Another form of harmonica is the Chromatica and Polyphonia harmonica. Basically identical in design, the Polyphonia (often shortened to "Poly") and Chromatica harmonicas have all notes in a row in chromatic scale, side by side. The Marine Band Thunderbird is a model of low and super-low pitched 10-hole diatonic harmonica that was introduced in 2011. It possesses a bamboo comb like the Crossover, and a conical shaped lower cover plate. Designed by noted harmonica player and customizer Joe Filisko, this plate helps reduce any rattle caused by the low frequency tone produced by the reeds. It is available in low major keys A through F, as well as low B-flat and E-flat, and double-low F. [12] Prince himself had multiple luthier copies of the guitar made, some of them indistinguishable from the original. [68] As such, it's difficult to be definitive about when he was using an actual Hohner guitar.

Sano tube amplifiers, acoustic guitars, bass guitars, electric guitars". www.guitar-list.com . Retrieved 2023-01-15. By 1975, guitar production was entirely in Japan. Around 1976, the 300 Limited Edition series and the 700 series acoustic guitars were added to an expanded range of classical, folk, concert and dreadnought guitars. [60] In 1977, a range of electric guitars was introduced consisting mainly of replicas of popular Fender and Gibson guitar and bass models. [61] Some electric guitars were made at the Moridaira factory [62] in Matsumoto, some acoustic guitars were made at the Terada factory, with the remainder made by unidentified factories.That said, the Special 20 uses the Marine Band technology and we prefer the Hohner Special 20 because the plastic comb on the Special 20 doesn’t swell over time.

The Hohner Marine Band 1896 Classic harmonica is the original blues harmonica. Today it is still manufactured in much the same way as when it was first introduced in 1896. Its uniquely authentic sound has defined the role of the harmonica in the blues tradition and made it the benchmark by which all others are judged. Hohner Musikinstrumente GmbH & Co. KG - The Bob Dylan Signature Series". Hohnerusa.com . Retrieved 2010-03-19. Find 64 chromonica chromatic Harmonicas by Hohner". Hohnerharmonicas.net. Archived from the original on 2009-11-17 . Retrieved 2010-03-19. The most popular models are either single-sided or double-sided Echo harps, but the single-sided ones can be combined into quadruple or sextuple 'corncob' setups, with a different key on each row.Rare Vintage Framus/Contessa/Hohner 1970 German Model HG-681 12 String Acoustic Dreadnaught | Reverb UK". reverb.com . Retrieved 2023-01-15.

Field, Kim. Harmonicas, Harps and Heavy Breathers: The Evolution of the People's Instrument. Cooper Square Press, 2000 (updated edition), p. 291. ISBN 0815410204. The deluxe combines the legendary Marine Band character with a variety of improvements which optimize handling and greater response, whilst still retaining the essential richness and power of the Marine Band sound. The Meisterklasse chromatic is a very high-end model (7565). It is Hohner's premium 14-hole chromatic (56 notes). Like its diatonic sibling, it features an anodized aluminum comb, and chrome-plated brass cover plates and mouthpiece. [42] The cover plates extend the length of the comb. Essentially, it looks like a bigger version of the original diatonic Meisterklasse introduced in the 1980s (but which was later revised for the MS series reed plates). Tone – The tone of this harmonica is supreme. The brass reeds and wood comb give it that beautiful “woody” tone that, in my opinion, just can’t be beat. Of course, the tradeoff is comfort, but for tone, the Marine Band 1896 easily gets 5/5 Stars. In the 1920s, Hohner began manufacturing chromatic harmonicas, which unlike the "standard" diatonic form can be played in any key. Famous harmonicist Borrah Minevitch claimed he sold his design for the chromatic harmonica to Hohner. [4] The company headquarters in TrossingenHoward Levy – The multigenre harmonica player is noted for playing several different brands but says the Golden Melody is his favorite. Golden Melody, designed by Frank and Cham-Ber Huang, has a curved shape. This German-made, plastic-comb model has a slightly different tuning ( equal temperament) than other diatonic harmonicas, making the Golden Melody better suited for playing single-note melodies and solos. [25] also known as the Mini Harp, is Hohner's least expensive model. With four holes, the 38C plays a single octave in the key of C. Like other budget harmonicas, the 38C is manufactured in China with a plastic comb. [27] In addition to diatonic harmonicas Hohner also produces other types such as chromatic [30] and tremolo harmonicas. [31] Chromatic [ edit ] Hohner "Super Chromonica"; case marked "No.260 1/2" (model); images top-to-bottom show the case top, harmonica top, case bottom, and harmonica bottom/obverse