Re: [Harp-L] Marine band

[Cljdm@xxxxxxx]

Hey everyone,
 
I play Marine Bands and cannot seem to switch. I have tried a number of  
other brands, but seem to always stick with my Marine Bands. I guess it is  
because MBs are what I grew up with. I do not like the Deluxe model though. 
and  tinny for me". I really cannot explain exactly, but I do prefer the 
"regular  MBs".
 
I do have to tweak the MBs a bit out of the box, and they can be a bit  
inconsistent. Yet when I have a Marine Band that plays well, I have to say it  
has been my harp of choice. I break them in slowly, and I never soak them. I 
 also wipe them down and let them air after playing them. I also wipe with  
bottled alcohol periodically.
 
I am not saying there are not other good harps out there. Seydel  Soloist 
Pros come to mind, among others harmonicas. I think a lot has to do  with the 
style and methods the individual player uses that go into which harp  brand 
to choose. In other words it is such a personal choice. I play mostly  
Blues and some melodies. I also am pretty hard on my harps. When I get a good  
Marine Band (which is more often nowadays) it can last me for years and  
years.
 
No connection with Hohner ( I could only wish ;) ), Just my opinions and  
experiences.
Chris Mastakas
 
 
In a message dated 3/15/2014 5:56:04 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
tcslim@xxxxxxxxxxx writes:

I'm  wondering people's experience views on standard marine bands these 
days. My  concern or query is do the combs still swell like they used to? I 
tend to buy  deluxe these days. But need to consider a cheaper option at the 
moment.  

Cheers Tom 

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