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Modified Hammond L-100
ca. 1960s
Hammond Organ Company
This Hammond L-100 organ was Keith Emerson's stunt instrument. During improvisations, he would stick knives between its keys to hold down notes, jump on it, and pull it on top of himself. His technicians specially modified the L-100 to withstand these destructive performances and also added pitch-bending capabilities. The organ was retired after it burst into flames during a performance. |