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HAMMOND

Model BV

Model BV

Production Years:
Apr 1946 to Dec 1949
Synopsis:
In a B-3 style case, the BV is equipped with Hammond vibrato providing
three degrees of true vibrato and "OFF" position, effective only on both
manuals simultaneously, together with vibrato chorus usable in three
different degrees and "OFF". It is not equipped with percussion.
Finish:
Walnut
Manuals:
Great and Swell, 61 keys each, 25 radiating pedals.
Controls:
9 presets and 2 sets of 9 drawbars for each manual. 2 adjustable drawbars
(16' and 8') for pedals.
Amp/Output:
Internal preamp.
Features:
The vibrato switch is similar in appearance, function, and placement as on
the B-3. It is a six-position rotary switch whose functions are
V1-OFF-V2-OFF-V3-OFF. Chorus is selected by a toggle mounted on the
stationary part of the music rack.