- Publisher: IK Multimedia
- Product: Hammond B-3X
- Release: R2R
- Version: 1.3.5
- Format: SAL, VST, VST3, AAX
- Requirements: Windows 7 or higher
For decades, producers, engineers, and musicians have chased a holy grail: the authentic, soul-stirring sound of the Hammond B-3. We’ve settled for thin emulations and sterile samples that capture the notes but miss the magic—the electromechanical grit, the warm saturation, and the living, breathing character that defined genres. The search is over.
Introducing the Hammond B-3X, the first and only official Hammond® virtual instrument for Mac and PC. Crafted in an unprecedented collaboration with the Hammond Organ Company and Suzuki Musical Instruments, this isn’t just another organ plugin. It’s a complete, top-to-bottom recreation of the entire B-3 signal path, delivering the raw passion and unmistakable vibe of the original hardware with a depth of realism never before heard in software.
Whether you’re laying down a soulful gospel progression, a searing rock lead, or a cool jazz melody, the Hammond B-3X puts the heart of a legend directly into your hands.
Finally, Every Detail, Perfectly Captured
Authenticity is more than just sound; it’s a feeling. It’s the way the instrument responds to your touch and the subtle imperfections that create its unique personality. We worked tirelessly with the keepers of the Hammond legacy to ensure every nuance was flawlessly recreated.
“It’s unbelievable. It’s just like I’m sitting at the B-3. It reacts just like the original does. It’s dynamite.”
Dr. Lonnie Smith, Jazz Organ Legend
- The First Official Hammond B-3 Emulation: Designed and certified in partnership with the Hammond Organ Company, ensuring absolute sonic accuracy and an authentic playing experience.
- True Tonewheel Modeling: At its core are 91 free-running, meticulously modeled tonewheels from several choice vintage organs. This dynamic modeling recreates the iconic generator leakage and crosstalk, allowing you to dial in the exact character you need.
- Signature B-3 Circuits: Experience the iconic Hammond chorus-vibrato scanner and the responsive percussion circuit, modeled with our industry-leading techniques for a truly organic feel.
- Total Sound Sculpting: Go beyond the original with advanced controls for tonal balance, key click (note on/off), and even the effects of component “aging” to customize your perfect instrument.
- Full Rig in a Single Plugin: The B-3X includes a complete signal chain with stompboxes, a dual-path CABS section featuring an official Leslie® collection, a parallel guitar amp, a full mixer, and studio-grade post effects.
From Raw Vibe to Polished Masterpiece
The Hammond B-3X gives you an entire studio’s worth of iconic gear to shape your sound. Every component has been carefully selected to complement the organ, recreating the signal chains used on countless classic records.
Shape Your Core Tone with Classic Stomps
Placed right after the organ, a 5-unit pedalboard gives you instant tonal control. Dial in the perfect amount of bite with the OVERSCREAM (based on the Ibanez Tube Screamer), sculpt frequencies with a graphic EQ, add shimmer with a classic chorus, get expressive with a wah, or add space with a spring reverb.
The Iconic Swirl: The Ultimate Leslie® Experience
The signal then flows into the comprehensive CABS section, where the magic truly happens.
- Official Leslie® Amps & Cabs: Choose from 7 Leslie power amps and 5 cabinets, all derived from IK’s award-winning Leslie® Collection. Mix and match components to create your dream rotary rig.
- Deep Mic and Speed Control: Fine-tune the Leslie’s performance with controls for slow/fast speed settings, acceleration/deceleration rates, and precise microphone placement (90° or 180° configurations) to nail that iconic swirling sound.
- Parallel Guitar Amp: Blend in a parallel guitar amp—choosing between a classic British Lead or Hi Amp model—complete with its own 4×12 cabinet. It’s the secret weapon for achieving the aggressive, roaring organ tones of rock legends.
- Full-Featured Mixer: A dedicated mixer gives you complete control over the blend. Independently pan and level the Leslie’s horn and drum mics, the parallel guitar amp, and the organ’s direct D.I. signal for unparalleled tonal flexibility.
Add a Final Professional Sheen
Finish your sound with three studio-grade effects derived from IK’s acclaimed T-RackS mastering suite. Add punch and control dynamics with a FET-based limiter, add classic console warmth with a vintage EQ, and place your organ in the perfect acoustic space with a pristine digital reverb.
Built for Performance, Designed for Your Workflow
The Hammond B-3X is engineered to adapt to your creative process, whether you’re on stage or in the studio.
- Focused Live View: Switch to the “Controls” view to hide the keyboard and bring the drawbars and switches front and center. The famous half-moon Leslie switch is enlarged for easy access, making it perfect for live performance.
- Effortless Preset Management: Save and recall 24 custom drawbar settings within any preset. The intuitive preset browser and MIDI Program Change assignments let you organize your sounds for any setlist or session.
- Plug-and-Play Integration: With included MIDI profiles for modern Hammond-Suzuki digital organs and assignable MIDI continuous controllers, the B-3X integrates seamlessly with your existing hardware. Get hands-on control right out of the box.
The Only Hammond You’ll Ever Need
No other virtual instrument offers this level of authenticity, flexibility, and sonic depth. From the first tonewheel to the final mastering effect, the Hammond B-3X is a complete, uncompromising recreation of a musical icon. It’s the soul, passion, and vibe of the legendary B-3, ready for your music.
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