The Marine Band harmonica from Hohner was first introduced in 1896 and its impact is impossible to overstate. Countless musicians were attracted to this instrument due to its accessible price and pocketable size, making it the perfect harp for musicians on the move. The unique "wailing" sound produced from bending notes played a key role in establishing the sound of blues harmonica playing.
Over the years Hohner has made other harps in the Marine Band range, each designed to cater for different needs from musicians. The classic 1896 harmonica is for those who want the original design that was invented in 1896. The Deluxe for musicians looking for that classic sound and design, but with alterations from the 21st century. If you are wanting that Marine Band sound for a more contemporary style of muisc, then the Crossover is the harp for you. Finally, the Thunderbird is for players wanting a deeper sound.
Hohner has been a major player in the harmonica industry since its establishment in 1857 by clockmaker Matthias Hohner. Over the years, Hohner has gained widespread recognition among harmonica players and has become particularly popular in the United States. In the 1920s, Hohner pioneered the creation of chromatic harmonicas, providing players with access to all 12 notes without needing to bend. Today, Hohner is renowned for its diverse range of harmonicas, catering to players of all genres of music. In addition, they also produce melodicas, a similar instrument that uses a keyboard to produce different notes instead of relying on mouth shape. At Musicstreet, we offer a wide selection of Hohner harmonicas for all levels of players.
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