Hammond SKX, Reference Manual

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Introduction
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Playing the instrument
The SKX is a double-manual instrument which functions in a manner similar to a conventional two-keyboard organ.
On an organ, the UPPER Keyboard is usually used for the melody, and is played with the right hand. The LOWER
Keyboard is usually used to provide accompaniment, or harmonic support for the melody and is played by the left hand.
The PEDAL Keyboard, or clavier, is used to play the bass notes and is most commonly played by the left foot.
NOTE: You may connect a MIDI Pedal clavier to the SKX in order to play the instrument as a complete two-
manual-and-pedal organ. Although we recommend one of the Hammond pedalboards, any MIDI-compatible pedal
clavier may be used; however, some initial setup may be required. Please consult the
MIDI section of this
Reference Guide for more information.
On the SKX , this playing style can be faithfully replicated by playing the Upper and Lower Manuals in much the same
fashion as you would a conventional two-manual organ, although it is recommended that for maximum flexibility you
register one manual with Drawbar sounds and the other manual with an Extra Voice registration such as Piano, Strings,
etc.
The LOWER TO PEDAL Touch Tab, located on the right of the control panel, is used
to enhance the tones played from the Pedals. When the LOWER TO PEDAL Touch
Tab is “ON,” (LED lit), the registration set for the Lower Manul will play from the
Pedals.
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Owner’s Playing Guide