Hohner
Hohner Blues Harp
10-hole diatonicPrice tier: Mid-range
A wooden-comb diatonic in Hohner's MS series, aimed at blues players, with parts that swap between MS models.
Facts
| Type | 10-hole diatonic |
|---|---|
| Reeds | 20, brass |
| Comb | Doussie wood, double lacquered |
| 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 | $$ Mid-range (about $40 to $70) |
- Part of Hohner's MS series: its comb, reed plates and covers fit the other MS models
Who it suits
- Blues players who want a wood comb
- Players who like to replace worn reed plates instead of the whole harmonica
Pros and cons
Pros
- Wood comb with a lacquer finish
- Replaceable MS-series parts
- Sold in all 12 keys
Cons
- Wood comb: can swell a little if played very wet
- 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 Blues Harp in C to start.
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Questions
- What keys does the Hohner Blues Harp come in?
- The maker lists: F#, F, E, Eb, D, Db, C, B, Bb, A, Ab, G.
- What is the Hohner Blues Harp's comb made of?
- Doussie wood, double lacquered.
- Can I play HarmoniTabs tabs on the Hohner Blues 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.