[Harp-L] 2012 Out of the box harmonica recomendations

[clayton goldstein <clay@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I'm about to make a harmonica purchase. 

I love the tones and shape of basic hohner marine bands, special 20's do OK, do not need or want the easy bending blues harps. I use a variety of other brands as I search for the mostly consistant, durable harmonica. 

I won't be doing any customizing, just playing long shows and lots of them, acoustic, electric, loud and quiet.

I'm not spending $100.00 and do not want to spend $50.00 for a harmonica unless it's great. It has to be durable, stay in tune, the high notes can't go flat after three weeks.

Recently tried the Bluesmaster from Suzuki, not quite durable enough, Suzuki harpmaster is hanging in there but I use the key less.

I'm only looking for a great sounding, durable, affordable, out of the box harmonica ... any recommendations for spring of 2012? 

Thanks,

Clay

PS fine print: No one will be held accountable to their reply from me. I know this is subject to personal taste, style and luck.




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