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[joe d]

I think both a pre-amp rebuild and replacing that resisitor are in order.
thanks for the reply and tips.



>
> >>Hi
>
>Sounds like it is time to rebuild the entire unit. Contact a Pro for the
>best results....
>
>shayes>>
>
>   I really hate to disagree with Steve, whose Hammond knowledge is 
>infinitely greater than my own (and who has helped me considerably).  But I 
>had the same problem and -- despite having very limited technical skills -- 
>solved it quite easily.
>
>   I went into the vibrato switch box on my B2, removed the 22K resistor 
>(which is the only resistor in the box) and soldered-in a 12K resistor (the 
>same value used on A-100s and, as I understand it, later production 3 
>series models).
>
>   Bingo! The chorus went from being dull to a wonderful, shimmering sound. 
>It was a real "wow" moment.
>
>   The toughest part is getting into the vibrato switch box without 
>dropping screws into the inner cavities of the organ. Use a stubby 
>screwdriver to get enough room to work and place a towel underneath to 
>catch those screws.
>
>   Maybe Steve's right and your problem is more complex. But if you can do 
>a little soldering, I'd try this first.
>
>   Alan
>

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