Hammond XK-4
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Hammond
XK-4
Product Info
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The XK-4 is a solid, compact Hammond option for players wanting that classic organ sound without the massive footprint or premium price. It's a great starting point for gigging musicians or home players wanting a taste of the Hammond experience – just be aware the keybed isn’t a full organ action.
Product Description
- Hammond XK-4
- Organ Keyboard
- 61 Semi-weighted keys with velocity sensitivity
- MTW2 sound engine
- 9 Drawbars (selectable upper
- lower
- pedal)
- 100 Preset patches + 100 user patchers
- Effects: Vibrato
- chorus
- overdrive
- multi-effects
- reverb and more
- 8 Different Leslie models
- USB connection for external storage medium
- MIDI I/O
- 6.3 mm jack line out L/R
- 6.3 mm jack organ pedal out
- Headphone jack
- 11-Pin Leslie connector
- Foot switch
- damper and expression pedal connection
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 1004 x 322 x 109 mm
- Weight: 9.4 kg
PROS
- • MTW2 engine delivers surprisingly authentic Hammond voicing and response.
- • 61-key action offers decent velocity sensitivity for organ playing.
- • Compact size and relatively light weight make it giggable.
- • Drawbar flexibility allows for considerable tonal sculpting.
CONS
- • Semi-weighted keys lack the feel of a true organ action.
- • Limited key range restricts complex voicings and registrations.
- • Build quality, while acceptable, doesn't match higher-end Hammond models.
- • Leslie speaker simulation, while decent, can't replace the real thing.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
61 Semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive
Manuals
Owner's manual, Quick Start Guide
Drawbars
9 selectable (Upper, Lower, Pedal)
Effects
Vibrato, Chorus, Overdrive, Multi-effects, Reverb
Speakers
None - Line outputs for external amplification
Weight
9.4 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The MTW2 is a significant improvement over the earlier engines, offering more nuanced rotary speaker simulation and a more responsive drawbar feel, though it still lacks the absolute depth of the flagship models.
Yes, it has a dedicated 6.3mm jack for an expression pedal, and it’s designed to be compatible with standard Hammond pedals.
Primarily for firmware updates and preset management, though some users have explored loading custom samples with third-party software, it’s not officially supported.
