From tomnykds@comcast.net Sun Sep 24 09:49:21 2006
Subject:Re: how different is an A-143 from a B-3?

At 06:26 PM 9/23/2006, you wrote:

Thanks everyone. I'll have to talk the wife into this one (space).
So as to share a little, its in Galt, CA (central valley) for $800.
Its on Craig's List -> Sacramento -> music

Chris

>Hi All,
>
>The A-100 family is a little different than the B-3:
>
>- It has an AO-29 preamp vs. the AO-28. The main difference is the ability
>to drive an amp and speakers, which was not necessary in the B-3. Used
>with a Leslie, this is neither an advantage nor a deficit; it's just
>something to be aware of.
>
>- As mentioned previously, there is a resistor value change in the vibrato
>circuit, which results in a deeper vibrato chorus. Most players seem to
>like this.
>
>- The cabinet is a good deal heavier, probably closer to a C-3 in bulk.
>This is not a big deal in a living-room Hammond, but should be noted if
>you are planning to gig with an A-100.
>
>- A perfect match, Leslie-wise, is a model 251, which has an extra
>stationary channel.