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Description
Product Description:
Step into a world of classic organ tones with the Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine. This magical guitar effects pedal transforms your instrument into an authentic sounding organ, without any tracking problems, glitches, or false notes. Perfect for guitarists and keyboardists alike, it allows you to summon instantly recognizable organ sounds with the simple stomp of a footswitch.
With nine presets tuned to capture the essence of iconic organs, from tonewheel and combo to cathedral and bell organs, it gives you a wide range of sonic options to explore. Its ability to emulate the warm tones of jazz, rock, gospel, and more, combined with the added modulation effects, helps you achieve the perfect blend of organ and guitar tones.
The B9 also brings you complex routing options with its dual outputs, allowing you to craft unique sounds for studio and live use. From the fat & full tones to the iconic sounds of classic rock, this pedal opens up a world of tonal possibilities at your feet.
Key Features:
- Transforms guitar tone into one of nine classic organ tones
- Zero tracking problems, glitches, mistriggers, or false notes
- Presets include tonewheel organ, jazz, gospel, cathedral, bell organ, classic rock, and more
- Modulation effects tailored to each sound, such as rotary speaker, tremolo, or vibrato
- Control over percussive "click" associated with tonewheel organs
- Dual outputs for complex routing options
- Perfect for both studio and live use
- True bypass for unadulterated signal transfer
Owner's manual
Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine User ManualProduct specs
| Pedal Type | Organ emulator |
| Inputs | 1 x Instrument |
| Outputs | 2 x 1/4" |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (included) |
FAQs
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What does the Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine do?
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The Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine emulates classic organ sounds, transforming your guitar or keyboard into an organ with nine distinct presets inspired by legendary '60s organs.
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Can the B9 Organ Machine be used with a keyboard?
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Yes, the B9 Organ Machine can be used with both guitars and keyboards, offering versatile application for different instruments.
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What type of power supply does the Electro-Harmonix B9 require?
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The Electro-Harmonix B9 requires a 9V DC power supply, which is included with the pedal.
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Does the Electro-Harmonix B9 have stereo output capabilities?
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The B9 Organ Machine features two 1/4" outputs, allowing for both mono and stereo output configurations to suit various setup preferences.
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Are there any controls on the B9 Organ Machine for customizing the organ sound?
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Yes, the B9 offers controls for adjusting the organ's signature percussive click and modulation, allowing for personalized sound shaping.
Videos
EHX
Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine (EHX Pedal Demo by Bill Ruppert)
Reviews
PROS
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Transformative organ sounds, very realistic
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Simple, user-friendly interface
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Offers a range of tones and effects beyond organ sounds
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Excellent tracking at all speeds
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Encourages creativity and new song ideas
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Works well with both tube and solid-state amps
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Versatile, compatible with guitar, bass, and electric piano
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Some presets specifically enhance genres like rock and gospel
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Can mix organ sound with guitar's dry signal for nuanced tones
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Responds well to modifications for custom sounds
CONS
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No remote tone changing capability
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Requires specific amp setup (preferably two inputs or two amps) for best sound
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Some organ presets may sound less convincing or limited
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Expression pedal functionality for mod control is absent
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Needs adjustment in playing style for optimal organ response
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Can be picky about control settings, misbehaves if levels are too high
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Not suitable as an "always on" pedal; demands careful use
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Latency noticeable when set to full organ mode
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Timbre of the "click" sound on some settings can be unusable
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Lacks some desirable sounds from similar pedals (e.g., C9)
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine.
Features and functionality
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The B9 Organ Machine offers 9 distinct organ tones, with onboard modulation that can be substituted with external modulation like the TC Electronics Vibra Clone for a more authentic organ sound.
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The B9 is part of a highly regarded series alongside the Synth9 and Mel9, known for stellar tracking and great control options.
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The C9 offers more tonal variety in its presets compared to the B9, which some users find to have presets that sound similar.
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Use cases and applications
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Plugging the dry output back into the pedal and connecting the organ output to an amp can create unique self-oscillation effects, mimicking Fats Waller's style in "Eraserhead."
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The B9 is specifically effective for creating bass sounds when used in conjunction with a looper, surpassing traditional octave pedals in this regard.
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To achieve authentic organ tones, it’s crucial to mimic organ playing styles, emphasizing chord stabs and single-note lines while avoiding strumming or bending notes.
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Using a compressor before the B9 can enhance the organ-like feel, making it sound more like a keybed rather than guitar strings.
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Comparisons
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Users note the B9's superior organ emulation over typical octave pedals, stating there's no comparison in sound quality for organ-like tones.
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The C9 seems to be less frequently available on resale markets, suggesting users are more satisfied and less likely to part with it compared to the B9.
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Mods and upgrades
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For a budget-friendly organ sound, combining Behringer's OU300 or SO400 octave pedals with the RM600 rotary pedal can mimic organ tones.
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The TC Electronics Vibra Clone paired with the B9 enhances the organ sound, making it nearly indistinguishable from an actual organ when mic noise is minimized.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 2 Reviews and 31 Ratings
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Unique and flawless
It tracks amazingly well, I prefer using its octave mode rather than the old dedicated octave generators I had (Micro POG, Nano POG, EQD Organizer), we cannot choose the sub/up balance but it sounds better at its point, more realistic, immediate… organic!
Artist usage
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In this Rig Rundown feature for Premier Guitar magazine, longtime U2 guitar tech Dallas Schoo shows off Edge's 2018 touring rig, which includes a B9 Organ Machine pedal.
Gary Clark Jr. is shown using an Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine on his pedalboard in a photo shared by Jim Dunlop USA on Instagram.
According to this website he currently uses the Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine on the Getaway tour.
Matt Pike was seen using the Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine at the Sleep show in Milwaukee on April 5, 2018, as noted in a Reddit post by user lysergicfuneral.
Rob talks about how this particular pedal isn't for tracking, but rather for chords at 5:30 of this #product-demo.
In this pedalboard photos of Cline, taken by a fan at one of their Brasil concerts in October 2016, the EHX B9 organ machine can be seen.
In this closeup photo of Paul Banks' pedalboard as part of Banks & Steelz, his Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine pedal can be seen. This photo is from Banks & Steelz performance at the Austin City Limits Music Festival 2016.
In a video titled "Bootsy Collins Tours His Incredible Home Studio 'The Boot Cave'" by Reverb on YouTube, an Electro-Harmonix B9 Organ Machine pedal is clearly visible in a rack at Bootsy Collins' studio at the 19:14 mark, confirming his use of this specific piece of gear.
At 39:26 in the YouTube video "The James Dean Bradfield Guitars & Gear Interview", The Pedal Is Shown To Be On His Live Rig
From a Rig Tour by Music Radar with Explosions in the Sky.
“This is amazing. We used it in the studio to get some more unique and interesting sounds, and then we realised that we had to find these sounds on the road as well. But it can sound like a circus organ if you’re not careful!”
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