Hohner Marine Band Thunderbird Harmonica












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Blow down low! Tuned an octave lower than standard harmonicas, this low-pitched 'Bird brings the thunder (with an innovative design to prevent reed rattle).
Overview
The Meanest, Fattest, Low-pitched Sound Around
Sometimes the sound of a harmonica in regular tuning is just not fat enough to really counterbalance the power of guitar, bass and drums. Fitted with their patented bamboo comb, the Hohner Marine Band Thunderbird offers the perfect solution. It's tuned one octave lower than standard harps and features an innovative tapered cover design to prevent reed rattle, inspired by the work of legendary harmonica customizer Joe Filisko.
The lowest tuned diatonic model in Hohner's portfolio, it deliverers a powerful, rich sound that'll make the floor shake. Experience a hitherto unknown dimension of deep-toned harmonica playing, let it carry you away into powerful sonic adventures, and reshape the perception of how the harmonica sounds.
- Asymmetrical bottom cover prevents reed rattle Unique cover design with tapered form permits low draw reeds
- Special reed profiles ensure fast response and high volume, even at extremely low pitch
- Triple Laquered Patented bamboo comb sealed with 2 layers of clear lacquer plus UltraGlide coating on mouthpiece to completely eliminate swelling
- Reinforced Covers with side vents, opened up at back for greater volume and stability
- Reed plate edges and channel openings rounded off for greater playing comfort
- Torx screws to ensure stability and ease of maintenance
- Practical and modern plastic case
Sometimes the sound of a harmonica in regular tuning is just not fat enough to really counterbalance the power of guitar, bass and drums. Fitted with their patented bamboo comb, the Hohner Marine Band Thunderbird offers the perfect solution. It's tuned one octave lower than standard harps and features an innovative tapered cover design to prevent reed rattle, inspired by the work of legendary harmonica customizer Joe Filisko.
The lowest tuned diatonic model in Hohner's portfolio, it deliverers a powerful, rich sound that'll make the floor shake. Experience a hitherto unknown dimension of deep-toned harmonica playing, let it carry you away into powerful sonic adventures, and reshape the perception of how the harmonica sounds.
Features:
- Tuned one octave lower than standard models- Asymmetrical bottom cover prevents reed rattle Unique cover design with tapered form permits low draw reeds
- Special reed profiles ensure fast response and high volume, even at extremely low pitch
- Triple Laquered Patented bamboo comb sealed with 2 layers of clear lacquer plus UltraGlide coating on mouthpiece to completely eliminate swelling
- Reinforced Covers with side vents, opened up at back for greater volume and stability
- Reed plate edges and channel openings rounded off for greater playing comfort
- Torx screws to ensure stability and ease of maintenance
- Practical and modern plastic case
Specs
Reed Plates (material, thickness): Brass, 0.9 mm
Reed Plates (surface): Brass
Reeds (Number, Material): 20, brass
Comb (Material, color): Bamboo, Blonde
Comb (finish): Triple Lacquered
Mouthpiece (surface): Bamboo
Cover Plates: Stainless Steel
Keys: LF, LE, LEb, LD, LC, LBb, LA, LG, LLF
Type: Diatonic
Tuning: Richter
Number of Holes: 10
Tonal Range: 3 Octaves
Length: 10 cm / 3.9"
Reed Plates (surface): Brass
Reeds (Number, Material): 20, brass
Comb (Material, color): Bamboo, Blonde
Comb (finish): Triple Lacquered
Mouthpiece (surface): Bamboo
Cover Plates: Stainless Steel
Keys: LF, LE, LEb, LD, LC, LBb, LA, LG, LLF
Type: Diatonic
Tuning: Richter
Number of Holes: 10
Tonal Range: 3 Octaves
Length: 10 cm / 3.9"
- Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
- Key of A Major Low
- Shipping Weight: 0.13 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 2 x 2 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MBTBD LA
- Key of Bb Major Low
- Shipping Weight: 0.13 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 2 x 2 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MBTBD LBB
- Key of C Major Low
- Shipping Weight: 0.13 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 2 x 2 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MBTBD LC
- Key of D Major Low
- Shipping Weight: 0.13 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 2 x 2 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MBTBD LD
- Key of E Major Low
- Shipping Weight: 0.13 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 2 x 2 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MBTBD LE
- Key of Eb Major Low
- Shipping Weight: 0.13 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 2 x 2 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MBTBD LEB
- Key of Major Low
- Shipping Weight: 0.13 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 2 x 2 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MBTBD LF
- Key of Major Low Low
- Shipping Weight: 0.13 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 2 x 2 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MBTBD LLF
Key of A Major Low
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