[Harp-L] Cheap Harp Set

[Gary Lehmann]

One of the least attractive things about harmonica players is the tendency
to "go cheap", to try to find the least expensive instrument.
I am not exactly sure what the root is, but I do know this.
When you buy an instrument, you are investing in yourself.
Be as nice to yourself as you would be to a friend, get the best instrument
you can.

On Thu, Dec 5, 2019 at 6:04 AM Chad Nordstrom <chad.nordstrom at xxxxx>
wrote:

> I am a little biased and would not recommend the lowest end harps. They
> tend to create bad habits, blowing too hard is a big one, that will have to
> be unlearned later. There are other frustrations with them as well that
> distract from the playing.
>
> I feel the Kongsheng Solist is the current best quality/cost. While not
> necessarily the lowest cost option, the fit and finish is amazing. Buy them
> direct for the best price.
>
> Other notable options:
> Fender Blues Deville (~$120)
> Hohner Marine Band (~$125)
>
> Buy all these as a 7 key set. If you cannot find them this lower use
> something like CamelCamelCamel.com <http://camelcamelcamel.com/> to alert
> you to the price your willing to pay (and see historical prices). Also
> remember that nearly every shop has at least 15% off during this time of
> the year.
>
> Another solid option for a true beginner is a Pro Pack of the Hohner Big
> River or Special 20 (~$55). A bit cheaper overall, but your getting less
> harps.
>
> > On Dec 5, 2019, at 7:26 AM, Christopher Sprankle via Harp-L <
> harp-l at xxxxx> wrote:
> >
> > Anyone have any advice on which set of cheap harps is the best:  Hohner
> Peidmont Blues, Hohner Blues Band, Fender Blues Deluxe, or something else?
> A friend wants to buy a beginner a set and asked for my recommendation.  I
> had a Blues Band in C 20 or so years ago, and it was a decent harp for a
> cheapy.  I've never played the Peidmont or Blues Deluxe.
> >
> > Thanks!
> >
>
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