[Harp-L] Re: Hohner Thunderbird low key harps

[Rick Epping <rickepping@xxxxxxxxx>]

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> I've tried some pre-production samples and found them to be clear and
> playable, with plenty of volume.
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Best,
Rick


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> Date: Mon, 14 Mar 2011 17:37:42 +0100
> From: Steve Baker <steve@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Subject: [Harp-L] Hohner low keys, Thunderbird
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> The Marine Band Thunderbird shares some features with the Crossover,
> most notably the case and the bamboo comb. However, the covers are
> new and use the conical form pioneered by Joe Filisko. Also, the
> reeds are profiled differently to ensure optimal response at ultra
> low pitch. I have prototypes and they play very well for such low
> tuned harps, loud and powerful without reed rattle.
>
> Steve Baker
> www.stevebaker.de
> www.bluesculture.com
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