Hohner M560086: Special 20 C Harmonica, Silver, 30.0 mm*45.0 mm*115.0 mm

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According to How To Play The Hohner 10 Hole Diatonic Harmonica by David Harp 650 harmonicas were made in their first year of production, Matthias Hohner, originally a clock maker began crafting harmonicas in 1857, assisted by his wife and a single employee. The hole 5 draw is tuned a half-step higher than a standard diatonic to make the major scale possible.

Construction-wise, and in pricing as well, the Bluesmaster is comparable to the Hohner Special 20, and like its competitor it features non vented covers and recessed reed plates. Very comfortable to play, it has a great quality response to the blow, with a rich and distinctive sound.

A unique, beautifully mellow sound, based on a revolutionary concept: the Special 20 was the first diatonic harmonica in the world with reed plates recessed into the comb, creating a projecting plastic mouthpiece. La prima volta ho dato il beneficio del dubbio e ho recensito con 5 stelle, dicendo che potevo aggiustarla da solo, mentre questa volta si tratta di un'ancia montata così ostinatamente male che non ho gli attrezzi per mitigare il problema.

And my son is really happy with it (my son is 12 yo and discovered harmonic music :) - wait to see him singing "Mary had a little lamb" :) and. Musical instruments that are given our free instrument setup will be despatched within 1-2 days using. The phosphor bronze reeds are extremely durable and each instrument is built and assembled with incredible attention to detail.Generally, these cookies are only created based on actions you take in response to a service request, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. The Hohner Special 20 features the progressive technology, that allows you to develop your own style of playing and become one of the best harmonica players! The Special 20 Hohner harmonica is a favourite among rock and country players as well as blues musicians, with a rich chord sound thanks to the traditional HOHNER tuning.

The Special 20 is the kind of harmonica you rely on, and the pick for countless gigging players (including Bob Dylan on his 2007/2008 tour). Still, the corners are pretty pointy, so holding it for long periods of time could be uncomfortable, so I dock it one star. The 1847 LIGHTNING harmonica is made without compromise: the best components available and SEYDEL’s masterly craftsmanship were used to build this harmonica lover’s dream. It was the first harmonica to be manufactured with the reed plate counter-sunk into the comb so that your lips are not exposed to the edges of the reed plate. C is a very common key to start with if you're new to harmonica as there's lots of classic you can play with this one harp.This set comes with a foam-lined case that holds the harmonicas in position, allowing easy access to them. This is the Standard Richter tuned Session Steel, however you can also get it in Paddy Richter, PowerDraw, PowerBender, Melodic Maker, Circular/Melody King, Country, Natural Minor and Harmonic Minor. The 1847 LIGHTNING comes with a polished solid comb made of stainless steel that gives the instrument not only extra weight (155 g / 5,5 Oz) but as well adds a very resonant component to the sound. If you need your item delivered on a specific day, you can leave a comment in the box at the checkout and we'll take it from there. Meaning, it you're new to harmonica the special 20 won't require a lot of practiced technique to get a pretty good sound right out of the gate.

The songs of The Beatles have won a place in the hearts of generations of music lovers around the world. The ABS plastic comb offers swell-free performance, making the Bluesmaster an easy harmonica to live with, especially for gigging musicians who need a harp that delivers great tone, but who don't want the fuss of managing moisture levels on multiple harmonicas. The Hohner Special 20’s melody is very distinctive and recognizable, and has shaped the sound of music from folk to pop for over 40 years. For further information on the nature of the review controls, as well as the possibility of contacting the author of the review please consult our CGU.To play solo or together, the Hohner Special 20 is an excellent choice for any musician, in any style. Manji Suzuki, who is the company's founder, and, although elderly, is still actively involved in the management of the company. Keys availableThe Seydel Session Steel harmonica is the upgrade to Seydel's successful Session model, and it comes presented with a bold new look and superior technical reliability, excellent playability and a fantastic sound. The sound that comes out of this is crisp and precise, which will suit any playing style, especially the blues.