Sound
Because the G-101 was manufactured by Lowrey, its electronics — and thus, its voicings — are similar to Lowrey's own T-1 and T-2 models; the G-101 is not, however, identical and does contain several distinctive features.
The "Repeat Percussion" sounded similar to tremolo, but used a re-triggering circuit instead; the knob could be used to control its off/on and speed rate. This feature often faded in functionality because it used a "photo-cell" which contained neon gas that could evaporate over time, but this is fixable by locating and installing an appropriate replacement component.
The "Glide" effect pitched the notes flat by a half-step when actuated by a side-lever on the expression pedal. This effect was used by organist Ray Manzarek of The Doors on the recording of "Not to Touch the Earth" (see quote below.)
The "Piano" and "Harpsichord" tabs could be used to simulate the tones of those instruments. The tones could be given an abrupt, striking attack (note-onset time) when the "Percussion" and "Staccato" tabs were selected, producing a piano-like "bounce". The "Sustain" could be used on these latter two voices to leave a somewhat eery jingling "after-ring" harmonic sound when the key was released.
A Lowrey organ, using the "Harpsichord" tab, was used by the Beatles to perform the opening measures of their song Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds. Because of its similarity to that model, the G-101 can be used to simulate that performance.
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