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HOHNER Blues Band Harmonica, Key of C, Chrome (1501BX)

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Key of C
Color Chrome
Brand Hohner
Instrument Key C
Material Stainless Steel, Brass
Style Key of C

About this item

  • Top selling beginner harp, Sold brass reed plates
  • Stainless steel coverplate
  • Available in the key of C, Reeds: 20 brass
  • Reed plate thickness: 0,9 mm brass
  • Packaging may vary
  • Top selling beginner harp, Sold brass reed plates
  • Available in the key of C, Reeds: 20 brass

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Price$58.99$57.99$55.99$6.99-10% $8.69
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Get it as soon as Sunday, Mar 31
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Customer Ratings
For beginners
3.8
4.1
4.4
4.8
4.8
4.9
Sound quality
3.5
4.0
4.6
4.8
4.6
5.0
Value for money
3.9
4.5
4.7
4.8
4.8
Easy to learn
3.5
4.0
4.6
4.6
4.8
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instrument key
C
C
C
C
C Major
C
material
Stainless Steel, Brass
Stainless Steel, Brass
Pear Wood
Brass, Plastic, Stainless Steel
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel, Resin, Plastic
Stainless Steel
style
Key of C
Brass
Classic
Brass,Professional
Diatonic Blues Harmonica
Brass

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WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

Product Description

This great hohner blues band harmonica is classic and affordable instrument. It features Brass reeds, plastic body and stainless steel covers. All you need to start playing blues, rock, country or folk.


From the manufacturer

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Blue Band

The Beginner's Blues

Blues is an incredibly versatile and eclectic genre. There’s different styles throughout the US, the UK has its own blues scene, and Irish folk has bluesy influences as well – or does blues have Irish influences? Whichever came first, blues is known and loved around the globe. With the Blues Band, you can join the fun, play along to your favorites, or jam with friends. It’s the perfect first blues harmonica for a small budget.

Technical Details

Reed plates Material: Brass //Thickness: 0.9 mm
Reed plates Surface: Brass
Reeds Number: 20 // Material: Brass
Comb Material: ABS // Color: Black
Comb (finish) ABS
Mouthpiece (surface) ABS
Cover plates Stainless Steel
Keys C, A, G
Type Diatonic
Tuning Richter
Number of Holes 10
Tonal Range 3 octaves
Length 10 cm / 4.1"
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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
2,462 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, value, ease of use, and fun of the harmonica. For example, they mention it's an excellent choice for beginners, it plays engaging and magical music, and it'll get you started on the harmonics. That said, some complain about the hole quality.

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326 customers mention233 positive93 negative

Customers like the quality of the harmonica. They say it's a good enough harmonica to decide if you want to go further. They are also impressed with the build quality and the sound is amazing. Customers also say it makes a great pocket harp and is sturdy enough to survive the bumps caused by getting it.

"...I was so impressed with the appearance and sound I ordered the same make and model in the key of C...." Read more

"...It's a REAL musical instrument, not a cheap plasic toy.The absolute thing that you have to learn FIRST is playing the scale: do...." Read more

"...also had its on personal box that can be used as a case but it is really flimsy and broke on me." Read more

"I’m not a great harp player, but they’re fun to play. Very nice set!" Read more

277 customers mention242 positive35 negative

Customers like the value of the harmonica. For example, they mention it's inexpensive, quality, and fun. Some say it'll last and is a good alternative for beginners.

"...Bluesband is for you, offering both an incredible sound at a remarkable price...." Read more

"...Amazing to get so many keys at this low price. A really good value. I just think somebody’s gonna open it up and say oh no, they’re plastic...." Read more

"...What fun for such a low price!" Read more

"Great price for a replacement harmonica, arrived at the earliest schedule date, with the best customer service...." Read more

273 customers mention201 positive72 negative

Customers like the tone of the brass and woodwind instruments. They mention that it sounds great, is nice, and quiet enough not to disturb others. Some say that the tone is very clear and responsive.

"...as the saying goes. Needless to say, it sounded wonderful. I was so impressed with the quality of its intonation I could hardly put it down...." Read more

"...The harmonica itself feels lovely and has a wonderful sound. Again, I am a complete beginner...." Read more

"...Feels nice to play and really they sound fine! Amazing to get so many keys at this low price. A really good value...." Read more

"...on these harps to get them broken in, but they still honk off-key on several notes...." Read more

223 customers mention197 positive26 negative

Customers find the harmonica easy to use and recommend it for beginners. They say it's a decent starting point and good enough to learn the basics. Customers also say it has a nice sound and is easy to play.

"...So far though it is fairly easy to learn- much easier than the ukulele...." Read more

"...its a good harp for practice after you've had some experience playing the harp. It wouldn't be my first choice for a first time player...." Read more

"...It's a very lightweight harmonica that's pretty easy to use...." Read more

"Good entry level harmonica to see if you really want to keep at it and see if you want to buy an expensive model." Read more

80 customers mention72 positive8 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the harmonica. They mention that it plays well, all of the reeds still work fine, and it's perfect for kids or tweens.

"...But It’s OK! They should play fine. Not sure about the longevity of them...." Read more

"Works fine great beginners or travel harp" Read more

"...both sets contain outstanding harmonicas that are made well and play well...." Read more

"...of the Hohner Marine Band or the Hohner Special 20, but it works very well for practice. I highly recommend this harp for beginners...." Read more

53 customers mention53 positive0 negative

Customers find the brass and woodwind instruments fun to play, great entertainment, and magical. They say the instruments are very playable and a perfect way to help with lung capacity and mucous control. Customers also say the music is pleasant and perfect for getting into it, sitting in the car, and coming to campfire jams. They also mention that the harp is good for jamming on.

"...This Hohner has great sound, easy to carry around and practice, is reasonably tough, and cleans up easily with a moist paper towel...." Read more

"I’m not a great harp player, but they’re fun to play. Very nice set!" Read more

"Quality, very playable" Read more

"...It seems to work okay with single notes and is playable as long as I'm careful to face straight ahead and keep perpendicular to my lips...." Read more

35 customers mention30 positive5 negative

Customers like the size of the harmonica. They mention it's easy for a child to play, fits into tiny hands well, and is portable. Some appreciate the portability factor. Overall, customers are happy with the size and price of the musical instrument.

"...They both are identical in dimensions, weight and touch. With my eyes closed, I couldn't tell one instrument from the other...." Read more

"...But this one is much better. It is more air-tight and much more expressive. Worth the extra $5 if you are serious about playing...." Read more

"...a harmonica. I wanted to give him something that was highly portable, easy to learn and would be funat the same time...." Read more

"...it is the perfect size for his little hands, he loves the different keys and tones and he tries to take it every where!..." Read more

28 customers mention0 positive28 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the hole quality of the harmonica. They mention that the number 2 hole didn't work very well, the draw reed does not work, and the first three holes had problems drawing air. They also say that notes are tough or nearly impossible on some holes and that the holes seem to be picky.

"...the one I purchased, in the key of G, is that both reeds in the second hole do not work...." Read more

"...Bending notes is pretty tough or nearly impossible on some holes...." Read more

"...It leaks a lot of air and several of the holes seem to be quite picky about when they want to actually make noise...." Read more

"...The number 2 hole didn't work very well on the inhale, but over all it was still an alright piece. I could still play some beginner songs on it...." Read more

Empty new box missing the harmonica
1 Star
Empty new box missing the harmonica
So my harmonicas arrived I placed an order for 4 received 3 one is missing just an empty box? 4 boxes thrown in with my book all lose just banging around the whole time on it way to Alasaka. No return or replacement is says?!
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