Hohner Marine Band Classic Bb Major Harmonica

General

The Marine Band Classic is over a century old, but still enjoys great popularity among many international artists. Small wonder, when you consider the immense influence the Marine Band harmonica has had on modern music. From blues and rock to jazz and country, the Marine Band can do it all, so it's not surprising its great sound can be heard on countless hit songs and film scores. With the Marine Band Classic in Bb, you can be a part of that history too! Experience Hohner's perfectionism and the characteristic German quality of the Marine Band.

Pear wood and copper

A harmonica's core is of the utmost importance, as it determines the instrument's sound to a great extent. Hohner's patent application of January 30th, 1896 features a number of remarkable attributes. This harmonica's comb is made of pear wood, ensuring a warm sound with plenty of resonance. To prevent it from swelling or shrinking over time, the comb was properly lacquered and isolated inside the harmonica. To provide the world's most famous diatonic harmonica with a stable base, twenty copper reeds are attached to a copper reed plate. This construction is not only rugged and flexible, but also allows for raw tones that can easily be bent. To make your sound slightly more rounded and to add more warmth, Hohner has given the Marine Band Classic stainless steel covers with stylish Hohner and Marine Band prints.

Playing the Marine Band Classic Bb

The Marine Band is a flexible instrument that will serve you well at home and on your travels. It's only ten centimetres long, so it easily fits in your pocket. Are you serious about playing the harmonica? No problem; the Marine Band is perfectly suited for the stage, the studio or your rehearsal space. This particular model is tuned in the key of Bb, which makes is ideal for music in F. Thanks to Hohner's indisputable expertise, this reliable instrument will grant you years of playing enjoyment.