- One of the world's most recognizable harmonicas, known for its full tone and wood comb.
- Tuned to key of C; also available in other major keys, lower and higher octave, and minor tunings.
- Made famous by players from Little Walter to John Lennon, Paul Butterfield to Bruce Springsteen, and more.
- 20 reeds with 0.9mm brass reedplates; pearwood comb.
- Includes distinctive protective case.
Product Description
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The one, the only, the original -- the harp that was there when
harmonica blues was born. Made famous when played by every
serious harmonica player from Little Walter to John Lennon, Paul
Butterfield to Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young and many, many more.
The result of over 100 years of tradition and German
craftsmanship, it is still the number one choice of top
professionals and the most recognizable model all over the world,
known for its full tone and wood comb. Play the Marine Band and
be a part of history. Available in 12 major keys, lower and
higher octave and minor tunings. Reeds: 40 Reed plates: Brass;
0.9 mm Comb: Wood Length in cm: approx. 15.9 This is the essence
of the Classic line -- traditional values and cutting edge
technology. Extremely precise tools minimize air loss and ensure
a quicker response and bigger volume. As always, each Classic
harmonica is exclusively handmade. Horner's diatonic harmonicas
set the industry standard through their high quality
construction, excellent response and unsurpassed tone. Often
called "Blues Harps", they have been a fixture as melody and
accompaniment instruments in blues, rock, country, and folk
bands, as well as many other styles of music and musical
ensembles. Richter tuning and undivided air channels allow for
bending and overblowing the reeds, creating the signature wailing
sound typical of the harmonica
From the Manufacturer
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Presenting the Marine Band 1896 Classic from Hohner.
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From the birth of the blues, the Marine Band 1896 has been a
constant musical fixture. Played by iconic figures such as Little
Walter, Paul Butterfield, and Bob Dylan, it remains the top
choice for the top professional, as well as aspiring musicians
around the globe.
Key Features
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* Single laquered pearwood comb
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* Arched stainless steel covers with side vents, nailed
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* 20 Classic reeds, 0.9 mm brass reed plates, ed with nails
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* Traditional HOHNER tuning
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* Available in all major keys plus special tunings
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* Handmade
The Marine Band 1896 Classic
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The One, The Only, The Original.
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Relying upon over a century of German craftsmanship and
tradition, this harmonica has been universally recognized for its
full tone, musical range, and distinctive wood comb. Let your
musical expression be a part of the continuing Marine Band
legacy.
If there is a single style of music where the harmonica can be
said to have had a formative influence then it has to be the
blues. The instrument in question is the Marine Band 1896
Classic, the original blues harmonica and historically the
world's most popular harmonica. Its uniquely authentic sound has
defined the role of the harmonica in the blues tradition and made
it the benchmark harp by which all others are judged. The
pearwood comb, arched covers with side vents and traditional
HOHNER tuning combine to create the legendary sound which can be
heard on countless classic blues s from the 1920s to the
present day.
A Whole Lot Of History.
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In the heyday of the harmonica during the 1920s, millions of
Marine Bands were exported to the USA every year. European
migrants played a considerable role in the dissemination of the
instrument and areas with a large population of German settlers
such as Texas or Carolina also produced large numbers of black
harp players. The Marine Band was cheap and readily available in
any general store, so it became the most widely distributed
musical instrument in the USA at this time
What's included:
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Marine Band 1896 Classic harmonica, case
Additional Photos:
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Top view.
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The case.
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Key Selection Chart:
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Compare Specifications:
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1896 Classic ( http://www..com/dp/B001V95TDM/ ) Blues Bender PAC
( http://www..com/dp/B007IE5ODO/ ) Special 20 Classic
( http://www..com/dp/B007J49GPK/ ) Type Diatonic Diatonic Diatonic
Tuning Richter - Richter Available Keys G,G#,A,Bb,B,C,Db,
D,Eb,E,F,F# G,A,Bb,C,D,E,F G,G#,A,Bb,B,C,Db,
D,Eb,E,F,F# No. of Holes 10 10 10 Reeds 20 Brass 20 Brass 20
Brass Cover Type Stainless Steel w/Side Vents Stainless Steel PAC
Stainless Steel Reed Plates 0.9 mm brass 1.0 mm brass 0.9 mm
brass Reed Plate Surface Brass Brass Brass Comb Pearwood, Brown
ABS, Black ABS, Black Perfect for these music styles Blues, Folk
Blues Blues, Country/Western, Pop/Rock
More about Hohner Inc.
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Music is one of the most fundamental forms of human expression.
For over 150 years it has been HOHNER's declared mission to bring
the joy of music making to people all over the world, to provide
them with the best possible instruments so that they can discover
their own musical creativity and experience the emotional and
communicative power of music for themselves.
Today our assortment ranges from harmonicas and accordions to
melodicas, recorders, guitars and ukuleles as well as children's
instruments. At the company headquarters in Trossingen with 180
employees, state-of-the-art precision tools, constantly optimized
production methods and finest craftsmanship come together to
create top quality musical instruments which are sold in over 85
countries.