[Harp-L] Cheap Harp Set

[JOSEPH LEONE]

Right Gary.
I think it depends a lot on the 'road time' of the player. A truly experienced player 'could' possibly get away with a cheaper harp.
But a newer player should go at least mis way. Because of just what you stated. A piece of junk will frustrate you. And that's exactly what you don't want. 
To me (at least) one should consider $29.oo each as a starting point IF bought in a set, and around $43.50 if bought seperately. 

smokey-joe 

> On December 5, 2019 at 11:51 AM Gary Lehmann <gnarlyheman at xxxxx> wrote:
> 
> 
> 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!
> > >
> >
> >