Tuition and Advice
Getting the best from your hammond organ or keyboard
Reviews, advice and tutorials
In this Hammond organ blog, I’ve gathered together as much practical advice as possible here to help you choose, buy, maintain, restore, gig and record these incredible instruments. In my view, the Hammond organ deserves a place in every band and it’s up to us owners to keep that sound alive.
In the posts and video below, I try to answer common questions and share a few playing tips that I’ve picked up over the years. I also review new products and try to give a gigging organ player perspective on how they would fit into a rig.
I hope you find this Hammond organ blog helpful. If there’s anything you’d like me to take a look at, just get in touch.
Hammond M Solo Vs Hammond C3 Shocker
This new Hammond M-Solo is turning out to be a bit of a mini-beast. If you were a studio owner, might it worth you having one? And if so, what setup would yield the best possible sound for your money?…
Read MoreHammond M Solo: Amazing First Impressions
Last week I got my hands on the new Hammond M-Solo. In what seemed like an age I managed to get it out of the box. This week it’s plugged in and raring to go. How will it sound? Let’s…
Read MoreHammond M-Solo Unboxing
Let’s unbox the brand new Hammond M-Solo. And please consider subscribing if you enjoyed this. Thanks!
Read MoreThe Leslie 610 explained
Today we’re going to unearth the mysteries of the Lesley 610. Not many people know much about this unique cabinet and I must admit neither did I. But now I do and I want to share it with you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ47xDf0z3RsvJ-FqLyoLIA?sub_confirmation=1…
Read MoreAn Organ player Reacts Hammond Monster
Good morning and welcome to another Organ player reacts; where I deal with the important subjects of “didn’t I wear a similar jumper last time?” . No, not really. I was sent a video from YouTube of a band and…
Read MoreHow I Play MSG Into the Arena
Hey all how are you doing? I was privileged to be asked to play the recent “Cozy bash” in support of World Animal Protection UK (Cozy’s preferred charity). I was asked to play a set of music by Michael Schenker…
Read MoreHammond Organ 101 – Tips for Keyboard and Piano players
Hi Folks, here is the ultimate 101 for beginners and session player who haven’t rocked up to a Hammond Organ before. I will take you through all the controls on the Hammond C3 and show you their equivalent on a…
Read MoreBehind the Scenes – The Classic Rock Show, Birmingham Symphony Hall Rig Run with Henry Burnett
Have you ever wanted to get behind the curtain with a large touring rock band, go back stage, meet the keyboard player and understand their motivations and preparations for a tour? I have and was extremely fortunate to get behind…
Read MoreA Hammond Organ player Reacts: Lachy Doley
I have been meaning to pass comment on Lachy for some time. He’s an amazing player and I’m green with envy at his talents. I wanted to bring him to your attention (in case you’ve been under a rock for…
Read MoreRhythm Guitar/Hammond Organ
Morning All, Hope you are well? Here’s a little vid on how to be percussive and choppy like a rhythm guitarist might be but on a Hammond Organ or keyboard. It’s a bit of drumming really but with the right…
Read MoreA Hammond organ player reacts: Ken Hensley
I was sent this video recently by a friend who said why did you never really get into Uriah Heep? Obviously I didn’t have a suitable answer for that and for my sins will need to go back and revisit…
Read MoreTop five drawbar settings for any organ
What are my go to drawbar settings on the organ? This works for any organ or clone! Have fun
Read MoreWinter Message 2023
Just a quick message for the today season and some advice towards the end x Have a great break and here’s to a fabulous New Year!
Read MoreA Hammond Organ player reacts: Don Airey
I was sent a video from a friend of the wonderfully talented Don Airey playing a solo and I thought it might be a nice thing to watch it together, what do you think? It was originally recorded by @tcelectronic…
Read MoreAll the Hammond Clones No talking
What a year its been. I wanted to listen to as many Hammond clones as I could this year, its been a busy one but I have a lot crossed off my bucket list so far. With huge thanks two…
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