Chromatic harmonicas are designed to play every complete scale in any key -- major, minor, pentatonic, blues, etc. -- all on one instrument. Additionally, all accidental notes are available at any time for any situation.
Each single hole contains four reeds; two natural notes and two chromatic notes. The reeds for the chromatic notes are enabled by pushing a slide button on the side of the harmonica. Most chromatics are solo tuned, which means each group of four single holes covers a complete octave.
This design offers a wealth of new musical options to the player. Most commonly chromatic harmonicas are heard within the classical and jazz scenes, but often these harmonicas are used for blues, folk, rock and pop as well.
Airtight construction and superior reed response give Hohner's standard chromatic harmonicas an unsurpassed sound quality. The quick, easy initiation of each individual tone makes them a favorite for players of all levels.
Four complete octaves.
The 64 Chromonica is preferred by professionals and semi-professionals for it's excellent reed response and bright tone over all four octaves. It features an extra octave in the lower register (below middle C), which makes it possible to play advanced repertoire.
Technical Info
Reeds: 64
Reedplates: Brass; 1.05 mm
Comb: Plastic
Length in cm: approx. 18.4