RE: Sp20 reedplates was Re: [Harp-L] RE: Hohner MS

["Steve Shaw" <moorcot@xxxxxxx>]

> Derek Lark wrote:
>
> > Hi
> >
> > I have gone back to MS Blues Harps, got sick of the Special 20's failing 
> > and
> > not being able to buy replacement reed plates (and the replacement parts
> > from Europe plus postage in Australian Dollars are totally unrealistic).



I haven't found a significant difference in longevity between MS and Special 
20 reeds - neither comes near Lee Oskars in that regard but I find both to 
be acceptable now that I've learned to be a bit more gentle when I play.  I 
did find the low key MS plates to be problematic but I haven't tried them 
again for years, whereas SP20 low keys were fine.  Also, in response to 
previous comments, I find MS harps to be nice and responsive once I have the 
gapping right for my needs.  I like them and have a few but they come second 
in my armoury after LOs (because they're bomb-proof and therefore 
economical) and SP20s (nice to play, very responsive and available in low 
D!).

Steve


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