[Harp-L] Entry level chromatic

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I have a son who is a music student at UCLA and is an exceptional  
piano and guitar player with a deep understanding of theory. I've  
given him diatonic harmonicas over the years and he's become quite  
accomplished. Recently he figured out the theme song to the Simpsons  
and claims it's in Lydian mode. I can't dispute his findings because  
it sounds right to me.

He now wants a chromatic to mess with and I thought the Harp-l  
community might have some suggestions. Should he start with a 270-like  
harp or possibly a 64? He's a real good musician. I play CBH's and  
have a Super 64 as well as a myriad of 270's and CX-12's. Any input  
would be welcome.

I know this thread goes around all the time and apologize for the  
redundancy. As you can tell all of my chromatics are Hohner but  
perhaps a different brand is in order (though I do have a weird East  
German 64 in G that starts two holes below what a normal 64 does).

Thanks