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Ferrofish

Ferrofish B4000+ Authentic Organ Sound Module

$599.00

The B4000+ from Ferrofish is an external sound module that authentically models the original Hammond B3 drawbar organ. The modeled features include ninety-one tonewheels, full polyphony, key clicks and percussion, scanner vibrato, overdrive, rotating Leslie speaker, and much more.

The module includes nine real drawbars, high resolution endless potentiometers and a TFT display. Processing is handled by a Sharc DSP from Analog Devices and a Cortex 3 ARM processor.

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  • Supports 3 Manuals - Upper, Lower, Pedal
  • 9 Drawbars, 6 Dials
  • Tonewheel Emulation
  • Key Click, Key Contact Delay Simulation
  • Percussion
  • Rotating Speaker Emulation
  • Tube Amplifier with Overdrive Simulation
  • Effects with External Audio Throughput
  • 128 Factory Presets
  • 2 x MIDI In, USB MIDI
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About the Ferrofish B4000+ Authentic Organ Sound Module

The Ferrofish B4000+ is a dedicated sound module that authentically recreates the sonic character and playing experience of classic transistor and tone-wheel organs, specifically modeled after the iconic Hammond B-3 and its variants. This modern module leverages advanced digital signal processing and physical modeling to capture the nuanced behavior of the original electromechanical instruments, including the distinctive key click, harmonic drawbars, percussion, vibrato/chorus effects, and the nonlinear response of the rotary Leslie speaker. It is designed for keyboardists and musicians who require the authentic sound and expressive control of a vintage organ in a compact, reliable, and portable rack-mountable unit, suitable for studio recording, live performance, and musical theater.

The heart of the B4000+ is its sophisticated tone generation system, which meticulously models the harmonic content and interaction of the classic nine drawbars per manual. It includes full polyphony and offers multiple organ models, allowing players to dial in sounds ranging from clean jazz and gospel tones to overdriven rock and blues textures. The module provides comprehensive control over the organ's signature effects, including variable percussion (second or third harmonic, fast/slow decay), and a deeply modeled Leslie simulator with adjustable acceleration, brake, and microphone positioning. Physical controls on the front panel or via MIDI allow real-time manipulation of these parameters for dynamic performance.

Connectivity is geared towards the professional musician, featuring MIDI In/Out/Thru for connection to a master keyboard or sequencer, balanced audio outputs (both direct organ and dedicated Leslie outputs), and an expression pedal input for real-time volume swell control. The Ferrofish B4000+ delivers the warmth, grit, and musicality of a vintage organ without the maintenance, weight, or cost of the original, making it a powerful and essential tool for any keyboardist's rig seeking that legendary sound.

Key Features

  • Supports 3 Manuals - Upper, Lower, Pedal
  • 9 Drawbars, 6 Dials
  • Tonewheel Emulation
  • Key Click, Key Contact Delay Simulation
  • Percussion
  • Rotating Speaker Emulation
  • Tube Amplifier with Overdrive Simulation
  • Effects with External Audio Throughput
  • 128 Factory Presets
  • 2 x MIDI In, USB MIDI

Ferrofish B4000+ Authentic Organ Sound Module Specs

Sound Generation & Models
Sound Engine
Physical Modeling of Tone-Wheel & Transistor Organs
Primary Model
Hammond B-3 / C-3 Emulation
Drawbars
Virtual 9 Drawbars per manual (Upper & Lower)
Polyphony
Full polyphony (note limit dependent on engine)
Organ Features & Effects
Percussion
2nd & 3rd Harmonic, Variable Decay
Vibrato/Chorus
C1, C2, C3, V1, V2, V3 models
Leslie Simulation
Fully modeled 122/147 Rotary Speaker with adjustable speed, acceleration, and mic position
Overdrive
Authentic tube/amplifier style distortion
Connectivity & Control
Audio Outputs
Balanced XLR & 1/4" TS (Main & Leslie)
MIDI
In, Out, Thru
Expression Pedal Input
1/4" TRS for volume/expression control
Front Panel
LCD screen and navigation buttons for sound editing
Physical
Form Factor
1U, 19-inch Rackmount
Power Supply
Internal, universal AC
Dimensions
Approx. 48 cm (width) x 22 cm (depth)

Key Features

  • Supports 3 Manuals - Upper, Lower, Pedal
  • 9 Drawbars, 6 Dials
  • Tonewheel Emulation
  • Key Click, Key Contact Delay Simulation
  • Percussion
  • Rotating Speaker Emulation
  • Tube Amplifier with Overdrive Simulation
  • Effects with External Audio Throughput
  • 128 Factory Presets
  • 2 x MIDI In, USB MIDI
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