Elka X50 Portable Organ (1970s)
Elka X50 Portable Organ (1970s) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
At Reidy's Home Of Music, we understand how important it is for you to receive your order in a timely and efficient manner. That's why we have put together this delivery information to provide you with all the details you need to know about our shipping process.
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We offer a variety of shipping options to cater to your specific needs. Whether you need your guitar delivered quickly or prefer a more cost-effective option, we have you covered. Our shipping options include:
- Our Standard Shipping: This is our most affordable shipping option, with delivery by express courier taking 1-3 business days , normally via DPD or DHL parcel. Currently FREE on orders of £399 or over and £6.95 for orders under £399
- Next working day Shipping: If you need your guitar in a hurry, our express shipping option means next working day delivery if you order before 2pm. Currently £14.99
- Shipping to Northern Ireland - can take 48 hours to arrive , and please note we can't send very heavy items such as pianos to Northern Ireland due to courier restrictions. £19.99
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Delivery Timeframes:
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Elka X50 Portable Organ (1970s)
Description
Description
This second hand organ is in good condition
The Elka X50, introduced in the late 1970s and early 1980s, is a classic Italian-made drawbar organ designed to emulate the iconic Hammond tonewheel sound. Though not widely known today, it remains a cult favorite among vintage keyboard aficionados.
Build & Design
- Construction: Housed in a sturdy, if slightly bulky, portable case with detachable legs and cross struts. Some units show wear, but the build quality is solid for its era.
- Layout: Features 61 keys and 9 drawbars, mimicking the Hammond layout. The front panel includes faders for rotary speed, key click, tube-style distortion, percussion decay, and volume controls.
Features
- Sound Engine: Fully analog, using additive synthesis via drawbars to shape tones. It includes 7 presets and 4 percussion settings for tonal variation.
- Effects: Built-in rotary speaker simulation (Leslie-style), adjustable key click, and tube-style overdrive add warmth and realism.
- Modifications: Some users have modded their units to enhance Leslie speed, distortion, and percussion decay.
Sound & Performance
- Tone: Rich and warm, ideal for replicating classic rock organ sounds à la Deep Purple, Pink Floyd, or ELP.
- Polyphony: Total polyphony with no MIDI support, making it purely a performance instrument.
- Playability: Easy to use for Hammond players; the drawbar system offers intuitive control over harmonics and dynamics.
The Elka X50 is a charming and capable Hammond clone with a distinctive analog character. While it lacks modern connectivity and may show cosmetic age, its sonic authenticity and tactile interface make it a rewarding choice for vintage organ lovers.
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