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The harmonica has featured in a wide variety of popular music over the years. From the folk harmonica of Bob Dylan, through to Stevie Wonder's soul and jazz inspired playing, and even metal recordings by artists such as Black Sabbath, the harmonica has proven itself to be extremely versatile.
Suzuki Chromatix SCX-64 Harmonica
£239.99
The Suzuki Chromatix SCX-64 harmonica is part of the brand's SCX series, which includes 12, 14 and 16 hole chromatic harmonicas.
The SCX-64 is the 16 hole version, and like almost all 16 hole chromatics is available in the key of C only.
Made in Japan, and featuring phosphor bronze reeds and a sleek and smooth slide mechanism, the SCX-64 feels much more expensive than it is, and will suit a wide range of musicians from beginners looking for a quality instrument, through to expert players who seek excellent playability and great tone from a harmonica that doesn't break the bank!
The SCX's comb is ABS, making it completely swell resistant, and the screwed on reed plates are simple to change when the time comes.
Chromatic
Valved Harmonica
Ergonomically designed mouthpiece
Precise and smooth slide mechanism
Holes: 16
ABS comb
Phosphor Bronze reeds
Chrome plated covers
Soft lined case
Available only in key: C
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Suzuki Gregoire Maret G-48 Harmonica
£628.99
The Suzuki Gregoire Maret G-48 Harmonica is a chromatic signature model of star player Grégoire Maret. Grégoire was constantly seeking this mysterious "Beautiful Dark Sound" throughout the development of his signature models. He proposed many ideas, including the materials to be used, the colours, the tolerance of the reeds and other intricate aspects of these magical instruments.
After exhaustive research, the G-48 and G-48W fulfil the spirit of his ideas to the last detail. The G-48 has a powerful and intense sound that's combined with a unique dark blue coverplate. The special plating is not just beautiful but has high durability characteristics. This plating material is renowned for its durability.
Number of holes: 12
48 notes
C ~ D4, Sliding Chromatic
Phosphor bronze reeds
Brass covers plated with Blue abrasion resistant plating
Dimensions: 155 x 45 x 30mm (6.10"x 1.77"x 1.18")
Weight: 341g (0.75 lb)
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Suzuki Gregoire Maret G-48W Harmonica
£681.99
The Suzuki Gregoire Maret G-48W Harmonica is a chromatic signature model of star player Grégoire Maret. Grégoire was constantly seeking this mysterious "Beautiful Dark Sound" throughout the development of his signature models. He proposed many ideas, including the materials to be used, the colours, the tolerance of the reeds and other intricate aspects of these magical instruments.
After exhaustive research, the G-48 and G-48W fulfil the spirit of his ideas to the last detail. The G-48W has a mellower and darker sound. The high durability Rosewood cover gives an elegant sophisticated look. This cover combines ease and secure handling, high durability, and a beautiful dark sound in the overtones. The G-48W is the first ever mass-produced chromatic harmonica with a wooden cover
Number of holes: 12
48 notes
C ~ D4, Sliding Chromatic
Phosphor bronze reeds
Rosewood Covers
Dimensions: 155 x 45 x 30mm (6.10"x 1.77"x 1.18")
Weight: 312g (0.68 lb)
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Suzuki Manji 3 Key Harmonica Set
£135.99
The Suzuki Manji 3 key harmonica set includes 3 x M-20 harps designed for the player on the go. The most popular keys of C, G and A fit nicely in a beautiful carrying case that protects and cushions your Suzuki Manji's from dust and damage. Comes with a free case and discounted price against buying individual Suzuki Manji harmonicas. Features Suzuki's signature wood/resin comb, which provides the tone and warmth of wood, but with none of the swelling issues.
The Suzuki Manji 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, the company's founder — now in his late 80's, however still pretty much in charge. He started with a single hand-built model nearly 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
Keys: C/G/A (3 piece set)
Made in Japan
About Suzuki
Suzuki is one of the world's leading harmonica manufacturers, and has been producing harmonicas and related instruments in Japan since 1963. Its signature feature is phosphor bronze reeds, which provide a distinctive sound and outlast traditional brass reeds.
In common with other harmonicas made in Japan, such as those manufactured by Tombo, Suzukis tend to be tuned to equal temperament, rather than the compromised tuning more commonly found on German made Hohners and Seydels. This makes them ideally suited for playing melody lines, although chords are also possible.
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.
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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 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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Brendan Power Paddy Richter 10 Hole Diatonic Harmonica
£36.99
Out of stock
For those who want a great-playing half-valved Paddy-Richter harp while saving a significant amount of cash, we're proud to announce The Brendan Power Paddy Richter model - manufactured by Easttop. It has a couple of unique features to make it even more user-friendly! First, there's a Look-Dot (position marker) on the middle front of the comb; with a quick glance, this will orient you on the harp so you never lose your place. Second, there's a seventh inside valve to give extra soul and volume to hole 7 blow - a very important note for playing all the main positions in Irish music. Without realising it, players put too much pressure on this reed, often causing it to fail. The extra valve will protect the 7 blow reed as well as allow you to add valved bending and vibrato to it – a win-win! Available in the keys of G, D, C & A. Brendan is really pleased with how his own-brand Paddy-Richter harp plays – you will be too. About Brendan Power Brendan Power is one of the world's leading harmonica players and innovators. He's developed a number of new tuning schemes for harmonicas, including Powerbender, Powerdraw and Paddy Richter and can be heard playing harmonica on a range of recordings from artists such as Sting and Kate Bush.... Read more
Brendan Power PowerBender Harmonica
£28.99
Out of stock
The Brendan Power PowerBender Harmonica tuning builds on the best parts of the traditional Richter Tuning, while altering the scale to make the real juicy and important notes much easier to obtain throughout the whole three octave range. If you're interested in a fresh sound on the 10 hole diatonic, LOTS more bending expression and easy jazzy playing, the Brendan Power PowerBender harmonica is a good choice for you! Same familiar breathing pattern in the upper-middle registers. All draw notes bend everywhere, holes 1-10! On the un-valved version you can overblow every hole 1-10, for full chromatic playing. Overdraws and blow bends are no longer possible or needed on a PowerBender - they are replaced with simple draw bends. On the half-valved version, a mix of normal draw bends and valved blow bends gives full chromaticism. Top octave easy to play (intuitive) as many familiar phrasings can be adopted from the bottom octaves Easy to play in the common positions: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 11th, and 12th. PowerBender Background PowerBender represents the culmination of 30 years experimenting to create personal alternate tunings. Each one is really usable; I’ve proved that by recording 18 albums with various earlier alternate tunings. They all have excellent qualities that remain valid for those who wish to explore them further, and will be described and demonstrated in other books. However, I believe that in the POWERBENDER I have hit a winning combination of strengths that rivals the Richter tuning for all-round playability, but surpasses it for expressiveness, ease of play and contemporary relevance. The POWERBENDER is a new universal tuning updating the 10 hole diatonic for modern music styles, which emphasize note bending and fluent improvisation in different keys. It builds on all the best parts of the traditional Richter tuning, while altering the scale to make the real juicy, important notes much easier to obtain, with fantastic expressive ability throughout the whole three octave range. Its beauty and strength is that it relies overwhelmingly upon draw bending for chromaticism and expression, an easy technique all players master quickly. Every draw note bends a semitone or more. Overblows are still available but significantly reduced in importance, as they are not required for most playing. A development of my earlier tuning experiments, the POWER BENDER reached its final form in 2008; since then I have adopted it as my main tuning for improvising in blues, jazz, rock, folk and pop styles. It’s such an easy and sweet sounding tuning on out-of-the-box harps that anyone who tries it quickly gets hooked.... Read more
Brendan Power PowerDraw Harmonica
£28.99
Out of stock
Brendan Power PowerDraw Harmonica - if you're interested in incredible draw bending expression in the top octave whilst retaining all the best aspects of a traditional harp in the lower two octaves, the PowerDraw is a good choice for you! Just top off the standard Richter tuning in holes 1-6 with the logical breathing pattern and draw-bending soul of my PowerBender tuning on holes 7-10. It's a win-win! PowerDraw tuning is a combination of standard Richter (holes 1-6) and PowerBender (holes 7-10). The Best of Both Worlds! It's easy to learn because: The bulk of the harp (holes 1-6) stays exactly the same as normal, so there is no need to re-learn anything in that comfortable range you're so accustomed to. The breathing pattern of holes 1-6 (blow reed low, draw reed high in each hole) is retained all the way up to hole 10 on the PowerDraw! This gives the top octave an instant feeling of familiarity to anyone who tries it, because the techniques and riffs that work so well lower down work up there too Simplified Technique: There are no blow bends and no overdraws needed in the PowerDraw tuning. Two of the most important 'blue' notes in 2nd position (the flat third, which was overblow 6) and the flat fifth (overdraw 7) are now simple draw bends on holes 7 and 8: the octave-up equivalents of the familiar draw bends on holes 3 and 4. Every draw note bends from hole 7-10, soulful and easy! That's right - you can now really WAIL up high on your harp! Plus, in un-valved setup, every hole overblows for chromatic playing, and the upper octave overblows are much easier than the overdraws necessary in Richter tuning. PowerDraw works well with the octave-playing approach of tongue blockers. The notes in the top octave are similar to Richter, but the intervals are slightly different. Octave splitting is actually easier, because both blow and draw notes have a 5 hole split above hole 4. ... Read more
Fender Blues Deluxe Harmonicas 7 Pack with Case
£83.99
Out of stock
The Fender Blues Deluxe Harmonicas 7 Pack with Case includes all of the most popular harmonica keys with a soft case in which to carry them. This is an economical way to buy a set of harmonicas that will cover most popular songs, and offers a significant discount over buying each key individually. Keys includes are C, D, E, F, G and Bb. The Fender Blues Deluxe harmonica is perfect for both the seasoned harpist or those who are just starting out and is versatile enough for any level of player. With solid construction, a traditional shape and bright, articulate tone, this diatonic 10-hole harmonica offers the classic sound and long-lasting reliability of any genuine Fender instrument. It features chromed metal covers for comfortable performance, and moisture-resistant ABS plastic combs for bright sound, tuning stability and ease of cleaning and maintenance. About Fender Fender Musical Instrument Corp can trace it origins to Leo Fender’s original business – Fender Radio Service, which was involved in the repair and maintenance of PAs and radio equipment. Experiments with the lap steel guitar in the 1940s led to them changing their name to Fender Instruments, and producing one of the earliest solid body electric guitars – the Telecaster. This differed from competitors' solid body guitars in its use of a more economical bolt on neck, allowing production costs to be lower without sacrificing tone or feel. This led to the development of their most famous guitar – the Stratocaster – which helped to shape popular music throughout the 1960s and beyond. Fender today produces a large range of amplifiers and instruments, ranging from those designed for beginners to extremely high end professional level equipment. Harmonicas are a recent addition to the Fender portfolio of instruments, but the Blues Deluxe has the same level build quality, playability and tone you would expect from any product from the “Big F”.... Read more
Fender Blues DeVille Harmonicas 7 Pack with Case
£229.99
Out of stock
The Fender Blues DeVille Harmonicas 7 Pack with Case features 7 10-hole Blues DeVille diatonic harmonicas, plus a case, for a significantly lower cost than buying the items individually. The Blues DeVille delivers bright, bold tone and uncompromised pro quality, with phosphor bronze reeds, moisture-resistant ABS combs, gold-etched casing and other features that make it a reliable choice for serious performers. The keys included in this pack are C, G, A, D, F, E, Bb, which will cover most popular songs, especially if 2nd position is utilised. The phosphor bronze reeds are responsive, and give a rich, warm sound. They also provide significantly greater longevity than traditional brass reeds, and, when they do need replacing, reed plate sets are available for all keys. About Fender Fender Musical Instrument Corp can trace it origins to Leo Fender’s original business – Fender Radio Service, which repaired and maintained PAs and radio equipment in the 1930s and 1940s. After a brief foray into the production of lap steel guitars, Fender began to focus on the burgeoning market for solid body electric guitars. The result was the Telecaster - a simple and relatively affordable electric guitar that did without the glued in neck and more expensive detailing of the Gibson Les Paul, which was its main rival in the early electric guitar marketplace. Consequently, the Telecaster was substantially cheaper than the Gibson, leading to its adoption by many an up and coming band. Fender today produces a range of amplifiers and instruments, from beginners' models to extremely high end professional level equipment. Harmonicas are a recent addition to the Fender portfolio of instruments, but the Blues Deluxe has the same level build quality, playability and tone you would expect from any product from one of the world's most famous musical instrument manufacturers.... Read more
Hering
View detailsHering Vintage 1923 Harp Harmonica
£36.99
Out of stock
This product has been discontinued. As an alternative please check out the Hohner Marine Band 1896 Classic The Hering Vintage 1923 Harp Harmonica is a reproduction of Hering's first harmonica, all the great blues harpists of the 20's/30/40's / 50's & 60's played with this type of tuning, and if you are looking for that "traditional" blues sound, then the Hering Vintage 1923 Harp is the mouth organ for you. Wooden veneer body Extra thick reed plates Airtight using 7 screws to hold reedplate to comb Bronze lacquered cover plate Attractive antique finish High Volume & Full bodied tone ... Read more
Hohner 360? Collectors Edition Harmonica
£19.99
Out of stock
The Hohner 360° Collectors Edition Harmonica commemorated the 50th anniversary of the remarkable occasion when Walter Schirra played the Hohner Little Lady harmonica in outer space. This Hohner 360 is still small enough to make it your permanent companion. On December 16th, 1965 a musical instrument was played in outer space for the first time in history. Walter Schirra, commander on board the Gemini 6, surprised Mission Control with the Christmas tune “Jingle Bells” played on the Hohner Little Lady, the world’s smallest harmonica. 10 hole diatonic harmonica Transparent ABS body Reed Plates: 0.9mm brass Length: 10.5 cm Key: C-major ... Read more
Hohner Big Valley 48 Harmonica
£25.49
Out of stock
The Hohner Big Valley 48 is a tremolo model for beginners which is simple to use with good response. Well formed cover plate design for easy handling and sturdy construction combined with modern materials such as stainless steel cover plates. Well suited for cowboy songs. Comb: ABS, black Number of holes: 48 Reeds: 48 brass Reed Plates: 0.9mm brass Read Plate Surface: brass Cover Surface: Stainless steel Mouthpiece Surface: ABS Length: 18 cm Comes in a plastic snap case Keys: C major, D major. ... Read more
Hohner Blues Band - 7 Harmonica Set With Case
£99.99
Out of stock
Hohner Blues Band - 7 Harmonica Set With Case - A set of 7 Blues Band harmonicas in the most popular keys (A, Bb, C, D, E, F and G) to get you started playing blues, folk, rock or country music. It also comes with a reference key table so that you will always know which key to use with each song. Includes a sturdy nylon case for storing and transporting your harps, and offers a significant discount over buying all of these harps individually.... Read more
Hohner Blues Harp Pro Pack
£95.99
Out of stock
The Hohner Blues Harp Pro Pack contains three of the most popular keys (C, G & A) of the Hohner Blues Harp. The brand name ”Blues Harp® “ has attained cult status in the contemporary music scene. The Hohner Blues Harp MS model features a functional design combining a wooden comb, high covers without side vents and high quality reed plates to give the instrument its typical bluesy sound, which has made it immensely popular with beginning and intermediate players alike. Every now and again, a branded article achieves such a high degree of success and widespread distribution that the brand name becomes synonymous with the generic product. This has certainly been the case with the Hohner Blues Harp®, now well into its fifth decade as one of Hohner‘s most popular diatonic model. Reeds: 20. Reed Plate: Brass, 0.9mm. Pack includes 3 x Hohner Blues Harp in Keys: C, G & A Comb: Wood. Series: Modular System. ... Read more
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 Harponette Harmonica
£104.99
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The Hohner Harponette was originally released in 1909. A hundred years later, Hohner's master instrument makers have crafted a particularly attractive replica model entirely manufactured in Trossingen, Germany. It features a CNC-milled bordeaux red casing, into which a high-quality Richter harmonica is inset and enables the player to produce a uniquely warm and sonorous tone. A must for any harmonica collector The Hohner Harponette comes in a luxurious embossed case with a magnetic closure. Doussié wood comb 10 Hole Diatonic tuned 0.9 mm brass reed plates 20 brass reeds Stainless steel covers with Harponette embossing CNC-milled solid spruce casing, attractively laquered, with authentic silver imprint Elegantly styled vintage cardboard case with practical magnetic closure Available in C-major ... Read more
Hohner John Lennon Signature M592016 Harmonica
£62.99
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This model is discontinued. However, Hohner now produces The Beatles Signature Harmonica as an alternative The Hohner John Lennon Signature features brilliant white cover plates, stylish packaging and a clear acrylic comb, the John Lennon Signature Series Harmonica by Hohner is hand-made in Germany and will pay tribute to the legacy of its namesake. One of the greatest musicians and composers of the 20th century, John Lennon began playing the harmonica when he was a child in Liverpool and was greatly influenced in the 1960's by American blues music. His playing on #1 hit songs like "Love Me Do","From Me to You","Please Please Me," and "I Should Have Known Better" inspired a whole new generation of harmonica players. Hand-made in Trossignen, Germany, this premium harp is perfect for any collector, fan, or serious harmonica player. Hohner is proud to celebrate John Lennon's spirit of creativity. The M592016 harmonica is a 10-hole Marine Band-style diatonic harp in the key of C. It comes in a clear acrylic case and a white cardboard display box with a magnetic closure. Original Blues Harp with gold-plated reed plates in C-Major Exclusive stainless steel covers with special embossing Specially imprinted Doussie wood comb Robust case with John Lennon imprint in Silver. Comes in a John Lennon designed case. Key: C ... Read more
Hohner Little Lady Harmonica
£11.99
Out of stock
The Hohner Little Lady is the smallest harmonica in the World. It is fully playable and was the first instrument to be played in outer space in 1965. The Little Lady was made worldwide famous in 1965 when Walter Schirra, commander of the Gemini 6 manned space flight mission, used one to play “Jingle Bells” for the his team at Ground Control. With an overall length of only 3.5 cm (1.38 inches) it is the smallest playable series manufactured harmonica in the World and shares the same high technical standards as its larger siblings. Note: This is the German made version of the Little Lady, featuring a pearwood comb, not the Chinese made plastic comb model, which, in our view, is inferior. You can also pick up the Hohner 360° Collectors Edition Harmonica that commemorated the 50th anniversary of the remarkable occasion when Walter Schirra played the Hohner Little Lady harmonica in outer space here Comb: Pearwood Made in Germany Cover Surface: stainless steel Number of holes: 4 0.9mm brass reed plates 8 brass reeds One complete diatonic octave in C-major Length: 3.5 cm About Hohner Hohner is one of the world's oldest harmonica manufacturers and has been producing harmonicas and related accessories in Germany since the middle of the 19th century. ... Read more
Hohner Marine Band 1896 Pro Pack
£95.99
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The Hohner Marine Band 1896 Pro Pack contains three of the most popular keys (C, G & A) of the Hohner Marine Band 1896 classic original blues harmonica. Today it is still manufactured in much the same way as when it was first introduced in 1896. Its uniquely authentic sound has defined the role of the harmonica in the blues tradition and made it the benchmark by which all others are judged. Played by iconic figures such as Little Walter, Paul Butterfield, and Bob Dylan. Save money by ordering this pack instead of three individual Mouth organs. Original cover design from 1896 ensures the classic blues sound Greatly reduced swelling behaviour through double-coated pear wood comb Reeds: 20 Brass Reed Plates: 0.9mm brass Comb: Pearwood, brown Mouthpiece: pearwood lacquered Cover surface: Stainless steel Pack includes 3 x Marine Band 1896 classic in Keys: C, G & A ... Read more
Hohner Pioneer Harmonica
£12.99
Out of stock
On December 16th 1965, a musical instrument was played in outer space for the first time - the HOHNER Little Lady. As this event demonstrates, HOHNER harmonicas are played literally everywhere. Be part of this world and enjoy music - everywhere. The Hohner Pioneer was made to commemorate the Pioneering spirit that sent brave men and women to choose an unknown path and to launch a Pioneering new direction in harmonica design. Features Transparent body Made in the most popular key -- C-major Durable Stainless steel plates Innovative and great looking clear ABS Reed Plate surface, Mouthpiece & Comb. ... Read more
Hohner Remaster Vol I Harmonica
£29.99
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The Hohner Remaster Vol I is part of the 2016 collectors edition remaster series. Comb: Transparent ABS Number of hole: 10 Reeds: 20 brass Reed Plates: 0.9mm brass Read Plate Surface: brass Cover Surface: Stainless steel Mouthpiece Surface: transparent ABS Length: 10.5 cm Comes in a unique pouch, see picture for details Keys: C major ... Read more
Hohner Remaster Vol II Harmonica
£29.99
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The Hohner Remaster Vol II is part of the 2016 collectors edition remaster series. Comb: Transparent ABS Number of hole: 10 Reeds: 20 brass Reed Plates: 0.9mm brass Read Plate Surface: brass Cover Surface: Stainless steel Mouthpiece Surface: transparent ABS Length: 10.5 cm Comes in a unique pouch, see picture for details Keys: C major ... Read moreHarmonica Pop Songs
Perhaps the most famous of all uses of harmonica in a pop song, is John Lennon's playing on The Beatles' early hit 'Love Me Do'. Although this lends itself well to being played on a diatonic, it was actually recorded on a chromatic, as Lennon, at the time, had not mastered the bending technique necessary for the tune.
Other famous pop songs where the harmonica is a standout feature often involve Stevie Wonder, both on his own recordings and as a guest. Examples of the former include 'For Once in My Life' and 'I Was Made to Love Her', whilst the latter includes The Eurythmics hit 'There Must be an Angel'.
Best Harmonica for Pop Music
Pop is an extremely broad church, and covers a whole host of genres, but most players should probably gravitate towards a standard Richter tuned diatonic, or a chromatic. The only exceptions to this rule are for minor key songs, where a natural minor harmonica might suit the piece of music better, and when players prefer the note layout of the Melody Maker tuning, which is well suited to the single note lines that are often found on the harmonica parts of pop songs
Chromatics are particularly useful for pop songs, as they can offer an alternative to the guitar or keyboard solo, whilst providing interesting texture to a song. Think, for example, of any of Stevie Wonder's harmonica - led hits; they just wouldn't sound anywhere near as good with an alternative instrument playing the harmonica line.
Our recommendations for diatonics for playing popular music are the Hohner Rocket Amp - which is great for amplified playing in a band situation - and the Lee Oskar Melody Maker, whose note layout is perfect for single note melodies. For chromatics, it's hard to beat the Hohner Super 64 and Super 64X, which are essentially the same harmonicas that the great Stevie Wonder uses.
80s Pop Harmonica
The harmonica's heyday in popular music was probably the 1980s, where, for example, it featured prominently on one of the biggest global hits of the decade - Karma Chameleon, and was often found in the mix of a New Romantic band's new tune.
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