Detail 01
Harmonic Minor tuning
The blow chord is minor and the draw chord is major.
Product detailSKU #1274115055541
Hohner1896 Harmonic Minor Marine Band Harmonica E
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An E-key Marine Band harmonica in Harmonic Minor tuning, voiced for a soulful Eastern European character.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Traditional ethnic music
- Oriental melodies, tangos, and Russian folk music
- Yiddish, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Asian, and European/American folk music
- Selected jazz and classic show tunes
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players seeking a standard major-tuned diatonic sound
- Music that does not call for Harmonic Minor tuning
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Wood comb
The harmonica uses a wood comb.
Detail 03
Full tone
Full tone is a stated characteristic of the Marine Band.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is the E-key version.
- 02Its blow chord is minor while its draw chord is major.
- 03Its tuning is described as having a sound of its own, rather than a standard major diatonic sound.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What key is this harmonica?
E.
02What tuning does it use?
Harmonic Minor, described as traditional minor diatonic tuning.
03How do the chords work in this tuning?
The blow chord is minor and the draw chord is major.
04What styles is it designed for?
Traditional ethnic music, including Eastern European, gypsy, Yiddish, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Asian, and folk music traditions.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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