Hammond B3 Mk 2-Organ with Leslie Speaker and Bench-New Store Demo-Deal!

This Hammond B3 Mk2 organ is new, but was used as a store demo. It was fully programmed and edited by Scott Russ who is a professional Hammond player and authorized service technician. (Scott would be happy to speak with you about his setup, how his experience and expertise enables him to get the full potential out of these instruments and about the history going back to the original vintage Hammond organs.) We are selling this organ with the bench shown and a new 122 XB Leslie speaker cabinet (also a store demo) for $23,900.00. Comes with the new factory Warranty. Visit or call Scott Russ Music in Merrick for more details.

Music History- March 6

Did you know that Fleetwood Mac’s “Rhiannon” was released on this date in 1976?

Hammond Organs

Did you know that Scott Russ Music is the exclusive NY Metropolitan Area Hammond Dealer? In addition, our shop is an Authorized Hammond Service Center and one of only 25 full line Hammond dealers in the USA. 

Scott and George Benson

We had so much fun at the 2015 NAMM Show, we had to share one more photo. Shown here is Scott with George Benson.

Musical Instrument Repairs

It is important to bring your instrument to a qualified instrument repair shop when a part is damaged or broken. Only a trained instrument repair technician will know how to correctly diagnose problems with your instrument, and know the proper way to fix them.  This will keep your instrument in excellent playing condition and prevent additional problems.  At Scott Russ Music we have an instrument repair shop on site in our store. The repair shop is staffed by 7 experienced technicians, each with an average of over 45 years of experience. Make an appointment to bring in your instrument for a free instrument check. 516-377-7907

Music Fun Fact- The Oboe

Did you know that up until 1770, the Oboe was called the Hoboy?

BeatBuddy Drum Pedals Are Here!

We saw this at the 2015 NAMM Show and couldn't wait to bring them to our customers! The BeatBuddy Drum Machine Pedal provides hands-free control of a beat through your amp or PA. Insert fills, transition from verse to chorus, add drum breaks and accent hits. Easy to use and amazing sound! It won Best of Show at the NAMM 2015 Show out of over 5000 different products (musical instruments & accessories). Visit Scott Russ Music to check it out.

Music History February 11

On this date in 1964, the Beatles played their first U.S. concert at the Coliseum in Washington, DC. The opening acts were Jay & The Americans, The Righteous Brothers and Tommy Roe. The Beatles had arrived in Washington DC by train as a snowstorm prevented them from flying. They were greeted at Washington's Union Station by 2,000 fans who braved the eight inches of snow on the ground.

Edgar Winter at Suffolk Theater

Saw Edgar Winter in concert at Suffolk Theater last night. Great show, plus got to meet Edgar Winter backstage!

Great Leftie Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Ibanez AEF18LE-Left-Handed-Leftie-Acoustic-Electric Guitar!  

This is a fabulous new manufacturer refurbished Ibanez AEF18LE Acoustic-Electric guitar. It is a left handed guitar with 4 band EQ and a beautiful dark violin sunburst finish. Leftie guitars are so hard to find. Grab this one fast! We just can't keep enough of these in stock! Just set up and adjusted by our head luthier with a medium close action which makes it an easy playing guitar. Call or visit Scott Russ Music for more details.

Saxophone History

Did you know that clarinet player Adolphe Sax invented the saxophone? Sax was a Belgian musical instrument designer and musician. The saxophone was invented for use in both orchestras and concert bands. Sax showed his saxophones at the Paris Industrial Exhibition in 1844. He received a patent for the instrument in 1846.
 

Music Fun Fact, January 30

On this date in 1973, KISS played their first show at the Coventry Club in Queens, NY.

The Most Ancient Musical Instrument

The human voice is the most natural and the most ancient musical instrument. Singing has been part of human activity for thousands of years. From singing to calm a baby to cultural and religious expressions, the human voice is the musical instrument many don't even realize they have!

Woodwind Fun Facts

Did you know that not all woodwinds are made out of wood! Some are actually made from plastic or from different types of metal.

January 17 Fun Fact

On January 17, 1969 the song “Lady Samantha” was released in England. It was one of the very first recordings by Reginald Kenneth Dwight, better known as Elton John.

Types of Woodwind Instruments

Did you know that woodwind instruments are divided into two groups based on how air is blown into them?

The two groups are flutes and reed instruments. Flutes have air enter directly through a mouth, or hole in the instrument's head.  Examples in this group are the flute, piccolo and recorder. In reed instruments, air is blown into the instrument through one or two reeds. The reeds vibrate when air is blown, creating the sound.  Examples of reed instruments are the clarinet, saxophone, oboe and bassoon.

Leslie Pedal

The Leslie Pedal adds a distinctive rotary, moving sound to any keyboard, guitar, bass or studio rig.   Designed and built in America, the Leslie Pedal features rotary controls, three footswitches and a gain switch. It replicates the distinctive PR-40 stationary speaker cabinet which was a "secret weapon" for many vintage studio guitar recordings. For more information visit Scott Russ Music in Merrick, NY. 

The Weight at City Winery

Great show last night ‪@CityWineryNYC! THE WEIGHT played songs of THE BAND at City Winery in Manhattan. Scott Russ was there helping the band as the Hammond Organ Representative.

Shown here are Scott Russ, Brian Mitchell and Marty Grebb using a Hammond SK2 and Leslie Studio 12 and some photos from the show.

Music History- January 8

On this date in 1975, three Led Zeppelin concerts at Madison Square Garden sold out in a record four hours.

Origin of the Word Orchestra

Do you know where the word Orchestra comes from?  It is of Greek origin and the word originates from the ancient theater.  The word orchestra refers to the space in the theater between the audience and the stage where the chorus of dancers performed.