What harmonica should I buy for a beginner?

A diatonic harmonica’s simplicity makes it a great choice for the beginner. Most harmonica teachers recommend starting out with a 10-hole diatonic harmonica tuned to the key of C. The Hohner 1896 Marine Band 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C makes a great beginner’s instrument.

Are Hohner harmonicas still made in Germany?

All models are made in Germany. Today there are a number of variations: Classic: the original Marine Band with a pearwood lacquered comb and brass reedplates.

How long will a Hohner harmonica last?

The reed has cracked at the base, and either it, or the harmonica needs to be replaced. Most go for the latter. With steady playing, a harmonica should go at least 6 months before a reed goes bad.

What harmonicas are worth money?

Bob Dylan’s Auction Harmonica. Price: $13,750.

What is the most common key for harmonica?

C.
First get a harmonica in C. C is the best key to get started because the length of the reeds is average and it’s also the most common key in music. Out of all 12 keys a harmonica in G has the longer reeds and a harmonica in F# has the shortest reeds, C is right in the middle for reed length.

How much does a decent harmonica cost?

A good beginner, yet still pro quality, 10-hole diatonic harmonica is somewhere between $35-$90. A good quality, chromatic harmonica will cost somewhere between $120-$250. If you buy a harmonica within these prices ranges, you can spend more, but you won’t necessarily get a harmonica that plays or sounds better.

Where is the Hohner harmonica factory?

1. The Hohner factory. In this factory in Trossingen/Germany besides harmonicas and recorders the following models are build: Gola, Morino, Genius, Ventura, Corona Classic.

Should you soak a harmonica?

Hohner does not recommend soaking your harmonica. Dipping most wooden bodied harps in water makes them louder for a short time, but will cause the comb to swell and can easily make the instrument completely unplayable.

What is the most expensive Hohner harmonica?

Price: $13,750 His Marine Band set, developed by Hohner, went up for auction at a whopping $13,750 because it came with a note that proved its authenticity.

What harmonica key is best for blues?

Blues songs are usually in E, A, G, C or D, with E, A and G the most common. Other keys are used but these are the most common, particularly with guitar players.

What does Hohner mean in German?

South German: variant of Höhne (see Hoehne). North German (Höhner): topographic name for a marshland dweller, from hon ‘bog’, ‘marsh’ + -er suffix denoting an inhabitant.