RE: Chromatics

[Jack Ely <SYS_ELY@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

    Kevin writes...
    >I'm thinking of trying the chromatic myself.  If I purchase one I want a
    >good one that will last years.  It also must have a plastic comb.  I'm
    >seriously thinking of a Hohner 64.
    > Can someone tell me the difference between the:
    > 280/64    The 64 Chromonica
    >7574/64    Larry Adler
    >7582/64    Super 64 Chromonica
    >7584/64    Super 64X
    >7586/64    Silver Shadow 64
    >  What would the majority of you recommend?
    >Thanks,           -Kevin
    
    Hello Kevin,
        
    I think the Hering 64's are worth considering...
    
    New Hering 64 (16 hole chromatic) will have covers and reed plates bolted 
    onto a comb similar to "but not a copy of" Farrell's lifetime comb. He 
    sent them one of his 12 hole combs (he doesn't make a 16 hole) and they 
    evidently liked the idea - He didn't say what the material is but 
    obviously some kind of plastic. $93.00  - available in a couple weeks -
    
    Above posted about three weeks ago - A little more expensive but I think 
    worth considering if you want a 16 hole with longevity and ease of future 
    self repairs. (actually I think it is the same cost as Farrell's Hohner 
    280 price). You might give Farrell a call and get his opinion on the 
    harmonica - if he dosen't like it he probably won't sell it.
    
    Caution - The Hohner 280/64 although a fine instrument is still "nailed" 
    together. I.e., Nails pressed through the plastic come hold the reed 
    plates on - A real bear to work on. The other Hohner 64's are bolted.
    
    All Hering's are bolted - older Hering models had a wood laminate comb, 
    newer models (I think) have a plastic or some man made material comb.
    
    Obviously you want a 16 hole (my favorite too) but if you want a 12 hole I 
    would recommend the Hohner CX12.
    
          Jack Ely - Columbus, Ohio              SYS_ELY@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx