Re: [Harp-L] Suzuki ProMaster Video Up

[Philharpn@xxxxxxx]

I think the the Suzuki valved diatonics are the greatest diatonic harps since 
sliced bread.

Not only do they allow all the standard bends that most players already know; 
they allow blow bends on the first six holes and draw bends on the top four 
holes.

The upshot is a more chromatic diatonic.

But you don't have to take my word for the concept of valved diatonics.   
After you check out Brendan's video, listen to PT Gazell, who is arguably the 
best exponent of valved diatonic playing in the USA. He plays Hohner 
Meisterklasse valved harmonicas that he valves himself. The Meisterklasse and Suzuki 350 
have a similar appearance and both use similar aluminum combs. Don't have a 
clue about pricing. 

http://www.ptgazell.com/Reviews.html

Phil Lloyd
keep on harpin



In a message dated 7/22/08 3:29:03 AM, bren@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:


> A new video featuring the Suzuki valved diatonics (Promaster MR350-V and
> MR350-GV) is up:
> 
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHuiExkUH4E
> 
> These are the only commercial half-valved diatonics available. For those
> not familiar with them, the valving allows bending expression, vibrato
> etc on the lower blow and upper draw notes (impossible on an unvalved
> harp), in addition to the normal draw and blow bends. The video
> demonstrates these features.
> 
> Brendan
> WEB: http://www.brendan-power.com <http://www.brendan-power.com/> 
> 
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