Diatonic Single Reed Models

These models include some of the most popular harmonicas and are used in Blues, Folk, Country, and Rock. All feature reeds which are tuned to produce the natural notes of the scale without any additional sharps and flats. Most are ten hole instruments with the four middle holes comprising a complete eight note octave, and the holes an either side extending the scale and permitting chord playing. These models are capable of producing the expressive effects of bending and overblowing.

1896 Marine Band

Internationally recognized by players for its simple beauty and resonant tone, this is the most famous harmonica in the world. The pearwood body, solid brass plates and patented cover design produce a musical quality that, when first heard in 1896, brought the Marine Band immediate popularity. This is the model that helped to create the sound of the Blues, Country, Folk and Rock.

Specifications:

10 single holes, 20 reeds, length: 4".

Keys:

Regular Tuning: G, Ab, A, Bb, C,C3, D, Eb, E, F, F#

Low Octave (1896L): D, Eb, E, F, F#

High Octave (1896H): G

Minor (1896M): G, Ab, A, Bb, B, C, C#, D, Eb, E, F, F#

Natural Minor (1896NM): G, Ab, A, Bb, B, C, C#, D, Eb, E, F, F#

532 Blues Harp

The world's first harmonica designed especially for Blues, the Blues harp features a wood body for natural tone, powerful reeds for deep, gutsy note bending and sturdy covers that allow airtight hand control.

Specifications:

10 single holes, 20 reeds,

Length: 4"

Keys: G, Ab, A, Bb, B, C, C#, D, Eb, E, F, F#

542 Golden Melody

Curved cover plates extend the entire length of the harmonica, providing increased resonant capacity. Reeds are set close to the open-framed mouthpiece and respond to the most subtle of commands, making the Golden Melody perfect for overblowing as well as bending.

Specifications:

10 Single Holes, 20 reeds Length: 4 1/8"

Keys: G, Ab, A, Bb, B, C, C#, D, Eb, E, F, F#

Low Octave (542L): Eb, E, F, F#

High Octave (542H): G

590 Big River Harp

A quality, mid-priced model made in Germany. The Big River Harp is part of Hohner's automated Modular System (MS) production and features:

Improved reed design for long life and bright tone
Airtight body for increased volume
Contoured covers that project sound and are comfortable to hold
Attractive case

Specifications: 10 single holes, 20 reeds,
length: 4 1/8"
Keys: Regular Tuning: G, Ab, A, Bb, B, C, C#, D, Eb, E, F, F#
Low Octave (590L): D, Eb, E, F, F#
High Octave (590H): G

565 Cross Harp

A super-powered harp with a great look, the Cross Harp's thicker plates drive its reeds the extra distance that gives your sound a "No questions", in-your-face edge. The gold-anodized body reflects higher frequencies for a bright tone and is set off by sleek, black covers.

Specifications:

10 single holes, 20 reeds,

Length: 4 1/8"

Keys:Regular Tunings: G, Ab, A, Bb, B, C, C#, D, Eb, E, F, F#

Low Octave: (565L): D, Eb, E, F, F#

High Octave: (565H): G