Re: M3 question

[Ken Williams <kwilliams@sh-gpl.ti.com>]

> 
>       Hi there,
> 
>       My family has inherited a Hammond M3.  We are musicians, but not
>       organists, and would like an estimate of the instrument's value
>       before we trade/sell/donate/whatever.  After checking guidelines
>       on various Web pages, I would rate its condition as good/very good.
>       Probably made in 1959, serial #126098.  Any estimates or other
>       advice would be appreciated.  Thanks.
> 
I've seen them advertized in the paper for $200-$800. I bought one three
years ago for $150. Two weeks ago, I was given one for free. The speaker
was gone, and the amp needed some minor repairs and a couple new tubes,
but it was in otherwise excellent shape. I got it working for $49 in
parts. Assuming you intend to sell it, I'd try starting at $300.

Ken Williams