XILS LX 122 Premium

In the mid-20th century, Mr. Leslie developed the rotating speaker system to replicate the grandeur of pipe organs using a Hammond organ and rotating speakers. This classic system, which creates sound using the Doppler effect, features two rotating elements: the Horn for treble frequencies and the Drum for bass frequencies. Together, these rotating elements produce unique vibrato, tremolo, and chorus effects, enriched further by room acoustics and reflections.

The LX122 by XILS-lab meticulously emulates this iconic system, capturing the distinct sound of the Horn and Drum, as well as the reflections within the speaker cabinet. The LX122 even recreates the tube amplifier and the specific characteristics of the Drum (woofer response, drum size) and Horn (tweeter response, horn size, and diffusers). It also offers an innovative feature to adjust internal cabinet reflections, allowing users to transition from a standard closed cabinet sound to open-air rotating speakers.

The LX122 is perfect for keyboard and organ players, offering a faithful reproduction of the classic Leslie sound. But for those who want to explore further, the LX122 Premium adds advanced sound-shaping features. You can tweak every aspect of the virtual cabinet: change the characteristics of the Horn or Drum, adjust microphone positions, explore different room settings, or modify the rotating elements’ behavior, including speed, direction, and belt stretch. These advanced features allow for endless creative possibilities.

Key Features:

• Rotating Speaker Emulation: Accurately emulates the rotating Horn for treble and Drum for bass, creating the classic Leslie speaker effect.
• True Stereo Dynamic Engine (TSDE): Simulates a room environment, with two microphones capturing the sound and reflections from the rotating cabinet.
• Advanced Reverb Options: Three types of reverb are available, with adjustable reverb time and frequency response for enhanced spatial effects.
• Tube Amplifier Emulation: Recreates the warm, vintage sound of the original tube amplifiers used in classic Leslie speakers.
• Speed and Inertia Control: Switch between slow (chorale) and fast (tremolo) modes, with smooth transitions and MIDI control for performance versatility.
• Customizable Horn and Drum: Tweak the rotation speed, horn diameter, drum size, and even emulate belt stretch over time for more realism.
• Microphone Placement: Independently position microphones within various room environments for stereo balance and spatial depth.
• Room Acoustics Control: Switch between different room types, from “No Room” to complex settings that offer more stereo and space effects. Some rooms can be CPU-intensive, but the results are worth it!
• Custom Cabinet Building: Design your own cabinet by including or excluding the Horn or Drum and modifying the horn’s metal diffuser for different sonic flavors.
• Dynamic Performance Features: The LX122 Premium offers balance control between Horn and Drum, adjustable drive for rock sounds, and more.