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Description
Step back in time with the Hammond Aurora Classic, a modern homage to the legendary tonewheel organs. This instrument is a perfect blend of vintage charm and contemporary innovation, making it an essential piece for any keyboard enthusiast or professional organist. The Aurora Classic is designed to capture the essence of Hammond's iconic sound, featuring the latest digital technology to faithfully reproduce the warmth and character that made the original Hammond organs a staple in music history. With its intuitive interface and versatile controls, this instrument allows musicians to explore a wide range of sounds from traditional jazz organ tones to more experimental textures.
The Aurora Classic is equipped with a robust sound engine that offers precise control over each parameter, ensuring musicians can shape their sound to perfection. Its drawbar system is designed for seamless performance, whether you're in the studio or on stage. The expression pedal and Leslie speaker simulation further enhance your playing experience, providing dynamic and immersive sound.
Key Features:
- Authentic Hammond tonewheel organ emulation
- Intuitive drawbar control system
- Advanced digital sound engine
- Expression pedal for dynamic volume control
- Built-in Leslie speaker simulation
- Wide range of tonal possibilities
- Perfect for both studio and live performances
Videos
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Hammond Aurora Classic - A vintage beauty
Hammond Aurora Classic - A vintage beauty
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Spanish Eyes - played with "3rd hand" on Hammond Aurora Classic organ
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Adrian Rose Hammond Aurora Classic +Leslie 815 Sylvia
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Demo 1979 Hammond Aurora Classic
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Blame it on the Bossa Nova - performed on Hammond Aurora Classic organ
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Adrian Rose Hammond Aurora Classic + Leslie 720 Parkys Theme.
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Nights in White Satin - Hammond Aurora Classic organ
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Fly Me to the Moon - on Hammond Aurora Classic Organ
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Dear Mrs. Applebee - on Hammond Aurora Classic organ
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Reviews
Owner Insights
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Features and functionality
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The Aurora Classic includes "animation by leslie," indicating built-in modulation, which may simulate a Leslie speaker effect rather than using an actual Leslie.
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As a top Hammond spinet model from the 1980s, it is serviceable and pairs well with a separate Leslie speaker for enhanced sound quality.
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Setup and maintenance
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Acquiring a factory service manual specific to the 246100 series is recommended for troubleshooting and maintenance, with availability on eBay for around $30.
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Owners recommend cleaning cable connections and circuit board connectors with DeOxit and steel wool to resolve sound issues due to oxide buildup.
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It's crucial to check for loose circuit boards and wires after transportation, as these can cause the organ to go quiet.
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Capacitors in the Aurora Classic can retain charge and may require careful handling to avoid electric shock during maintenance.
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Transistor issues, such as rust or looseness during transport, are common in these organs, impacting their functionality.
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Other
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A badge from an organ dealer dated 1984 suggests the model was produced in the early 1980s, and service was covered until 1985.
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Artist usage
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Jack Conte's Hammond Aurora is used in many videos and on the gear page of his official website Jack describes it as a model from 1974. This could be a (typing) mistake since the Aurora released one year later in 1975. There are no specifics about the model (Classic, Custom or Century) on Jack's website, but judging from the design of the sheetholder his must be the Aurora Classic.
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