Hammond XK-5 (2016)

A digital organ using modeled tonewheel technology, designed for portability and expandability

Overview

The Hammond XK-5 is a single-manual digital organ that Hammond built in 2016. It emulates the tonewheel sound of the vintage models and adds modern portability and modular expansion. It doesn't use electromechanical parts like the old organs. It uses a Modelled-Tone-Wheel generator (MTW1) to recreate the classic Hammond tones digitally. The target buyer is the player who wants authentic sound without the weight and maintenance of vintage hardware. Hammond markets it as portable and expandable, so a single keyboard can grow into a full B-3-style setup with additional manuals and pedals. The keys are velocity-sensitive and piano-style, and there's a built-in digital Leslie effect to emulate the rotating speaker sound.

Specifications

Design

The XK-5 uses a "Hybrid Multiple Key Contact System" with rubber key pads, three contact strips and a triple sensor design for better note detection. It gives you velocity sensitivity and is built for reliable response. User reports say the rubber key pads wear and tear over time.

Market

The Hammond XK-5 was listed at a manufacturer's suggested price of $3,695, and some retailers listed it at $3,900. Used units show up as full systems, sometimes bundled with Leslie speakers. Replacing the worn rubber key pads has been noted as a possible maintenance issue.

eBay Listings

Hammond XK-5 Organ

$3,900

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