Hohner Blues Harp Model #532 Free USA Shipping

It's hard to figure out just how Hohner prices its harps. I've been playing a number of Blues Harps, and really don't know why it's the least expensive of Hohner's top harps. E.g., a dollar cheaper than the Special 20; two dollars cheaper than the MB 1896; all the way up to $31 cheaper than the Crossover. What you get: Closed-end covers like the Rocket Amp and Special 20; wood comb like the 1896 and MB deluxe; MS reed plates; and the usual great feel of Hohner's diatonics. I have all of Hohner's models in my kit, and find the Blues Harp to be great quality, great sound, and a real value. You can't go wrong.

I have e three of these harps, the ones that come in the "pro pack" of C, G and A. I also have a set of 10 Suzuki Bluesmasters that I will be comparing these too. Now, both the Blues master and Blules harp are great instruments. I recommend them both, but there are a few differences. For one, the Hohner is louder, much much louder, which is cool. Both are pretty easy to bend, but I feel like the Suzuki goes flat on the three hole draw without precise breath control, whereas the Hohner is much more forgiving. So if you are just learning to bend then the Hohner is the better choice, but the difference is minimal (I learned bending on the Suzuki after all). The other big difference is the comb, with the Hohner being wood. Does it sound different? Maybe, but it's hard for me to tell. It does affect the feel in your mouth. Not better or worse, just different. Lastly is the reeds. Hohner uses brass with a more traditional tuning, whereas Suzuki uses phosphor bronze and a modern tuning. So the Hohner has that kind of raspier, bluesier tone to it if you know what I mean. I bit dirtier. Id love to hear it mic'd up, like a Chicago blues set up. I'd also get the Blues Harp over the Marine Band. Easier to maintain, thicker plates, the comb doesn't swell. Anyway, great harp. I plan on buying more eventually.

I usually play my Marine Bands exclusively, but decided to get a Blues Harp in A from my go to source, Rockin' Ron... Great sound, good feel, wood comb and a very nice looking harmonica as well.. I would recommend.