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The Marine Band 1896 is the origin of the blues harmonica. This iconic instrument embodies the blues like no other and is the benchmark for diatonic harmonicas - which is why it is still built today in much the same way as when it was patented in 1896. Although originally intended for European folk music, the Marine Band's sound quickly became defining in 1896 for the American blues in the 20th century. Almost all the blues greats of the era played it, making it the voice of broken hearts and late night dancing, endless prairies and stuffy nightclubs. Like no other harmonica, the Marine Band 1896 manages to set feelings to music and stimulate creativity. Anyone who discovers this piece of living music history is not just playing the blues. He feels the blues.
specifications
Reed plates: brass, 0.9 mm
Reed Plates Finish: Brass
Reeds: 20, brass
Comb body: pear tree, brown
Comb surface: double lacquered
Mouthpiece finish: pear tree
Lid surface: stainless steel
Number of holes: 10
Pitch range: 3 octaves
Length: 10cm
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