Ik Multimedia Hammond B-3x V1.3.0 May 2026

The core of the B-3X’s realism lies in its physical modeling. Rather than relying solely on samples, the software uses 91 virtual, free-running tonewheels to replicate the instrument's physics through code. This approach allows for a level of customization that mirrors the maintenance of a real organ, including:

The IK Multimedia Hammond B-3X is widely regarded as the first official virtual instrument to capture the legendary soul of the original electromechanical organ. Developed in direct collaboration with the Hammond Organ Company and Suzuki Musical Instruments, it serves as a digital landmark for keyboardists seeking the classic B-3 experience without the logistical burden of a vintage console . Unprecedented Realism and Engineering IK Multimedia Hammond B-3X v1.3.0

Designed for both the studio and the stage, the B-3X offers an enlarged controls view specifically for live sessions. It also features deep hardware integration; for example, modern Hammond hardware like the SKX or XK series can automatically map to the software's controls, allowing musicians to maintain the tactile feel of physical drawbars while leveraging the software's high-fidelity sound engine. The core of the B-3X’s realism lies in

: This update bundled 24 custom presets created by industry legends like Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater), who famously used the B-3X as his primary organ for festival performances with Deep Purple. Performance and Integration Developed in direct collaboration with the Hammond Organ

: Replicates the specific decay times and volume behaviors of the original hardware.