RE: [Harp-L] Buying new harp

[Scott Hicks <dscotthicks@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

The only potential issue with this (besides the additional cost if you decide to switch brands later) is that trying new harps after playing the same brand for a while may not be comfortable. I still consider myself a newbie, and I'm sure the guys who have much more experience find it easier to switch between brands, but the one Lee Oskar I have feels so different (in size and shape) from my SP20s that I'm inclined to keep using those. I think of it as similar to some guitar players being either Gibson or Fender guys because they're more comfortable with a particular scale length. And then there are those guys who can just pick up anything and play.

Scott

> Date: Wed, 14 Mar 2012 07:19:52 -0500
> Subject: Re: [Harp-L] Buying new harp
> From: michaelrubinharmonica@xxxxxxxxx
> To: beudexuong@xxxxxxxxx
> CC: harp-l@xxxxxxxxxx
> 
> Stick with Special 20's for around 5 harps.  That way you are
> comparing the keys only, not the models.  You are learning only about
> how keys affect the harp.  Once you get a sense for keys, buy
> different brands in keys you already have, then you are learning to
> compare brands.
> Michael Rubin
> Michaelrubinharmonica.com
> 
> On Wed, Mar 14, 2012 at 2:16 AM, thanh huong <beudexuong@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> > Hi guys,
> > I have been thinking of purchasing my new harp. I got a SP20 in the key of C. I wonder if I should buy Hohner again or other brands like Suzuki, Lee Oscar, etc. Any advice? By the way, which is the best online harp store? I heard that Coast to Coast is a best deal. Look forward to your replies.
> > Cheers,
> > Thinh Phan
>