what is happening regarding people getting the hohner instead of schlling?
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I have no idea. I do not remember seeing the Hohner Accordian. It has been 2 years since I purchased the Schilling, but I would recommend it to anyone. You cannot beat the quality for the price. I don't think you would be disappointed.
1740553
It is my understanding the are the same basic guitar...the difference being a change of rosette around the sound hole, just the appearance should be slightly different making it a Limited Edition. A good guitar for the money. I am not disappointed.
558222
D. Kaminsky, pls give us some details on the death of your SoundSticks II. As a current owner I'm very interested in knowing how helpful & co-operative H_K is in resolving your issue. I hope they deal with you fairly & quickly. Personally, I thought their website was a nightmare to negotiate.
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Hohner makes two models of this 1" harmonica. The "Little Lady" is a more precision made harmonica and costs about three times as much as the other model stamped with just the Hohner name on the covers. There is no tell-tale way of knowing if both are made in Germany but I would be almost positive the cheaper model is made in China.
972057
I don't understand the question. What chart? As far as I know, there is only one Special 20- the Marine Band-branded one, as you describe. If you check the Hohner site, that's all you'll find under Special 20, in the various keys. I've been playing them for thirty years- they've never varied, far as I know. If you got something other than the MB Sp. 20 as pictured, you've gotten something weird, maybe not genuine Hohner. Is it maybe country-tuned, or some other odd tuning? Is it from some overseas outlet? I'd be interested in seeing a picture of a progressive Sp.20.
866165
Amazon put us in touch with Cecilio Music who makes the set and they have been a pain. So far we do not have the parts and I've had to send emails, fax an invoice, etc. Just for 2 parts. It feels like they are trying to get out of making this right.
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I recommend neither...Spend s little more money and get a Crossover. When you get the crossover a booklet will be enclosed with the harmonica. The booklet will tell you the only all around harmonica for all types of music is the Crossover. I am giving you advise like I would want someone to give me.
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Dunno the release date for sure but I'm assuming it will be this weekend since they said Sept. 07...as for the fewer keys I think its mainly to reduce the size of the keyboard itself, it kind of has its own advantages to it being a bit smaller....all though in my opinion if they gave it less keys it should be cheaper than the other one but meh, the orginal G15 had a $20 price drop within 2 months of release, so I'm sure this one will too.
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I know that it is the same as the version pictured (Blue with UE on side) and that you have to go through Logitech for any warranty issues. They didn't honor my most recent problems while the product was still under warranty and instead offered the inferior UE600s as a replacement. I already own the UE600s and they're not even on the same caliber as these so I didn't accept that resolution and have since made it my mission to share my story. They're awesome when they work, prone to breaking and Logitech's customer service is the worst I've experienced in the High-end audio world.
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I think the price change is due to new product being introducd. I too am a bit frustrated because a week ago I could have purchased one for $99. Now you can't find them for much less then $200. iHome is coming out with a Zune compatible clock radio for $99 and Altec already has the iM414 speaker set that has a battery option for $99. So the price on the m604 got jack back up.
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There are no markings on them to indicate they are from China except for the case they came in. My first order of the 20's had 3 defective, the re-order had 4 defective, that is holes that either didn't work or partially sounded and not necessarily in tune. I tried contacting a host of people to find if these 20's were China produced or some after market scam. I assumed the great Hohner German workmanship would not have such lax quality control. The best I got was to ship the defective harps to American techs ( my cost) where they would repair and ship back to me at their cost. Quite unsettling for a former trusted product, it should carry a buyer beware rider. Maybe buy them where you can try them, then you can do the return right at the purchase source. Hope this helps, Bruce
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Compared to a metal harmonica the plastic set is no match. I bought the peidmont blues set to get an ear for each key but after a month or so I ended up buying a set of Hohner Special 20's. The sound of the special 20's is far superior to the peidmont set. The plastic body leaks more air, and the reeds are of lesser quality and are very difficult to use for bending and actual playing. I would tell you to spend more and buy a set of special 20's, but if you want a decent case only then the piedmont set should suffice. Bottom line is you're better off spending more on better quality harmonicas. Or even just spending 10 bucks more on one special 20 and not even buying this piedmont set.Happy Harpin'! - Mark Compared to a metal harmonica the plastic set is no match. I bought the peidmont blues set to get an ear for each key but after a month or so I ended up buying a set of Hohner Special 20's. The sound of the special 20's is far superior to the peidmont set. The plastic body leaks more air, and the reeds are of lesser quality and are very difficult to use for bending and actual playing. I would tell you to spend more and buy a set of special 20's, but if you want a decent case only then the piedmont set should suffice. Bottom line is you're better off spending more on better quality... » Read More Compared to a metal harmonica the plastic set is no match. I bought the peidmont blues set to get an ear for each key but after a month or so I ended up buying a set of Hohner Special 20's. The sound of the special 20's is far superior to the peidmont set. The plastic body leaks more air, and the reeds are of lesser quality and are very difficult to use for bending and actual playing. I would tell you to spend more and buy a set of special 20's, but if you want a decent case only then the piedmont set should suffice. Bottom line is you're better off spending more on better quality harmonicas. Or even just spending 10 bucks more on one special 20 and not even buying this piedmont set.Happy Harpin'! - Mark « Show Less
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I personally received a variety of instruments. I purchased mine from Think Fast Toys.
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Supply and demand. More people want the black, so the 2 tone isn't selling as well -and therefore is cheaper.
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The old model can be jail broken which places this in high demand. Because it's in high demand but short supply (when they're all gone, there won't be anymore), sellers can charge a premium price.
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My family has used Hohner Harmonicas for decades. They are manufactured in Germany only. They are the top of the line in harmonicas.
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I finally found some more specific info on the Special 20 - and its recent move from the Marine Band line to Progressive line: http://www.hohnershop.com/blog/is-the-special-20-different-than-it-used-to-be/