Suzuki Manji Sky M-20S. Price includes Free USA Shipping
Please note Low F comes with standard cover plates.
Pursuing the lightest response and tone of all Suzuki 10-hole harmonicas.
New reed design is developed exclusively for the Manji Sky while pursuing lightest reed response and tone among Suzuki's 10-hole harmonicas. You will feel the character of its tone especially when playing in the mid to low range, which is frequently used with 10-hole harmonicas.
Manji Sky offers light tone while Manji offers deep and thick tone. Please try and feel the difference between the two models.
Choose models depending on the sound you want and playing style.
MANJI SKY for playing fast phrases
MANJI SKY is good for a music with phrases that require vamp or quick note changes.
Body and cover material following MANJI
MANJI SKY has the same body as MANJI. The material used is resin mixed with wood fibers extracted from trees, which combines the tone of wood with the durability of plastic. Wood has countless small spaces, which is one of the reasons for the warm tone unique to wood. Similarly, the body also reproduces that structure inside. (*Cross-sectional view). The solid body reinforced with wood fibers produces a warm sound that is different from the tone created from ordinary plastic body, and because the body itself transmits the sound, it features a sound that sounds like the entire harmonica is groaning. There is no deformation caused by moisture, which is a problem with wooden body.
MANJI's distinctive cover
MANJI SKY uses the same cover as the well-established MANJI. The cover shape with the entire back open is designed to allow the reed sound to resonate without loss. Large sound holes are also provided on the sides of the covers to provide the best sound return to the performer. It has a traditional shape to provide a player with exquisite hold feeling and sound projection.
Specifications
| Range | 10Holes 20Notes |
| Material | Stainless Steel Cover Solid body with natural wood fiber |
| Keys | Major 14keys Starting with 7 keys(G,A,Bb.C,D,E,F) at the time of release. |
| Measurement | 100x27x18mm |
| Weight | 65g |
| Accessory | ABS case |
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Customer Reviews
I've been a Suzuki fan since I got my first Bluesmaster back in 2023, but I've wanted to try the Manji (any version) for a while. When I heard there was a version of this with a blue comb (which is my favorite color) and has a timbre that's very similar to a Hohner Golden Melody, I was immediately on board with that idea. Now that I've actually tried it, I really enjoy this harp but I do have one issue with it.
First, I'll start with the positives because there is so much to say about it. The Manji Sky is a beautiful looking harmonica, with the seafoam green plastic mixed with the wood fibers giving the comb an airbrushed look. I'm a huge fan of the harp's timbre, which has a bright and very raspy sound similar to the original Hohner Golden Melody. In terms of temperment, I'm not sure if it's the same as the original Manji but this harp sounds extremely close to Equal temperment which I absolutely love for both playing country and the blues (though a lot of people disagree with me, I do love Equal temperment for playing the blues).
It's a very airtight harmonica as well as being responsive…most of the time. The key word here being "most" because some of the reeds on this harp tend to stick while I'm playing, specifically 3 blow. I'm pretty well known online for being a pucker player, meaning I mostly play with my tongue off the harp and use my lips to create my embouchre. Articulating notes, especially at faster speeds, is a huge part of my sound since I mainly play country music so I like to use very responsive harmonicas. The test I use for whether the reeds stick or not is the first lick in the harmonica solo from Terry McMillan's version of "I'll Fly Away" as it involves blowing in and out while articulating those notes. Most of the harp responds wonderfully but 3 blow is the biggest culprit for getting stuck. I feel like adjusting the gaps on the sticky reeds will make this harp even better for those who like to play a lot of country like I do. Other than that one issue, it's an amazing harmonica.
Thanks for your business, Amy
RR'S
Needed low F reedplate for a Hammond harp.Wanted to try Suzuki manji sky in Bb.Very easy to blow,bend,overblow.I only play Suzuki harps and Ron always has what I need in stock.Store carries every harmonica need and great service. Thanks so much.
So happy that you are happy, Tim!
We appreciate you.
RR'S
The good is that it is very good for bending with little breath effort.
The bad is that it was tuned to A440 and after a short warm up was down to A437. Both the reed plates and the comb were very badly out of flat. Wouldn't recommend it. Get yourself a regular Manji.
The original Manji is much loved by many players, but the three I've purchased over the last ten years haven't done it for me at all. Leaky, too hard to bend to get a decent tone , fast , single note runs were sluggish. It didn't have the dynamism I was looking for. The Manji Air, on the other hand, has a sweet sound right off the bat, it is airtight, and the notes are easy to bend and stretch. Single note runs played quickly can be nicely rendered, with full articulation of each note. The quality of play, sound, and resilience make this ideal for jazzier improvisation. It's a worthwhile purchase indeed.
If you are looking for softer/smoother/elegance with a buttery sound from less breath, these are an amazing choice.