From dave@bombfactory.com Fri Nov 05 13:12:16 2004
Subject:Re: modeling vs. sampling


If it's long loops... It's not the same.

/Dave

> 145 to try out and I'm returning it. It doesen't even compare to my
> 122 Leslie, it dousen't have the bass and warmth. It has built in
> mics to run into a PA sysstem, which is handy, but not good for a
> stand alone Leslie in my opinion. I think it's way overpriced for
> what you get.
>
> I've borrowed an old Ampeg tube bass amp from a buddy to run it
> through and it sounds very good. I think the Leslie simulation
> sounds better ran mono. If I cut the highs on the XK3 all the way
> down and turn the Key Click down to 0, it seems to be fine for
> running direct into a PA. The XK3 is setup for storing presets on a
> media card or you can just change the presets in the XK3. That way
> you can have it setup for a Leslie or running direct. I'm going to
> get a media card for mine for just basic setup because I always use
> the Drawbars. The XK3 is also a good controller, it's very
> responsive. It's action is very similar to my B3 but just a hair
> stiffer. It's a very fast action!
>
> I hope this answers your questions. If you want a clone that really
> sounds and feels like a Hammond, BUY THE XK3!!