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| Hammond organ | |
|---|---|
| A Hammond C-3 organ | |
| Manufacturer | The Hammond Organ Company (1935–1985) Hammond Organ Australia (1986–1989) Hammond-Suzuki (1989–present) |
| Dates | 1935–1975 (tonewheel models) 1967–1985 (transistor models) 1986–present (digital models) |
| Price | $1,193 (Model A, 1935) $2,745 (Model B-3, 1954) |
- Are old Hammond organs worth anything?
- How much is a Hammond m3 worth?
- How do you identify the Hammond organ model?
- How many Hammond B3 were made?
Are old Hammond organs worth anything?
Most people that are selling these vintage organs are doing so because it has not been played or serviced for many years. Realize that every vintage Hammond Organ is now in the neighborhood of 40 - 60 years old. ... The only reason a vintage Hammond is worth anything is because it can be brought back to life.
How much is a Hammond m3 worth?
How much is a Hammond m3 worth? Well, for $175 it should be in good working condition and pretty good cosmetic condition as well — a Leslie kit adds some value there also.
How do you identify the Hammond organ model?
Look on the back of the organ in the bottom left or right corner for an attached plate with the model number on it. Open the organ top and check the inside of the back organ side. You may need to remove the back frame on certain console model organs to be able to see the inside back frame and locate the model number.
How many Hammond B3 were made?
Around two million Hammond B3 organs have been manufactured. The organ was originally marketed and sold by the Hammond B3 Organ Company to churches as a lower-cost alternative to the wind-driven pipe organ, or instead of a piano. It quickly became popular with professional jazz musicians in organ trios.
