Best Hammond Keyboard Amps 2026
Premium Hammond keyboard amps - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
⭐
4.6/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Hammond Leslie 2103 MkII
by
Hammond
Stage Setup
Band Performance
Amplification
Key Feature:
• Designed specifically for keyboard frequencies
✓ PROS
- • Often includes mixing capabilities
- • Multiple input options for keyboards
✗ CONS
- • May introduce noise in some environments
- • Can be heavy for frequent transport
Hammond Leslie 2103 MkIIActive LeslieboxFor XK-3XK-2XE-Series(each with 11-PIN connector)XK-3XB-1XM-1 (each with 8-PIN...
⭐
4.6/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 256629
$2,749
#2
⭐
4.4/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Hammond Leslie 3500
by
Hammond
Studio Monitoring
Stage Setup
Amplification
Key Feature:
• Often includes mixing capabilities
✓ PROS
- • Multiple input options for keyboards
- • Often includes mixing capabilities
✗ CONS
- • May introduce noise in some environments
- • Additional cost and equipment to transport
Hammond Leslie 3500Leslie Speaker CabinetPortable professional Leslie2 rotorsHorn: High compression driver with 80...
⭐
4.4/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 613250
$4,289
#3
⭐
4.8/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Hammond Leslie 3300 Portable Walnut
by
Hammond
Live Performance
Studio Monitoring
Amplification
Key Feature:
• Full-range response for all sounds
✓ PROS
- • Designed specifically for keyboard frequencies
- • Often includes mixing capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Additional cost and equipment to transport
- • Can be heavy for frequent transport
Hammond Leslie 3300 Portable WalnutLeslie2 Rotors300 Watt sineTube preamplifier11-Pin and 8-pin Leslie connectors and...
⭐
4.8/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 323850
$3,959
#4
⭐
5.0/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Hammond Leslie 122H
by
Hammond
Stage Setup
Amplification
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Often includes mixing capabilities
✓ PROS
- • Designed specifically for keyboard frequencies
- • Portable for live performance
✗ CONS
- • Additional cost and equipment to transport
- • Power requirements for operation
Hammond Leslie 122HLeslie Speaker CabinetReproduction of the original 122/142 Leslie2 Separate circuits (type 122 and...
⭐
5.0/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 588534
$8,135
#5
⭐
4.5/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Hammond Leslie 2101 MkII
by
Hammond
Amplification
Live Performance
Stage Setup
Key Feature:
• Portable for live performance
✓ PROS
- • Portable for live performance
- • Full-range response for all sounds
✗ CONS
- • Power requirements for operation
- • Can be heavy for frequent transport
Hammond Leslie 2101 MkIIActive LeslieboxFor XK-3XK-2XE-SerieB-3 (each with 11-PIN connector)XK-3XB-1XM-1 (each with...
⭐
4.5/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 195090
$2,639
#6
⭐
4.6/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Hammond Leslie 3300 Portable
by
Hammond
Studio Monitoring
Band Performance
Amplification
Key Feature:
• Portable for live performance
✓ PROS
- • Multiple input options for keyboards
- • Portable for live performance
✗ CONS
- • Power requirements for operation
- • May not be needed for home practice
Hammond Leslie 3300 PortableTransportable Professional Leslie2 Rotors300 Watt RMSTube preamplifier11-Pin and 8-pin...
⭐
4.6/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 116477
$3,849
#7
⭐
4.6/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Hammond Softbag 3300P
by
Hammond
Live Performance
Stage Setup
Practice
Key Feature:
• Full-range response for all sounds
✓ PROS
- • Often includes mixing capabilities
- • Portable for live performance
✗ CONS
- • Power requirements for operation
- • May not be needed for home practice
Hammond Softbag 3300P, Cover, Padded protective cover for Leslie 3300P
⭐
4.6/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 444685
$153
How to Choose the Best Keyboard Amps
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced keyboard amps typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
