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Harmonicas can be used to perform classical music as well as pop, jazz, folk and blues. Harmonicas that are used for this type of music generally fall into two categories: orchestral - where the harmonica is designed to be used as part of an ensemble, and will belong to a specific pitch range and timbre; and chromatic harmonicas, where the instrument is designed to occupy a similar musical space to other accompanied solo instruments, such as the flute.
Suzuki Sirius S-48S Harmonica
£425.00
The Suzuki Sirius S-48S harmonica combines excellent sound production and elegant design which will impress both audience and players alike. Suzuki have used their vast experience and know how to create the ‘Fabulous’ series, which in turn lead to the creation of the ‘Sirius’. Every detail about the design of the ‘Sirius’ has been carefully researched, resulting in a new standard of Chromatic Harmonica. This unique model allows the player to perform a wider range of playing expressions.
Available Keys: C
Range: 12 hole 48 notes (C1 to D4)
Slide Alignment: Straight
Cover Plates: Brass with Matt Chrome Plating
Body: ABS resin with brass weight
Reedplate: Brass with chrome plating
Reed: Phosphor bronze
Mouthpiece: Silver Plated Brass
Dimensions: 158x45x31
Weight: 334g
Accessories: ABS Case, Cleaning Cloth.
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Suzuki Sirius S-56C Harmonica
£598.99
The Suzuki Sirius S-56C harmonica combines excellent sound production and elegant design which will impress both audience and players alike. Suzuki have used their vast experience and know how to create the ‘Fabulous’ series, which in turn lead to the creation of the ‘Sirius’. Every detail about the design of the ‘Sirius’ has been carefully researched, resulting in a new standard of Chromatic Harmonica. This unique model allows the player to perform a wider range of playing expressions.
Available Keys: C
Range: 14 hole 56 notes (G to D4)
Slide Alignment: Cross (Long Stroke)
Cover Plates: Brass with Matt Chrome Plating
Body: ABS resin with brass weight
Reedplate: Brass with chrome plating
Reed: Phosphor bronze
Mouthpiece: Silver Plated Brass
Dimensions: 177x45x31
Weight: 395g
Accessories: ABS Case, Cleaning Cloth.
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Suzuki Sirius S-56S Harmonica
£598.99
The Suzuki Sirius S-56S harmonica combines excellent sound production and elegant design which will impress both audience and players alike. Suzuki have used their vast experience and know how to create the ‘Fabulous’ series, which in turn lead to the creation of the ‘Sirius’. Every detail about the design of the ‘Sirius’ has been carefully researched, resulting in a new standard of Chromatic Harmonica. This unique model allows the player to perform a wider range of playing expressions.
Available Keys: C
Range: 14 hole 56 notes (G to D4)
Slide Alignment: Straight
Cover Plates: Brass with Matt Chrome Plating
Body: ABS resin with brass weight
Reedplate: Brass with chrome plating
Reed: Phosphor bronze
Mouthpiece: Silver Plated Brass
Dimensions: 177x45x31
Weight: 395g
Accessories: ABS Case, Cleaning Cloth.
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Suzuki Sirius S-64C Harmonica
£734.99
The Suzuki Sirius S-64C harmonica is part of Suzuki's Sirius range of high end harmonicas that incorporates 12, 14 and 16 hole chromatics.
Using the experience gained from the development of the Fabulous range of harmonicas, Suzuki has fitted the Sirius with brass weights that enhance the tone and timbre of the harmonica, particularly at the lower end. This is combined with a silky smooth slider action, whose short throw enables rapid trills to be achieved with ease.
Like most Suzukis, the reeds are phosphor bronze, which give exceptional durability and responsiveness. Build quality is extremely high, and the precision tolerances provide an instrument with unmatched airtightness.
Available Keys: C
Range: 16 hole 64 notes (C to D4)
Slide Alignment: Cross (Long Stroke)
Cover Plates: Brass with Matt Chrome Plating
Body: ABS resin with brass weight
Reedplate: Brass with chrome plating
Reed: Phosphor bronze
Mouthpiece: Silver Plated Brass
Dimensions: 195x45x31
Weight: 395g
Accessories: ABS Case, Cleaning Cloth
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Tombo Pocket Bass Harmonica
£104.99
Tombo pocket bass harmonica
Great for beginners to play ensemble. Tombo has the history of more than 80 years since it was established in 1917, their harmonicas are produced with Japanese craftsmanship. This harmonica has great tone, and is fairly simple to produce good quality sounds.
Ten Holes/ten Tones. ( two duplicated).
Tonal Range E -f (E/F#/G/A/B/C/D/F)
Plastic Body.
Blow only
W 145 x h 59 x d 49 mm.
359 g.
Includes zipup carrying case
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Tombo Pocket Chord Harmonica
£115.99
The Tombo Pocket Chord harmonica 8 chord harmonica with brass reedplates fully recessed in a satin finished ABS comb, stainless steel cover plates, and held together by screws and nuts. The Tombo Pocket Chord is wonderful for group and ensemble players, adding that extra depth to the music. Each chord has four blow reeds and the tuning and reed adjustment is excellent. The major and minor chords are tuned in Just Intonation to give the smoothest possible chords and the 7th chords tuned as a pure major triad with a tempered seventh added. A great harmonica for the beginners to play ensemble.
Tombo are known for manufacturing the Lee Oskar diatonic range, which can be found here
8 Holes
Range: C ~ B7 (C/D7/Dm/E7/F/G7/Am/B7)
ABS Comb
Stainless Steel Cover Plates
Blow only
W 147 x h 37 x d 26 mm
138 g
Includes zipup carrying case
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Tombo S50 Chromatic Harmonica
£35.99
There are two problems with current chromatic harmonicas; the slide and and the air-valve. The Tombo S50 chromatic harmonica has no slide or air-valve, which helps to extend its lifespan versus traditional chromatic harmonicas
Also it's constructed to provide one tone per hole, which makes it possible to produce significantly higher volume levels than traditional chromatics. Major notes are on the top, with sharps and flats on the bottom.
44 Reeds 44 Tones
Tonal Range : c1~c4
Yellow plastic case
Slideless Chromatic
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Toots Thielemans Hard Bopper Harmonica
£214.99
The Toots Thielemans Hard Bopper Harmonica was developed in cooperation with the legendary Jean "Toots" Thielemans, the grand old man of harmonica jazz. Toots recommends the Mellow Tone for ballads or classical pieces and the Hard Bopper for more contemporary material.
Thicker plates and long slot reeds give this instrument a full, powerful sound with the fast response needed for jazz and rock music. It has a pearwood comb, optimized for improved response in the upper register.
Comb: Pearwood, brown
Number of holes: 12
Reeds: 48 brass
Reed Plates: 1.2mm brass
Reed Plate Surface: Nickel
Cover Surface: stainless steel
Slide Construction: straight
Mouthpiece Surface: Chrome
Length: 15.5 cm
Comes in a plastic snap box
Chrome plated brass covers with Toots signature embossing
Keys: C Major
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Toots Thielemans Mellow Tone Harmonica
£201.99
The Toots Thielemans Mellow Tone Harmonica was developed in cooperation with the legendary Jean "Toots" Thielemans, the grand old man of harmonica jazz. Toots recommends the Mellow Tone for ballads or classical pieces and the Hard Bopper for more contemporary material.
Short slot reeds and thinner reed plates make this model perfect for playing ballads. The pearwood body gives the instrument a warm, resonant tone.
Comb: Pearwood, brown
Number of holes: 12
Reeds: 48 brass
Reed Plates: 1.05mm brass
Reed Plate Surface: Nickel
Cover Surface: stainless steel
Slide Construction: straight
Mouthpiece Surface: Chrome
Length: 15.5 cm
Comes in a plastic snap box
Chrome plated brass covers with Toots signature embossing
Keys: C Major
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Hohner Chrometta 14 Harmonica
£114.99
Out of stock
The Hohner Chrometta 14 is the largest harmonica in the Chrometta series, boasting 56 notes which offers a complete tonal range of a violin. It has wider channel openings making it easier for the beginner to play single notes. This model is excellent value for money if you want to try the out the enlarged 56 note version of a chromatic harp. Comb: ABS, black Number of holes: 14 Reeds: 56 brass Reed Plates: 1.05mm brass Read Plate Surface: brass Cover Surface: stainless steel Slide Construction: zigzag Plastic injection moulded comb 56 notes, 31/2 octave range, C-major Length: 19 cm Keys: C Major ... Read more
Hohner CX12 Jazz Harmonica
£239.99
Out of stock
At first glance, the striking red-to-gold opalescent finish of the CX12 Jazz is hard to overlook. However, there’s more to this baby than meets the eye. Based on the brilliant and successful design of the CX12 Black, the CX12 Jazz boasts a narrower mouthpiece radius, which makes it even more comfortable to play and facilitates single reed note bending for greater expression, allowing you to break with chromatic convention and redefine your creative possibilities. If you want a loud, responsive chromatic that offers you killer tone and maximum punch, it doesn’t get much better than this! Reed plates (material, thickness): brass, 1.05 mm Reed plates (surface): brass Reeds (number, material): 48, brass Comb (material, color): ABS, black Comb (finish): ABS, matt Mouthpiece (surface): ABS, red to gold lacquered Cover plates: ABS, red to gold lacquered Slide construction: zigzag Keys: C Type: chromatic Tuning: solo tuning Number of holes: 12 Tonal range: 3 octaves, C4 – D7 Length: 16.8 cm / 6.6" About Hohner Hohner is one of the world's leading harmonica manufacturers and has been producing harmonicas in Germany since the middle of the 19th century. It produced the world's first production chromatic harmonica in the 1920s and has been at the forefront on harmonica design for well over a century.... Read more
Hohner Double Bass 58 Harmonica
£1,199.99
Out of stock
The Hohner Double Bass 58 Orchestral harmonica is a bass with a wow-effect. As well as rhythmic accompaniment, every harmonica ensemble needs a suitable bass. With this 2-voice instrument each channel contains two reeds, tuned exactly one octave apart, giving an extremely fat sound. The lower of each pair of octave-tuned reeds is located on the inner rows of the instrument, ensuring that high and low ranges are equidistant from one another and thus enabling balanced micro-phoning. For the first time, the mouthpiece of the Bass 58 and Bass 78 models has been integrated into the body, making them remarkably airtight and ensuring matchless response and volume. This Hohner Double Bass 58 is a top of the line model and was developed in close cooperation with leading international players to create a high end professional instrument, combining unprecedented performance and ease of playability with the finest Hohner quality - a milestone in Hohner‘s legendary series of orchestral harmonicas. Optimised channel openings ensure great response even at low volume. Mouthpiece integrated into comb construction for maximum air tightness and volume. Complete stability in all climate zones thanks to modern acrylic glass body. Also known as the Hohner M965 Double Bass 29/58 / Hohner Bass 58 Entirely assembled with screws for easy maintenance. Key specifications: Bass 58 Tonal Range: E1-E3 (1E-e) Comb: Acrylic glass, transparent, colourless Number of hole: 29 Reeds: 58 Brass Reed Plates: 2.0mm brass Read Plate Surface: brass Cover Surface: Chrome Mouthpiece Surface: Acrylic glass Length: 21.3 cm Case/Packaging: Zip Case Included Accessories: Black straps ... Read more
Hohner Super 64 Performance Series Chromatic Harmonica
£328.99
Out of stock
Hohner Super 64 Performance Series Chromatic Harmonica The original HOHNER Super 64 embodied the high end chromatic harmonica since it first came on the market. With the new Super 64, HOHNER upgrades this iconic instrument with a breathtaking design and a whole range of innovative features. The VarioSpring System permits individual adjustment of slide spring tension, while the revolutionary construction of the new SilentSlide is exceptionally airtight and almost completely silent in operation. In addition, the optimized comb chambers ensure the fastest possible response. The new Super 64 also sets new standards in durability and ease of maintenance. The reed plates are mounted with screws, without contact to the covers, reducing reed wear and making basic maintenance much simpler. The covers are attached separately and the nylon case provided also serves as a mobile work bench. Truly a giant step in the evolution of the chromatic harmonica. The new Super 64 features 1.2mm brass reed plates, an ABS comb, stainless steel cover plates and zigzag slide construction. It's solo tuned and has a full 4 octave range from C3 - D7. If you're a Stevie Wonder fan, and want to replicate his style, then this is the harmonica for you. Stevie used a Super 64, and later, it's sibling, the Super 64x, on many of his most famous recordings, and can still often be seen playing a Super 64 at live events. Its range and tone are key to Stevie's style of playing. About Hohner Hohner is one of the world's oldest harmonica manufacturers and has been producing harmonicas in Germany since the middle of the 19th Century. Its Marine Band diatonic harmonica has been used by many of the most famous harp players, from Sonny Terry to Bob Dylan, and its wide availability and relative inexpensiveness helped it to play a part in kickstarting the blues genre. Hohner hasn't rested on its laurels, though; although the Marine Band is relatively unchanged, the company has introduced many innovations, such as recessed reed plates, ABS combs and ergonomic chromatic harps.... Read more
Hohner Super 64X Performance Series Chromatic Harmonica
£499.99
Out of stock
Hohner Super 64X Performance Series Chromatic Harmonica When the original Super 64X hit the market it astonished chromatic enthusiasts with its beautiful black and gold design and its volume boost thanks to the double thickness reed plates on the first two octaves. With the new Super 64X HOHNER has managed to top expectations once again. Its double thickness reed plates now extend over the entire range of the instrument, offering a massive boost in volume in all octaves and the high-end coating gives it a uniquely attractive appearance. The VarioSpring System permits individual adjustment of slide spring tension, while the revolutionary construction of the new SilentSlide is exceptionally airtight and almost completely silent in operation. In addition, the optimized comb chambers ensure fastest possible response. Just like the new Super 64, the Super 64X sets new standards in durability and ease of maintenance. The reed plates are mounted with screws, without contact to the covers, reducing reed wear and making basic maintenance much simpler. The covers are attached separately and the nylon case provided also serves as a mobile work bench. The new Super 64X – a black beauty with a bite! Compared to the Super 64, the Super 64X uses a greater number of bespoke parts, including unique cover plates, mouthpiece, and, of course, the double thickness reed plates, which generate additional volume. For a more detailed overview of the differences please look at our comparison of the Super 64 and Super 64X. About Hohner Hohner is one of the world's oldest harmonica manufacturers, having been producing harmonicas in Germany since the middle of the 19th century. It has been responsible for multiple innovations and is trusted by some of the greatest harmonica players.... Read more
Larry Adler LA16 Harmonica
£195.99
Out of stock
The Larry Adler LA16 is a classical chromatic harmonica, played - amongst others - by Larry Adler, one of the greatest harmonica virtuoso's of all time. Excellent response and full sound. Sound: Chromatic. Reeds: 64 Reed Plate: Brass, 1.05mm Keys: C major Comb: Plastic Case/Packaging: Plastic snap case Size: Length: 18.4cm. ... Read moreOrchestral Harmonicas
When instruments are played as part of an ensemble, such as those in a traditional classical orchestra, a range of pitch ranges and timbres is required in order to provide overall clarity and balance. Orchestral harmonicas are no exception to this rule, and are defined by their range and type. At the lower end, bass harmonicas are designed to operate in a similar range to orchestral bass instruments, such as the double bass. Above this are tenor, baritone and soprano harmonicas, which are often complemented by chordal harmonicas, which provide the bigger sounds usually associated with the strings section in a classical orchestra.
The Best Orchestral Harmonicas
The best orchestral harmonicas tend to be made by established harmonica manufacturers in Germany and Japan. These include Suzuki, Tombo and Hohner.
What Type of Classical Harmonica Should I buy?
For solo performances with an accompanist, a 16 hole chromatic harmonica is usually the best choice, as it provides a wide pitch range and gives access to full chromaticism. Instruments like the Hohner Super 64, the Seydel Symphony 64, and the Suzuki SCX-64 will give access to the range of tones and notes needed for these types of performances without breaking the bank.
For ensemble work Tombo provides a range of relatively inexpensive bass and contra bass harmonicas, which cover the lower notes, whilst Hohner covers chordal and higher range harmonicas designed to play melody lines.
Famous Classical Harmonica Players
Perhaps the most famous of all classical harmonica players is the late, great Larry Adler, whose mastery of the chromatic led even Gershwin, after hearing Adler play Rhapsody in Blue, to pronounce that it seemed like it had been written specifically for Adler.
Over the years, Adler performed and recorded a large number of classical pieces, with his harmonica often taking the place of the solo violin.
Adler died in London in 2001, but he leaves behind a legacy of outstanding performances and can be credited with elevating the status of the chromatic harmonica to sit with serious traditional instruments.
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