Hohner Marine Band 1896 Harmonica Made In Germany - Key of B Flat

Hohner Marine Band 1896 Harmonica Made In Germany - Key of B Flat

KEY OF Bb (B Flat)

The one, the only, the original - the harp that was there when harmonica blues was born. Made famous when played by every serious harmonica player from Little Walter to John Lennon, Paul Butterfield to Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young and many, many more. The result of over 100 years of tradition and German craftsmanship, it is still the number one choice of top professionals and the most recognizable model all over the world, known for its full tone and wood comb. Play the Marine Band and be a part of history. Available in 12 major keys, lower and higher octave and minor tunings.

The Marine Band 1896 is the archetypal blues harmonica. Almost unchanged since it was patented in 1896, this iconic instrument embodies the real deep blues like no other and is the benchmark against which all others are judged. Initially designed for European folk music, it quickly became a prominent voice of American blues of the early 20th century, played by all harmonica players of this era. It’s the soundtrack of broken hearts and dancing all night, of endless prairies and sweaty nightclubs

• Diatonic Scale
• 20 Reeds / 10 Hole
• 0.9mm Brass Reedplates
• Double Lacquered Pearwood Comb
• Stainless Steel Cover Plates
• Length: Approx. 10cm