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I am sorry to say that the XK2 doesn't fully work with the HX3 do to the NRPN and SysEx of the XK2. Most buttons work, you need to dial in the Rotary (Leslie) Control CC number and then the Drawbars do not control the HX3. Only Presets for the Upper, Lower/Pedal. Split works. I have an XK2 here that I sometimes use for testing.

My HX3 is at our rehearsal space so I won't be able to update until next week. So is this new key contact update the virtual 9-key contact compatible with Fatar actions they have been talking about or just a higher trigger point? The 9-key contact for the Fatar Keyboard TP/O8 requires the keyboard scanning board be replaced by the new scanning board that KeyboardPartner makes. If you own MIDI keyboard that uses a Fatar keyboard you will need to change that out. As to the price of the board I don't have the US price yet but should soon. Regards to all, Tom Tuson Diversi

For those of you that are here in the US or Canada. No mater if you purchased your HX3 from Germany or from someone privately we are more then willing to help you. We offer Live Remote desktop sessions at no charge and if you need or want to have us update or reprogrammed it all you have to pay is for the shipping both ways. Using the US Postal Service round trip for an HX3 using Priority Mail is pretty inexpensive. In MOST cases we turn it around the same day. We get it in the morning and back out around 4pm ET. Also, if you are here in the US or Canada and own an HX3 please register it on our website. We have an Private Email that goes out to our owners that gives you information about Update Releases and anything specail that is going on. As to Carsten in Germany. I have worked for a couple of manufactures and will tell you, Carsten listens to requests for new features and refinements for his product. And he responed to many of them. Some things take longer than others. FYI when we recev a suggestion here at Diversi we forward them to him. As always thank you for your time, Tom Tuson Diversi Musical Products, Inc

Note to ALL owners of KeyboardPartner products in the US and Canada. Please! No mater if you purchased your unit direct from Germany or anywhere else in the US or Canada please go to the Diversi website and register your unit(s) with us or use the following link. https://form.jotform.com/51235176260146 If you have or are buying a used unit from someone please register with us as we have a small email list that we send out informing owners about current updates and anything that needs to be passed on to you the owners. In addition, if you purchased the unit used we want to cover you by moving the Software Licenses over, to you, from the old owner. This way if you ever need to obtain the Licenses, do to some problem, we have them on file here and can get them to you. Also, we never share your information with anyone other them KeyboardPartners, if needed. This email list is for you the HX3 owners as a service. OH! There is one other reason. You get advanced notice of anything special or events. One more item. For HX3 owners here in the US and Canada. I can provided a Live Remote Desktop session with you via LogMe.In. It's FREE! However, you have to contact me so we can setup a day and time that is convenient for both of us. I thank everyone for their time. Regards, Tom Tuson Diversi

Although I am sure the problem described here is an issue. This was not the problem I had. The issue I experienced with the flash was after the first part of the update completed, the USB connection timed out and left the update partially done and the licenses invalid. With the latest package for the remote ( available now diversi.us ) I was able to complete the update and resend the licenses using the remote software. Not going to attempt the flash again. It is important to get the latest version of the ALL package. You don't need to get the ALL package. Just what you need for your unit. HX3 Mrk2 (older unit), HX3 Mrk3/4 (current) or the DB-e (Drawbar Expander). However, there are some people that have both the Module and the Drawbar Expander so rather then download two files they grab the ALL zipped package. One other note. There is now 3.924. There was a bug in the Expander version that prevented the Percussion, A/B and Split buttons from sending the control information to the turn on or off these functions as well as a couple of minor things. Carsten updated everything. As to unpacking the Zipped package. I also suggest that you either Move, Rename or Delete the Subdirectory of your older version before unzipping and using the newest version. I still find that Windows sometimes picks up the old folders of the previous release. This isn't unique to the HX3 software as I have it happen with other Windows programs. Regards, Tom Tuson

Great way to have everything in one place. How long does it take for you to setup for a gig, not including a sound check? ;-)

Just my two cents. Having worked for Hammond Suzuki and being involved with the V5+ when we introduced the Diversi DV and then then the Beatrix Based Computer software I can tell you that there are some differences between what people from around the world consider "the" tonewheel and rotary sound combination. Having worked with Suzuki's Japan based engineers, U.S. Based engineers and then European based engineers. There are what I would say a number of differences in opinions between all of them when it comes to the sound. Even in different parts of Europe I have noticed some variation in opinions as to what "the" drawbar sound is. I can say this much in the case of Japan they like a brighter sound. I even had one tell me that he still thought the B-3000 was a GREAT SOUND to him. That also might be because he was involved with Hammond of Japan when they built some organs there before Suzuki became involved. Most of Europe is very close to the US. And Britain is even more so. (Just my observation.) When it comes to the Rotary Simulation that is another issue. Even here you see people that have used the Venti with the HX3 and then after the recent Updates by KeyboardPartner some people say they just use the HX3 others still like their Venti. As I have suggested before, it really comes down to what YOU have as an audio mental image. Even doing a direct A/B has it's own factors in how it is done. The great thing with the software ability today is it's allowing users to have more control. I also think some of this sound we search for has do to with the Style or Form of music you are playing and have heard for many years and even the organ you may have played or are still using. Even how our ability to hear higher frequencies can changed over time can add to this trying to find the right sound. Improvements are still being made and your comments and wishes help not only KeyboardPartner but the other clone makers as well. And one last thing. I had a close friend many years ago who play night clubs for many years. He had very basic equipment and packed the clubs he played in. He never seemed to be worried about adding new gear to impress people. He said this to me in a conversation, "If I have 100 people in the club only about 2 or 3 really know what I am doing. The rest only want to hear the music and dance. Who should I focus my playing for?" Yes! You have to be happy with your sound but remember most people your playing for don't hear what you hear. They only like or not like the song or songs your playing. Regards To All.

Carrying Case for the KeyboardPartner HX3 Products. I don't know if it was here or on another thread but someone had asked about a carrying Case for the HX3. I just came across this page on the MCM Electronics web site and they seem to have very affordable water tight cases. Even if you have other needs you may want to take a look. http://electronics.mcmelectronics.com/search?p=KK&srid=S1-1IADP&lbc=mcmelectronics&ts=custom&pw=22-25855%2022-25860%2022-25865%2022-25870%2022-25875%2022-25880&uid=324486991&isort=score&view=list&w=Equipment%20Case&rk=4 Have a great weekend, Tom Tuson Divesi Musical Products, Inc

Would this apply to the XK-2 as well? I love the build quality , controller features and keyboard action of the XK-2, but the sound quality itself and phasing issues are getting to me lately..... I am sorry to say that no. The XK2 uses some SysEx/NRPN control codes that are not translatable at this time. About the only things that do work are the Modulation Wheel, the Presets, Split, Volume pedal, Rotary Speed control and of course the keys. The only thing in regards to the Rotary Speed control is you have to change the MIDI control in the System Menu of the XK2. Cheers, Tom Tuson

One of the list members has one of the NIB4D's and he said everything works with the HX3. His name is Bill and here is what he sent me in an email when I asked him how he made out with the one he bought. "Tom, The NIB4D works flawlessly with the HX3. It also gives you the option of using any midi keyboard as a controller. I was fortunate to find this unit as it is like new."

FYI - A large number of the people buying the HX3 are using it with either the XK and SK series keyboards. If I remember correctly Rich Budesa has not only one of our Diversi Duos, but and SK and a Nord. I think if you read most of the posts in regards to the Vent it becomes personal choice. Rich stopped using his Vent. Cheers, Tom Tuson

Jason: Just for the record. The issue with your HX3 was a single 2nd party USB to FTDI board/ This board has no effect on any sonic characteristics of the HX3, it simply is for data transfer between the HX3 and the computer. There was nothing wrong with main board, which is KeyboardPartners design. Carsten's boards are very well designed and manufactured. I would like to reminded everyone that since August Carsten has made a large number of changes not only from the sonic standpoint but also new features including being able to play outside of the 61 note range when using up to 88 note keyboards. The Tube Amp, Vibrato Chorus, Rotary Simulation, Octave shifts while in split mode and adding Sostenuto to mention a few things. Again, I will say that Carsten is one of the most responsive engineer / developers I have worked. Christian is also a great help in allowing Carsten to focus on improving the HX3. Tom Tuson

Updating to 9.2 I just wanted to make everyone that is about to update there HX3 that they should use the FLASH TOOL to do the updating. I have had a couple of people contact me that when using the Remote Software they have had issues. It's seems that the Windows OS is picking up files from the older subdirectory (folders). If you have an issue and your here in the US or Canada we will do what we can to help. Regards, Tom Tuson

9.2 Firmware update about to be released. Below is a list of changes and additions to this release. * Extended transpose range plus/minus 2 octaves (FatarScan, MIDI input) * Foldback for notes outside of 5 octaves keyboard range 88 notes (FatarScan, MIDI input) * New filter and adder design, less prone to overflow distortions * New triode simulation in AO28 block - try the AO28 tube age parameter * Higher bass and organ output levels * Fixed some bugs in beta FW: Menu entries, defaults saving, factory reset * Fixed rounding error on some parameters in MIDI custom CC set * Added version for old XB2 mk2 kit. Rotary output jack and headphone amp must be rewired to obtain stereo simulation The foldback for notes out side of the B3/C3/A100 range now allows for 88 notes. So if your using a keyboard with more then 61 notes and your playing and get above or below the range of 61 notes you will not have any drop off of notes. Thanks to those of you who have contributed this and all suggestions. Have a great weekend. Tom Tuson Diversi Musical Products, Inc

It is right from the source. Tom