Hohner Golden Melody D harmonica

General

This diatonic harmonica by Hohner is one of their best-selling products for professional use. This is due to its ergonomic design that's comfortable to hold and play, plus the fact that the Golden Melody's tones are beautifully round and warm. It is the harmonica of choice for demanding melodies, and you'll often come across this instrument in pop, country, blues and jazz music. Its warm sound is partially the result of its closed construction. In addition to this, the Golden Melody is equipped with 20 brass reeds and a brass reed plate. Bending and overblowing are techniques that are relatively easy to execute with this harmonica.

Hohner in the 1950s

To get a good understanding of where these harmonicas come from, we need to take a step back in time to about 6 decades ago in the 1950s. Music was on the verge of a distinctive change, partially thanks to Hohner themselves, who started a revolution with their Marine Band harmonica! The '50s era is known to be a time of exceptional design, which was when the Golden Melody was initially launched. Even today, you can enjoy the retro look of this nostalgic harmonica.

The Golden Melody's materials

All Richter diatonic harmonicas are made of the same components. The tonal character of a harmonica depends on the material and form of each individual component. If we look at the Golden Melody, we find a red ABS plastic comb, which is long-lasting, durable and stylish. The brass reed plates offer space for twenty brass reeds that have been tuned one for one in the Hohner factory. This Golden Melody is tuned to the key of D, making it suitable for music in the key of A. This harmonica's convex covers run over the entire length of the instrument. Thanks to its convex shape, it sits comfortably in your hand. That and the ABS mouthpiece make it incredibly easy to play. Whether you use it at home, in the rehearsal space, the studio or on stage, this harmonica can add bright melodies to any tune!