Re: [Harp-L] What a difference a mic makes

[Richard Hunter <turtlehill@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Tony Eyers wrote:
<To avoid total thread drift, check out Richard's video and post at
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<http://www.hunterharp.com/what-a-difference-a-mic-makes-part-1/
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<Moving on however, Richard says that
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<"I use a lot of different makes and models of harmonica--I'm always 
<interested in new offerings, and I haven't found the Holy Grail yet"
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<Then
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<"EVERY make and model of harmonica that I use now is vastly superior to 
<what was available a decade ago"
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<Couldn't agree more.
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<However... No mention of custom instruments. Any reason why not?

I've only used one custom instrument, an A harp customized by a New Zealand-based craftsman. It was a fine instrument.  But with the general improvements in quality that I've seen in the last decade, and the high playability and durability of off-the-shelf instruments selling in the $55-$90 range, I haven't yet felt the need to buy customized instruments selling for $150-200.

Regards, Richard Hunter


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