Hohner
Hohner Big River Harp
10-hole diatonicPrice tier: Budget
An entry-level plastic-comb Hohner in the MS series: a real 10-hole diatonic at a low price.
Facts
| Type | 10-hole diatonic |
|---|---|
| Reeds | 20, brass |
| Comb | ABS plastic |
| Reed plates | Brass, 0.9 mm |
| Covers | Stainless steel |
| Tuning | Richter |
| Keys | F#, F, E, Eb, D, Db, C, B, Bb, A, Ab, G |
| Price tier | $ Budget (under about $40) |
- Part of Hohner's MS series: its comb, reed plates and covers fit the other MS models
Who it suits
- First-time players on a budget
- A second or third key without spending much
Pros and cons
Pros
- Low price for a full-size diatonic
- Plastic comb: no swelling
- Replaceable MS-series parts
Cons
- Fewer options than the Special 20: no high G, no Country tuning
- Brass reeds
What it plays on HarmoniTabs
Every tab on HarmoniTabs is written for a 10-hole diatonic like this one, and names the key it needs. Most are for a C harmonica: get the Big River Harp in C to start.
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- What keys does the Hohner Big River Harp come in?
- The maker lists: F#, F, E, Eb, D, Db, C, B, Bb, A, Ab, G.
- What is the Hohner Big River Harp's comb made of?
- ABS plastic.
- Can I play HarmoniTabs tabs on the Hohner Big River Harp?
- Yes. It is a 10-hole diatonic, the harmonica our tabs are written for. Get the key each tab names; most are for C.
Sources
Price tiers are approximate US street prices, checked October 2026; prices change, so check the store. Facts we could not confirm with the maker are left out.