Hohner Special 20 Eb harmonica

General

Hohner's Special 20 caused a revolution back in the seventies, as it was the very first harmonica ever made with an ABS plastic comb. At the time, most harmonica players were convinced only a wooden comb could produce the best tones, but as it turned out, they were mistaken! After making wooden combs for 100 years, Hohner convinced the world of the benefits of a plastic comb, namely enhanced playing comfort and no more swelling or shrinking, which was the case with wooden combs.

The Special 20 Eb

This harmonica is durable and has an unmistakable sound that's clear, bright and loud. Hohner's high-quality German craftsmanship, enhanced reed design and airtight construction all result in the Special 20's superior response. This harmonica has an impressive 3-octave range and is tuned to Eb, which makes it suitable to play along with music in Bb.

Comfort and professional use

Because the Special 20's comb is made of plastic,it can be moulded perfectly. The comb is the basis of a good harmonica; the other components are all made to accommodate it. The Special 20 was designed therefore with great precision so the covers and construction are as comfortable to play as possible. This instrument is lightweight and easy to manage, and is preferred by artists around the world including Bob Dylan and Mickey Raphael (a member of Willie Nelson's band). The harmonica is suitable for virtually any music genre, including blues, jazz, rock, pop, funk, soul, and country.