@Zylstra555 Just replace all of the can-capacitors. If you feel a little more trusting in your abilities you can either rebuild an old can-capacitor by removing the cover underneath and solder into it the equivalent values ( typically 2-4 different values in one can) of individual capacitors. Then just replace the bottom. Each + goes to the symbol impregnated in the base and you match indv. replacement w/ the rating on side. All -'s are grounds and you hook to can itself. I install indv. in chas
For those folks that don't know, there is some very interesting history behind the first digital organ, of which Allen was the maker. I found a record about 12 years ago that said Allen Digital Organ. I looked at it thinking, '' Wow, I bet it has some 'and,nand, or, nor' gates switching ranks or something and they're calling it 'Digital' ''. Actually, no it was a fully digital organ! No oscillators as was known up to that point, and certainly something so unique that it had no competition.
@paulj0557 Actually, there is one single rank (the celeste) that uses older non-digital technology. Of course, this isn't an essential part, and it made perfect sense to go this route since transistor tech did what it needed to do for that single purpose just fine.
We may be getting one of these for our church soon, I'm trying to decide if it is a good idea or not -- certainly better than the Hammond.
@Zylstra555 It depends on the tone you are after and the reliability factor certainly plays into it. I prefer the Wurlitzer electrostatic reed organs - I have a Series 31 Orgatron from 1946 and a 4410 spinet from 56'. These are both very warm & reliable too. Tone is generated from strategic placement of pick-ups around the reeds a wide variety of voicing can be achieved. Watch> WurliTzer 4602 - Cap hunt: Part 2 Playing & In Dulci Jubilo on the WurliTzer. Google - Wurlitzer 4600 Series Organs
@paulj0557 I haven't heard an Orgatron, but I have heard the Electrostatic Wurtlizer Reed Organs and I thin they are amazing! One came up on Craigslist for free about a half-year ago, unfortunately it had been left on after the previous owners death and became unplayable without a great deal of work. The voicing on Wurtlizer electrostatics allowed for true harmonics to come across, giving a realistic and pleasant sound. Our Hammond is starting to have cap issues, not good at all.
@Zylstra555 Oh' don't let the capacitors on a Hammond ( especially! not many) worry you. You don't have to be an electronics wizard to put in new can-capacitors. Buy a soldering iron, solder, a solder sucker/or copper solder braid ( w/ solder braid you heat up the braid over the existing old solder with your iron and as heats it wicks up into the braid. Once removed any part just lifts out.) Get a replacement capacitor and solder it into place and you are done. That easy!
Nice! I used to play an organ almost identical to that at a local church years ago. I'll bet they still have it, but I know for a fact it is unused. Good to see people giving them another chance!
Lovely Medley Richard, and once again, a lovely sound. I am very envious of you. I used to play the piano, but never really took it to the level that I should have. I play totally by ear, as my ability to read notes went out the door years back.
I just wanted to say, our church just got our Allen MOS1 organ this morning, and it is fantastic! I absolutely love it.
Zylstra555 3 months ago
@Zylstra555 Just replace all of the can-capacitors. If you feel a little more trusting in your abilities you can either rebuild an old can-capacitor by removing the cover underneath and solder into it the equivalent values ( typically 2-4 different values in one can) of individual capacitors. Then just replace the bottom. Each + goes to the symbol impregnated in the base and you match indv. replacement w/ the rating on side. All -'s are grounds and you hook to can itself. I install indv. in chas
paulj0557 3 months ago
For those folks that don't know, there is some very interesting history behind the first digital organ, of which Allen was the maker. I found a record about 12 years ago that said Allen Digital Organ. I looked at it thinking, '' Wow, I bet it has some 'and,nand, or, nor' gates switching ranks or something and they're calling it 'Digital' ''. Actually, no it was a fully digital organ! No oscillators as was known up to that point, and certainly something so unique that it had no competition.
paulj0557 1 year ago
@paulj0557 Actually, there is one single rank (the celeste) that uses older non-digital technology. Of course, this isn't an essential part, and it made perfect sense to go this route since transistor tech did what it needed to do for that single purpose just fine.
We may be getting one of these for our church soon, I'm trying to decide if it is a good idea or not -- certainly better than the Hammond.
Zylstra555 4 months ago
@Zylstra555 It depends on the tone you are after and the reliability factor certainly plays into it. I prefer the Wurlitzer electrostatic reed organs - I have a Series 31 Orgatron from 1946 and a 4410 spinet from 56'. These are both very warm & reliable too. Tone is generated from strategic placement of pick-ups around the reeds a wide variety of voicing can be achieved. Watch> WurliTzer 4602 - Cap hunt: Part 2 Playing & In Dulci Jubilo on the WurliTzer. Google - Wurlitzer 4600 Series Organs
paulj0557 4 months ago
@paulj0557 I haven't heard an Orgatron, but I have heard the Electrostatic Wurtlizer Reed Organs and I thin they are amazing! One came up on Craigslist for free about a half-year ago, unfortunately it had been left on after the previous owners death and became unplayable without a great deal of work. The voicing on Wurtlizer electrostatics allowed for true harmonics to come across, giving a realistic and pleasant sound. Our Hammond is starting to have cap issues, not good at all.
Zylstra555 4 months ago
@Zylstra555 Oh' don't let the capacitors on a Hammond ( especially! not many) worry you. You don't have to be an electronics wizard to put in new can-capacitors. Buy a soldering iron, solder, a solder sucker/or copper solder braid ( w/ solder braid you heat up the braid over the existing old solder with your iron and as heats it wicks up into the braid. Once removed any part just lifts out.) Get a replacement capacitor and solder it into place and you are done. That easy!
Orgatron's pre-46Wurli
paulj0557 3 months ago
That looks like an Allen ADC or MDS model.
I love how you got that theater organ sound! Way to go!
CantorNikolaos 2 years ago
Very nice. I like it. Beautifully playd!5*
judyesther 3 years ago
You are great
Brolin123456789 3 years ago
Nice! I used to play an organ almost identical to that at a local church years ago. I'll bet they still have it, but I know for a fact it is unused. Good to see people giving them another chance!
Organgrinder010 3 years ago
Thats kind of my style of playing the Organ, But I play a Allen Organ. I really like this video.
Terrrrrry 3 years ago
I ike it too, and i aint even Sveedish
hotsickle 3 years ago
You seem to be the last of the true "romantics"
Shadylane75 4 years ago
Lovely Medley Richard, and once again, a lovely sound. I am very envious of you. I used to play the piano, but never really took it to the level that I should have. I play totally by ear, as my ability to read notes went out the door years back.
sylvi2909 4 years ago
Super to get those hands on some nice organ "bones" and by golly don't you make it sound sweet.
edonmusic 4 years ago
Wonderful! Love it!
elaur73 4 years ago
Thank you for listening, m'Lady.
slowdog294 4 years ago
Another FANTASTIC Job !!!! Keep em Comin' Doc !!!
dynamic881964 4 years ago