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I've purchased harmonicas from here a few times; every time it came in perfect condition. Very happy with service!
Arturas VaitkusReviewed 26/03/2023Great company - fast service and shipping. I'll be back!
Jimmy TrimbleReviewed 12/10/2023Comprehensive range of harps, sent out promptly. My first point of call when looking for a new/different harp.
Dave MoffatReviewed 06/11/2023Blues
Although early harmonicas (and the Richter tuning system, which is still ubiquitous) were originally designed to play a kind of German Oom-pah music, they are, perhaps most closely connected with the blues, with artists such as Sonny Terry, Junior Wells and Sonny Boy Williamson using the instrument in quite a different way to the musical intentions of its inventors. Blues is generally (but not exclusively) performed on a 10 hole diatonic harmonica, its popularity amongst early blues musicians being largely related to its low cost, decent acoustic volume and its easy portability
Suzuki Harpmaster Diatonic Harmonica
£26.99
12 Keys available
The Suzuki Harpmaster features an easy to play, free blowing design with its solid ABS comb and focused note holes. The bendable laser tuned phosphor bronze reeds produce the clarity and rich, mellow tones you would expect from much more expensive harmonicas. The classically shaped reed covers offer the look and feel of the traditional harmonica and they are built from durable polished stainless steel. The Harpmaster will provide you with years of proven performance. The Harpmaster includes a hard shell carrying case Available in the keys of C, A, A Flat, B, B Flat, D, E, E Flat & G. Check each key to see if we have stock If we are not showing a product in stock, please contact us. ... Read more
Suzuki Manji Harmonica (Richter and Natural Minor Tunings)
£63.99
18 Keys available
The Suzuki Manji harmonica combines advanced technology and functional beauty to create a stunning 10 hole diatonic harmonica. This revolutionary Suzuki diatonic harp is named after Mr. Manji Suzuki, who is the company's founder, and, although elderly, is still actively involved in the management of the company. He started Suzuki Music more than 70 years ago, and initially hand built just a single model. Subsequent investment and expansion eventually led to Suzuki becoming one of the world's most respected manufacturers of harmonicas. The Suzuki Manji harmonica is unique in its use of a composite comb, which utilises wood fibres encased in impermeable resin to combine the tone and responsiveness of wood with the resistance to moisture expansion and easy maintenance of plastic. The phosphor bronze reeds are extremely durable and each instrument is built and assembled with incredible attention to detail. This is evident in its extremely high level of airtightness and the fine tolerances of reed and slot alignment. Consequently, the Suzuki Manji harmonica plays, out of the box, as well as many custom harps, and has an ability to combine power with finesse that few other harmonicas, even at significantly higher price points, are able to achieve. The Suzuki Manji Harmonica is available in the full range of standard major keys plus low tunings. For players wishing to purchase the three most popular keys - C, G and A, a multi-pack is available here, which offers a discount when compared with buying these keys individually. Country, harmonic minor and seventh tunings are also available - please contact us direct to order these. Warning: It has come to our attention that counterfeit Suzuki Harmonicas are being offered for sale through overseas sellers. Please do not fall victim to these illegal sellers of Suzuki Harmonicas. All our Suzuki range have been purchased directly from the official Suzuki distributors. ... Read more
Suzuki Manji Low Tuning Harmonica
£62.99
5 Keys available
The Suzuki MANJI Low tuning harmonica combines advanced technology and functional beauty to create a stunning 10 hole diatonic harmonica. Low tuning models feature extra large lower reed plate for big bass note sound projection. This revolutionary Suzuki diatonic harp is named after Mr. Manji Suzuki, the company's founder — now in his late 80's, however still pretty much in charge. He started with a single hand-built model 70 years ago, and has built Suzuki up into one of the world's premier harmonica manufacturers. Number of holes: 10 Cover plates: Stainless steel Reed plates: Phosphor Bronze, 20 reeds Comb: Resin Wood Composite Low tuning models feature extra large lower reed plate for big bass note sound projection. Available in keys: Low C, Low D, Low Eb, Low E, Low F ... Read more
Suzuki Manji Sky Harmonica
£59.99
7 Keys available
The Suzuki MANJI SKY seeks the lightest breath and tone sensations among SUZUKI 10-hole harmonicas. To achieve this, SUZUKI has developed a newly designed reed. You'll particularly feel the characteristics of this MANJI SKY sound when you play in the mid-bass range, which is often used with 10-hole diatonic harmonicas. The material used for the MANJI SKY is a synthetic composite mixed with specific wood fibres. This combines the warm tone of wood with the durability of synthetic materials. Wood has countless small spaces, which expl its traditional warm tone. The solid body reinforced with wood fibres produces a warmer sound than that created by an ABS body. What's more, the Manji Sky's body transmits vibrations, giving the impression that the whole harmonica is ringing! Finally, there's no deformation due to humidity, thanks to the Blue wood-resin body.... Read more
Suzuki Olive Harmonica
£56.99
14 Keys available
The Suzuki Olive harmonica has modern slightly vented cover-plates that have a bright olive colour, achieved through the use of a high tech process that doesn't utilise any colouring material, ensuring lasting durability and a clear tone. Hybrid Wood-Resin Comb Historically, most harmonicas had wooden combs. This type of comb provides a warm tone, but is prone to absorbing moisture, leading to warping and deformation over time. Many manufacturers responded to this problem by creating a plastic comb, which solves the issue of expansion, but which results in a different tone to wood. Suzuki, in contrast, created a wood-resin composite material for the comb, which is composed of over 50% wood fibres encased in impermeable resin. This provides the tone of a traditional wooden harmonica with the swell resistance of plastic. First utilised on the popular Manji diatonic, this comb has been widely praised by players. Made in Japan Air-tightness is incredibly important in producing a harmonica that is both easy to play and responsive. Suzuki harmonicas use state of the art manufacturing processes to ensure an extremely high level of airtightness. As a consequence, the Suzuki Olive responds rapidly to quick phrases, and provides excellent responsiveness to bends. Suzuki is unique in its utilisation of a welded-reed process, which ensures an extremely high level of accuracy of reed attachment and reed/slot alignment. This enables the reeds to respond to advanced techniques, such as over-blowing, to achieve consistently rich and exciting sounds. These achievements are a consequence of Suzuki's adherence to the Japanese tradition of 'Kaizen', which involves seeking continual, incremental improvements in all areas of a harmonica's production, from manufacturing through to assembly and quality control. Tone-wise, the Olive is similar to the Manji, with which it shares the same composite comb material. It's vent design, however, is different, which gives it a subtly warmer sound. Warning: It has come to our attention that counterfeit Suzuki Harmonicas are being offered for sale through overseas sellers. Please do not fall victim to these illegal sellers of Suzuki Harmonicas. All our Suzuki range have been purchased directly from the official Suzuki distributors. ... Read more
Suzuki Overdrive Harmonica
£59.99
7 Keys available
The Suzuki overdrive has been years in the making, the amazing Overdrive Harmonica is so unique, it even has a special patent to protect its amazing design. Precisely placed holes in the top and bottom of this mouth organ allow you to produce thick, rich and beautiful over-blow and over-draw sounds. Although players have been bending notes for more than a century, it has only recently been discovered that when you draw bend, it is the BLOW reed that makes the bent note. Conversely, when you blow bend, it is the opposite blow reed in the same air channel that makes the bent note. With practice, the new Overdrive Harmonica will let you blow and draw notes with greater control and much bigger volume than any harmonica you've ever played! Comes with a deluxe carrying case. Solid plastic comb Warning: It has come to our attention that counterfeit Suzuki Harmonicas are being offered for sale through overseas sellers. Please do not fall victim to these illegal sellers of Suzuki Harmonicas. All our Suzuki range have been purchased directly from the official Suzuki distributors. ... Read more
Suzuki Pipe Humming Harmonica
£65.99
12 Keys available
Suzuki Pipe Humming Harmonica - This chrome plated harmonica has a very innovative and original design. It is the only harp of its kind and has been constructed to allow easy ‘vibrato’. With this harmonica by closing the end of the extension tube (can be switched for Left Handed use), you will get a beautiful ‘vibrato’ effect the first time you try! ... Read more
Suzuki Play 365 Days Harmonica
£8.99
12 Colours available
The Suzuki Play 365 Days "PlayPal" Harmonica is a nice colourful way to express yourself and your music, a great choice for beginners and children. 12 exciting designer colours let you show your style for all the World to see! Available in the key of C, each PlayPal Harmonica is constructed of high grade plastic with Suzuki logos. Quality reed plates produce a free flowing sound and make them especially easy to play. Collect them all and put some colour into your life! Key: C Holes: 10 Colours: Lemon, Orange, Red, Pink, Mauve, Blue, Sky, Lime, Green, Mustard, Tan, Gray ... Read more
Suzuki Promaster Hammond Harmonica
£47.99
14 Keys available
Ever wanted a Hammond organ that will fit in your pocket? Look no further. The Suzuki Promaster Hammond HA-20 harmonica carries the coloured Hammond logo, which looks great against its black shell. Immediately you will be addicted to its beautiful sound. The HA-20 features Phosphor Bronze reeds and includes a hard shell carrying case. Hard shell carry case included Phosphor Bronze Reeds Warning: It has come to our attention that counterfeit Suzuki Harmonicas are being offered for sale through overseas sellers. Please do not fall victim to these illegal sellers of Suzuki Harmonicas. All our Suzuki range have been purchased directly from the official Suzuki distributors. ... Read more
Suzuki Promaster Harmonica
£51.99
14 Keys available
24The Suzuki Promaster harmonica (MR350) is one of our most popular upper end diatonics, and is part of the professional range by Suzuki Music. It features ergonomically designed, polished stainless steel reed covers, which provide supreme playing comfort. The comb is precision milled from billet aluminium, then given a satin anodised finish for durability and ease of playing. This provides it with a similar tone to other harmonicas which feature the same comb construction, such as the Seydel Noble, plus outstanding resistance to warping and temperature and humidity related swelling, which can afflict many wooden combs. Phosphor bronze reed plates, which are a signature of most Japanese-made Suzuki harps, produce the rich tones and clarity so sought after by professional players, and also offer great durability and lifespan. As you'd expect from a Suzuki, airtightness is first class, and the attention to detail in its construction is class-leading. Harpists who try a ProMaster often find that it rapidly becomes their 'go-to' instrument for all styles of music, such is its ease of playing and responsiveness. All ProMasters come with a hard shell, soft lined case to keep your harp in optimum condition. If you want an all round harmonica that can fit with most styles of music, has a great tone and will require minimal maintenance then the ProMaster is definitely one to try! The Suzuki ProMaster is available in all of the 12 standard major keys, plus low F and high G. A valved version of the ProMaster, which enables bending on the blow cycle as well as the draw is also available here. Warning: It has come to our attention that counterfeit Suzuki Harmonicas are being offered for sale through overseas sellers. Please do not fall victim to these illegal sellers of Suzuki Harmonicas. All our Suzuki range have been purchased directly from the official Suzuki distributors. ... Read more
Suzuki Promaster Valved Harmonica
£49.99
13 Keys available
The Suzuki Promaster Valved harmonica is the valved version of the popular MR-350 diatonic harp from the Japanese company. It uses the same polished stainless steel reed covers and satin finish anodised aluminium comb as the standard Promaster, and is similarly comfortable and responsive to play. Where it differs from the MR-350 is in its use of an innovative valve system, which enables bending in the blow as well as the draw cycles. This opens up a whole new world of playing, as the range of notes available is closer to that of a chromatic harmonica than a standard diatonic. The aluminium comb provides the Promaster Valved with exceptional resistance to warping and excellent responsiveness. Phosphor bronze reed plates, which feature on most Japanese made Suzuki harmonicas, produce the clarity and richness of tone you'd expect from an instrument at this level, whilst also offering class-leading durability. Suzuki is renowned for its attention to detail and the Promaster valved is no exception. Manufacturing tolerances are extremely fine, resulting in a harp with exceptional airtightness and projection. Few harmonicas in this price bracket can compete with the Promaster Valved when it comes to volume! Yet, at the same time, it responds very well to subtle playing dynamics. Like the standard model, the Promaster Valved comes with a custom designed, soft lined hard case, which will help to ensure that your harp remains in perfect condition when it's not being used. The Promaster Valved is available in the 12 standard major keys, plus high G and Low F. Warning: It has come to our attention that counterfeit Suzuki Harmonicas are being offered for sale through overseas sellers. Please do not fall victim to these illegal sellers of Suzuki Harmonicas. All our Suzuki range have been purchased directly from the official Suzuki distributors. ... Read more
Suzuki Pure Harp Harmonica
£125.99
14 Keys available
The Suzuki Pure Harp MR-550 is part of the Suzuki professional range harmonicas. Once again, Suzuki has researched and developed unique professional grade harmonicas. Utilising the most seasoned tone-woods and unique construction techniques, Suzuki proudly offers a line of harmonicas in Rosewood, including the glorious Suzuki Pure Harp. Rosewood has been sought after by top musicians from all over the globe, from Classical Guitar players to top Violinists. This wood allows unique tonal qualities and when used in harmonica construction, gives a warmer tone. Using Rosewood can produce a high velocity of sound and a broad range of mid and low overtones. These 'lows' help to create a complex bottom end which imparts a richness to the overall tone to the instrument. The re-designed reeds, which are the heart of the instrument, have been produced with the advanced player in mind. However, this new reed design makes it easier to play the instrument chromatically, right out of the box! The new Suzuki Reed plates allow ease of play, especially with overblow and overdraw techniques. The MR-550 is one of Suzuki's newest all-hardwood Harmonica. Even the covers are Rosewood! It gives this model a rich, dark and bluesy tone that will have your audience begging for more. The richness of this instrument is unmatched and if you are looking for a traditional sound, here it is! Includes a case Available in 14 keys: C, G, A, D, E, F, Bb, B, F#, Eb, Ab, Db, Hi G and Low F (If we do not have the key you want in stock, please contact us) ... Read more
Tombo Folk Blues MKII Harmonica
£33.99
1 Key available
The Tombo Folk Blues MKII harmonica, is the updated model of the original Tombo Folk Blues. A lot has changed from the original model, and this is a much different instrument. While the original comb was plastic, they have gone for an upgrade to Japanese Maple wood, giving it a much warmer tone. The stainless steel covers have a wonderful Japanese feel engraving, making it unbelievably aesthetically pleasing. The end of each cover has a vent much like those on the venerable Hohner Marine Band, nevertheless unlike the Marine Band, the covers have built in supports at the rear which gives them extra durability if left in your back pocket. Suitable for any player who wants to play the Blues Comb: Japanese Maple Wood Cover Plates: Stainless Steel Clear and bright tone ... Read more
Tombo Hope 10 Diatonic Harmonica
£15.99
4 Keys available
This model is no longer available. Please consider the Lee Oskar Major Diatonic also made by Tombo... Read more
Vox Continental Type 1 Harmonica
£51.99
4 Keys available
Vox Continental Type 1 Harmonica - Introducing VOX’s first-ever harmonica series – a new collection of harps with an authentic rock vibe! Choose between two models, each with their own distinct style. VOX is proud to introduce its first ever harmonic series. A collaboration with the SUZUKI Musical INTS. MFG. CO., LTD., this series fuses the exciting rock spirit of VOX with the proven and timeless design of a SUZUKI. This series inherits the Continental moniker, a reference to VOX’s iconic organ, and features two models: The Continental Type-1 and the Continental Type-2. From aggressive garage rock to melodious ballads, these professional harmonicas are perfect for nearly any genre. The VOX Continental Type 1 is a ten-hole harmonica with an aggressive, resonant sound that is perfectly suited for the classic genres of blues, rock, folk and more. Made in Japan, by Suzuki, it features the unique wood-resin hybrid comb that's normally only found on Suzuki's Manji and Olive models.... Read more
Vox Continental Type 2 Harmonica
£51.99
4 Keys available
Vox Continental Type 2 Harmonica - The Type 2 uses equal temperament which is ideal for playing melodious tunes or ballads. In addition to a natural wood fiber and resin body that provides both excellent sound and durability, the robust sound is projected directly from the back cover openings, producing a clearly defined, round, and warm tone that distinguishes this instrument. With its bold retro-chic red coloring, the Type-2 carries on VOX's high sense of design and style. The VOX Continental harmonicas are the result of a collaboration with SUZUKI, a venerable harmonica manufacturer that was founded more than 60 years ago. The words” MADE BY SUZUKI, JAPAN” on the instrument guarantee the quality that you expect from SUZUKI, a world-wide leader in manufacturing that has earned the long-standing trust musicians around the world. Since the harmonica is meant to be an instrument you can take anywhere, there is a matching VOX plastic case that accompanies the new Continental harmonicas. In addition to the custom-case, the Continental also includes scores for the classic Beatles songs “Love Me Do” and “From Me to You”, as well as a cleaning cloth adorned with the VOX logo. This is truly a special package with a sense of rock authenticity that only VOX could provide.... Read more
HOHNER Beatles Harmonica
£47.99
A tribute to the timeless songs of The Beatles
To honour the invaluable contribution which The Beatles have made to popular musical culture, we have created the new Hohner Beatles Harmonica. Made in Germany to the highest standards of craftsmanship, this great little instrument offers you the opportunity to join the party and play along!
When the Beatles began their musical career in the early 1960s as an unknown pop group from Liverpool, nobody could have dreamed that their music would still be around over 60 years later. From their humble beginnings, in less than ten years they went on to produce a vast body of timeless compositions which have won a place in the hearts of generations of music lovers around the world. The songs of the Beatles have played a defining role in popular music over the last six decades and will still be setting standards for years to come.
With the new Beatles Harmonica, you too can learn to play these timeless melodies. And remember, the Hohner harmonica played a role in some of the Beatles ́ early hits.
Hohner Musikinstrumente GmbH:Hohner Musikinstrumente GmbH is the world market leader in the field of reed instruments with headquarters in Trossingen, Germany. Already in the 19th century, the long tradition of the HOHNER Group in the production of high-quality harmonica and later accordions, melodicas and flutes began. The products are distributed in 85 countries through a network of distribution partners. Millions of music enthusiasts worldwide play HOHNER instruments. More information is available at: www.hohner.de... Read more
Hohner Big River Pro Pack
£77.99
The Hohner Big River Pro Pack contains three of the most popular keys (C, G & A) of the Hohner Big River Harp. The Hohner Big River is an attractive and robust instrument offers an ideal basis for beginners. Streamlined covers with side vents, plastic comb and brass reed plates offer a fantastic price/quality ratio.
Save money by ordering this pack instead of three individual harmonicas.
The Big River is part of Hohner's MS Series of harmonicas. This series is modular in nature, meaning that all parts are interchangeable, including reed plates, combs and cover plates. So, it is possible, for example, to combine the Big River cover plates with the wooden comb from the Blues Harp and the thicker 1.05mm reed plates from the 580/20 Meisterklasse.
Reeds: 20.
Reed Plate: Brass, 0.9mm.
Concave covers with side vents
Black plastic comb with recessed reed plates
Pack includes 3 x Hohner Big River Harp in Keys: C, G & A
Made in Germany
About Hohner
Hohner can lay claim to being the world's second oldest extant harmonica manufacturer (after compatriots Seydel), and has been responsible for many of the most important developments in the history of harmonica production.... Read more
Hohner Blues Band Value Pack
£27.99
The Hohner Blues Band Value Pack contains three of the most popular keys (C, G & A) of the Hohner Blues Band harmonica.
The Hohner Blues Band harp has been used by many beginners, and it has helped them become the musical players they are today. It is easy to play and perfect for new players looking for a durable mouth organ on a low budget. It is part of the Hohner enthusiast series and comes with a plastic comb, that produces a bright and clear tone.
Save money by ordering this pack instead of three individual Mouth organs.
Comb: ABS, black
Number of hole: 10
Reeds: 20 brass
Reed Plates: 0.9mm brass
Read Plate Surface: brass
Cover Surface: stainless steel
Pack includes 3 x Blues Band harmonicas in Keys: C, G & A
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Hohner Marine Band 364 Soloist Harmonica
£46.99
The Hohner Marine Band 364 Soloist has the same tuning as a 12 hole chromatic harmonica but without the button. Solo tuning with 3 complete diatonic octaves.
Reeds: 24
Reed plate: Brass, 0.5mm
Comb: Pearwood
Comes with a Snap case
Key: C Major
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Hohner Rocket 5 Pack
£184.99
- C, G, A, D and Bb
Hohner Rocket 5 Pack - C, G, A, D and Bb - Rock is many things – quiet is not one of them. For a harmonica to not be lost between squealing guitars and heavy drums, it has to be loud too.
Which is why rock harpist Jimmie Bones relies on the power of the HOHNER Rocket. No other harmonica is this loud, while being this comfortable at the same time. Get ready to be blasted through rock, pop, jazz, and country with this incredibly powerful harp for advanced players.
In terms of sound and feel, the Rocket is akin to a louder Special 20, with which it shares many of its features, such as the ABS comb and recessed reed plates. In fact, many players who prefer to the now discontinued Marine Band Series Special 20, prefer the Rocket and the Rocket Amp to the Progressive Series Special 20.
This 5 pack of Rocket harmonicas includes the most popular keys and represents a significant discount over buying them individually. It also comes with a neoprene soft case that can carry up to 7 harmonicas.
Optimized cover plates and larger channel openings
Wide open cover plates with side vents and larger channel openings are specifically designed to generate a loud, powerful sound.
Comfortable comb design
The first serial production harmonica with rounded comb sides, edges, and corners for maximum comfort.
Recessed reed plate
The reed plates are recessed for a more comfortable mouthpiece... Read more
Hohner Rocket Amp 5 Pack
£189.99
- C, G, A, D and Bb
Hohner Rocket Amp 5 Pack - C, G, A, D and Bb - Sometimes, loud is not enough. You need to amplify, and to not lose any of the power you need to be able to enclose the harp and microphone. That’s what the Rocket Amp is designed for. Ergonomic covers with closed sides ensure that all the power and volume of your Rocket Amp are channeled into your microphone – making it the instrument of choice for anyone who wants to amplify their playing on stage.
The Rocket Amp uses the same reed plates as the standard Rocket harmonica, meaning that you get the same great tone and response, but with a cover plate design that is perfect for use with microphones. The Rocket can trace its origins back to the Special 20, with which it shares many features, such as the ABS comb and recessed reed plates. Many players who had a preference for the Marine Band Series Special 20 have found that the Rocket and the Rocket Amp are the closest in sound and feel to that harmonica.
This five pack of the most popular keys represents a significant saving over buying the harps individually, and it also comes with a 7 harp neoprene soft case.
Closed covers
Cover plates without side vents direct all the sound towards the microphone.
Comfortable comb design
The first serial production harmonica with rounded comb sides, edges, and corners for maximum comfort
Recessed reed plate
The reed plates are recessed for a more comfortable mouthpiece
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Hohner Rocket Pro Pack - C, G A
£115.99
The Hohner Rocket Pro Pack - C, G A contains three of the most popular keys (C, G & A) of The Hohner Rocket.
The Hohner Rocket represents a new breakthrough in diatonic mouth organ design. The ergonomically designed comb has rounded sides and edges for wonderful comfort. Wide open cover plates and channel design enhance projection to ensure maximum loudness. The Rocket allows players to express a powerful, dynamic sound.
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Hohner Special 20 5 Pack - G, A, C, D and E
£145.99
Hohner Special 20 5 Pack - G, A, C, D and E - This 5 pack of Special 20s gives you the most popular keys, plus a convenient zip up case for significantly less expense than purchasing the five keys individually.
About the Special 20
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. This makes it more comfortable to play, and the most copied harmonica design worldwide. Its distinctive sound is perfect for everything from Folk and Country to Rock and Pop. The Special 20 offers everything a professional harpist needs, but it’s also the ideal beginner’s instrument thanks to its smooth playability and comparatively affordable price. If you’re not just looking for a companion for the first few steps, but one to take you all the way, the Special 20 is your best possible bet.
Special 20s, like all of Hohner's Progressive Series harmonicas, is made in Trossingen, Germany, where Hohner has been producing harmonicas since the 19th Century. As the world's largest harmonica manufacturer, Hohner is able to combine state of the art manufacturing facilities with traditional craftsmanship, ensuring that their instruments are of the highest quality at any given price point.
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Hohner Special 20 Pro Pack
£83.99
The Hohner Special 20 Pro Pack contains three of the most popular keys (C, G & A) of the The Hohner Special 20. It has reed plates which are recessed into the injection moulded durable plastic comb, creating a projecting mouthpiece which offers unparalleled playing comfort. The Special 20 has recessed reed plates affixed with screws. Rounded covers with closed sides give a warm, powerful tone which has made the Special 20 a favourite among rock and country players as well as blues musicians.
The stable construction and full sound make the Special 20 one of the most popular Richter models. Airtight, loud and reliable. Save money by ordering this pack of the three most popular keys instead of three individual harmonicas.
A fantastic choice for your first harmonica, but also widely used by professional harmonica players
Reeds: 20
Reed Plate: Brass, 0.9mm
Mouthpiece surface: ABS
Comb: Plastic
Cover Service: Stainless steel
Pack includes 3 x Hohner Special 20 in Keys: C, G & A
Made in Germany
The Special 20 is the world's most widely imitated harmonica. It was the first mainstream harp to utilise an ABS comb, which was a significant improvement on the unsealed Pearwood combs that were common at the time of its launch, and which were prone to swelling issues. Today it remains virtually unchanged from the original model, bar a few modifications to the location of holes for screws on the reed plate, and offers the same great sound and feel that it always has.... Read more
Seydel Big Six Blues Classic Harmonica
£27.99
The Seydel Big Six Blues Classic harmonica is a 6 hole blues harp in the key of C, (holes 1-6 =12 tones) and is therefore suited best for playing in the second position. A wonderful gift and a great idea by Seydel.
Great sound because of the stainless steel reeds also used in Seydel's top-model the 1847!
Comes with a lanyard
Packed into a tin-can, that serves as packaging and also as a resonator for many sound effects!
Sealed wooden comb
6 holes
blow
C4
E4
G4
C5
E5
G5
Hole
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
draw
D4
G4
B4
D5
F5
A5... Read more
Seydel Just Play Harmonica - Junior Starter Kit
£26.99
The Seydel Just Play Harmonica - Junior Starter Kit comes with a booklet (36 pages) & video workshop for children from 6 years old up to adults of any age. Everyone can enjoy this fantastic starter kit.
With this workshop you will learn how to play harmonica - even if you have never played another instrument before.
Your teacher Mr. Just will help you to succeed - step-by-step! With the videos (or the multimedia programs) you can easily practise wherever you go. Ten songs for any occasion and a high-grade "JUSTY" harmonica in C-major included! Just scan the QR-codes in the booklet with your smartphone* and each lesson will start automatically - it is that easy!
The unique tutorial method with "Mr. Just" as the conductor is very easy to understand and it is a lot of fun to play along.
In the book you will also find the sheet music/tabs and the lyrics of each song. In the videos the sheet music scrolls slowly from the right to the left and you can play along untill you can play a song by memory!
Additionally each song can be started as a multimedia-program on your desktop computer. Then you can mute the harmonica and play along to the piano as soon as you learned to play a certain song!
DOWNLOAD the Android APP today! Here
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Seydel Mini Harmonica
£8.99
The Seydel Mini Harmonica is ideal as a gift, and quite a novelty item to take to a festival or whip out at a party. Show your friends your blues skills on the Seydel Mini.
Key: C
4 holes
8 Notes in C
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Seydel Sampler Harmonica Ab/Low Eb
£265.99
The SEYDEL SAMPLER Harmonica is a real must have for the ambitious melody-player:
One instrument in two keys and three full octaves available.
The SAMPLER is the ideal instrument for playing popular melodies, Folk-music and Irish Folk and a real new challenge for all lovers of the "Chromatic Blues Sound"! The slider switches between two keys (Ab and Low Eb).
- solo-tuning in the keys of Ab and Low Eb
- three fulll octaves in two keys*, conveniently switchable with the slider or lockable
- half-valving, some important bending notes (Bending: technique for lowering the notes)
A comprehensive >Online-tutorial for the SAMPLER explains the instrument's features in detail. You can download the free pdf-version for printout. The online-version for the tutorial contains a large variety of sound examples and playbacks that show the new playing features available on the new SAMPLER harmonica.
* Pressing the slider does not give the semi-note of the chromatic scale like on chromatic harmonicas. The slider does lower the notes for a perfect forth. Therefore the instrument can be played in two differnt keys but the chromatic scale is not available (without playing bending notes). The SAMPLER is not a tremolo harmonica.... Read more
Seydel Sampler Harmonica C/G
£213.99
The SEYDEL SAMPLER Harmonica is a real must have for the ambitious melody-player:
One instrument in two keys and three full octaves available.
The SAMPLER is the ideal instrument for playing popular melodies, Folk-music and Irish Folk and a real new challenge for all lovers of the "Chromatic Blues Sound"! The slider switches between two keys (C and G).
- solo-tuning in the keys of C and G
- three full octaves in two keys*, conveniently switchable with the slider or lockable
- half-valving, some important bending notes (Bending: technique for lowering the notes)
A comprehensive Online-tutorial for the SAMPLER explains the instrument's features in detail. You can download the free pdf-version for printout. The online-version for the tutorial contains a large variety of sound examples and playbacks that show the new playing features available on the new SAMPLER harmonica.
* Pressing the slider does not give the semi-note of the chromatic scale like on chromatic harmonicas. The slider does lower the notes for a perfect forth. Therefore the instrument can be played in two different keys but the chromatic scale is not available (without playing bending notes). The SAMPLER is not a tremolo harmonica.... Read moreBlues Key Harmonica?
If you are playing on your own, then the key of harmonica you choose to play doesn't really matter too much. This said, higher keys (ie those from C to F#) tend to play 'quicker' and are easier to perform bends on (due to the thinner, more malleable reeds) than lower keys (B down to G and beyond).
If you want to play along with recordings of blues artists, the key of C is a good place to start, as it covers a range of popular tunes written in this key and its second position relative key, G.
Most blues harmonicas use the Richter system to lay out the notes, but, in recent years, alternative tuning have been devised to overcome some of the limitations of Richter (which, after all, was never designed with the blues in mind). Brendan Power's Powerdraw and Powerbender tunings aim to position the notes that need to be bent in places on the harmonica where they can be bent, making blues licks easier and more intuitive. Similarly Seydel's Wilde tuning enables more rocky blues based riffs to be played at higher speeds than would be possible on a traditionally tuned harp.
Best Blues Harmonica
Whilst the exact choice of harmonica is a matter of personal taste, you'll generally want a diatonic harmonica made in Germany or Japan. Our top picks are the Seydel Session Steel, Lee Oskar Major Diatonic, Hohner Rocket and the Suzuki Bluesmaster, but there are many other great models out there.
Blues Harmonica C
Not only is C the most popular key of harmonica, but it's also the one for which most online beginner lessons are created, so it's a good idea to make this key your first purchase in your harmonica musical journey.
How to Play Blues Harmonica
One of the major techniques of blues harmonica is the bending of notes. Unlike on guitar, where the bending is generally up to a higher note, harmonicas are always bent down to a lower note. This gives the distinctive blues sound and provides access to the blues pentatonic scale that is key to creating an authentic blues sound. Mastering bending first requires mastering the ability to play single notes; practise and perfect this first before you attempt any bends.
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