Hohner Marine Band 1896 Harmonica key of C

Based on over a century of German craftsmanship and tradition, this harmonica has been recognized for its full tone, musical range, and wood comb.

A Frequently Asked Question: What Key Should I choose?

This question comes up almost every day. The easy answer is this.

For beginners, most books will use the key of C. We recommend that you stay with a C until you are ready to move on.

For Playing The Blues: Many blues harmonica songs will be played in the ‘second position’, where the harmonica key is different to the key of the song. For these songs, you will need a harmonica that is a FOURTH above the song key. For example, a blues song in G would use a C harp.

Here is a list of the keys for blues players.

Song Key > Harmonica Key

A > D
Bb > Eb
B > E
C > F
C# > F#
D > G
Eb > Ab
E > A
F > Bb
F# > B
G > C
Ab > Db

The package includes a Hohner Harmonica Product Guide and a 30 Days Free Lesson Offer. See the pocket guide for details.

FEATURES:

• Sealed wood comb to prevent shrinking and swelling
• Diatonic harmonica
• Harmonica Pocket Guide Included
• 30 Days Free Lesson Offer. See the pocket guide for details.
• Over 100 years of harmonica tradition and German craftsmanship
• #1 choice of professionals worldwide