN SECTION ...........................................................	47
ON / OFF AND VOLUME CONTROL ........................................................	47
MATCH THE REGISTRATION TO DRAWBARS........................................	47
PERCUSSION............................................................................................	48
1´ DRAWBAR CANCEL ........................................................................................	48
VIBRATO & CHORUS..............................................................................	49
TO SELECT THE VIBRATO & CHORUS MODE...............................................	49
OVERDRIVE...............................................................................................	50
LESLIE.........................................................................................................	51
MULTI-EFFECTS, REVERB .....................................................................	52
PEDAL SUSTAIN, COUPLER.................................................................	53
OCTAVE SHIFT.........................................................................................	54
TRANSPOSE .............................................................................................	55
EXTRA VOICE SECTION ........................................................................	56
ALLOCATE .......................................................................................................	56
BUILT IN SOUNDS AND LIBRARY.............................................................	56
MULTI-EFFECTS, REVERB .....................................................................	57
PATCH.........................................................................................................	58
“USER” AND “PRESET”.................................................................................	58
NAME THE PATCH.........................................................................................	59

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RECORD TO THE PATCH..............................................................................	60
Example: RECORD TO “U032”...........................................................................	60
USING THE CONTROL PANEL..61
WHAT YOU CAN DO ON THE CONTROL PANEL...........................	62
PLAY MODE..............................................................................................	63
HOW TO READ THE DISPLAY ....................................................................	63
OPERATION IN THIS MODE .......................................................................	63
MENU MODE ...........................................................................................	64
HOW TO READ THE DISPLAY ....................................................................	64
OPERATION IN THIS MODE .......................................................................	64
MENU AND THE CONTENTS .....................................................................	65
FUNCTION MODE..................................................................................	66
HOW TO READ THE DISPLAY ....................................................................	66
OPERATION IN THIS MODE .......................................................................	66
PARAMETER OPERATION EXAMPLE:......................................................	67
SHORT CUT TO FUNCTION MODE ...................................................	69
OPERATION EXAMPLE: ...............................................................................	69
REGISTER THE PAGES YOU FREQUENTLY USE..............................	69
OPERATION EXAMPLE: ...............................................................................	69
DISPLAY LOCK MODE...........................................................................	70
SETTING THE PARAMETERS ...	71
DRAWBAR.................................................................................................	72
SETTING FOR MANUAL (LOWER & UPPER) DRAWBARS ....................	72
SETTING THE PEDAL PART ...........................................................................	73
PATCH.........................................................................................................	74
PATCH NAME ....................................................................................................	74
PATCH LOAD .....................................................................................................	74
FAVORITES.........................................................................................................	74
EXVOICE (Extra Voices) ........................................................................	75
CONTROL..................................................................................................	76
FOOT SWITCH...................................................................................................	76
EXPRESSION......................................................................................................	77
GLIDE...................................................................................................................	78
DAMPER .............................................................................................................	78
ASSIGN................................................................................................................	78
DISPLAY..............................................................................................................	79
KEYBOARD ........................................................................................................	79
PART.....................................................................................................................	79
PERCUSS (Percussion)..........................................................................	80
VIB&CHO (Vibrato & Chorus).............................................................	81
LESLIE.........................................................................................................	82
CABINET NUMBER ..........................................................................................	82
LESLIE PARAMETERS......................................................................................	82
EXTERNAL LESLIE SPEAKER.........................................................................	84
RECORD THE CABINET................................................................................	84
CUST. TW (Custom Tone-Wheels) ....................................................	85
Record the CUSTOM virtual Tone Wheels ...........................................	87
PIPE.............................................................................................................	88
OD / EFF (Overdrive / Effects)............................................................	90
ORGAN SECTION EFFECTS...................................................................	90
OVERDRIVE ............................................................................................................	90
MULTI-EFFECTS ....................................................................................................	91
EFFECTS FOR THE EXTRA VOICE SECTION......................................	97
OVERDRIVE ............................................................................................................	97

MULTI-EFFECTS ....................................................................................................	97
EQUALIZ (Equalizer)..............................................................................	98
ORGAN SECTION.............................................................................................	98
ORGAN SECTION, EXTRA VOICE SECTION, MASTER...........................	98
REVERB ......................................................................................................	99
TUNE .......................................................................................................	100
MASTER TUNE ...............................................................................................	100
DEFAULT.................................................................................................	101
SYSTEM...................................................................................................	102
MIDI .......................................	103
ABOUT MIDI..........................................................................................	104
WHAT IS “MIDI”? ........................................................................................	104
MIDI JACKS ON THE SKX.........................................................................	104
WHAT THE MIDI CAN DO ON THE SKX...............................................	104
WHAT IS A “MIDI TEMPLATE?” ...............................................................	104
MIDI CHANNEL...........................................................................................	105
MAIN MIDI MESSAGE...............................................................................	105
CHANNEL MESSAGE ........................................................................................	105
SYSTEM MESSAGE............................................................................................	105
MIDI STRUCTURE ................................................................................	106
KEYBOARD CHANNELS ..............................................................................	107
EXTERNAL ZONE CHANNELS...................................................................	107
EXPANDED KEYBOARDS............................................................................	107
USING AN EXTERNAL SEQUENCER...............................................	108
Recording a performance to an external sequencer......................	108
Sequencer playback ...................................................................................	108
USING A MIDI SOUND MODULE....................................................	109
ZONES.....................................................................................................	110
WHAT IS DISPLAYED ON THE UPPER LEFT?.........................................	110
INTERNAL ZONE...........................................................................................	110
EXTERNAL ZONE ..........................................................................................	110
PANIC FUNCTION AND PARAMETER RE-LOAD.......................................	111
MIDI .........................................................................................................	112
MIDI TEMPLATE.............................................................................................	112
MASTER ...........................................................................................................	112
KEYBOARD CHANNELS ..............................................................................	113
SAVE THE SETUP ...................	115
SAVE YOUR SETUP ..............................................................................	116
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THE USB FLASH DRIVE.........................	116
ABOUT USB FLASH DRIVE ......................................................................	116
USABLE USB FLASH DRIVE ............................................................................	116
USB FLASH DRIVE CONNECTOR ..................................................................	116
FOLDER STRUCTURE .......................................................................................	116
INITIALIZE THE USB FLASH DRIVE.................................................	117
WORKING WITH SETUPS ..................................................................	118
HOW TO READ THE DISPLAY .................................................................	118
SAVING THE SETUP...................................................................................	118
CHANGING THE SETUP NAME ..............................................................	119
LOADING THE SETUP ...............................................................................	120
DELETING THE SETUP..............................................................................	120
WORKING WITH PATCHES................................................................	121
HOW TO READ THE DISPLAY .................................................................	121
SAVING THE PATCH...................................................................................	121
LOADING A PATCH....................................................................................	122
DELETING THE PATCH..............................................................................	122

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WORKING WITH CUSTOM TONE WHEEL.....................................	123
HOW TO READ THE DISPLAY .................................................................	123
SAVE THE CUSTOM TONE WHEEL FILE...............................................	123
LOADING A CUSTOM TONE WHEEL....................................................	124
DELETING A CUSTOM TONE WHEEL...................................................	124

MUSIC PLAYER ......................	125
BEFORE PLAYING BACK ....................................................................	126
FILE TYPE AND PLACING FOLDER .......................................................	126
HOW TO READ THE DISPLAY .................................................................	126
WORKING WITH THE MUSIC PLAYER............................................	127
MUSIC PLAYER MODES ...........................................................................	128

VOICE LIBRARY .....................	129
WHAT IS VOICE LIBRARY?.................................................................	130
FILE TYPE AND THE PLACING FOLDER...............................................	130
VOICE LIBRARY AND SETUPS................................................................	130
WORKING WITH VOICE LIBRARY....................................................	131
LOADING THE VOICE LIBRARY ..............................................................	131
DELETE A VOICE LIBRARY.......................................................................	132
CLEAR ALL VOICE LIBRARIES.................................................................	132

Troubleshooting ...................	133
TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................	134
APPENDIX..............................	135
EXTRA VOICE INSTRUMENT LIST ...................................................	136
PRESET PATCH LIST.............................................................................	138
MIDI TEMPLATES.................................................................................	139
MIDI TEMPLATES .......................................................................................	139
MIDI INFORMATION...........................................................................	140
MIDI Implementation..............................................................................	140
Channel Voice Message ................................................................................	140
Channel Mode Message ................................................................................	140
Drawbar Data List 1..................................................................................	141
Control Number................................................................................................	141
Drawbar Data List 2..................................................................................	141
System Exclusive Message.....................................................................	142
Mode Setting Exclusive Message ...............................................................	142
NRPN Switch ......................................................................................................	142
Data Set (Rx. only) ............................................................................................	142
Identity Request (Rx. only)............................................................................	142
Identity Reply (Tx. only) .................................................................................	142
Global Parameters ....................................................................................	143
Patch Parameters ......................................................................................	144
Leslie Parameters ......................................................................................	148
System Parameters...................................................................................	148
Tone Wheel Parameters..........................................................................	148
Pipe Parameters.........................................................................................	148
CUSTOM TONE-WHEELS LIST .........................................................	149
MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART.....................................................	150
MIDI CHANNELS AND MESSAGES.................................................	151
SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................	152
SERVICE ..................................................................................................	155

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MAIN FEATURES	9

AUTHENTIC HAMMOND DRAWBAR ORGAN

The SKX is first and foremost a genuine Hammond Organ with “Virtual Tone Wheels” to provide the classic Hammond sound. Also available are the tones of vintage “combo” organs, and a variety of pipe organ ranks to provide church and classical organ voices.

EXTRA VOICE SECTION

The EXTRA VOICE section provides high quality Acoustic and Electric Pianos, as well as other Keyboard and Orchestral voices. Additional Voice Libraries can be downloaded and installed using a USB Flash Drive.

The Organ and Extra Voice can be used together, and their outputs can be individually accessed, using the Leslie Speaker for the Organ section, and the LINE OUT jack(s) for the Extra Voice section.

DIGITAL LESLIE/VIBRATO

A digital and programmable Leslie is available for the Drawbar voices, as well as the traditional “Vibrato/Chorus” as used on the legendary B-3/C-3. The Vibrato/Chorus may be selected for the Upper and Lower parts, independently.

A WIDE VARIETY OF EFFECTS

Digital Multi-effects are available for the Organ and Extra Voice sections independently. A Master Equalizer allows you to tailor the total tonal response of the SKX.

MUSIC PLAYER

The SKX is equipped to play MP3/WAV type audio files. This makes it very convenient for accompanying solo performances or practicing.

MIDI MASTER KEYBOARD

External Zones are available to enable the SKX to be used as a master keyboard.

PATCHES AND FAVORITES

In addition to the 100 available user-defined Patches, 10×10 “Favorite” quick-call Patches are available for on-stage ease.

BUILT-IN USB PORT

This allows you to use a USB Flash Drive to save Patches, Setups, etc. as well as to use the built-in Music Player, install additional Voice Libraries and update the system software of the instrument.

LESLIE SOCKET

An 11-pin Leslie receptacle is provided which allows you to use the SKX with a Leslie Speaker having an 11-pin interface.

SMALL AND LIGHT WEIGHT

The SKX is small and light weight, making transport and setup easy.

Introduction

10	NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

TOP PANEL
	1
3
	6

4

0

7

	1	2	5 8	9

	0
	3	4	5	2

6

 UPPER LEFT		 CONTROL PANEL
MASTER VOLUME knob		1	PLAY button
Allows you to control the volume of the entire instrument. (P. 22)			Allows you to return to the Play, or basic mode. (P. 63)
CONTROL button		2	MENU/EXIT button

Allows you to access a feature from the CONTROL Function mode. (P. 76)

Allows you to access Menu mode in the display and return to the Menu mode from other Function modes. (P. 64)

DRAWBAR button

3 VALUE knob

Allows you to access the DRAWBAR Function mode to set the Organ Type etc. (P. 39)

 KEYBOARD CONTROL

PEDAL SUSTAIN button

Allows you to add a smooth decay to the PEDAL tones similar to a string bass. (P. 33)

MANUAL BASS button

Allows you to play the PEDAL tones from the LOWER keyboard. (P. 32)

LOWER to PEDAL button

Allows you to play the tones from the LOWER part from a connected MIDI Pedalboard. (P. 33)

TRANSPOSE button

Allows you to shift the musical key of the entire instrument. (P. 55)

OCTAVE DOWN button

OCTAVE UP button

These two buttons allow you to move the pitch of the UPPER part “UP” or “DOWN” by one octave. (P. 54)

0OCTAVE LOWER button

Allows you to move the pitch of the LOWER part “UP” or “DOWN” by octaves when used in conjunction with the OCTAVE DOWN/UP buttons. (P. 54)

Allows you to increases/decrease Patch numbers while performing or adjusts values during editing.

4DIRECTION buttons

Allows you to move the cursor in the display or locate other pages.

5ENTER button

Allows you to confirm the current entry or procedure when editing sounds or features.

6 DISPLAY

 FAVORITES

7RECORD button

Allows you to record user-definable features such as Patches, Favorites, etc. (P. 34)

8MANUAL/BANK button

Allows you to override the current Patch setting in favor of the current Panel settings. (P. 27)

Also, allows you to selects Favorite Banks by pressing this button with one of the numbered FAVORITE buttons. (P. 24)

9NUMBER buttons

Allows you to recall Patches you frequently use quickly. (P. 24)

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MIX

BALANCE

EXV1 EXV2

9 0 1 2

7

8

 ORGAN SECTION	 PERCUSSION
0 UPPER ON, LOWER ON buttons	9 ON button

Allows you to “sound” or “mute” each part of the Organ section.

Allows you to add the Percussion effect to the UPPER part. (P. 48)

1 ORGAN VOLUME knob

0 SOFT button

Allows you to controls the volume of the entire Organ section. (P. 47)

 VIBRATO & CHORUS

2UPPER, LOWER buttons

Allows you to select which part receives the Vibrato & Chorus Effect. (P. 49)

 LESLIE

3BYPASS button

Allows you to direct the sounds produced by the Organ section from the Rotary channel to the Stationary channel. (P. 51)

4STOP button

Allows you to stop the Leslie Rotors from turning when the [FAST] button is “OFF”. (P. 51)

5 FAST button

Allows you to select “NORMAL” or “SOFT” Percussion volume. (P. 48)

1FAST button

Allows you to select “SLOW” or “FAST” Percussion decay time. (P. 48)

2THIRD button

Allows you to select “SECOND” (4´) or “THIRD” (2 ⅔´) Percussion harmonic. (P. 48)

Toggles the modes of the Rotors FAST or not. When the light is ON, it is FAST. (P. 51)

DRAWBARS

These are for adjusting the basic harmonics of the Organ section. The function of each drawbar is different depending on the type of Organ (Tone Wheel/Transistor/Pipe). (P. 40)

6UPPER Drawbars

Allows you to adjust the UPPER part.

7PEDAL Drawbars

Allows you to adjust the PEDAL part.

8LOWER Drawbars

Allows you to adjust the LOWER part.

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3	4	5	2	4
		MIX	1	3
		6BALANCE
		EXV1 EXV2	8	0
			7	9

 EXTRA VOICES

3ALLOCATE UPPER, LOWER button

Allows you to assign the Extra Voice sections to either the UPPER, and LOWER parts. (P. 56)

4VOICE GROUP buttons

Allows you to select the Voice Group of the Extra Voice sections. (P. 30)

5VOLUME knob

Allows you to adjust the entire volume of the Extra Voice sections. (P. 30)

6 BALANCE knob

2EXTRA VOICE EFFECT AMOUNT knob

Allows you to adjust the amount of the selected Extra Voice Multi-Effects. (P. 57)

 EFFECTS FOR ALL PARTS

3REVERB ON button

Allows you to turn the Reverb effect “ON” or “OFF”. (P. 52)

4REVERB DEPTH knob

Allows you to adjust the depth of the Reverb. (P. 52)

Allows you to adjust the balance between Extra Voice sections 1 and 2. (P. 30)

 EFFECTS FOR THE ORGAN SECTION

7DRAWBARS OVERDRIVE ON button

Allows you to turn the Organ Overdrive effect “ON” or “OFF”. (P. 50)

8DRAWBARS OVERDRIVE AMOUNT knob

Allows you to adjust the amount of the Organ Overdrive effect. (P. 50)

9DRAWBARS EFFECT ON button

Allows you to turn the selected Organ Multi-Effect “ON” or “OFF”. (P. 52)

0DRAWBARS EFFECT AMOUNT knob

Allows you to adjust the amount of the Organ Multi-Effects. (P. 52)

 EFFECTS FOR THE EXTRA VOICE SECTION

1EXTRA VOICE EFFECT ON button

Allows you to turn the selected Extra Voice Multi-Effect “ON” or “OFF”. (P. 57)

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REAR PANEL

11 PIN

2

1 0

 POWER

DC IN jack

Connect the AC adaptor AD3-1250-2P to this jack.

Use with strain relief to avoid accidentally disconnecting the power during performance. (P. 16)

POWER switch

Turns the power to the SKX “ON” or “OFF.” (P. 22)

 AUDIO OUTPUT TERMINALS

PHONES jack

Connect a set of stereo headphones to this jack.

NOTE: Connecting Headphones does NOT mute the LINE OUT or LESLIE audio outputs.

LINE OUT L/MONO jack

LINE OUT R jack

Use these jacks to connect an external audio equipment.

If the connected mixer or monitor speaker is stereophonic, connect both L and R. If monaural, connect only to the L/ MONOjack(P.16)andsettheAudioModeat“MONO”(P.102).

LESLIE 11 PIN socket

Connect a Leslie Speaker equipped with an 11-pin interface here.

When the connection of a physical Leslie Speaker is detected, the on-board digital Leslie Simulator is disabled at the PHONES jack and the LINE OUT jacks. (P. 17)

FOOT SWITCH jack

Connect the Foot Switch here.

Please see (P. 76) for information about the different functions available for the Foot Switch.

The following Foot Switches / Damper Pedals can be used with SKX:

HAMMOND VFP1, FS-9H

BOSS	FS-5U
YAMAHA	FC4A, FC5

EXP. PEDAL jack

Connect an optional Expression Pedal here.

This allows you to control the volume while playing. (P. 77)

The following Expression/Volume Pedals can be used with the SKX:

HAMMOND EXP-50J, EXP-20, V-20H, V-20R; NORM

KORG	XVP-10, XVP-20; REV
Roland	EV-5; NORM
YAMAHA	FC7; REV

 MIDI TERMINALS

0 MIDI OUT jack

MIDI data is transmitted from this jack. (P. 104)

1 MIDI IN jack

MIDI data is received via this jack.

NOTE: The SKX is factory-programmed to receive incoming MIDI data from a connected MIDI Pedalboard regardless of the current MIDI Channel setting. (P. 104)

 CONTROLLER TERMINALS

DAMPER PEDAL jack

Connect an optional Damper Pedal (optional VFP1 etc.) here.

If you press the connected Damper Pedal while holding down keys, the sound is sustained even after you release the key(s) similar to the damper pedal on an acoustic piano. (P. 78)

 USB TERMINAL

2 USB FLASH DRIVE port

Use this port to connect a USB Flash drive. (P. 116)

NOTE: Use ONLY a Damper Pedal equipped with a Monaural connecting plug. DO NOT use a pedal having a Stereo or “TRScompatible” plug, as it will not function.

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KEYBOARD

MIX

BALANCE

EXV1 EXV2

PLAYER

UPPER keyboard

61 Square-front (“waterfall”-style) keys, velocity sensitive. This is for playing the UPPER part.

LOWER keyboard

61 Square-front (“waterfall”-style) keys, velocity sensitive. This is for playing the LOWER part.

ACCESSORIES

AC adaptor

Supplies power to the SKX.

NOTE: Use only a Hammond-approved AC adaptor AD3-1250-2P, DO NOT substitute another similar-looking AC adaptor.

AC cord set

Plug one end into AC adaptor and the other end into an AC wall outlet.

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HOOK-UP

16	BASIC HOOK-UP

Connect audio cables and accessories as shown below.

The SKX is not self-contained - an external amplifier/speaker system is required in order to hear the sound. However, if you connect a set of stereo headphones to the PHONES jack, you can hear the sound through the headphones even if an external amplifier is not connected.

NOTE: Make sure both the instrument and amplifier are “OFF” before connecting amplifiers or headphones.

11 PIN

AC adaptor

AD3-1250-2P (included)

Foot Switch

FS-9H (optional)

to AC outlet

Damper Pedal

Expression Pedal VFP1 (optional) Powered Speakers

(optional)

EXP-50J (optional)

The Expression Pedal and Foot Switch parameters must be set properly. For details see [CONTROL]. (P. 76)

Set Audio Mode either stereo or mono connection. (P. 102)

CAUTION

Do not place this unit in direct sun light, near heat sources, or in a hot location.

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CONNECTING THE LESLIE SPEAKER	17

An 11-pin type Leslie speaker can be directly connected to SKX.

NOTE: Switch OFF before connecting the Leslie speaker.

Connecting with single channel type	Connecting with 3 channel type
	11 PIN
	11 PIN

	11-pin Leslie Cable
	11-pin Leslie Cable
Phone Cable	MIDI Cable (Optional)

BASIC CONNECTION

USING 3 CHANNEL TYPE (SUCH AS 2101/mk2)

1.Connect the Leslie Speaker and the Leslie 11-PIN socket on the SKX with the exclusive 11-pin Leslie cable (optional LC-11-7M, not included).

2.Turn on the power, and set the EXT. LESLIE CH parameter at “3”. (P. 84)

LESLIE SPEAKERS TO BE CONNECTED

The SKX is designed to connect with 3 channel Leslie speakers such as 2101/mk2. However, it is also possible to connect 1 channel type Leslie speakers such as 122XB, 3300/W sending the stationary channelstotheLINEOUTjacksindependently.(P.84)

3.Make the setting of Tone Wheel organ.

4.Switch “ON” the [BYPASS] button, set the [STATIONARY VOLUME] of the LESLIE CHANNEL

Leslie Speaker at desired volume.

5.Repeat “ON/OFF” the [BYPASS] button with playing the keyboard, set the [ROTARY VOLUME] of the Leslie Speaker at same volume which you can hear.

USING SINGLE CHANNEL TYPE (SUCH AS 122XB, 3300/W)

1.Connect the Leslie Speaker and the Leslie 11-PIN socket on the SKX with the exclusive 11-pin Leslie cable (optional LC-11-7M, not included).

3 channel type Leslie speakers are equipped with a stereo speaker system, independent of the Rotor, to provide stereo sound for the Extra Voices and direct organ sounds.

A traditional single-channel Leslie speakers, such as a #122 or #147 has no stationary speaker system, thus requiring a separate amplifier/speaker for the Extra Voices or direct organ sounds.

2.Connect the audio equipment such as powered speakers and Line Out of the SKX with audio cable.

3.Turn on the power, and set the EXT. LESLIE CH parameter at “1”. (P. 84)

4.Make the setting of Tone Wheel organ.

5.Switch “ON” the [BYPASS] button, set the audio equipment at desired volume.

6.Repeat “ON/OFF” the [BYPASS] button with playing the keyboard, set the [VOLUME] of the Leslie Speaker at same volume which you can hear.

MIDI CONTROL OF THE LESLIE SPEAKER

To control the parameters of the Leslie Speaker 2101/mk2 (fine adjustment of the Rotor speed or the rise time, etc.):

1.Connect the MIDI OUT of the SKX with the MIDI IN of the Leslie Speaker with a MIDI cable.

2.Set the Keyboard channel - TX UPPER and the Leslie MIDI channel to the same channel. (P. 113)

When the SKX detects that the Leslie Speaker is connected, the Leslie parameters sent through MIDI from the SKX are switched from the SKX original to those for the Leslie Speaker.

Hook-Up

18	EXPAND THE KEYBOARD

The SKX can be upgraded to dual keyboards by connecting an external MIDI Pedalboard.

PEDALBOARD (13 OR 20 KEYS)

11 PIN

				MIDI Pedalboard
	OUT		IN

MOUNTING THE CU-1(optional)

1.Connect the MIDI OUT of the MIDI pedalboard to the MIDI IN of the SKX with a MIDI cable.

2.When using a Leslie Switch CU-1, connect the CU-1 to the FOOT SWITCH jack.

NOTE: This illustration shows only the Pedalboard expansion. See P.16 for the basic hook up of the power

source, audio, etc.

3.Switch ON the power of the SKX and call the MIDI template “Pedal KBD”. (P. 112)

4.When using the CU-1, set the CONTROL - FOOT DEVICE” at “CU-1”. (P. 76)

RECOMMENDED MIDI PEDALBOARDS

The following MIDI pedalboards are recommended for use with SKX:  MIDI sound pedalboard XPK-130G (13 keys)

 MIDI sound pedalboard XPK-200G (20 keys)

 MIDI sound pedalboard XPK-200GL (20 long keys)  XPK-100, -200, -200L also can be used.

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PEDALBOARD (25 KEYS)

11 PIN

MIDI Cable

Stereo Phone Cable LIS-200

Mono Phone Cable

The cables which lined

If using with Leslie Switch CU-1 together, the foot switch on the

XPK-250W can be used as a Damper Pedal. are separately purchased.

AC Adaptor:

AD1-1210 (100-120V region) AD3-1210 (220-240V region) Separately purchased

FOOT SW

EXPRESSION	MIDI PEDALBOARD
MIDI OUT	:2-9
DC IN

1.Hook up as illustrated above.

2.When using a Leslie Switch CU-1, connect the CU-1 to the FOOT SWITCH jack.

NOTE: This illustration shows only the Pedalboard expansion. See P.16 for the basic hook up of

the power source, audio, etc.

3.Switch ON the power of SKX and call the MIDI template “Pedal KBD”. (P. 112)

4.If you are using the CU-1, set the CONTROL - FOOT DEVICE” at “CU-1”. (P. 76)

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GETTING READY

TO PLAY

22	SWITCH ON

HOW TO POWER ON

UPPER	PEDAL	LOWER	V
NUMBER	NAME
	PATCH

After making the necessary connections, follow the procedures below for powering on your SKX. Please be sure to adhere to the procedure, to prevent malfunction or damage.

PROCEDURES

1.Before turning the power ON, confirm the [MASTER VOLUME] knob is set to minimum.

2.Turn the [POWER] (on the rear of SKX) to the “ON”. The Title mode and then the Play mode are displayed (as illustrated).

NOTE: For protecting the circuits, the SKX is designed not to play immediately at the power on (about 6 seconds).

3.Turn the power to the connected amplifier etc. “ON”.

4.Play a bit, raising the [MASTER VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume to your needs.

NOTE: The [MANUAL] button does not sound in the default settings. Pull out the Drawbars or select any of the FAVORITE [1] to [10] buttons to get sound.

5. Adjust the volume of amplifier etc.

NOTE: To turn“OFF” the power, do the above steps in reverse. (Turn“OFF” the amplifier etc. first.)

BACK UP

The SKX “remembers” the unit’s status immediately before the power is turned off, returning the unit to that status upon the next power-on.

The status of the default settings are the same as when the Favorite button [1] is depressed.

AUTO POWER OFF

The SKX has an “AUTO POWER OFF” feature which will automatically turn the power on the SKX “OFF” if no keys or buttons are pressed for 30 minutes.

To enable or disable the AUTO POWER OFF function, see “SYSTEM” P. 102.

NOTE: Depending on the status of SKX, while editing, for example, the power may not turn off, even if the set time of AUTO POWER OFF elapses. So make sure to turn the “POWER” switch OFF manually, after every use.

RESET TO THE FACTORY SETTINGS

To reset all parameters of SKX to its default settings, do the following:

OPERATION PROCEDURES

1.Switch the [POWER] of SKX off.

2.Holding down the [RECORD] button, switch the [POWER] ON.

3.Keep holding down the button until “Loading Default...” is displayed.

4.When the Play mode is displayed, this operation is completed.

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PLAY WITH THE PATCHES	23

There are 100 Patches loaded in memory from the factory, allowing you to immediately start playing. You can also create 100 Patches of your own.

“USER” AND “PRESET”

Patches

“VALUE”

“FAVORITE”

U001

First

buttons

U002

Second

knob

1

2

3 refer

U003

Third

in PLAY mode

U004

Fourth

refer

U005

Fifth

sequential

refer

P098 Mezzo Forte

select

P099 Forte

P100 Fotissimo

MANUAL

exclusive

“P” are not rewritable

Manual

There are two domains: “USER” and “PRESET” in SKX’s Patch memory. You can freely overwrite in the “USER” domain, but you can not do so in the “PRESET” domain as it contains the factory settings.

“USER” and “PRESET” are indicated by “U” and “P” respectively.

HOW TO CALL A PATCH

Example: Select U041.

2

PLAYER1

GO TO THE PLAY MODE

SELECT THE PATCH NUMBER

Select the PLAY button, to enter PLAY mode.

Select the Patch number U041 with the [VALUE] knob. Read the [PRESET PATCH LIST] (P. 138) in the Appendix for the Preset Patch details.

Call various Patches to play. When you call Patches, not only the Drawbar registrations but the effects such as Leslie, reverb , and Extra Voices also change.

NOTE: You can set the types of parameters to call (P. 74 #2 to 10).

NOTE: You can set the FAVORITE buttons to select a Patch with direct key-in (P. 74 #11)

Getting Ready To Play

24	REGISTER FAVORITE PATCHES (FAVORITES)

Patches are selected with the [VALUE] knob. On stage, it is convenient to have your favorite Patches available immediately. Here’s how:

Register PATCHES to FAVORITES

Ex. Register U041 to “3-2”

SELECT THE PATCH

Select the Patch you want to register (in this example, U041) to a favorite button as shown on the previous page.

SELECT THE BANK TO REGISTER

Press

With holding

Press the Favorite button corresponds to “BANK” (in this example, [3]) with holding the [MANUAL/BANK] button.

NOTE: The Favorite button displays the Bank while the [MANUAL/ BANK] button is held down.

NOTE: It is not necessary if you do not change the Bank.

SELECT THE NUMBER TO REGISTER

With holding

Press

Finally, press the desired Favorite button corresponds to “NUMBER” (in this example, [2]), holding down the [RECORD] button.

The display will show “Recording Favorite..” for approximately ½ second, and the selected Favorite button will blinks momentarily. Your Favorite is stored.

How to recall FAVORITES

Ex. Call the “3-2”

SELECT THE BANK

Press

With holding

Press and hold the [MANUAL/BANK] button and select one of the numbered Favorite buttons corresponds to “BANK” (for this example, [3]).

NOTE: The Favorite button displays the Bank while the [MANUAL/ BANK] button is holding.

NOTE: It is not necessary if you do not change the Bank.

SELECT THE NUMBER

Press the Favorite button “NUMBER” (in this example, 2) you wish to recall. The Favorite button lights and the corresponding Patch is called.

BANK and NUMBER

	Number	1	2	3
	Bank
	1	U011 Born Verse	U012 Born Solo	U011 Born Verse
	2	U024 MyLife Pf	U045 Lucy Org	U023 GetBack EP
	3	P061 Classic	P062 Slow	P063 Contemp.

The “BANK” and “NUMBER” are method of managing number of Favorites efficient. They are used to be registered like the above chart according to song or show advance.

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Column: RECORD FAVORITES LIKE PRESET BUTTONS

You can record a Favorite Patch with a procedure similar to the Hammond XB/XK series organs, by holding the [RECORD] button, and pressing the selected favorite button - after doing the following procedure.

LOCATE THE MENU MODE

Press the [MENU/EXIT] button. The Menu mode appears. Repeat-press the menu button until the “A” menu appears (if necessary).

SELECT THE PATCH

Press the [] buttons to select the

PATCH option (it will blink).

ENTER

GO TO THE FAVORITE PAGE

Press the [] button twice. The Favorite page appears.

SET VALUE TO LOCKED1-10

Turn the [VALUE] knob and set the value of the item ACCESS to “LOCKED1-10”.

RETURN TO THE PLAY MODE

	Press the [ENTER] button to select the	Press the [PLAY] button to Return to the
		Play mode.
	Patch Function mode.

Getting Ready To Play

26	USE THE FOOT CONTROLLERS

Expression and sustain are important elements in any performance. Here you’ll learn how to connect these controllers.

EXPRESSION PEDAL

The Expression Pedal controls the overall volume or loudness of the SKX. Press forward with the front of your foot to increase the volume and back with your heel to decrease the volume.

NOTE: The performance of the Expression pedal can be tailored in various ways. (P. 77)

NOTE: You can control whether or not you want the Extra Voice sections

to receive Expression. (P. 75)

EXP-50J (optional)

FOOT SWITCH

The Foot Switch can be programmed to various functions. The default setting is [LESLIE S/F ALTERNATE]. Every press toggles, the speed of the Leslie effect to fast or not.

NOTE: For information about how to set the Foot Switch function assignment. (P. 76)

FS-9H (optional)

DAMPER PEDAL

The Damper Pedal holds the played notes as same as acoustic piano.

You can hold the notes during change the chord without interrupt sound.

NOTE: You can change the part assignment of the Damper Pedal. (P. 76)

VFP1 (optional)

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TRY CREATING YOUR OWN SOUND	27

In this section you’ll learn how to create your own sound. In this example, the Organ and

Extra Voices are combined (Jazz Organ and Electric Piano).

SELECT [MANUAL]

First, select the [MANUAL] button (LED lit).

The [MANUAL] button makes all the current top panel settings active, allowing for real-time registration, and the creation of new Patches.

NOTE: To return to the Patch, press the [MANUAL] button again (LED off).

Column: INITIALIZE THE INTERNAL SETTINGS [MANUAL]

When the [MANUAL] button is “ON”, some parameters ENTER which does not on the panel (e.g. Organ Type) may set at

undesired value. This is the procedure to return them to the DEFAULT status.

GO TO THE MENU MODE

Press the [ENTER] button. This brings up the MANUAL page of the DEFAULT Function mode.

ENTER AGAIN

Press the [MENU/EXIT] button. The Menu mode appears. If the display is different from the above illustration, select the [MENU/EXIT] button again.

LOCATE PAGE E

Press the [ENTER] button. The contents of MANUAL are initialized.

RETURN TO THE PLAY MODE

Press the [] button 4 times reaching Page E. The DEFAULT entry is blinking.

Press the [PLAY] button to return to the Play mode.

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28 TRY CREATING YOUR OWN SOUND - continued

SWITCH THE ORGAN SECTION ON

In this example, make sounds to begin with the Organ Section.

The ON buttons switches sounds or does not at each part for the Organ Section.

NOTE: What is a “PART”? (P. 32)

Switch the [UPPER ON] button “ON”. The UPPER part of the Organ Section will sound.

NOTE: You can set that the Extra Voice Section turns off automatically by the Organ Section is switched on. (P. 79)

Next, set the [ORGAN VOLUME] knob. It adjusts the overall volume for the Organ Section. Set this knob in the center position at this time.

PULL OUT DRAWBARS

Pull out Upper Drawbars to your taste. You can monitor your selections easily while playing the keyboard.

The Drawbars make the fundamental organ sound of SKX. The tone changes depending on how far the Drawbars are pulled out.

The volume of each sound becomes maximum when the Drawbar is fully pulled out, and null when fully pushed back. The drawbars are arranged so that the pitch grows higher from left to right.

For this example, pull the first three Drawbars out all the way as shown in the illustrated on the left 16´, 5 ⅓´ and 8´.

NOTE: You can change the sound character of the Drawbars. (P. 72)

NOTE: The present registration is displayed in the Play mode. (P. 63)

ADD THE TOUCH-RESPONSE PERCUSSION

Hammond’s Touch-Response Percussion adds a distinctive attack to the Tone Wheel/Drawbar tones. This Percussion is not like a drum or cymbal, but closer to an xylophone or marimba. [PERCUSSION] is available only on the UPPER part.

To enable the Percussion, turn the [ON] button “ON”.

The [SOFT] button reduces the volume of the Percussion voice and [FAST] button quickens the decay of the Percussion voice.

There are two choices of pitch for Percussion. One sounds an octave above the note played (“Second”), and another sounds a “twelfth” above. (“Third”) - When the [THIRD] light is off “Second” is selected.

For this example turn all of the Percussion buttons “ON” ([ON], [SOFT], [FAST], [THIRD]).

NOTE: You can fine-tune the Percussion parameters to your taste. (P. 80)

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ADD EFFECTS TO THE ORGAN SECTION

VIBRATO & CHORUS

Adding a richness to the sound by changing pitch slightly with periodically.

[UPPER], [LOWER] buttons

Switches the Vibrato & Chorus effect ON/OFF. When “ON” the light illuminates.

NOTE: You can adjust the Vibrato & Chorus effect to your liking. (P. 81)

For this example, switch ON the [UPPER] button.

LESLIE

The LESLIE effect is the famous “Moving and Swirling” sound provided by rotating horns and speakers, but executed here in the Digital realm.

[FAST] button

This button toggles the mode of the Rotor to fast or not. When the light is “ON”, it is FAST, and when “OFF”, not.

[STOP] button

This button sets the mode when the [FAST] button is off. When the light is “ON”, it is STOP, and when “OFF”, it is SLOW.

[BYPASS] button

To engage the Leslie effect, press the [BYPASS] button turning the light “OFF”.

NOTE: These controls perform the same functions when a Physical Leslie is connected via the 11 pin socket.

NOTE: You can fine-tune the parameters of the Digital Leslie effect etc. (P. 82)

For this example, let’s set the status of all lights “OFF”.

OVERDRIVE

The Overdrive section adds warmth at low settings, and “grit” or distortion at higher.

[ON] button

Toggles the Overdrive “OFF” and “ON” (when on the light is illuminated).

[AMOUNT] knob

Adjusts the amount of Overdrive. The amount increases as you rotate the knob clockwise.

In this example, the Overdrive is not used. The Button light should be “OFF”.

MULTI-EFFECTS

Adjusts the amount of the selected Multi-effect to be applied to the Organ section. The default settings: at “Tremolo”.

[ON] button

Toggles the Multi-Effects “OFF” and “ON” (when on the light is illuminated).

[AMOUNT] knob

Adjusts the amount of Multi-Effect to be applied. The amount increases as you rotate the knob clockwise.

In this example, the Multi-Effects are not used. The Button light should be “OFF”.

Getting Ready To Play

30 TRY CREATING YOUR OWN SOUND - continued

ALLOCATING THE EXTRA VOICES

MIX

BALANCE

EXV1 EXV2

Choose which parts will play the Extra Voices.

[UPPER ON] button

The Extra Voices play on the UPPER part.

[LOWER ON] button

The Extra Voices play on the LOWER part.

There are two Extra Voice sections. You can assign these either for Upper or Lower parts.

For this example, switch the [UPPER ON] button for EXTRA VOICE 1 at “ON”.

NOTE: You can set that the Organ Voice Section turns “OFF” automatically by the Extra Voice Section is switched “ON”. (P. 79)

SELECT AN INSTRUMENT

To choose the Extra Voice instruments, press the desired Voice Group button on the top panel, then select your specific instrument in the display.

Select the “EPiano Rd2” as follows.

1

MIX

2

Column: To select the other group (e.g.“Wind”)

The voice group “Wind” is hidden behind the [OTHER] button. To select this;

MIX

1

3

24

SELECT A VOICE GROUP

Press the [E.PIANO] button.

An instrument what used previously in the selected voice group will selected automatically.

SELECT AN INSTRUMENT

Select “EPiano Rd2” with the [VALUE] knob.

Now the “EPiano Rd2” is ready to play.

1.Press the [OTHER] button.

2.Locate the cursor at voice group with the [] button.

3.Select the “Wind” with the [VALUE] knob.

4.Locate the cursor at instrument with the [] button. or, Press the [OTHER] button several times after step 1.

ADJUST THE VOLUME BALANCE

MIX BALANCE

To achieve your desired blend of Organ and Extra Voice (In this example the E. Piano), adjust the Extra Voice volume knob accordingly.

The [VOLUME] knob adjusts entire volume of the Extra Voice sections.

The [BALANCE] knob adjusts the volume balance between Extra Voice sections 1 and 2.

EXV1 EXV2

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