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From: mbouldi~bt.com
Date: Fri, 13 Dec 1996 12:24:33 -0500
Subject: Chromatic Issues

I'd like to start using a chromatic harmonica, and
am hoping to buy in the near future. Having looked
at the archives of this list, I see a number of messages
suggesting some shifts in quality among different
manufacturers of chromatic harmonicas.

My inclination is to buy a Hohner 270, both for
its price and its wood comb (I'm hoping this means,
as some have suggested, that it will have a better
tone). Does anyone have any thoughts on this?
One thing I worry about is that the wood may mean
the harmonica doesn't last as long (my very first Marine
Band is already cracking and swelling after only three
months of use). Another thing I worry about is ease
of repair - my Marine Band (the anniversary
edition) came with incorrect gapping on the 1 blow,
making it impossible to play, and I have
yet to find a screwdriver with (1) a blade small
enough to fit the screw and (2) a handle large
enough to generate the torque I need to get the
cover off.

Any suggestions appreciated.

Mark

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Mark E. Boulding
mbouldi~bt.com
http://www.well.com/www/boulding/
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