The Lester G from Electro-Harmonix is a pedal that emulates the classic sound of a rotary speaker in a compact stompbox enclosure. It features true stereo 1/4" output jacks, an independent compressor, a tube-emulated overdrive section, and three different modes: Slow, Fast, and Break.

Fast mode gives you that twirling tremolo sound, while Slow mode provides a chorale effect. Quickly tap on the Speed/Break footswitch to alternate between the two, with the rate of change determined by the pedal's acceleration knob. However, hold down the Speed/Break footswitch, and you'll halt either setting, thereby setting off Break mode—that welcome relief-from-tension trick often used by Hammond organ players when they're holding down sustained chords. In any mode, a balance knob allows you to blend the lows of the emulated rotor with the highs of the simulated horn, effectively offering you the choice between darker and brighter timbres.

For Guitar or Keyboard Effects    Emulates Classic Rotary Speaker    True Stereo Outputs    Built-In Compressor    Tube-Emulated Overdrive    Slow, Fast, & Break Modes    Speed/Break Footswitch    Expression Jack for Variable Control    Buffered Bypass    Includes Power Supply

The Lester G features a built-in compressor replete with attack and sustain controls. Also, there are two modes of compression: Squash and Normal, which determine how high the compressor's ratio will be, and thus, how dramatically the compression will clamp down.

Push Lester hard enough and you'll drive him right to the edge with this tube-emulated overdrive feature. Set the knob fully counterclockwise to bypass the effect altogether, or crank it all the way to really overdrive the emulated speaker.

With an expression pedal plugged into the jack, you can control the rotation speed, effectively bypassing the acceleration knob and allowing you to move from the slowest chorale to the fastest tremolo with the rock of your foot.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What cable(s) can I use to connect my Nord C2D to this speaker? Besides the expensive 11-pin cable...

A: The 11-pin cable seems ideal for connecting your Nord C2D to the Hammond 3300 Leslie Rotary Portable Speaker (Red Walnut), however as an alternative you could connect the L/R 1/4" outputs of your Nord to the 1/4" line input of the Hammond. A cable such as BH #MOSRC1421412 Mogami 1/4" TRS to Dual 1/4" TS Gold Send/Return Cable (12') would be appropriate.

Q: 2. Can an output jack be added for headphones?

A: The Hammond 981SE Leslie does not have a headphone output. There is a 1/4 output but it is intended to drive a powered subwoofer.

Q: 3. what type of Amplifier is suitable for these speakers?

A: i use a crown xls 1500 and it seems to be properly sized. i also use distribution amplifiers to control a rack of amps, ie. another 2 crowns for fhe subwoofer, more evids, other locations, etc.

Q: 4. where is the power switch for the leslie?

A: In back on the bottom where the speed control and everything else is.

Q: 5. Does this monitor have Luma(Y') Zone Check Color Pattern?

A: No. Please review the following TVLogic that offers luma zone check pattern. TVLogic 18.5" 3G-SDI/HDMI Wide-View LCD Broadcast Monitor BH #TVLVM180A • MFR #LVM-180A https://bhpho.to/34Nnm6W

Q: 6. Is this the entire unit? I am looking for just the array and pole. The listing appears to be for that, but the price listed is more in line with the cost of the array and subwoofer.

A: This the complete system with subwoofer. In the Box: Product Highlights For Portable, Wireless Sound Setups Eight 3.5" Neodymium Drivers Freq Response (with Sub): 43 Hz - 20 kHz Custom Waveguides for Wide Coverage Horizontal / Vertical Dispersion: 120° / 40° Powered by EVOLVE 50 Active Subwoofer 500W of Class-D Amplification Magnetically Locking Mounting Pole Pole Includes Wire Assembly Includes Carry Bag Electro-Voice EVOLVE 50 Portable PA Column Array (Black) Speaker Pole Carry Bag Limited 3-Year Warranty

Q: 7. Has anyone ever tried this with an electric violin? Seriously thinking about this for my Strat, but if it is awesome with a NS Design Wav 5 that could seal the deal immediately...

A: An electric violin with passive pickup will require pre-amplification to utilize this pedal.

Q: 8. will this cut felt pieces?

A: The Dahle 507 Personal Rotary Trimmer is ideal for cutting paper, photos, and cardstock.

Q: 9. Are these a pair

A: Yes

Q: 10. What type of finish is on the cabinet?

A: Red Walnut Veneer