Wurlitzer 805

The Wurlitzer 605 / 805 Centura Professional 1974

The 605 / 805's heritage start back in 1971 with the 4373 / 4573 with the introduction of the "Orbit III synthesizer". These models had Wurlitzers own "Spectra - Tone" revolving speaker system. The 605 / 805 was almost identical but used updated electronic and included a "Leslie speaker". They also updated the colors off the tabs to be brighter and modern.

805 brochure front

805 brochure back


805 Pedal Voices	805 Solo and Upper Voicing


805 Tibia Voices	805 Tremolo Tabs	805 Cassette Player


805 Upper Cheek Block	805 Lower Cheek Block	My Wurlitzer 805c

805 Orbit III Synthesizer

805 Orbit III Synthesizer Tabs


Orbit III Synthesizer Demonstration Record / Tape 1974 Found Sound From Outer Space by Glenn Derringer


	Top Row 1) Aquarius 2) Sunny 3) Spinning Wheel Bottom Row 4) Girl From Ipanema 5) When The Saints Go Marching In 6) Love Me or Leave Me Use the "F" key on your keyboard to view full screen

Orbit III Synthesizer Controls

I have only made one modification to my 805, I have added reverb to the Orbit III synthesizer on the straight channel

Rare Tape Beginning To See The Light By Glenn Derringer 1974

This rare tape demonstrates the Wurlitzer 805 Centura Professional Organ. Takes you through most of the organ sections one at a time. In the video I have used my own 805 to show close ups of the section being covered.

It also applies to most of the the 605 Centura Deluxe spinet organ as it is almost identical. I was delighted to find this tape as I had forgotten I had it.

Use the "F" key on your keyboard to view full screen

Light' n Easy / Sunshine 1974

Take the creative genius of one of America's outstanding young organists ... combine with a selection of songs that can best be described as "organ favourites" ... add arrangements that really show the versatility and great sounds of an instrument that is truly TODAY - the electronic organ. The Result? A record that will be listed among the top popular organ records for years to come. I hope that you enjoy it as much as I do." Bob Ralston Organist. (Extracted from the back cover) Album # OVQD 1439 or Sunshine Album. Preformed on the Wurlitzer 805.

Play all 11 songs on YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises

Copies can be found for purchase on E-Bay. Not for sale on CD, also available now on Spotify.

Glenn Derringer Plays Great American Music People 1976

A nation's history is often reflected within its music. Through melody, lyric, and rhythm the "music people” of a period preserve the feelings, moods, and attitudes of the "man on the street" for generations to come. Glenn Derringer has selected ten of America's greatest "music people” for this album of spectacular organ sound and performance. Glenn Derringer is internationally known as one of the truly great organists of our time. He is constantly setting new standards in performance with his ingenious command of the instrument... a product of the modern electronic age. (Extracted from the back cover) Album # OV 1707. Alterative cover. Instrument Wurlitzer 805

Play all 10 songs on YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises

Copies can be found for purchase on E-Bay. Not for sale on CD, also available now on Spotify.

Wurlitzer 605 Centura Deluxe 1974:

The 605 is the spinet version of the 805 and is almost identical except for a couple of effects, Marimba, Guitar, Piano and some rhythm patterns. I don't have one in my collection anymore it has been disassembled as spares parts for the 805.

My parents bought me one while I was learning and have recordings of me playing. Follow link for more information.

The Wurlitzer 555 was also very popular sporting the full Orbit III synth but less upper and lower sounds and taking away the 2' footage also.

Wurlitzer 605 Brochure Front

Wurlitzer 605 Brochure Back

<<<<<<<<< BACK >>>>>>>>>