[Harp-L] Re: Crossover - more than the comb

[Steve Baker <steve@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Paul wrote:
The Hohner Crossover gets consistent praise but I haven't picked one  
up yet. I'm wondering if this models improvements go beyond the nice  
comb. Is there a new reed profile? Although I can't quite tell from  
pictures it also looks like Hohner have eliminated the sharp seam at  
the front of the cover plates. More like the Suzukis or MS models.  
That's great if it's true.

Steve responds:
The Crossover has the same reed profiles as the other Hohner Classic  
models (Sp. 20, GM), but the fine tuning is closer to equal  
temperament than the rest of the Marine Band series. This still  
permits nice sounding chords but is better for single note playing.  
As you observed, the covers have been improved, not only by smoothing  
the corners and eliminating the sharp seam, but also by raising the  
arc of the cover at the front so that it's slightly higher on both  
top and bottom. This prevents the reed rattle which some stylists  
experienced on low draw reeds. Reed plate edges and corners have also  
been chamfered.

Steve Baker
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