What is the difference between Hohner Special 20 Harmonica Major C and the Hohner Marine Band Harmonica Major C? Which would you recommend?
1034754
The Hohner Special 20 is a better quality over the Marine Band. The 20 is what famous players like Bob Dylan and Neil Young use. There is nothing wrong with the Marine Band the 20 is just a little better quality.
1034755
I have never owned a Marine Band; friends of mine have and they highly recommend it, I, on the other hand have owned harmonicas with a wood comb, I find a plastic comb much better to work with....so I have never been enthused about wooden combs after my experiences. As far as the Major C question is concerned; a Major C is a Major C, is a Major C...as far as I know.
1034756
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.
1034757
Looks like your questions have been answered. I find $40 to $50 is plenty to spend on a harmonica - especially if you are at a level where you are asking a question like this. Go with the Hohner Special 20s and you won't be sorry. I've heard wooden combs swell up but never tried one. Love my first Special 20 and about to get a second one soon. Probably a D.
972056
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/
1714486
If it's made in Germany, it will say so ON THE HARMONICA. (It is my understanding that the Chrometta series is now made in China.)
972058
I believe they are the same thing. Orange box that says "Progressive" in it? I think it's what you ordered. Mine came same way. See the Hohner site for more details.
1110917
The C-3 is mostly used as a main studio mike for instruments. The C-1 can be used as a main, but is mostly used as a support mike for instruments both live and in studio. So it depends on what is being recorded and how high a quality sound you want. Both are great as radio mikes for voice application.
834252
Sorry, I bought the harmonica for a friend. He's gone, but, he left some great memories.Good Luck to you, keep blowin' on that harp.
80468
In my opinion you should go for the hohner first. It's a very nice and light accordion. The buttons are so light too. I love my hohner panther, and from videos that I've seen on YouTube a lot of guys have this same exact accordion.
984818
try this one first, if she is a begginer she will find ,for the cost of one Lee Oskar, a whole range of sounds. Hohner Piedmont Blues - Diatonic - 10 Hole Harmonica Set - Keys - A,Bb,C,D,E,F,G
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The HH01 will accommodate 10 hole diatonics up to 4.25 inches in length. However, keep in mind that the HH01 doesn't offer much in the way of adjustment. From the reviews I've read, most users find it sits too high, and reverse the neck piece to bring it down a little. I had to make additional modifications to make it work for me, including CAREFULLY bending the frame, to get the right height and tilt (for me). If your concern is a proper fit to your anatomy you may want to consider the fully adjustable Hohner (approx. $50). Otherwise, if the Golden Melody is 4.25" in length or less, it should fit. The HH01 will accommodate 10 hole diatonics up to 4.25 inches in length. However, keep in mind that the HH01 doesn't offer much in the way of adjustment. From the reviews I've read, most users find it sits too high, and reverse the neck piece to bring it down a little. I had to make additional modifications to make it work for me, including CAREFULLY bending the frame, to get the right height and tilt (for me). If your concern is a proper fit to your anatomy you may want to consider the fully adjustable Hohner (approx. $50). Otherwise, if the Golden Melody is 4.25" in length or less,... » Read More The HH01 will accommodate 10 hole diatonics up to 4.25 inches in length. However, keep in mind that the HH01 doesn't offer much in the way of adjustment. From the reviews I've read, most users find it sits too high, and reverse the neck piece to bring it down a little. I had to make additional modifications to make it work for me, including CAREFULLY bending the frame, to get the right height and tilt (for me). If your concern is a proper fit to your anatomy you may want to consider the fully adjustable Hohner (approx. $50). Otherwise, if the Golden Melody is 4.25" in length or less, it should fit. « Show Less
2123895
although I have several Lee Osker harps they would NOT be my first choice but for a low end harp they are not bad but for a few dollars more I would much rather have the Seydel Session steel it has stainless steel reeds it will last a lot long and play well much longer before going flat or having a reed fail
1087514
If the melody maker is like the Hohner Golden Melody, they use a more exact tuning so they are good for first position "straight harp" styles where you play more melodies as opposed to riffing. This does not mean that you can not play them in second position (cross harp for blues and rock), but they are also very good for folk and country. Although the tuning is slightly different, I have not really noticed much difference in playing, though they seem to have a more clean sound but not much different.
1613953
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
1615885
I think you are asking about a Bb (flat) trumpet and a C trumpet. Those refer to the keys the instrument is made in. Almost all music is written for a Bb trumpet. The C trumpet is sometimes used in orchestra. Another use of the C trumpet is to avoid transposition. If you are buying a trumpet for a beginner, buy a Bb trumpet. And remember... buy a high quality instrument. A high quality instrument will sound better, will have very few mechanical problems and retains it's resale value.
2074507
dont know, but get kawai mp 11.. it's awesome.. much better than CEE. feels much more professional and feels like an acoustic
674319
I can not answer in terms of a direct comparison as I have not had the opportunity to do that. I can say that I am satisfied with the Hohner in my context which is using it for right hand practice or exploring melody for my accordion learning efforts.
1207359
Hey - I never had any luck mixing the Digitech RP355 with harmonica. Unpredictable feedback. I recommend the EHX Deluxe Memory Boy and Holy Grail. Also look into pedals by the Lone Wolf Blues Company, particularly the Tone Plus.
329760
The bass has a split key that allows you to play the C with depression both keys and the C# with the depression of one key. As a side note, we've found this bass a little workhorse for our group. It delivers decent tone and volume for a fraction of the cost of a wooden bass. It's a great travel bass, but be a little careful of the keys since they are plastic, they can get broken - we've never broken a key on either of our Yamaha basses with over two years of use/travel. Be aware that this bass requires a reasonably high volume of air so your bass player needs good breath support.