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Hammond SK1 User Manual

Hammond SK1
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Owners Manual
ank you, and congratulations on your choice of the Hammond Stage
Keyboard SK1 / SK1-73 / SK1-88 / SK2.
e SK1, SK1-73, SK1-88 and SK2 are the fi rst ever Stage Keyboards
from Hammond to feature both traditional Hammond Organ Voices and
the basic keyboard sounds every performer desires.
Please take the time to read this manual completely to take full advantage
of the many features of your SK1, SK1-73, SK1-88 and SK2; and please
retain it for future reference.
STAGE KEYBOARD
DRAWBARS SELECT
ORGAN TYPE
UPPER
PEDAL
LOWER
NUMBER NAME
PATCH
ENTER
VAL UE
MENU/
EXIT
PLAY
UPPER
PEDAL
LOWER
NUMBER NAME
PATCH
ENTER
VAL UE
MENU/
EXIT
PLAY
DRAWBARS SELECT
ORGAN TYPE
Bourdon
16'
OpenDiap
8'
Gedeckt
8'
VoixClst
II
Mixture
III
Octave
4'
Flute Dolce
4'
Hautbois
8'
Flute
2'

Table of Contents

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Hammond SK1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePortable Keyboard
Extra Voice SectionElectric Piano, Clavinet
EffectsReverb, Chorus, Overdrive
Leslie SimulationYes
ConnectionsMIDI In/Out, USB
Power SupplyAC adapter (included)
Manuals61 keys

Summary

Owner's Manual

Introduction

Welcomes the user and congratulates them on their purchase.

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Lists essential safety guidelines to prevent injury or damage.

Introduction

Cautionary Notes

Lists important cautions regarding ventilation and placement.

Important User Information

Usage Guidance

Covers power supply, placement, and maintenance advice.

Using the Instrument

Control Panel Navigation

Explains how to navigate Play, Menu, and Function modes.

Instrument Features Overview

Key Sections

Lists key sections like Music Player, Voice Library, and Appendix.

Product Highlights

Main Features

Highlights the key features and capabilities of the SK1/SK2.

Names and Functions

Top Panel Layout

Describes the controls and indicators on the top panel.

Control Panel Details

Explains the functions of the control panel buttons and display.

Extra Voices and Effects

Covers the Extra Voices section and organ/extra voice effects.

Rear Panel Connections

Details all input and output jacks on the rear of the instrument.

Keyboard and Accessories

Describes the keyboard layout and included accessories.

Hook-Up Procedures

Basic Hook-Up

Illustrates the basic connection of accessories and external equipment.

Connecting the Leslie Speaker

Details the connection procedure for a Leslie speaker.

Expanding the Keyboard

SK1 Dual Keyboard and Pedalboard

Explains expanding the SK1 with an external keyboard and pedalboard.

SK1 Organ + Piano Setup

Describes setting up the SK1 for organ and piano sounds using an external controller.

SK2 Pedalboard Connection

Details connecting a MIDI pedalboard to the SK2.

Getting Ready to Play

Powering On and Initial Setup

Guides on powering on, backup, and factory reset procedures.

Using Patches and Favorites

Explains how to call and register patches and favorites for quick access.

Foot Controller Usage

Details the usage and connection of expression pedals and foot switches.

Master Equalizer

Explains how to adjust the overall tonal profile of the instrument.

Creating Your Own Sound

Guides on selecting manual settings and initializing internal parameters.

Setting Up the Organ

Details drawbar adjustments and percussion usage for the organ.

Adding Organ Effects

Explains Vibrato, Chorus, Leslie, Overdrive, and Multi-Effects for the organ.

Allocating and Balancing Voices

Guides on assigning Extra Voices and adjusting volume balance.

Extra Voice Effects

Details Multi-Effects and Reverb for the Extra Voice section.

Understanding Instrument Parts

Explains instrument parts, keyboard split, and manual bass functions.

Advanced Pedal Functions

Details Lower to Pedal coupler and Pedal Sustain effects.

Patch Recording Procedures

Guides on recording the current settings as a patch.

Display Management

Explains how to lock the display to prevent accidental changes.

Setting Up the Instrument

Sound Engine Architecture

Provides a diagram of the instrument's sound engine structure.

Organ Section Fundamentals

Explains the core components and concepts of the Organ section.

Extra Voice Section Fundamentals

Details the sound engine and effects for the Extra Voice section.

Organ Type Selection

Describes the different organ types available (Tone-Wheels, Transistor, Pipe).

Harmonic Drawbars

Explains the function and usage of the drawbars for tone-wheel organs.

Drawbar Configurations

Details drawbar settings for upper, lower, and pedal parts.

Drawbar Registration Patterns

Lists typical drawbar combinations categorized by sound families.

Modern Drawbar Registrations

Presents common drawbar settings for various musical styles.

Drawbar Select and Assignment

Explains how to assign drawbars to instrument parts.

Percussion Sounds

Details the percussion types, decay, and volume controls.

Vibrato and Chorus Effects

Explains the rate, depth, and mix parameters for Vibrato and Chorus effects.

Drawbar Overdrive Effect

Covers the Overdrive effect for the organ section.

Leslie Speaker Simulation

Details the built-in Leslie effect, its controls, and connection to external speakers.

Multi-Effects and Reverb

Explains the application and parameters for Multi-Effects and Reverb.

Pedal Sustain and Manual Bass

Details Pedal Sustain and Manual Bass features.

Keyboard Split and Octave Shift

Explains keyboard split and octave shift controls.

Transpose Function

Explains how to transpose the instrument's key signature.

Extra Voice Section

Guides on allocating, soloing, and managing Extra Voices and sounds.

Patch Management

Covers user/preset patches, naming, recording, and file organization.

Using the Control Panel

Control Panel Overview

Provides an overview of the control panel and its modes (Play, Menu, Function).

Play Mode Operations

Details how to navigate and use the instrument in Play mode.

Menu Mode Navigation

Explains how to access and navigate through the instrument's menu system.

Function Mode Operations

Guides on navigating and controlling functions within the Function mode.

Shortcut Functions

Explains using shortcut keys for faster access to functions.

Registering Frequent Pages

Guides on assigning frequently used pages to the CONTROL button.

Parameter Operation Example

Demonstrates adjusting specific parameters like percussion decay time.

Setting Parameters

Drawbar Parameter Settings

Details the specific parameters for setting drawbar sounds for manual parts.

Pedal Part Parameter Settings

Explains parameters for the pedal part, including organ type, attack, and decay.

Patch Parameter Details

Covers parameters related to patch loading, favorites, and organization.

Extra Voice Parameter Settings

Details parameters for Extra Voices like zone, volume, and velocity.

Controller Settings

Explains how to set up foot switches and expression pedals.

Percussion Parameter Settings

Details parameters for the percussion sounds, including level and decay.

Vibrato & Chorus Settings

Explains the rate, depth, and mix parameters for Vibrato and Chorus effects.

Leslie Parameter Settings

Covers all parameters related to the built-in and external Leslie speaker simulation.

Custom Tone-Wheel Settings

Guides on selecting and editing custom tone-wheel parameters.

Pipe Organ Parameters

Details the specific parameters for the Pipe organ sound.

Overdrive and Effects (OD/EFF)

Explains the Overdrive and various effect parameters for Organ and Extra Voices.

Reverb Settings

Details the Reverb effect types, depth, and time settings.

Tune Settings

Explains how to tune the entire keyboard.

Default Settings Management

Guides on resetting various instrument parameters to factory defaults.

MIDI Operations

Understanding MIDI Basics

Introduces MIDI technology, its purpose, and the keyboard's MIDI jacks.

MIDI Structure and Channels

Explains the MIDI structure, keyboard channels, and external zones.

External Device Integration

Guides on using external sequencers, sound modules, and MIDI keyboards.

Zone Settings for MIDI Control

Details how to assign keyboard ranges to external MIDI zones.

MIDI Templates and Configurations

Provides MIDI template configurations for various SK1 and SK2 setups.

MIDI Implementation Chart

A technical chart detailing MIDI messages and their implementation.

Data Management with USB

USB Flash Drive Operations

Explains how to use the USB flash drive for saving data and managing files.

Initializing the USB Flash Drive

Guides on formatting and initializing a USB flash drive for the instrument.

Setup File Management

Details procedures for saving, loading, and renaming setup files.

Patch File Management

Explains how to save, load, and delete patch files via USB.

Custom Tone-Wheel Management

Guides on saving, loading, and deleting custom tone-wheel files.

Music Player Functionality

Music Player Operation Basics

Covers file types, folder structure, and how to read the display for the music player.

Music Player Controls and Modes

Details playback, pause, volume adjustment, and mode selection for the music player.

Voice Library Management

Voice Library Usage and Files

Explains what the voice library is and how to add new voices via USB.

Operating the Voice Library

Guides on loading and managing voices within the library.

Deleting Library Content

Details how to delete individual libraries or clear all entries.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Malfunctions and Solutions

Provides solutions for common problems and malfunctions.

Appendix

Extra Voice Instrument List

Lists available Extra Voice instruments and their details.

MIDI Templates Reference

Provides MIDI template configurations for various SK1 and SK2 setups.

MIDI Implementation Chart

A technical chart detailing MIDI messages and their implementation.

Preset Patch List

A list of all factory preset patches with their names.

Service and Support

Contacting Hammond Support

Provides contact details for customer support and service inquiries.

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