Re: [Harp-L] A Practical Guide to the Harmonica Holder

[Philharpn@xxxxxxx]

An interesting roundup harp racks, but you omit the now defunct Blues Tools 
version that offered locking joints at the main pivot point plus the option to 
change the angle the harp addressed the mouth. The ergonomic harpholder is 
very similar.   The only defect of the Blues Tools rack has is that its bracket 
it too narrow -- it won't hold a XB40 -- just the conventional 10-hole 
diatonics. It cost about $30 -- I think.

Also, you omit the K & M   ($30), which offers a sturdy, locking pivot joint. 


Like the Blues Tools, it is flat black, but the harp holder spring apparatus 
is wider than the Blues Tools. I bought mine at SPAH a few years ago. I don't 
know if it is still on the market. But it is a sturdy model compared to the 
standard coathanger versions with a thumbscrew that never holds.

Vern Smiths ergonomic harp rack is the best one on the page. The only thing 
holding it back from universal appeal is the price. Not that it isn't worth 
every penny. But many find it pricey at $200.

Check the K & M out at the page below:   

http://www.harpexpress.com/index1.html?c17.html&1

The Lee Oskar and Hohner model shown on the page appear stronger than the 
older style coathanger racks -- but they don't appear that they really compare 
with the K & M rack, which has large twist tightening knobs on both sides of the 
pivot point.

Hope this helps
Phil 

 


In a message dated 1/30/09 1:07:01 AM, tony@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:


> I've made on online guide to the harmonica holder or rack. It looks at
> which harmonica holder to get, how to set it up, and lessons with audio
> clips on playing harmonica and guitar together.
> 
> As far as I can see no-one else has done this, hopefully the resource
> will be useful. You can find it at
> 
> http://www.harmonicatunes.com/harmonicaholder
> 
> Tony Eyers
> Australia
> www.HarmonicaAcademy.com
> ...everyone plays
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