nkfarwell Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 Hi all, lately I've come to the conclusion that I really need to add an organ to my setup, the TP40M action on my Nord just does not let me begin to really play the instrument. Here's what I'm looking for in the instrument: -lightweight -MIDI -realistic action (I play an authentic C3 at my church so I'm a snob here) -single-tiered Initially, I was thinking I could get a standard MIDI controller with nice waterfall action and run it through my organ libs, but I'm not sure if this is a good idea? There's amp control on the vst, but it's really not quite like a real live amp. Granted, my amp is entry level, so I probably wouldn't benefit a lot from that aspect of it. My price range is negotiable, but I'd really like to spend less than $1,000. What do you think are some good options? I could grab an old XK, go with a lower-end Korg, etc. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doerfler Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 IDK, this topic isn't discussed often. Anyway, there is a Hammond XK1c in the classified section for $750 plus shipping BUY IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cphollis Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 IDK, this topic isn't discussed often. That was sarcasm, in case you missed it. All sorts of opinions here on what a second, organ-focused board might look like, even within your parameters. Lots of choices, few of them bad. Best of luck! Want to make your band better? Check out "A Guide To Starting (Or Improving!) Your Own Local Band" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timwat Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 Nord Lead. ...err, I mean to say Hammond Suzuki xk1c, or Mojo 61, but every time I type it comes out saying Nord Lead. It's like a dam emoji font or something. .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cphollis Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 Man, someday I'm going to have to buy a Nord Lead, just so I can fully appreciate the humor here. Want to make your band better? Check out "A Guide To Starting (Or Improving!) Your Own Local Band" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldwin Funster Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 Suprisingly limited selection of waterfall midi controllers. Id say about zero. The best your likely to easily come across is something with square front keys. You could look for an old xk1 but slaving to a sound engine might be tough. My recollection is it uses non standard midi messages and works best slaved to another Hamm9nd Suzuki board. Some will mention the VMK161 waterfall. The keys feel good but otherwise its a clunky piece of doodie. Midi controll is very slow. FunMachine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mate stubb Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 I happen to have an XK-1C for sale in the Garage Sale for $750, tooting my own horn. Edit: I see Dave mentioned it above, thanks! Moe --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie_Chicago Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 Let the fireworks begin ! ..... For $1k or under, a gently used xk1c would work, a Numa 1 used or Numa 2 fit the budget , If it were me right at this moment, I would spend a little more and get a Mojo61. "Ive been playing Hammond since long before anybody paid me to play one, I didn't do it to be cool, I didnt do it to make a statement......I just liked it " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cphollis Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 OK, just sayin', the Nord Electro doesn't suck -- either from a keyboard feel, sound generation or effects. I play them. I know there's better out there. But, all in all, I've never been able to pull the trigger on something onstenibly better. It might happen, though. Want to make your band better? Check out "A Guide To Starting (Or Improving!) Your Own Local Band" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cedar Posted December 1, 2016 Share Posted December 1, 2016 I happen to have an XK-1C for sale in the Garage Sale for $750, tooting my own horn. Edit: I see Dave mentioned it above, thanks! As an owner of the xk-1C, I'll just add that this is an excellent price. And I'm not even getting a percentage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nkfarwell Posted December 2, 2016 Author Share Posted December 2, 2016 Haha, well unfortunately I don't have the cash for the organ at the moment, I was planning ahead for the next month. Sorry mate! Thanks for the input though, I appreciate it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Wright Posted December 2, 2016 Share Posted December 2, 2016 -lightweight -MIDI -realistic action (I play an authentic C3 at my church so I'm a snob here) -single-tiered but I'd really like to spend less than $1,000. What do you think are some good options? Haha, well unfortunately I don't have the cash for the organ at the moment, Why you post? :idk . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElmerJFudd Posted December 2, 2016 Share Posted December 2, 2016 Portable Organ Review Post NAMM 2016 and then some... Yamaha CP88, Casio PX-560 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nkfarwell Posted December 2, 2016 Author Share Posted December 2, 2016 Why you post? :idk So I know how much money I need to save! And so I can get a head start looking for good deals on Craigslist and such, might consider pulling from savings if something is good enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Wright Posted December 2, 2016 Share Posted December 2, 2016 Ah . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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